History Webcomic / TheWayOfTheMetagamer

* AWizardDidIt: The Summariser uses this as a [[JustifiedTrope justification]] of {{egregious}} tropes.

* BetterThanABareBulb: LampshadeHanging even directly references the tropes on ThisVeryWiki!

* JustifyingEdit: Parodied [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/31676 here]].

* ShoutOut: To {{Metroid}}, Franchise/AceAttorney, GearsOfWar and more.

* AvatarAndTheAirbendingFellowshipOfVampireSlayers: Mentioned a few times.

* [[strike:ScheduleSlip]] SeriesHiatus: No, really. Those three months were ''intentional''. And the other six.
** An ''actual'', scheduled SeriesHiatus occurred [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18684 here]]. Aaaand another one.

--> '''Crow:''' [[FreudWasRight That sash seems pretty...]] [[WhatDoYouMeanItsNotSymbolic symbolic here.]]

Originally envisioned as a ''TabletopGame/DungeonsAndDragons'' tutorial, in somewhat-humourous-webcomic form, the comic developed a plot involving attempts to prevent [[EldritchAbomination evil from beyond the universe]] from entering said universe through playing ''Dungeons & Dragons''. This works as follows: playing ''Dungeons & Dragons'' strengthens a [[SomeKindOfForceField defensive]] [[DeflectorShields barrier]] around the universe. Since it's popular among [[MostTropersAreYoungNerds young nerds]], it gets played a ''lot'' by said young nerds, helping to protect the universe. However, some evil, already within the universe, utilises spells from [=DnD=] to create [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks DnD Fourth Edition]], which weakens and destroys the barrier. In response, [[TheObiWan Gary Gygax]] creates the "Book of [=DnD=]", a [[MacGuffin magical artifact]] with the power to fight back against Fourth Edition. Unfortunately, the evil, discovering the Book, attempts to obtain it for unlimited power. Gary retaliates by sealing all the magical power within the Book, but ends up [[SealedEvilInACan sealing the evil in with it]]. ''And'' the raw magical energy kills him. The plot got pretty complicated, huh?

** [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18723 Also,]] [[SuperSmashBros Falcon]] [[MemeticMutation PUNCH!]]

* FakeCrossover: With MysteryScienceTheater3000.

Unfortunately for the future of the universe, the Book of [=DnD=] ends up being sold on eBay - purchased by a main character by the name of Bob. As soon as Bob reads the Book, he is [[TrappedInTVLand transported inside it]], to discover the Book contains a fully-running game of [=DnD=]. He then [[NoFourthWall gets fed up with the comic, and decides to leave.]] However, he finds he can't, and soon meets his friend Fred and a resident named Jane. They go to a town, and then to a castle, where they meet, believe it or not, JustForFun/TropeTan and defeat CaptainObvious. And with the help of {{Plot Hole}}s, they get to the [[MST3K Satellite of Love]] where time travel happens and that's when it gets sort of complicated.

* EnhanceButton: [[MST3K Joel Robinson]] invents a justified one [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/41384 here]].

* MST3KMantra: In-Universe. Specifically cited [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/34423 here]]. Appears once more during the MST3K crossover.

* {{Technobabble}}: Technobabble Box™. Technobabble has been provided by nearly everybody: the Author, Trope-tan, [[MST3K Joel]]...

* EvilLaugh: Lampshaded (also a {{Firefly}} ShoutOut) [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/20968 by Captain Obvious]].

* OhMyGods: [[{{Firefly}} "Gorramit"]] and "Oh my [[LightNovel/HaruhiSuzumiya Haruhi]]".

* AuthorFilibuster: Ranting about DungeonsAndDragons Fourth Edition.

* MagicalComputer: The [=DnD=] within the Book actually runs on an "XLPQ-732 Dungeon Master" - a computer powerful enough to run DungeonsAndDragons fully. Although it does have the occasional BSOD.

* ShoutOut: To {{Metroid}}, AceAttorney, GearsOfWar and more.

