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While dark humor isn't a new concept, the name was only introduced in 1935 by the French surrealist Andre Breton. Dark humor jokes include themes that are usually considered taboo or hard to discuss and often include a touch of irony.

The most popular examples are Shakespeare’s writings, which often viewed tragic moments with a lighter side, and the famous works of British comedian Monty Python.

Our brains have to work quite hard to understand irony - sarcastic messages load our craniums with double the computing compared to usual forms of language.

So, having the sense of it basically means that your brain is more adept at solving creative problems. However, if you use it too much, other people might confuse your dark sense of humor for sociopathic behavior.

Mr. Lovenstein, aka J. L. Westover, draws hilarious dark humor comics with the most unexpected endings. Featuring everything from animals to funny tips to random situations - I’m sure they’ll help you get through this workday quicker. Check our collection of these dark-humor memes below.

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#1

Simple comic illustrating dark humour with a character labeled "life" delivering a "no" response.

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    #4

    Three reptiles in a dark humour comic argue about identities.

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    Penny Cillin
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    CROCKOGATOR: Toad, schmoad. Call yourself whatever you like; I'm calling you Snacky McSnackersons. Now git in mah bellah!!

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    #7

    Comic of flowers humorously discussing their resilience; a darker take with witty dialogue.

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    Flora Polvado
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is one of the reasons I love dandelions. They're yummy too.

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    #11

    Two snakes in a comic are confused about whether they're necks or tails. One wears a tie, reflecting dark humour.

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    Penny Cillin
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ZOMG. Mind scientifically blown to bits. So THIS is why we never see a happy snake; biologically they don't even know which end is up. Like Chris Rock as the Zebra in Madagascar when he too had a biological epiphany: "Am I white with black stripes or black with white stripes??" And my own biological epiphany: "Am I just "with" stupid as the infamous T-shirt declares? Or am I actually the stupid one in this duo???" Sadly, there is proof on a near daily basis that I am not just "with" stupid but am, in fact, ate-UP with the stupidness. A check of my Permanent Record shows I think and do more stupid before breakfast than most full-time professional morons do in a lifetime.

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    #12

    Demon serving pizza illustrating dark humour with a spicy twist.

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    Hans
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happened to me, just not in hell.

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    #15

    Comic illustrating humor in adult friendships, with steps to latch onto a friend's leg and never let go, leading to success.

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    The Alchemist
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've done this before. In middle school and freshman of high school. Made a number of upperclassmen friends this way.

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    #16

    A masked character holds a gun, asking for money or life, while the victim responds with humor. Dark humor comic strip.

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    #18

    Cavemen joke about lazy kids, evolution of wheels, and tough past, capturing dark humour in comic strip.

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    Penny Cillin
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Uphill! Both ways!! Farking kids with their fancy farking wheels and efficiencies and whatnot. It's just a fad. No way that whole "wheel" thing is gonna take off. No farking way.

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    #19

    Comic featuring Galileo humorously responding to criticism on his use of magnifying lenses with a dark humour twist.

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    Lilya
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was the funniest comic I've ever read. 😂

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    #21

    Man and dog in a dark humor comic about awkward kisses, featuring a funny twist on pet affection.

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    Hans
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Haha, did not see that coming.

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    #24

    A dinosaur asks for a high-five and gets ignored; 150 million years later, its skeleton gets one in a museum, showcasing dark humour.

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    Alexis
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least he got a high five eventually...

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    #25

    Comic strip about dark humour, character discovers treasure marked "The real treasure is friendship" with a disappointed look.

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    #27

    Dark humor comic about a character being judged for virtual life choices, featuring games like Tamagotchi and Sims.

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    Roselientje
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    S**t. If I only had treated my sims better. I am going to hell. But I dont think I am the only simsabuser

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    #32

    Comic strip illustrating dark humor with a character hesitating to unwrap a beautifully wrapped gift before deciding friendship matters.

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    Rebecca Finnigan
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get this at Xmas time I wrap all my presents for people to match my decorations then I'm sad when I have to give them away and get assorted colours and patterns that don't coordinate with my tree. I think I may have issues!!

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    #36

    Cat choosing to avoid human responsibilities in a dark humor comic.

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    Orkan
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well my cat died that way, here goes the feelings...

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    #38

    Comic with dark humour shows a person asking a child to clap if happy, then urgently demands, "Tell me your secrets!"

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    Gavyn Allen
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe it's alluding to the fact that the older man isn't happy.

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    #40

    A comic shows a couple in bed, surprised by a mysterious hand, highlighting dark humour.

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    Hans
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is slightly disturbing.

    Damon Von Bohn
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol i was gonna come in here to be mad at the apparent transphobia of the first two panels, but now I rather like it!

    David Pincott
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and this is why you don't order discounted mail order brides from thailand... unless you're into that kind of thing

    ThePanInPanda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Boy, I'm sure the comments on this one will be nothing but calm and accepting.

    James Hamiller
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    am i not getting something? why does the woman have a d**k?

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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    by the second panel i thought it would be a transphobic comic like oh no the woman has a peen! but then by the fourth i was laughing

    Samantha Mitchell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now swordfight to the death with them!!

    William Dennett
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least it’s not a pissing contest. 🤷🏻‍♂️

    Yanisa Colon
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's one heck of a foot-raising competition

    Mark Jensen
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are they going to play rock, paper, scissors for who goes first?

    Oskar vanZandt
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're rather competitive... No need, really, they're both winners 😁

    Warpath81
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The blonde is a saiyan she wins

    Hannah Marshall
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could have been her foot for all we know 🤣

    Aelin Wildfire
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've heard of a "pissing contest", but...this is a new one.

