Sometimes, we cartoonists introduce characters into the strip with the BEST of intentions… We want to broaden the scope of the strips potential with characters that force us to explore other styles of humor or personality… and sometimes those characters click and become wildly popular. (Examples: Snuffles, Pumpkin, Audrey)
Annnnnd then there’s Herb. Herb just never clicked for me. His tech-nerd personality is VERY hard to write and never adds anything to the cast dynamic other than a reason for Mistake NOT to live with Dandy, which most folks never remembered anyway. As such, Herb’s moving away. I’m not saying I’m NEVER going to show him again, but dang it if I can’t think of a good reason to.
Farewell Herb… you’d be missed if anyone noticed you in the first place.