* OhMyGods: [[{{Firefly}} "Gorramit"]] and "Oh my [[HaruhiSuzumiya Haruhi]]".

* SpiritAdvisor: GaryGygax.

Unfortunately for the future of the universe, the Book of [=DnD=] ends up being sold on eBay - purchased by a main character by the name of Bob. As soon as Bob reads the Book, he is [[TrappedInTVLand transported inside it]], to discover the Book contains a fully-running game of [=DnD=]. He then [[NoFourthWall gets fed up with the comic, and decides to leave.]] However, he finds he can't, and soon meets his friend Fred and a resident named Jane. They go to a town, and then to a castle, where they meet, believe it or not, {{Trope-tan}} and defeat CaptainObvious. And with the help of {{Plot Hole}}s, they get to the [[MST3K Satellite of Love]] where time travel happens and that's when it gets sort of complicated.

* AerithAndBob: Most of the characters have normal names - the heroes are named "Bob", "Fred", and "Jane". Then we throw in "Xavius" and "{{Trope-tan}}".

* EverythingSensor: {{Trope-tan}} has one in her GBA.

* GratuitousJapanese: Justifiably invoked by MoeAnthropomorphism {{Trope-tan}}.

* {{Technobabble}}: Technobabble Box™. Technobabble has been provided by nearly everybody: the Author, {{Trope-tan}}, [[MST3K Joel]]...

* {{Trope-tan}}: Yes, [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/34423 really]].

* TrustPassword: {{Trope-tan}} uses one of these in a way.
--> '''{{Trope-tan}}:''' Greetings, past/future!{{Trope-tan}}. Shall we collate our information now?
--> '''past/future!{{Trope-tan}}:''' Indeed, present!Trope-tan. We shall.

* YouGottaHaveBlueHair: Both Fred and {{Trope-tan}}.

* Everything's Better With Bob: [[CaptainObvious Bob. Duh.]]

''The Way of the Metagamer'' is a StickFigureComic in a similar art-style to ''Webcomic/TheOrderOfTheStick''.

Originally envisioned as a ''DungeonsAndDragons'' tutorial, in somewhat-humourous-webcomic form, the comic developed a plot involving attempts to prevent [[EldritchAbomination evil from beyond the universe]] from entering said universe through playing ''DungeonsAndDragons''. This works as follows: playing ''DungeonsAndDragons'' strengthens a [[SomeKindOfForceField defensive]] [[DeflectorShields barrier]] around the universe. Since it's popular among [[MostTropersAreYoungNerds young nerds]], it gets played a ''lot'' by said young nerds, helping to protect the universe. However, some evil, already within the universe, utilises spells from [=DnD=] to create [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks DnD Fourth Edition]], which weakens and destroys the barrier. In response, [[TheObiWan Gary Gygax]] creates the "Book of [=DnD=]", a [[MacGuffin magical artifact]] with the power to fight back against Fourth Edition. Unfortunately, the evil, discovering the Book, attempts to obtain it for unlimited power. Gary retaliates by sealing all the magical power within the Book, but ends up [[SealedEvilInACan sealing the evil in with it]]. ''And'' the raw magical energy kills him. The plot got pretty complicated, huh?

[[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com You can read it here.]]

* EverythingsBetterWithBob: [[CaptainObvious Bob. Duh.]]

Originally envisioned as a ''DungeonsAndDragons'' tutorial, in somewhat-humourous-webcomic form, the comic developed a plot involving attempts to prevent [[EldritchAbomination evil from beyond the universe]] from entering said universe through playing ''DungeonsAndDragons''. This works as follows: playing ''DungeonsAndDragons'' strengthens a [[SomeKindOfForceField defensive]] [[DeflectorShields barrier]] around the universe. Since it's popular among [[MostTropersAreYoungNerds young nerds]], it gets played a ''lot'' by said young nerds, helping to protect the universe. However, some evil, already within the universe, utilises spells from [=DnD=] to create [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks DnD Fourth Edition]], which weakens and destroys the barrier. In response, [[TheObiWan Gary Gygax]] creates the "Book of [=DnD=]", a [[MacGuffin magical artifact]] with the power to fight back against Fourth Edition. Unfortunately, the evil, discovering the Book, attempts to obtain it for unlimited power. Gary retaliates by sealing all the magical power within the Book, but ends up [[SealedEvilInACan sealing the evil in with it]]. ''And'' the raw magical energy kills him. The plot got pretty complicated, huh?]]

