2013/10/30 - Le Gasp

Sinder · Post by **Sinder** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 7:37 am

Well, Grape and Tarot obviously knew this was going to be a cluster, but Peanut apparently has better things to do

Mickey the Luxray · Post by **Mickey the Luxray** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 8:05 am

Hang on a second, did anyone notice that Max looks exactly like he did before this arc even started?
This arc went by fast in their time!

And now we have to wait and see the repercussions of his actions. There are two main possibilities that can come from this: One is that Fido is basically disowned as a "good ol' dog" and outcast from the canine hierarchy. The other is that Bino gets the snot beat out of him and the race wall is broken down to a certain extent.

Krevth · Post by **Krevth** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 8:08 am

Well, that escalated quickly
by the way Fox facial expression is priceless

Saturn381 · Post by **Saturn381** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 8:15 am

Way to go Fido! That was really brave of you. *high five*

Also, I'm gonna guess what panels six and seven are saying.
Fox: He lied to me....
King: Um Bailey, you think we should...
Bailey: I wouldn't!
Grape: Hey Peanut, Fido has just revealed his secret.
Peanut: That's cool. Could you girls hand me the popcorn?
*hands it to Tarot*
Tarot: Here you go.

Argent · Post by **Argent** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 8:32 am

Render wrote:I like that Grape seems to be happy with her beard and keeps it. She really looks great with it.

Four months from now it's going to be a brick joke in a one-off.

TendoTwo · Post by **TendoTwo** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 8:51 am

Not to be a spoilsport, but I have a terrible nagging feeling that Jata is just going to dismiss all of this dramatic reveal with a "so?" and continue the wedding.

I mean, while this is certainly a big deal to the pets of this world, I remember in an early strip someone commented how humans just found the whole cat/dog thing "cute" so I don't see why any of the newscasters or anyone else involved in recording this event would be too shocked.

Also there is the possibility that the animals Jata's country doesn't view the cat/dog thing as big a deal as the ones in this country do.

And to be honest, how well do you see a random person basically yelling "I'm in love with the bride/groom" at a wedding going over in stopping the ceremony? Especially in a shotgun wedding? (Although granted, in this case the bride is in love with said random person and doesn't like the groom as much.)

But finally, there is the fact that Sabrina has made it clear she doesn't want to marry Jata, even going as far as to make Grape pose as her "boyfriend", and Jata basically didn't care, forcing her to marry him just because he can. I don't think a dog going "but I love her!" is going to change much of that in Jata's mind. Especially since even he doesn't care about the wedding himself and is just doing it to benefit his country.

valerio · Post by **valerio** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 9:07 am

TendoTwo wrote:Not to be a spoilsport, but I have a terrible nagging feeling that Jata is just going to dismiss all of this dramatic reveal with a "so?" and continue the wedding.
I mean, while this is certainly a big deal to the pets of this world, I remember in an early strip someone commented how humans just found the whole cat/dog thing "cute" so I don't see why any of the newscasters or anyone else involved in recording this event would be too shocked.
Also there is the possibility that the animals Jata's country doesn't view the cat/dog thing as big a deal as the ones in this country do.
And to be honest, how well do you see a random person basically yelling "I'm in love with the bride/groom" at a wedding going over in stopping the ceremony? Especially in a shotgun wedding? (Although granted, in this case the bride is in love with said random person and doesn't like the groom as much.)
But finally, there is the fact that Sabrina has made it clear she doesn't want to marry Jata, even going as far as to make Grape pose as her "boyfriend", and Jata basically didn't care, forcing her to marry him just because he can. I don't think a dog going "but I love her!" is going to change much of that in Jata's mind. Especially since even he doesn't care about the wedding himself and is just doing it to benefit his country.

Sabrina has just witnessed her mate throwing his reputation and career down the drain: This should motivate her to call off the wedding, no matter the consequences, and since she's Tarot's apprentice it wouldn't be wise for Jata to call it a challenge for the bride. But even if things escalated to the point of risking a conflict at Milton Manor, well I believe that Keene will not be so stupid as to let it escalate, for at that point it would serve no cause.
So no, looks like things are going downhill, but the marriage should be a chapter closed.

Lion · Post by **Lion** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 9:24 am

I can't help but "Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!" at this moment no matter how obvious that it would happen.

TinFoilHats · Post by **TinFoilHats** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 9:29 am

And then the world fell silent...

The Almighty 404 · Post by **The Almighty 404** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 9:44 am

Do you think that King told Bailey yet ?

valerio · Post by **valerio** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 9:54 am

The Almighty 404 wrote:Do you think that King told Bailey yet ?

