Crankshaft by Tom Batiuk and Dan Davis for July 12, 2023

To all you GC “Crankshaft” neophytes out there; you might be tempted to think that the eager young boy who suddenly appears in Panel Three is Mitch, Jff’s Grandson of Indeterminate Age who appeared in yet another comic book-related arc back in late March/early April. No, this is in fact Jff’s Porch Sitting, Comics-Reading, “Phantom Empire”-Loving Inner Child, a manifestation Batiuk has used in the past with all the subtlety seen here.

Whatever happened to Ed Crankshaft?

Lisa’s Story. Because, Lisa’s Story. Also, on top of that, Lisa’s Story.

If you don’t like it, stop reading it. And for the love of Pete, stop man-splaining.

Sorry, I can’t answer just yet. This is my big, extended smirk scene.

Pete says the full name of his Atomic Komix company every time he refers to it.

Looks like another fan…..

Say yes!

Mopey Peat, “You do know it’s going to be on your dime!”

What else is there to say but yes…….

Tough crowd.

Hi. I don’t have anything positive to say about the present story arc, but I want to shame the meanies who enjoy criticizing the strip.

(Wags disapproving finger at computer monitor)

Love to see the Cosplayers.

Uh YES!