Originally envisioned as a ''DungeonsAndDragons'' tutorial, in somewhat-humourous-webcomic form, the comic developed a plot involving attempts to prevent [[EldritchAbomination evil from beyond the universe]] from entering said universe through playing ''DungeonsAndDragons''. [[hottip:*:This works as follows: playing ''DungeonsAndDragons'' strengthens a [[SomeKindOfForceField defensive]] [[DeflectorShields barrier]] around the universe. Since it's popular among [[MostTropersAreYoungNerds young nerds]], it gets played a ''lot'' by said young nerds, helping to protect the universe. However, some evil, already within the universe, utilises spells from [=DnD=] to create [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks DnD Fourth Edition]], which weakens and destroys the barrier. In response, [[TheObiWan Gary Gygax]] creates the "Book of [=DnD=]", a [[MacGuffin magical artifact]] with the power to fight back against Fourth Edition. Unfortunately, the evil, discovering the Book, attempts to obtain it for unlimited power. Gary retaliates by sealing all the magical power within the Book, but ends up [[SealedEvilInACan sealing the evil in with it]]. ''And'' the raw magical energy kills him. The plot got pretty complicated, huh?]]

* BuffySpeak

* BreadEggsMilkSquick
* CallingYourAttacks: As with OrderOfTheStick, when a spell is cast, its name is shouted - or said in a [[RuleOfDrama dramatic tone of voice]]. And all sneak attacks must be punctuated by shouting "SNEAK ATTACK!"

* CaramelldansenVid: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/37034 This]] comic.

* ConvectionSchmonvection: Lampshaded, then "justified" with the {{MST3K Mantra}}.

* FrameBreak

* InfiniteCanvas: Although the comics are all approximately the same size (except for double-length specials), characters, speech bubbles, and shoes often breach the borders of the panels. And then there's [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18679 this]] comic, in which [[NoFourthWall the characters climb behind the panels.]]

* InsurmountableWaistHighFence: Parodied [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/33451 here]].

* {{MST3K Mantra}}: In-Universe. Specifically cited [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/34423 here]]. Appears once more during the {{MST3K}} crossover.

* OneOfUs: The characters will occasionally use [={{wiki markup}}=] in their sentences, implying the author has edited a few pages in his time.

* [[strike:ScheduleSlip]] SeriesHiatus: No, really. Those three months were ''intentional''. And the other six.
** An ''actual'', scheduled SeriesHiatus occurred [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18684 here]]. Aaaand another one.
* [[SealedEvilInACan Sealed Evil In A ]][[strike:Can]] Book.

* SuspiciouslySpecificDenial: Bob at one point in the {{MSTing}}.

* GraysSportsAlmanac: past!Jane.

* MutuallyFictional: This and the sequel, ''InNameOnly''.

[[redirect:Main/TheWayOfTheMetagamer]]

TheWayOfTheMetagamer is a StickFigureComic in a similar art-style to OrderOfTheStick.

