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Wayward Page 2
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Wayward Page 2

on April 27, 2013
Chapter: Book 5: Wayward
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  1. Guest
    Guest
    April 27, 2013, 1:20 am | # | Reply

    Well, if the dog likes him and he likes the dog, he can’t be as bad as I thought he was. Dogs can be a great indicator of a person’s character!

  2. drealm2459
    drealm2459
    April 27, 2013, 3:53 am | # | Reply

    the dog smells horse barbarcue on him.. most dogs would lick and kiss anyone for a nice hunk of cooked meat…

  3. Sulucamas
    Sulucamas
    April 27, 2013, 7:08 am | # | Reply

    Oh man, dark days… Just what happened way back then? 😮

  4. JustStoppingBye
    JustStoppingBye
    April 27, 2013, 1:50 pm | # | Reply

    It’s a little late to be warnin’ a man about quarantine once he’s *in* the camp. How about some nice signs next time, buddy?

    And I agree with the Guest. If the dog likes him, then he can’t be all bad.

    • Luci
      Luci
      May 2, 2013, 6:01 pm | # | Reply

      I think the rock with QUARANTINE painted in red on the previous page was supposed to be the warning.

      • JustStoppingBye
        JustStoppingBye
        May 5, 2013, 2:55 pm | # | Reply

        Yep. I saw that and corrected myself a minute after this post. Thanks.

  5. JustStoppingBye
    JustStoppingBye
    April 27, 2013, 1:51 pm | # | Reply

    And dang. Just went back to last week again and saw the sign.

    My apologies, mister. You tried your best.

  6. watermelonoverlord
    watermelonoverlord
    April 27, 2013, 8:39 pm | # | Reply

    I have thought he was a decent man since nearly the beginning, I just had no proof. I think he’s just made a lot of bad mistakes and now he’s bound by them. And also tainted by them. Obviously he is not COMPLETELY good, but at the same time he is not completely bad either.

  7. Karyl
    Karyl
    April 28, 2013, 7:58 am | # | Reply

    Much is revealed, and much is contained in these panels–he’s not surprised about the quarantine, but I bet the local will be surprised by Hunter!

  8. Messenger
    Messenger
    April 28, 2013, 10:34 am | # | Reply

    I’ve long suspected that Hunter ain’t the bad guy here. Most of his direct use of his magic is to defend himself. He doesn’t really start trouble. For that matter, for all his power, why hasn’t he simply taken whatever he’s needed or wanted? He gambled for jewelry, paid for clothing, and always ends up fleeing and running rather than just burning everything to the ground. Maybe he ain’t a hero, but he’s not necessarily a villain.

    Also, he wears a white hat (and clothing).

    • Dargor
      Dargor
      April 28, 2013, 12:20 pm | # | Reply

      Actually, I think this is a world of Gray and Grey/Black morality. There is no actual heroes, only degrees of bastardness.
      The only innocent victims are the poor horses 🙁
      By the way, is there a “magic system” in this world which explains Hunter´s firebending? For what we have read at this point (included the side story), the only source of supernatural power seems to be the Devil´s Deal.

      • Gallows
        Gallows
        April 29, 2013, 10:55 am | # | Reply

        If this was like Deadlands, I’d blame Hunter’s powers on the Hoyle Book of Games. In fact, this could still be a valid option. In Deadlands, the Hoyle Book of Games 1st edition print contains magic spells in relation to games played. Hunter is a gambler after all and carries himself so. And the spells are not restricted by alignment.

        As for this world, it is distinctly gray and grey morality. If that flashback we saw of her being rez’ed by fire because of Hunter, then she indeed does have a proper beef with him. Though as Messenger has mentioned, he is keeping the spells limited to his targets and not innocents who just happen to be there. Unless you count the businesses he ruined as affecting innocents. (The owners haven’t hurt him and when you kill a major business you do affect the townsfolk’s economy.) There’s a reason he has a sizeable bounty on his head.

        • Ben
          Ben
          April 29, 2013, 11:03 am | # | Reply

          Is Hunter a gambler?

          • Gallows
            Gallows
            April 30, 2013, 1:29 am | #

            I’d presume so since he did try gambling for that necklace before he was rudely interrupted. And he seemed comfortable doing it when he could take it by force. He also had a Riverboat Gambler feel with his suit at the beginning.

            It’s your story though, I’m just enjoying it, so it’s up to you.

          • Dargor
            Dargor
            April 30, 2013, 6:09 am | #

            Regarding the Deadlands setting, hucksters´proffesion can differ from mere “gamblers” leaving aside their little games with Manitous. Is perfectly possible to be a Marshall and a Huckster (as long as the public don´t catch you spellcasting)
            But you already stated that game wasn´t between your inspiration sources. Still I wonder if the supernatural forces who granted Hunter his powers don´t care about drawing too much attention from muggles.

          • Ben
            Ben
            April 30, 2013, 10:05 am | #

            Indeed; folks looking for this to conform to the rules of the Deadlands setting are undoubtedly in for disappointment.

          • Gallows
            Gallows
            May 2, 2013, 12:40 pm | #

            Either way, it is a great story and I thank you for presenting it to us.

      • Messenger
        Messenger
        April 30, 2013, 6:09 am | # | Reply

        As I said, he may not be a hero, but he ain’t a villain either. Even as this is a world of Gray and Grey/Black Morality, he’s still not in the darkest hue of that spectrum based on what he’s done and is willing to do.

        • Kermit
          Kermit
          May 1, 2013, 7:15 pm | # | Reply

          Well… he did *brand* a lady. That’s not proper behavior for a gentleman.

    • Mashivan
      Mashivan
      May 16, 2013, 9:13 pm | # | Reply

      Solf J. Kimblee of FMAB. Although, he was actually evil.

  9. Messenger
    Messenger
    April 30, 2013, 6:22 am | # | Reply

    Just realized: Hiding in a quarantined town and recovering from his injuries there may be a real smart move (assuming he doesn’t catch what they have). I wonder if Ms. Black is going to consider entering the town.

    • Dargor
      Dargor
      April 30, 2013, 3:11 pm | # | Reply

      Considering she is an undead, not to mention her determination (or obsession if your prefer) about putting Hunter six feet under… yes, yes she would.

  10. Onasaki
    Onasaki
    April 30, 2013, 11:23 pm | # | Reply

    Interesting. Maybe there’s more to Hunter then we realize… if a this dog likes him. Maybe he’s not such a bad guy? XD

  11. Lenore
    Lenore
    May 1, 2013, 9:05 am | # | Reply

    To everyone who thinks one dog cuddle means he’s a good guy, I would like to remind you that Hitler loved dogs and was very affectionate towards them.

  12. My_Little_Annie
    My_Little_Annie
    May 3, 2013, 6:28 pm | # | Reply

    Oh man, even with the clearly feverish flush to his eyes and nose, JHH is one hot dude. Those burning blue eyes! Get well soon <3

  13. the other ghost girl
    the other ghost girl
    May 4, 2013, 9:39 pm | # | Reply

    look on his face when the dog start’s licking him is priceless

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