King has definitely chosen, in thoughts and actions, to stay a dog -unless he's got a severe case of split personality, that is. So he has no reason to say anything to anyone about a life he threw over his shoulders. Plus, the only ones who know the truth are Sabrina, Tarot and the demigods, and except Pete (for obvious reasons) no one has the least interest in ruining King's life with blackmail or disclosure.
The *real* trouble here is, speaking about aftermath, is that Fox may even try to coerce the truth from King about the why King is so obsessed about a certain watch. And, at that point, who knows? King may go as close to the truth by saying he was Joel's dog or something like that, and that he misses his old 'master'....

Radio Blue Heart · Post by **Radio Blue Heart** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 10:12 am

If this were a fan fic, Fox's reaction would be, "Fido-sama! I thought I was your one true love!"

Post by **Sleet** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 10:46 am

Radio Blue Heart wrote:If this were a fan fic, Fox's reaction would be, "Fido-sama! I thought I was your one true love!"

Oh God even with the misplace Japanese honorific. You are the worst kind of person, yaknow?

Hedronal · Post by **Hedronal** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 10:51 am

TheOne wrote:I love how Peanut is completely unfazed... (all things considering, that's almost to be expected by now...)

Yep, https://www.housepetscomic.com/2011/02/ ... s-variety/

Perfesser_Bear · Post by **Perfesser_Bear** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 11:08 am

Dr. Peter Venkman wrote:Human sacrifice, dogs and cats living together... mass hysteria!

Thanks, Pete; you can shut up now.

Dissension wrote:Aha, we all knew it all along and this won't have any bearing on Fido's relationships or social status!

Quite so! I doubt that even this event can dull Fido's luster or social standing with the neighborhood dogs. Exhibit A: Shut Up We’re Trying To Praise You. That said, I got to love the Peanut Gallery's reaction: Grape and Tarot almost transfixed mid-kernel, while Peanut doesn't even look up from his game...

Ryusuta · Post by **Ryusuta** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 11:13 am

jrh150482 wrote:Ten things I like about this strip:
1. Fido spills his "big secret". Hooray for dramatic irony!!!
2. Fido having the audacity to insult a much larger animal than he.
3. Fido's confession being shown on live television.
4. Max's spit-take.
5. Fox's 'WTF?' expression.
6. King and Bailey's concerned looks.
7. That reminds me: KINGLEY!!!!!
8. Peanut's absolute devotion to his video game.
9. Grape and Tarot eating popcorn while watching the proceedings.
10. Bino's usual insanity. (I think he's about to receive a fresh set of injuries from his "girlfriend".)

Honestly, I'd say this summarizes my feelings almost perfectly.

ryth · Post by **ryth** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 11:23 am

I think tv tropes will claisify fox's expression under HBSD.
for those of you who don't know what it means,
HEROIC BLUE SCREEN OF DEATH
and wow I was really close on my prediction for bino,

Ryth wrote:I can see/hear bino running up to his brother in a state of mixed awe rage and a sense of superiority, "I KNEW THERE WA-" whump*
KNOCKOUT

this is some quality entertainment right here

and lastly WHO IS THE EDITOR FOR THE NEWS COMPANY

News wrote:what is even this dog

I...
I don't even know...

Radio Blue Heart · Post by **Radio Blue Heart** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 11:32 am

Sleet wrote:
Radio Blue Heart wrote:If this were a fan fic, Fox's reaction would be, "Fido-sama! I thought I was your one true love!"
Oh God even with the misplace Japanese honorific. You are the worst kind of person, yaknow?

Yes. Yes I am. I got the idea from your fan fics, Sleet. We all know...

One more thing to make you hate Bino. He seems to be delighting in his brother's sorrow. What a horrible character!

EvanAierkan · Post by **EvanAierkan** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 11:42 am

Yeees Fido so cool, manly dog. I should probably do a new signature for myself just because of this arc.

TendoTwo wrote:Not to be a spoilsport, but I have a terrible nagging feeling that Jata is just going to dismiss all of this dramatic reveal with a "so?" and continue the wedding.

Possibly, but even then Fido can throw in the duel card. Or Jata responds with cocky confidence and throw it himself in order to intimidate Fido off and have a chance to show off again how awesome he think he is.

kavviyenta · Post by **kavviyenta** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 11:43 am

69eist wrote:At least I now know Fox is Left-pawed

Um, no. His character sheet stated he's northpaw meaning Right-pawed.

This is such a big reveal that I'll be disappointed if this Friday strip conclude the arc unless it's a bigger event than this strip.

GameCobra · Post by **GameCobra** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 11:55 am

What I think is interesting is this is the likely first case that Jata is just about as much of a jerk about the whole taboo between cats and dogs than he lets on. While he did point out he got along fine without humans, he didn't exactly state he got along with animals either, just that it was his belief.

