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Title: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on July 18, 2016, 06:47:51 PM
(https://satanninja.com/sites/satanninja.com/files/images/comic/satan-ninja-198x/issue-3/page-28-sams-apology.jpg) (https://satanninja.com/comic/satan-ninja-198x/issue-3-ninja-power/page-28)

What a terrible apology. Poor Jennifer.

Originally, we thought of calling the page "Wiener Time" but that kind of spoils the joke. Plus, someone scrolling through the archive might mistakenly think the page features the SN8X parody of the '80s video game Burger Time, and then be all disappointed.

By the way, for those who don't know, Burger Time was an arcade game where you play a chef that's being chased around by angry giant personified hotdogs and eggs as you try to put together giant hamburgers by running over top of them. It's pretty rad.
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Rijst on July 19, 2016, 02:34:22 AM
This made me laugh out loud. Wiener time, the looks on their faces, the tacky punch line, the heroic pose and perspective, it's perfect!
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on July 19, 2016, 10:55:22 PM
This made me laugh out loud. Wiener time, the looks on their faces, the tacky punch line, the heroic pose and perspective, it's perfect!

Thanks, Science Dude! You're perfect!
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Jessica Safron on July 19, 2016, 10:59:23 PM
This made me laugh out loud. Wiener time, the looks on their faces, the tacky punch line, the heroic pose and perspective, it's perfect!

That makes me so happy to hear. Thank you. :D
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Red on July 20, 2016, 08:26:29 AM
Toxic don't look impressed! She probably seen worse!!!  ;)
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on July 22, 2016, 04:42:17 AM
Toxic don't look impressed! She probably seen worse!!!  ;)

Toxic has definitely seen her share.

Wiener time

It occurred to me just a moment ago that a previous "wiener" joke I made in the comic was during issue one, and it was Jennifer who was the wiener-spouting culprit. And now here she is, on the receiving end of the wiener...
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Jessica Safron on July 22, 2016, 09:05:40 AM

Wiener time

It occurred to me just a moment ago that a previous "wiener" joke I made in the comic was during issue one, and it was Jennifer who was the wiener-spouting culprit. And now her she is, on the receiving end of the wiener...

Oh, she definitely received the first wiener, as well.
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: jamesadickerson on July 25, 2016, 12:41:44 AM
I just want to say that your webcomic is pretty freaking awesome! Definitely one of the best ones I've seen in a really long time. From the art, the story and dialogue, to the web design. How often do you guys update?
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on July 25, 2016, 03:49:48 AM
I just want to say that your webcomic is pretty freaking awesome! Definitely one of the best ones I've seen in a really long time. From the art, the story and dialogue, to the web design.

Thanks! That's awesome to hear. How'd you discover our mega obscure but mega radical comic? Also, welcome to the forums, dude!

How often do you guys update?

Since we launched the website, the goal has been to put out a new page every Saturday. But we just recently changed that to a more vague "one page a week. Usually."

I'm actually going to be writing a blog post soon that'll go into more detail about why we've made that change. But the short version is that Jessica's going to strive to produce a page a week, and we'll post them as soon as they're ready (you can sign up for our mailing list to get notified as soon as a new page goes live). Hopefully, we'll be able to work things out so that we can get back to steady Saturday updates.
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Red on July 25, 2016, 07:21:31 AM
Quick question-Have you ever created characters based on family and/or friends?
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on July 25, 2016, 11:37:24 AM
Quick question-Have you ever created characters based on family and/or friends?

Yeah, actually. Psycho Sam was originally based on one of my best high school friends, who's also named Sam. Back around 2000, when this story was a movie script I wrote called Dark Relic, I had intended for my friend to play a fictionalized version of himself. However, the movie never ended up getting made. Years later, when Jessica and I decided to resurrect the story and turn it into a badass comic book, we kept the character of Psycho Sam, but changed him up to fit the '80s setting and so that he'd resemble my buddy less.

And of course, Dude Shinobi is based on me. But I'm sure that's obvious to everyone as he's pretty much an exact clone.
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: jamesadickerson on July 25, 2016, 03:26:06 PM
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How'd you discover our mega obscure but mega radical comic?
I came across your webcomic while browsing http://www.topwebcomics.com
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on July 25, 2016, 09:09:40 PM
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How'd you discover our mega obscure but mega radical comic?
I came across your webcomic while browsing http://www.topwebcomics.com

Whoa, I wasn't expecting that. You must've really been digging deep through that site, since we've yet to announce to our fans that we're listed there, or encourage anyone to go there and vote for us. We'll have to make a button for that soon. I see they've updated the site, so we'll also have to make a bigger banner to fit the new format.

Anyway, glad you were able to find us!
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: jamesadickerson on July 26, 2016, 01:51:25 AM
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You must've really been digging deep through that site, since we've yet to announce to our fans that we're listed there, or encourage anyone to go there and vote for us.

