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Crunky!! says:

Hilarious!

posted on January 22, 2010 - 6:20pm
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zero-warrior says:

love the style

posted on September 21, 2009 - 4:46pm
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citybuilder says:

nice funny twist to the giant monsters of old.

posted on June 10, 2009 - 6:04pm
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epdsn says:

Hilariouse!

posted on March 26, 2009 - 2:40pm
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bustermoody says:

"Do I have to make all the decisions around here, Randy?"
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Just like "Everyone Laughs at the Crocodile Man" and "Colonel MacTagart," this comic is far too original and funny to win. The art is fresh and interesting and the dialogue is charming as hell. Awesome work. I know that you'll probably be busy coloring "The Hammer," but I'd love to see more of your drawn and written work as well!

posted on March 12, 2009 - 12:22pm
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thanks metsuke and everyone else. We'll see if there's going to be an invitational again this year

posted on January 30, 2009 - 1:09pm
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metsuke says:

INVITATIONAL I AM YELLING

posted on January 15, 2009 - 2:02am
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Man! This should have won. I've said that before haven't I? I love this, King-Kong and Godzilla meets the Honeymooners! The humor was laugh out loud and the concept wonderfully original! Hope it continues elsewhere.

posted on October 9, 2008 - 4:55am
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Annibot says:

PS
I'm so sad Paul Newman is gone... He was my first actor crush... when I was but a wee Bot, watching Cool Hand Luke in junior high drama class.

posted on October 2, 2008 - 1:00am
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Annibot says:

God, I'm so pissed off that Middle Aged Monster didn't win!
Grrr...
I want to talk trash but I don't want to put that kind of crap out there. This is a good comic. I still want to know what happens next and I want to see more of your work Steve.
Fifth time's the charm, right? Am I right?
Guys...?
Anyone....?

posted on October 2, 2008 - 12:56am
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falexvidal says:

Man, don´t give up. Your work is one of the best things that ever embraced Zuda. I love Colonel Mactaggat and Everybody Laughs at Crocodile Man, and I hope this 4th place is just an improvement over your last ranking positions. One day you´ll make it, and I guess this day is close. Congratulations man!

posted on October 1, 2008 - 8:33pm
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gph says:

Dammit, Steve!
 
FOURTH?
 
I'm sad, now... although a congrats to Loren... but, dang...

posted on October 1, 2008 - 11:16am
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RKB says:

Sorry Steve, great effort MAM is fantastic -bring on the next comic!!!!

posted on September 30, 2008 - 3:47pm
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NeutronCrush says:

Damn...We lose Paul Newman and MAM ends up in 4th....too bad.
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Definitely looking forward to your next one Steve!

posted on September 30, 2008 - 2:58pm
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sobreiro says:

FOURTH?! Shame on Zuda

posted on September 30, 2008 - 1:04pm
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Caanan says:

When's the candlelight vigil?
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Look forward to your next entry Steve, though I would have loved to have seen this continue elsewhere.

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Thanks a lot all for the votes and support. I was realy blown away by it all. I just wish I could have pulled off the win for you guys. I'll be back eventually though - I've got another submission in the works.

posted on September 30, 2008 - 11:27am
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Bryy_Miller says:

The Sting is where it's at.

posted on September 30, 2008 - 1:48am
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Oh man... Newman lists! Let's see...

1). Cool Hand Luke
2). Hud
3). Slap Shot
4). The Verdict
5). The Color of Money

honorable mention - Nobody's Fool

posted on September 29, 2008 - 7:43pm
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RKB says:

My top 5 Newman favs
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1.The long hot summer
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2.Cool hand luke
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3.Butch cassidy and the sundance kid
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4.The Sting
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5. Somebody up there likes me.

posted on September 29, 2008 - 7:24pm
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The Hustler's really good. I like the Color of Money better myself but nothing beats that initial pool game he has with Minnesota Fats!

Hud's got to be my favorite of his black and white stuff

posted on September 29, 2008 - 7:11pm
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mpd57 says:

I bought "The Hustler" on DVD just last weekend with Mr Middle-Aged Monster himself Jackie Gleeson - synchronicity at work!

posted on September 29, 2008 - 6:26pm
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Paul Newman is my absolute favorite. Sure - He's made some not so great movies... but the good ones... WOW!

I looked all over Saturday Night in Columbus looking to buy Slapshot but couldn't find it. I thought it best to mourn with such a great comedy. I almost settled for the Verdict but it was much too somber a flick for the occasion.

Though it's no secret Cool Hand Luke is my all time favorite movie.

posted on September 29, 2008 - 4:12pm
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Alex says:

(i've meant actor instead of artist, forgive my poor english)

posted on September 29, 2008 - 3:02pm
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Alex says:

hey, paul newman was a really great artist. rip newman.

posted on September 29, 2008 - 3:01pm
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manekochan says:

Kind of reminds me of Dinosaurs and that TTT comic with Godzilla and Gamera. Of course, I love both of those, so it's no surprise that I found this funny as hell. I love the ending, too. :D

posted on September 28, 2008 - 9:36pm
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R.I.P. Paul Newman

posted on September 28, 2008 - 9:16pm
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mpd57 says:

You know where my blog is! A quite monsterous review awaits. OK it's at http://www.mpd57.blogspot.com - and yes I should've got an easier name to remember!

posted on September 27, 2008 - 10:25am
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Steve Ellis says:

Really fun stuff!I love the vector art.

posted on September 26, 2008 - 4:01pm
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Reuben says:

Solid comedy, and I like how your using the format as a tool instead of a boundry or obstacle.

posted on September 26, 2008 - 4:34am
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Kidgloves says:

Dammit. This should be winning. All right, Kidgloves is taking off the, uh, kid gloves. Steve, I'm going to do all I can to get everyone who voted for Boone to vote for this. I can't guarantee you a win, but I'll do all that I can.

posted on September 25, 2008 - 8:10pm
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lrsteiner says:

See, this is why you should be nice to your sisters. You never know when you're gonna need their help. ;)

posted on September 25, 2008 - 10:52am
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NeutronCrush says:

My sister is helping to spread the word too!
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Final update....MAM #1!
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Oh, and I got my MAMogram too! It is awesome!
Thanks Steve!

posted on September 25, 2008 - 10:29am
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kingofsnake says:

Anytime you wanna surge from behind and take this thing steve... :)

posted on September 25, 2008 - 8:17am
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Thanks for the comments, guys (and gals). I haven't given up yet - But I just got passed in favorites by fourth place! Looks like I could be dropping a rank soon.

posted on September 24, 2008 - 7:39pm
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Juan Navarro says:

Wow Hilarity AND Drama, nice!

posted on September 24, 2008 - 4:18pm
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earthling says:

I have two favorites this month but I have made my choice. I dig this comic, you have my vote. Good luck!

posted on September 23, 2008 - 11:19am
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mrgodon says:

This comic is awesome! C'mon number 1!

posted on September 23, 2008 - 8:56am
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stoller43 says:

Yeah, Steiner. I'm an idiot. Of course the other Stoller is my wife. I had encouraged her to vote. I believe she also put each person from her work in a headlock until they also voted for you.

posted on September 23, 2008 - 8:52am
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mr.hank says:

COUGH — ACK, THE SMELL, THE TOENAILS SCRAPING, OH THE HUMANITY AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH VOTE STEVE AAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHH AAAAAAAHHHHHHHHBUBBA BOOWEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABUBBA BOOWEEAAAAAAAAAAAA HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

posted on September 23, 2008 - 7:02am
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SAM33 says:

I hope you win, so then I can sue you for libel - I know you based this on me! Best art yet, and my favorite of your puny human comic efforts so far.

posted on September 22, 2008 - 1:50pm
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nicopolis71 says:

"I like the art, I think it could use a bit more definition/contrast. And the concept is pretty fun and original, I think the writing is the weakest part. The tone needs to be a bit lighter."

What an amorphous crit.

posted on September 22, 2008 - 12:45pm
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nicopolis71 says:

Finaly my login worked

posted on September 22, 2008 - 12:42pm
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ajacques says:

I like the art, I think it could use a bit more definition/contrast. And the concept is pretty fun and original, I think the writing is the weakest part. The tone needs to be a bit lighter.

posted on September 22, 2008 - 12:37pm
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mr.hank says:

THIS IS A PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE CDC...steven has been sighted today leaving a food market with several cases of BEANS yes let us state this again STEVEN HAS BEEN SIGHTED EXITING A MARKET WITH SEVERAL CASES OF BEANS MUMBLING IF I DON'T GET VOTES THEN THEY WE FEEL MY WRATH...we cannot stress this enough people, with only several days left in this contest steven is in a very fragile state and with this sighting there is no telling what he may do. steven has been know to have a tremendous propensity to consume beans, the last time this happened was after a long night of liquor, chicken fingers and loose women, steven made his way into a store, purchasing vast quantities of beans. the ensuing catastrophe was emense, a small amsih community is forever changed, and to this day there still is a vigil marking that fetid day. stay tuned in for further developments, purchase duct tape and plastic, TAPE THOSE WINDOWS PEOPLE PLEASE THIS IS NOT A TEST, STEVEN HAS BEEN SPOTTED WITH VAST QUANTITIES OF BEANS, VOTE NOW, thank you for your patronage, and please don't forget to tip the waitresses, they work hard for the money and tattoo removal is so expensive these days. –Enjoy

posted on September 22, 2008 - 12:17pm
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I think it's your wife, Zach!

posted on September 22, 2008 - 11:31am
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stoller43 says:

Whoa....there's another Stoller on here. Who are you, mystery Stoller?

posted on September 22, 2008 - 11:21am
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Chanticleer says:

Good luck, Steve!

posted on September 22, 2008 - 7:50am
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Stoller says:

Good luck Steve!!

posted on September 22, 2008 - 7:40am
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tmsteiner4 says:

Good Luck Steve! I'll try to bring you some more votes ~ Aunt Trac --- p.s. I loved the mail!

posted on September 21, 2008 - 10:59pm

Middle-Aged Monster

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Middle-Aged Monster is © Steve Steiner
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If you’re as tall as a skyscraper, had immeasurable strength, and could breath pure energy from your mouth, what would you do? If you were Bruno, you’d use your power to decimate cities and chow down on humans.
As the self-declared “King of the Monsters,” Bruno is the most powerful creature on Earth. He leaves only death and destruction in his wake. Nothing in humanity’s arsenal has ever been able to stop his attacks. That’s bad news for New Yorkers because Bruno and his best friend, Kongo, have set their sights on leveling the Big Apple.
Other than crushing metropolitan areas and creating mayhem, Bruno is a fairly ordinary fellow. He has a wife, Helen, is the father to a teenaged son, Junior, and lives in a cozy underwater cave at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a nice life but Bruno may soon be in for a rude awakening.
What happens when the “King of the Monsters” is not even the king of his own family?

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