Originally envisioned as a DungeonsAndDragons tutorial, in somewhat-humorous-webcomic form, the comic developed a plot involving attempts to prevent [[EldritchAbomination evil from beyond the universe]] from entering said universe through playing DungeonsAndDragons. [[hottip:*:This works as follows: playing DungeonsAndDragons strengthens a [[SomeKindOfForceField defensive]] [[DeflectorShields barrier]] around the universe. Since it's popular among [[MostTropersAreYoungNerds young nerds]], it gets played a ''lot'' by said young nerds, helping to protect the universe. However, some evil, already within the universe, utilises spells from DnD to create [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks DnD Fourth Edition]], which weakens and destroys the barrier. In response, [[TheObiWan Gary Gygax]] creates the "Book of DnD", a [[MacGuffin magical artifact]] with the power to fight back against Fourth Edition. Unfortunately, the evil, discovering the Book, attempts to obtain it for unlimited power. Gary retaliates by sealing all the magical power within the Book, but ends up [[SealedEvilInACan sealing the evil in with it]]. ''And'' the raw magical energy kills him. The plot got pretty complicated, huh?]]

Unfortunately for the future of the universe, the Book of DnD ends up being sold on eBay - purchased by a main character by the name of Bob. As soon as Bob reads the Book, he is transported inside it, to discover the Book contains a fully-running game of DnD. He then [[NoFourthWall gets fed up with the comic, and decides to leave.]]

... Yeah, this NeedsABetterDescription...

[[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com You can read it here.]]
----
!!''The Way Of The Metagamer'' provides examples of:

* AerithAndBob: Most of the characters have normal names - the heroes are named "Bob", "Fred", and "Jane". Then we throw in "Xavius" and "{{Trope-tan}}".
* AllInARow: The party spends a ridiculous amount of time walking in this manner.
* AllThereInTheManual: The Tower of Dread is only named as such in the table of contents.
** And several characters are only named in the comic transcripts, never in the actual comic.
* AltText: With an actual ''presenter'' reading it, who interacts with the AuthorAvatar and other characters repeatedly.
* AuthorAvatar: First appears in [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/19616 this comic.]]
* AuthorFilibuster: Ranting about DungeonsAndDragons Fourth Edition.
* AvatarAndTheAirbendingFellowshipOfVampireSlayers: Mentioned a few times.
* BareYourMidriff
* BeamMeUpScotty: The StarWars version is lampshaded.
* BehindTheBlack: Averted [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/32960 here]] in order to allow the characters to mock the audience. Usually played straight.
* BetterThanABareBulb: LampshadeHanging even directly references the tropes on ThisVeryWiki!
* {{BFG}}: The Rod of Za-Boom. So much.
* BuffySpeak
* BrainBleach
* BrokenBridge: Lampshaded.
* BreadEggsMilkSquick
* CallingYourAttacks: As with OrderOfTheStick, when a spell is cast, its name is shouted - or said in a [[RuleOfDrama dramatic tone of voice]]. And all sneak attacks must be punctuated by shouting "SNEAK ATTACK!"
** [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18723 Also,]] [[SuperSmashBros Falcon]] [[MemeticMutation PUNCH!]]
** Also also, the author [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/32150 shouts out what he's doing]] [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/34024 when he does stuff]].
* CaptainObvious: And ''how''! First appears in [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18697 this]] comic, but really becomes important [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/20968 here]].
* CardCarryingVillain: [[spoiler: CaptainObvious]] has a [[GoodHairEvilHair goatee]] specifically to demonstrate his evilness.
* CaramelldansenVid: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/37034 This]] comic.
* CatchPhrase: [[CaptainObvious "I have a cape which is red and says CO on it!"]]
* CliffHanger: Lampshaded repeatedly. [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/30544 Here,]] for example.
* ContextSensitiveButton: The explicit power of the Rod of Versatility.
* ConvectionSchmonvection: Lampshaded, then "justified" with the {{MST3K Mantra}}.
* DeliberatelyMonochrome: Greyzones are monochrome for reasons of plot. Also, ''The Way Of The Metagamer 2: InNameOnly'' is "monochrome for dramatic purposes".
* DepartmentOfRedundancyDepartment: CaptainObvious usually repeats any given fact at least twice.
* DismantledMacGuffin: The Colour Drops.
* DoomyDoomsOfDoom
* EnhanceButton: [[MST3K Joel Robinson]] invents a justified one [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/41384 here]].
* EveryoneCallsHimBarkeep: Every character of ''InNameOnly'' is named "[[SpellMyNameWithAThe The]] -Occupation-". Including "The ''Victim''".
* EverythingSensor: {{Trope-tan}} has one in her GBA.
* EvilLaugh: Lampshaded (also a {{Firefly}} ShoutOut) [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/20968 by Captain Obvious]].
* ExactlyWhatItSaysOnTheTin: Townwithanequipmentstoreaplacewithmapsandatavernofcourse.
* FakeCrossover: With MysteryScienceTheater3000.
* FictionalDocument: The sequel, ''The Way Of The Metagamer 2: InNameOnly''.
* FillerStrips: One of these, ironically, took more time to create than the actual comic it was filling in for.
* FireAndBrimstoneHell: Lampshaded.
* FunWithAcronyms: The GIGAHERTZ and the CFVDEWTOD.
* FrameBreak
* GilliganCut: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18696 "We're not going to the tavern."]]
* GlassesPull: The Detective of ''InNameOnly''.
* GoodHairEvilHair: Lampshaded.
* GreenLanternRing: The Rod of Versatility +3. Kinda.
* HeroicMime: Parodied.
* HolodeckMalfunction: The intended function of the CFVDEWTOD.
* HypocriticalHumour
* InfiniteCanvas: Although the comics are all approximately the same size (except for double-length specials), characters, speech bubbles, and shoes often breach the borders of the panels. And then there's [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18679 this]] comic, in which [[NoFourthWall the characters climb behind the panels.]]
* ILied: Quoted [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/34423 here]].
* ImpossibleThief: The Detective in ''The Way Of The Metagamer 2: InNameOnly''.
* InAWorld: The trailers for ''InNameOnly''.
* InNameOnly: ''The Way Of The Metagamer 2: In Name Only'', starring The Detective and TheWatson.
* InteractiveNarrator
* InsurmountableWaistHighFence: Parodied [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/33451 here]].
* IronicEchoCut: Every panel in the second half of [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18697 this]] comic.
** Also, [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18689 the introduction]] of Townwithanequipmentstoreaplacewithmapsandatavernofcourse.
* JustifyingEdit: Parodied [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/31676 here]].
* LetMeGetThisStraight: Lampshaded [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/31676 here]].