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    Anonymous Panda She/Her/Hers
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It could just be a knee or hand pretending to be something else.

    Sande Knight
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's funny, but I don't know why!!!

    Lindsey Rose
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes very very very very very very very very disturbing

    Jack testerman
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is such a thing as trans people Hans get used to it

    Steven Blake
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought that bar we met in was not my usual kind of place

    Perry McLean
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But how can a woman have one im rly disturbed

    hi
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    3 years ago

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    welp, no more gf only bf lol.

    Monie Luvs
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    3 years ago

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    You all got it wrong, lol. His was was chilling but still ready. Then the trans chick flashed her "masculine" side. Anddd after the initial shock from the straight dude, he liked it & got a hard on. You can thank me later 🤗😅😘

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    3 years ago

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    That's my ex boyfriend finding out afier 6 months that his new "girlfriend " has a penis

    Heháka Kohana Runs With Bears
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd agree if it was just the first two panels, but the last two show him accepting it after initial confusion and their interaction continuing as normal. It definitely brought out some people who need to be educated in the comment section though. I say all this as a trans guy that often is the only person to defend trans people in the comments.

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    9 years ago

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    bi-sexual and it's inflatable Kjorn

    Kjorn
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    9 years ago

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    if it was 2 guys i'd understand... but a girl?

    Tillie Martinussen
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's trans/crossdresser. After initial shock to straight guy, he is so straight he starts a "which one is the biggest"-contest - which is more important than sexual orientation, bc size... And bc trans guy is also a guy, s/he joins in. The joke is, that size always matters to men. And competition... Explained. :)

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    #43

    Bird pushes chick from nest, chick falls. Bird remarks on raising a failure. Dark humour comic.

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    Annabelle Johnson
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    srsly? THAT WAS AN EGG, YOU BIRD BRAIN!! (pun intended)

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    #47

    Comic strip showing a card trick with identical cards for a dark humour effect.

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    Hans
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good trick, need to memorise.

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    #62

    Comic strip showing a person interacting with "Life," discussing dreams and experiencing ironic challenges. Dark humor theme.

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    Dark humor comic strip featuring a man with a persistent grin, gaining admiration, a job, love, and an award despite warnings.

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    #69

    Comic of person imagining their asleep leg dreaming, featuring humorous dream with a muscular man hugging the leg. Dark humour comics.

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    #71

    Comic strip featuring dark humour about a father and son discussing a new ball cap, ending with a comedic twist.

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    Jace
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Coincidence? https://oldstersview.wordpress.com/2009/09/23/you-cant-fix-stupid/

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    #72

    Comic about laser vision used to scan cereal barcodes, illustrating dark humour.

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    Hamlets twin
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it weird that this sounds cool? I can tell I'm getting old.

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    #75

    Prometheus and eagle in a dark humor comic discussing liver eating in a funny, sarcastic exchange.

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    #78

    Comic about surviving without internet, featuring humorous dark humor actions: yelling at birds, eating rocks, oppressing women.

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    Bridgette David
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh I think people still do all the same stuff as they did before. Only now they post video/pics of themselves doing it!

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    #81

    Cartoon of Sun Tzu painting, using dark humor with phrases like "crushed-skull white" and "blood-of-my-enemies red."

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    #82

    Comic character's day spiraling into chaos, showcasing dark humor in six panels.

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    #83

    Comic strip featuring Socrates engaging in humorous, philosophical debate about the relativity of "up high." Dark humor ensues.

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    Joshua Collado
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish we could do that in real life. I would've been killed by my own sister but anyways.

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    #86

    Comic featuring a humorous exchange about face length over drinks, showcasing dark humor.

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    CandyCorn
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone think the horse looks like a 'my little pony'?

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    #87

    Comic strip with wind chime humor, featuring a person on a porch and a wind spirit enthusiastically interacting with chimes.

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    frank0ys
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...Now I will think about this when I hear wind chimes.

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    #88

    Comic strip about dark humor with a character struggling to buy food with $5 in their online bank account.

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    Jace
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what having Verizon for an ISP can do to one's finances.

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    #89

    Comic featuring dark humor with a character struggling to draw while under threat at gunpoint, ending with an exaggerated hot dog drawing.

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    Joseph Roberts
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just keep drawing stick figures so horrifically bad that they look like a really good anything else.

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    #91

    Comic of president jokingly fixing problems with a magic wand, headline reads "President Solves Everything." Dark humor comic.

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    Cuzy123
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how the title is daily recycling.

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    #98

    Dad humor comic showing parenting challenges and fantasies of driving away, with humorous twist and dark humour elements.

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    Monty Is Fiennes
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ....why I never became a parent......whoa-oh-ohh-o....

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    #99

    Comic of two people discussing skills, with dark humour about mastering drinking.

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    Jace
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah... I choke on fluids about 4 out of 10 drinks.

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    #100

    Comic of a couple discussing love, with a humorous twist in dark humor style.

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    Wulfur
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To all you who have made it this far, give me a like! We'll count how many make it!!

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    #103

    Comic strip showcasing dark humour with two characters discussing work productivity and loneliness.

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    orenji
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ain't it sad that most people can only bond with others through complaining? :')

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    #104

    Two swimmers panic over a shark fin, then a cow with a knife appears, highlighting dark humour in a comic strip.

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    Jordan Visnaw
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And for the last comic... You put one that's already been used... Thanks.

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