Pretty much. It's on an open tab and when I have time I go through the listings bookmarking webcomics that I think might be decent, starting from where I left off, and it's rare that I see one that I love as much as yours. Unfortunately I binge-read your comic, and got to the end too fast   :-\ Now I have "show hole" (if that can be applied to webcomics)...
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on July 26, 2016, 08:16:07 AM
Pretty much. It's on an open tab and when I have time I go through the listings bookmarking webcomics that I think might be decent, starting from where I left off, and it's rare that I see one that I love as much as yours. Unfortunately I binge-read your comic, and got to the end too fast   :-\ Now I have "show hole" (if that can be applied to webcomics)...

Well I just so happen to have some great suggestions for how you (and others in your predicament!) can help fill that SN8X-shaped void in your soul:


Hope that helps!
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Jessica Safron on July 26, 2016, 08:55:48 PM

Well I just so happen to have some great suggestions for how you (and others in your predicament!) can help fill that SN8X-shaped void in your soul: [...]

Adam, how could you forget to mention the exclusive bonus Satan Ninja comic strips that I do for my patrons on Patreon? https://www.patreon.com/JessicaSafron
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Rijst on July 29, 2016, 10:54:50 AM
Pretty much. It's on an open tab and when I have time I go through the listings bookmarking webcomics that I think might be decent, starting from where I left off, and it's rare that I see one that I love as much as yours. Unfortunately I binge-read your comic, and got to the end too fast   :-\ Now I have "show hole" (if that can be applied to webcomics)...

Well I just so happen to have some great suggestions for how you (and others in your predicament!) can help fill that SN8X-shaped void in your soul:

  • If you haven't already, explore the depths of the site to make such rad discoveries as character bios, live-action promo videos, SN8X interviews, '80s movie reviews (both in article and podcast flavors), a rather excessive FAQ, among other wonders!
  • Re-read the comic and this time check out the commentary for each page to see all the witty (and insightful!) comments.
  • Re-read the comic while noting the various tropes and adding those to the Satan Ninja 198X TV Tropes page (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Webcomic/SatanNinja198X) (a badass fan of ours created it, but no tropes have been added yet :'( ).
  • Become a big-time Hollywood producer and then approach us with an irresistible offer for us to write and direct a big budget movie adaptation of SN8X.
  • Write an erotic Satan Ninja fan fiction novel, and then change the names of the characters to hide the fact it's based on the Satan Ninja intellectual property and publish it to poor reviews but massive success.
  • Go out and find your very own Shinobi Fist of Hellpower and then become a Satan Ninja, rendering this comic unappealing to you because you live the "real deal."

Hope that helps!

Oh man, I almost forgot I was going to drop science and become a big-time Hollywood producer and then approach you with an irresistible offer for you to write and direct a big budget movie adaptation of SN8X. I'm so easily distracted..
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on July 29, 2016, 11:57:21 AM

Well I just so happen to have some great suggestions for how you (and others in your predicament!) can help fill that SN8X-shaped void in your soul: [...]

Adam, how could you forget to mention the exclusive bonus Satan Ninja comic strips that I do for my patrons on Patreon? https://www.patreon.com/JessicaSafron

Oops. Speaking of that, you gotta finish the bonus scene with the C&C cult before July ends in two days. Fuck, this summer is going by too quickly.

Oh man, I almost forgot I was going to drop science and become a big-time Hollywood producer and then approach you with an irresistible offer for you to write and direct a big budget movie adaptation of SN8X. I'm so easily distracted..

Damn you scientist dudes and your easily distractible natures!
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Rijst on July 29, 2016, 05:53:12 PM

Oh man, I almost forgot I was going to drop science and become a big-time Hollywood producer and then approach you with an irresistible offer for you to write and direct a big budget movie adaptation of SN8X. I'm so easily distracted..

Damn you scientist dudes and your easily distractible natures!

I already forgot I posted this.. ;)
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Michigander1911 on July 29, 2016, 07:01:30 PM
Pretty much. It's on an open tab and when I have time I go through the listings bookmarking webcomics that I think might be decent, starting from where I left off, and it's rare that I see one that I love as much as yours. Unfortunately I binge-read your comic, and got to the end too fast   :-\ Now I have "show hole" (if that can be applied to webcomics)...

Well I just so happen to have some great suggestions for how you (and others in your predicament!) can help fill that SN8X-shaped void in your soul:

  • If you haven't already, explore the depths of the site to make such rad discoveries as character bios, live-action promo videos, SN8X interviews, '80s movie reviews (both in article and podcast flavors), a rather excessive FAQ, among other wonders!
  • Re-read the comic and this time check out the commentary for each page to see all the witty (and insightful!) comments.
  • Re-read the comic while noting the various tropes and adding those to the Satan Ninja 198X TV Tropes page (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Webcomic/SatanNinja198X) (a badass fan of ours created it, but no tropes have been added yet :'( ).
  • Become a big-time Hollywood producer and then approach us with an irresistible offer for us to write and direct a big budget movie adaptation of SN8X.
  • Write an erotic Satan Ninja fan fiction novel, and then change the names of the characters to hide the fact it's based on the Satan Ninja intellectual property and publish it to poor reviews but massive success.
  • Go out and find your very own Shinobi Fist of Hellpower and then become a Satan Ninja, rendering this comic unappealing to you because you live the "real deal."