** And again [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/33183 here]], along with about 12 panels worth of getting it straight. The actual line is used, too.
* LoadsAndLoadsOfLoading: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18720 Simple Mode]] takes a [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18721 long time]] to load.
* LongList
* MagicalComputer: The DnD within the Book actually runs on an "XLPQ-732 Dungeon Master" - a computer powerful enough to run DungeonsAndDragons fully. Although it does have the occasional BSOD.
* MarySue: Lampshaded.
* MediumAwareness: The characters can [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18673 read each other's]] [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/21467 speech bubbles.]]
* {{Metaphorgotten}}: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/32804 Like a jigsaw puzzle.]]
* MinovskyParticle: {{Unobtanium}}.
* MrExposition: Gary's major role is to explain the entire plot.
** Xavius and the Author have also taken on this role.
* {{MST}}: Of ''itself'', during the FakeCrossover.
* {{MST3K Mantra}}: Specifically cited [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/34423 here]]. Appears once more during the {{MST3K}} crossover.
* MutuallyFictional: This and the sequel, ''InNameOnly''.
* NoFourthWall: The comic's ''defining'' trope.
* NoodleImplements: You don't want to know what they do with the protractor.
* OddShapedPanel: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/32150 This comic]] has a particularly notable example.
* OverlyLongName: Townwithanequipmentstoreaplacewithmapsandatavernofcourse.
* PlotHole: ''Literally.''
* PotHole: {{Trope-tan}} actually speaks using these - in {{PmWiki}} markup!
* PowerFloats
* PowerGlows
* PunnyName: Ebony Nauss.
* QuipToBlack: The Detective of ''InNameOnly''.
* RedShirt: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18690 Destruction!]] He's even wearing a ''literal'' red shirt.
** After the ResetButton hits, that guy dies. ''[[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/25385 Again]]''.
* ResetButton: You need one if your comic [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18693 throws up a BSOD.]]
* RuleOfFunny: Mentioned [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/32804 here]].
* SchizoTech: There are skyscrapers in the Medieval towns. With ''elevators''.
* ScoringPoints: "Awesome Points" are occasionally handed out to both characters and readers. They don't do anything. [[ChekhovsGun Yet]].
** PinballScoring: The lowest possible value of Awesome Points is 100.
* SeinfeldianConversation
* SelfDeprecation: Full of it, particularly during the [[{{MST}} MSTing]].
* [[strike:ScheduleSlip]] SeriesHiatus: No, really. Those three months were ''intentional''. And the other six.
** An ''actual'', scheduled SeriesHiatus occurred [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18684 here]].
* [[SealedEvilInACan Sealed Evil In A ]][[strike:Can]] Book.
* ShoutOut: To {{Metroid}}, AceAttorney, and more.
* SpellMyNameWithAThe: Every single character of ''InNameOnly''.
* SpiritAdvisor: GaryGygax.
* TalkingIsAFreeAction: Lampshaded [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/22223 here]].
* {{Technobabble}}: Technobabble Box™. Technobabble has been provided by nearly everybody: the Author, {{Trope-tan}}, [[MST3K Joel]]...
* ThemeNaming: "Titular", "Ebony Nauss".
* TheoryOfNarrativeCausality: As the comments [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/34849 here]] explain, narrativium is a major element - high concentrations of narrativium produce raw plot energy, rendering certain areas more plot-relevant than others. The PlotHole is dangerous because it takes away narrativium.
* ThisIsForEmphasisBitch
* TimeSkip: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18695 Fast Forward!]] The TimeSkip was only 22 comics in length, though.
* TomatoInTheMirror: Parodied in ''InNameOnly''.
-->'''The Wise Wizard Guy:''' You, Detective... you are a tomato.\\
'''The Detective:''' Yeah, I know.\\
'''The Wise Wizard Guy:''' ... no "oh God, what have I become"?\\
'''The Detective:''' Nope.
* TradeSnark: As noted above, Technobabble Box™. Other trademarked boxes include the "Exposition Box™" and the "Inventory Box™".
* TrailersAlwaysSpoil: The second trailer for ''InNameOnly'' is intentionally filled with spoilers.
* {{Trope-tan}}: Yes, [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/34423 really]].
* {{Unobtanium}}, which is actually a MinovskyParticle.
* TheUnreveal: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/32960 Bad luck]], readers.
* UnsoundEffect: Temporarycollapse!
* WallOfText: Practically a necessity for CaptainObvious. Walls of text are often specifically denoted - [[OddShapedPanel rectangular speech bubbles]] are used, labeled with a message such as "{{Technobabble}} Box" or "[[MrExposition Exposition]] Box".
* TheWebAlwaysExisted: Bob's iPhone still works in the Medieval world of D&D. Technically justified, since the Book exists in the present day.
* [[WelcomeToCorneria Welcome To]] [[strike:Corneria]] Townwithanequipmentstoreaplacewithmapsandatavernofcourse.
* WhatKindOfLamePowerIsHeartAnyway: Bob's power, which is "failing at building demolition".
* TheWikiRule: [[http://wayofthemetagamer.wikia.com Right here.]]
* AWizardDidIt: The Summariser uses this as a [[JustifiedTrope justification]] of {{egregious}} tropes.
* YeOldeButcheredeEnglishe: Parodied, as every store is named "Ye Olde X". Fred speaks like this for [[http://wayofthemetagamer.thecomicseries.com/comics/pl/18697 about one panel of one comic]].
* YouGottaHaveBlueHair: Both Fred and {{Trope-tan}}.

''WikiMagic! \\
... \\
WikiMagic! \\
... \\
Empowered WikiMagic!''