Behold! For the first time since Chapter 12, we're finally seeing the return of Ruby! I mean, she's come up in conversation a few times since then, but hasn't actually been seen in quite some time. Also, Ruby wins the award for my favorite outfit for this chapter (and I think there are a lot of good ones).
Also, only Ruby's first line is italicized because that's the only one where a girl voice is used. Otherwise, the rest of this scene is in regular old Rudy voice.
Also also, this is the most lines Gavin has had in a long time. XD
Er-hem. I hope this doesn't detract from story-related comments, but as you may or may not have heard, I've got an appointment for SRS consultation scheduled for the end of the month. Maybe - just maybe - something good will be in my future. This also means your help was never more welcome if you're willing and/or able. Buying books, or shirts, or scarves/wristbands, or just plain donations are all very helpful right now. Obviously, if you are unable to or don't want to offer anything, that's totally fine. There are other ways you can help. Like voting for Rain on TopWebComics or joining/sharing the Facebook page can help spread the word about my work. Thanks for anything you can do; no hard feelings if you can't. ^_^
If you can't afford to get the silicone strapless bras or buy a bra that fits you, you can go with the jankiest option, which is... duct tape. Be prepared for significant discomfort.
I know this is a huge necropost, but DO NOT USE DUCT TAPE TO CREATE CLEAVAGE. I tried using tape once, and seperated the upper layers of my epidermis from the lower layers, resulting in gigantic painful blisters. Definitely not worth it.
Rudy seriously needs to leave Anna alone. She's never done anything to him she doesn't even know he exists. Also he's being a terrible friend to Gavin. I get that he's heartbroken over Rain still and those feelings are valid, but that doesn't mean he gets to be a jerk. Frankly, I'm starting to tire of his self absorption.
If you are familiar with MtF voice training, it isn't actually that much of a stretch for Rudy to be able to do a decently convincing female voice.
One of the early tips I saw on Reddit was how most guys with the stereotypical "Gay Guy" voice put to shame those with more "Manly Man" voices, and it is pretty on the mark. I've asked several of my male friends to do their "gay guy" impression, crude as it may be and after that, do it again, but in a higher pitch, and most get a nice surprise when hearing a fairly female sound come out. Heck, it is how I taught myself to get into the female range with my voice.
Yes, but that is a token of dedication to his cause. I wondered if he has started to take this Ruby thing seriously and where would it lead to? Something bigger (another closet to step out of)? Or is he doing it just for the kicks?
Argh, I am getting so sick of Rudy. He's being such a selfish, immature little twat lately.
I agree, Gavin has been being a shit friend to Rain, but Rudy isn't being in any way appropriate about dealing with that— and his behaviour isn't that of a person concerned with Rain, but somebody who's wanting to mess with Gavin out of a general (and wholly unjustifiable) dislike of Ana.
I love Ruby and If I'm right we are going to see more of her and some emotional development.
Maybe Rudy in a cross-dresser or maybe there is something more?
I think rudy crossdresses to feel like hes got some deep connection or something to rain. Might also be doing it hoping that Ryan would come back or some guy will pick him up. My vote it on chase going after Ruby.
As for the girl that we're all waiting for i think it could be a cousin or family member of his.
Wow, there's a lot more Rudy hate here than I thought there would be. I don't really see how he's being particularly rude here; I see he's being very bluntly, flamboyantly abrasive in a potentially off-putting way, but he's always been like that. I just don't get the hate.
@certifiablynerdy I know for me it's because he's trying to embarrass Gavin in front of Ana (which is rude on and of itself), but it's made all the worse by the fact that his whole reason for not liking her is because he blames her for him and Rain breaking up, which is b.s. Hence the hate.
I've only just noticed on rereading this, Gavin knows both Rain's and Maria's styles.
I don't even know my friends styles other then one will always wear black or dark shades.
Gavin either has an eye for detail or he's spent too long thinking about how they dress.
Whoever he's been texting/calling all day. It's never actually been specified yet.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eb9hjtZ_GX8
http://www.giantitp.com/comics/oots0102.html
Too bad, Gavin. The rest of us do!
One of the early tips I saw on Reddit was how most guys with the stereotypical "Gay Guy" voice put to shame those with more "Manly Man" voices, and it is pretty on the mark. I've asked several of my male friends to do their "gay guy" impression, crude as it may be and after that, do it again, but in a higher pitch, and most get a nice surprise when hearing a fairly female sound come out. Heck, it is how I taught myself to get into the female range with my voice.
Rudy was using a female voice the last time he was Ruby out of necessity. So, the kid's had some practice.
http://rain.thecomicseries.com/comics/281
I agree, Gavin has been being a shit friend to Rain, but Rudy isn't being in any way appropriate about dealing with that— and his behaviour isn't that of a person concerned with Rain, but somebody who's wanting to mess with Gavin out of a general (and wholly unjustifiable) dislike of Ana.
Maybe Rudy in a cross-dresser or maybe there is something more?
As for the girl that we're all waiting for i think it could be a cousin or family member of his.
Gavin's expression in panel 2.5 is awesome. XD
I don't even know my friends styles other then one will always wear black or dark shades.
Gavin either has an eye for detail or he's spent too long thinking about how they dress.