Comic #3877: other-riddles-of-the-sphinx
Description
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Description:
The comic consists of multiple panels featuring a Sphinx and a bearded, robed figure resembling a Greek philosopher. The setting appears to be outdoors, with a blue sky and some rolling hills in the background. The Sphinx has a stoic expression and is depicted with an iconic human head and lion body.
Text Transcription:
- Panel 1:
- Sphinx: "BEFORE YOU MAY PASS, YOU MUST ANSWER THE RIDDLE OF THE SPHINX."
- Bearded figure: "VERY WELL."
- Panel 2:
- Sphinx: "WHY IS IT THAT FINGERBANGING IS SIMILAR TO A COMPUTERIZED RECORD-PLAYER?"
- Bearded figure (thinking): "WHAT THE HELL, SPHINX?! THAT'S NOT A COOL RIDDLE."
- Panel 3:
- Sphinx: "THIS WAY, YOU CAN'T ASK A FRIEND FOR HELP."
- Panel 4:
- Bearded figure: "I'M NOT GONNA SIT AROUND ALL DAY THINKING ABOUT ASPECTS OF FINGERBANGING."
- Panel 5:
- Sphinx: (Reacting with an annoyed or incredulous expression)
- Panel 6:
- Bearded figure: "THE ANSWER IS THAT EACH IS BOTH DIGITAL AND ANALOG."
- Sphinx: "COME ON!"
This transcription maintains the comedic tone and context of the dialogue.