Hope that helps!

Wow well that's a hell of a "hey in the meantime" list
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on August 02, 2016, 09:27:01 PM
Pretty much. It's on an open tab and when I have time I go through the listings bookmarking webcomics that I think might be decent, starting from where I left off, and it's rare that I see one that I love as much as yours. Unfortunately I binge-read your comic, and got to the end too fast   :-\ Now I have "show hole" (if that can be applied to webcomics)...

Well I just so happen to have some great suggestions for how you (and others in your predicament!) can help fill that SN8X-shaped void in your soul:

  • If you haven't already, explore the depths of the site to make such rad discoveries as character bios, live-action promo videos, SN8X interviews, '80s movie reviews (both in article and podcast flavors), a rather excessive FAQ, among other wonders!
  • Re-read the comic and this time check out the commentary for each page to see all the witty (and insightful!) comments.
  • Re-read the comic while noting the various tropes and adding those to the Satan Ninja 198X TV Tropes page (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Webcomic/SatanNinja198X) (a badass fan of ours created it, but no tropes have been added yet :'( ).
  • Become a big-time Hollywood producer and then approach us with an irresistible offer for us to write and direct a big budget movie adaptation of SN8X.
  • Write an erotic Satan Ninja fan fiction novel, and then change the names of the characters to hide the fact it's based on the Satan Ninja intellectual property and publish it to poor reviews but massive success.
  • Go out and find your very own Shinobi Fist of Hellpower and then become a Satan Ninja, rendering this comic unappealing to you because you live the "real deal."

Hope that helps!

Wow well that's a hell of a "hey in the meantime" list

Heh, yeah, I think it might've scared off James, since he hasn't posted since. Maybe he didn't realize I was joking.

Well, mostly joking.
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Matty2310 on August 04, 2016, 11:54:36 AM
When I first started reading this last December, it took me about three days to catch up, because I'd always go to read the commentary for each page straight after.
I've read TV Tropes quite a bit, usually in phases that last about one or two weeks, then an interim period, but I don't actually have an account. In the near future when I'll have way too much time on my hands, I'll see if I can get to it.
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on August 05, 2016, 01:10:39 AM
When I first started reading this last December, it took me about three days to catch up, because I'd always go to read the commentary for each page straight after.

Interesting. When we were designing this site, we decided not to display comments under every page like most webcomics do, because we wanted people to be able to read the comic straight through without comments drawing their eyes every page. So we went with a forum instead, despite a lot of people now thinking forums are dated. That might've been a mistake through, to be honest. I'm fairly certain that we'd get a lot more comments if people could simply post something directly under a page via social media login. Of course, this forum supports logging in via social media (I always log in through Google), but people aren't as used to doing that.

I've read TV Tropes quite a bit, usually in phases that last about one or two weeks, then an interim period, but I don't actually have an account. In the near future when I'll have way too much time on my hands, I'll see if I can get to it.

Dude, that'd make me so fucking happy! You'd become my favorite Aussie, for sureā€”even beating out my love for Lord Humungus. And since you've actually gone through and read the commentary for every page of the comic, that makes you highly qualified for the task.
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Michigander1911 on August 05, 2016, 05:16:39 PM
When I first started reading this last December, it took me about three days to catch up, because I'd always go to read the commentary for each page straight after.

Interesting. When we were designing this site, we decided not to display comments under every page like most webcomics do, because we wanted people to be able to read the comic straight through without comments drawing their eyes every page. So we went with a forum instead, despite a lot of people now thinking forums are dated. That might've been a mistake through, to be honest. I'm fairly certain that we'd get a lot more comments if people could simply post something directly under a page via social media login. Of course, this forum supports logging in via social media (I always log in through Google), but people aren't as used to doing that.

I typically log in through Facebook.  While I'm the first on to say that forums are dated, this one seems to be working just fine.  The only benefit to having a more modern comments section would be the ability to directly reply to somone instead of the "quote" feature. 

You guy's have also made it easy by putting the comments link directly in your posting of a new page.   
Title: Re: Issue 3 - Ninja Power! - Page 28 - Sam's Apology
Post by: Adam Dravian on August 06, 2016, 01:33:36 AM
You guy's have also made it easy by putting the comments link directly in your posting of a new page.

Yeah, but even having to push a button to see the comments create a barrier of entry that a lot of casual readers are too lazy to cross.

I don't know. It's something Jessica and I are going to think about some more, and we'll discuss with Webmaster Ghoul.