Comic #5814: evolution-of-language

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Here’s a detailed description of the comic and the text within it:

Panel 1:

• A man with dark hair and a light brown skin tone appears to be praying or addressing someone in a conversational tone.
• Text: "DEAR GOD, WHY DID LANGUAGE EVOLVE?"

Panel 2:

• A thought bubble indicates a response from God, who is not visible.
• Text: "LANGUAGE WAS DESIGNED BY EVOLUTION TO ALLOW RAPID TRANSMISSION OF INFORMATION ON PRECISELY 3 TOPICS: FOOD, SEX, HIERARCHY POSITION."

Panel 3:

• The man looks perplexed and asks a question, raising his hand slightly.
• Text: "WHAT ABOUT SCIENCE? POETRY? MATHEMATICS?"

Panel 4:

• The response continues from God, with another thought bubble.
• Text: "ADMITTEDLY A FEW PERVERTS TAKE AN INTRINSIC NON-SEXUAL INTEREST IN BEAUTY ITSELF, BUT THAT'S JUST A BYPRODUCT. A SORT OF EFFLUENT FROM THE EVOLUTIONARY SAWMILL."

Panel 5:

• The man sighs, looking more contemplative or frustrated.
• Text: "GOD, EVERY TIME WE TALK I FEEL WORSE ABOUT MYSELF."

Panel 6:

• A silhouette of God appears against a black background, replying.
• Text: "THAT'S CALLED CLARITY, APE."

This comic blends humor with a discussion on language and evolution while showcasing a conversation from different perspectives. The characters engage in a critical exploration of topics often considered complex.