Going back and seeing these strips in a historical context makes it kind of interesting to see which parodies have stood the test of time. This reference is from Quantum Leap, does everyone remember that?
The fireworks gag was a reference to the fact that this strip originally appeared on the 4th of July.
Resistance is futile, but a little chicken soup doesn’t hurt.
I know this isn’t the first time that the Borg have been compared to a virus, but it just might be the most literal interpretation.
It just so happens, that as I’m reposting this story, I just happen to have a cold. And the thought of someone screaming inside my sinuses is a little scary.
I did try to stylize the backgrounds here to keep the look from becoming too gross over the course of this plot.
There are some parts of your body that even you shouldn’t see.
It’s bad enough having voices in your head, but it’s even worse when they’re ignoring you.
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