I'm convinced Jata is likely going to pull the old "If you love her that much, go get her" ticket.

Macsen · Post by **Macsen** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 11:56 am

I think a large part about King's nervous look is that he's gonna get a taste of how Fox might react if he ever learned...the truth.

Argent · Post by **Argent** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 12:10 pm

GameCobra wrote:I'm convinced Jata is likely going to pull the old "If you love her that much, go get her" ticket.

Yeh, I think the pool is Chekov's Gun.

ryth · Post by **ryth** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 12:27 pm

silly zealot wrote:Either Rick is not sure if he wants Joel/King and Bailey to be toghether forever, or their marriage went into a crisis way sooner than even I expected!

BLASPHEMY

Karl · Post by **Karl** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 12:57 pm

Well... it is touching. But I don't need it as I already have the absurd silliness of panel 4's lower part!

And Bino. Bino's psychotic appearance is always a holy day to me.

CR4CK3RW0LF · Post by **CR4CK3RW0LF** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 1:26 pm

DRAMATIC DOG/CAT LOVE AFFAIRS..

STRESSED FRIENDSHIPS OVER SAID LOVE AFFAIRS..

MAX GOIN TO THE GYM AND GETTIN BUFF..

THIS ARC IS ONE "PEANUT AS SPOT(SUPERDOG)" AWAY FROM BEING THE BEST EVER!! =D

ok maybe not the best arc, but still makes me break out the popcorn. =3

bug1 · Post by **bug1** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 1:31 pm

(long gasp)

, ... Not surprised

but all I will say is that IT'S ABOUT TIME!!!!

mccartneytm · Post by **mccartneytm** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 1:36 pm

I saw this coming, but all I can say is... poor Bino...

Post by **Render** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 1:45 pm

I wonder, that nobody has taken this Max as an avatar yet.

Post by **rickgriffin** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 2:04 pm

Krevth wrote:Well, that escalated quickly

This has been said at least once every arc of a while now

But I'm pretty sure this has been building gradually this entire time

GameCobra · Post by **GameCobra** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 2:09 pm

rickgriffin wrote:But I'm pretty sure this has been building gradually this entire time

This arc lampshaded the build-up the moment Sabrina nearly had her stroke. =P

Render wrote:I wonder, that nobody has taken this Max as an avatar yet.

Same here. Spit taking is a lost art.

Speaking of Maxwell, he doesn't have to be buff to know he's tough. He's got a towel over his shoulder. X3

Argent · Post by **Argent** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 2:12 pm

A giant hand comes down from the sky and picks up Jata, who is now a huge lead figurine, and it's revealed that this is just Joey's D&D game.

mccartneytm · Post by **mccartneytm** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 2:19 pm

rickgriffin wrote:
Krevth wrote:Well, that escalated quickly
This has been said at least once every arc of a while now

But I'm pretty sure this has been building gradually this entire time

It's as if you planned this the whole time.

Welsh Halfwit · Post by **Welsh Halfwit** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 2:25 pm

I still think Rick reads these and chuckles 'They'll never guess what happens next' whilst in a high back chair, stroking a white cat...

Saturn381 · Post by **Saturn381** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 2:53 pm

Sorry if I'm going off topic here, but I just notice something interesting. This is probably the first Housepets arc in October that isn't halloween related.

Welsh Halfwit · Post by **Welsh Halfwit** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 2:55 pm

Saturn381 wrote:Sorry if I'm going off topic here, but I just notice something interesting. This is probably the first Housepets arc in October that isn't halloween related.

It's Sabrina's horror. Surely that counts?

Saturn381 · Post by **Saturn381** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 2:58 pm

Welsh Halfwit wrote:
Saturn381 wrote:Sorry if I'm going off topic here, but I just notice something interesting. This is probably the first Housepets arc in October that isn't halloween related.
It's Sabrina's horror. Surely that counts?

I guess that counts.

Post by **rickgriffin** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 3:02 pm

Saturn381 wrote:Sorry if I'm going off topic here, but I just notice something interesting. This is probably the first Housepets arc in October that isn't halloween related.

There will be a bonus halloween comic tomorrow!

valerio · Post by **valerio** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 3:08 pm

YAY FOR BONUS COMIC!!!!

HundKatzeMaus · Post by **HundKatzeMaus** » Wed Oct 30, 2013 4:31 pm

A world collapsed for Fox and it's funny

I really wonder if Fido really stopped the wedding or if Jata still tries to do it.
I really can't wait. Maybe Jata will say something unpleasent and turn the secruity guard against himself