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2* [[spoiler:''Webcomic/EightBitTheater'']]: Based on [[VideoGame/FinalFantasyI one of the most beloved video game franchises of all time]], a diverse and colorful group of [[DesignatedHero adventurers]] embark on an exciting quest to defeat a mysterious evil force. Along the way, they must face a power-hungry dictator, an [[AWizardDidIt ancient wizard]], many [[QuirkyMinibossSquad rival factions]], and their own inner demons. Well-known for its [[{{Anticlimax}} unpredictable plot twists!]]
3* [[spoiler: ''Webcomic/AxeCop'']]: [[ImprobableWeaponUser With an array of unconventional weaponry]] and his equally unlikely sidekicks, a WideEyedIdealist policeman takes on the task of wiping the planet clean of all crime.
4* [[spoiler:''Danny and Spot'']]: Two [[TheWarOnStraw well-rounded intellectuals]] with opposing views struggle to live the rest of their lives with each other. As time goes on, the two try to reconcile with each other and make the best of their existence.
5* [[spoiler:''Webcomic/DominicDeegan'']]: A brave, noble and all around wonderful prophet and his quirky friends fight against the injustices that plague their land while still finding time to have [[BlatantLies so, so endearing]] side adventures involving super heroes and metal bands.
6* [[spoiler:''Webcomic/TheEasyBreather'']]: A young woman takes up the mantle of a hero determined to demonstrate positive health habits. This story will make you think long and hard about the harmful effects that certain substances can have on your body in an interesting new take on a lesson that resonates with everyone.
7* [[spoiler: ''WebComic/GamerChicks'']]: A SliceOfLife web comic about several girls who enjoy playing video games. The main protagonist constantly has to deal with sexists who constantly [[MaleGaze oggle her breasts]]. The strip is best known for an amazing drawing of cheese in one panel.
8* [[spoiler:''Webcomic/{{Homestuck}}'']]: Surreal, [[Music/{{Homestuck}} operatic]] tale about four young children from broken families around the world, destined to complete the cycle of time not just for themselves in the face of the coming apocalypse, but their [[{{Troll}} predecessors]] from another, long-dead world, and finally, for the [[EldritchAbomination Gods]] themselves.
9** ''[[spoiler:Literature/TheHomestuckEpilogues]]'': A simple choice made by one young man drastically affects the universe he lives in, splitting the world into two different timelines. Featuring the original cast of the comic, who have gone through [[OutOfCharacter significant developments]] and [[AdaptationalVillainy changes]] signifying the story's [[TooBleakStoppedCaring darker tone]].
10** ''[[spoiler:Webcomic/HomestuckBeyondCanon'']]: After the events of the story above, a [[AdaptationalVillainy brand-new antagonist]] tries to revive the story so it can [[FranchiseZombie go on forever]]. To accomplish this, the brand-new antagonist tries to create a new version of the old story. The various cast members attempt to team up to stop him.
11** [[spoiler:''Webcomic/SweetBroAndHellaJeff'']]: A [[StylisticSuck uniquely stylish]], postmodern exploration of [[ShowWithinAShow recursive fiction]], the nature of [[HeterosexualLifePartners male friendships]] in the 21st century, and the hidden dangers of living in a [[StaircaseTumble multiple-story home]].
12* [[spoiler: ''Webcomic/{{Jack|DavidHopkins}}'']]: An interesting look at morality and the struggles of life and death, from an author extremely knowledgeable when it comes to mythology. Strong Christian themes. Involves cute cartoon animals!
13* [[spoiler: ''Kit 'N Kay Boodle'']]: In a world filled with {{Dystopia}}s and [[CorruptCorporateExecutive greed]], one town has been given a [[DeusSexMachina divine mandate]] to use ThePowerOfLove to create [[{{Utopia}} an enlightened society]].
14* [[spoiler:''Webcomic/PennyAndAggie'']]: InAWorld full of [[ManipulativeBastard manipulators]], [[TheConspiracy conspirators]] and homicidal [[TheSociopath sociopaths]], can a [[LovableAlphaBitch good-hearted socialite]] and an [[TheSnarkKnight aloof, sharp-tongued loner]] [[IMissMom haunted by past trauma]] [[EnemyMine end their long-festering enmity]] for the greater good of society, and find [[FireForgedFriends friendship]], even [[QueerRomance love]]?
15* [[spoiler:''Webcomic/PennyArcade'']]: Two vitriolic friends deal with a completely insane world of videogame references and possible drug use.
16* [[spoiler:''Webcomic/PowerupComics'']]: The adventures of two epic, cool gamers.
17* [[spoiler:''Webcomic/ProblemSleuth'']]: A surrealist masterwork of [[WritingByTheSeatOfYourPants improvisational writing]], the sprawling story, set in an [[AnachronismStew abstraction of the prohibition era]] and drawn in a [[StickFigureComic stark black-and-white style]] reminiscent of the work's FilmNoir [[AffectionateParody ro]][[GenreShift ots]], follows three devious hardboiled detectives, who, despite being enemies, are willing to team up and use [[CrazyIsCool all their wits and imagination]] to defeat a bootlegger, while simultaneously becoming more and more dependent on drink to sustain their dream world. Spawned a massively successful SpiritualSequel.
18* [[spoiler: ''Webcomic/{{Shortpacked}}'']]: Mentally ill war veteran's lesbian attraction leads her into the machinations of a man bent on world domination and marks the beginning of her ascent into the government of her country as she takes advice from its deposed former leader. The strip's [[AffectionateParody constant commentary on present American society]] is matched only by its [[EveryoneIsBi exploration of nontraditional sexuality]].
19* [[spoiler:''Shredded Moose'']]: A [[PornWithoutPlot simple]], well drawn, [[FetishRetardant sexy]] webcomic about enjoying one's youth, having fun, and celebrating laughter. All the while, said comic takes a [[BlackComedy satirical look at society's ideals]].
20* [[spoiler:''Single Asian Female'']]: A young minority struggles to find her place in the Western world while still retaining her cultural identity. It manages to show a perspective not often seen while also not shying away from tough issues like racism.
21* [[spoiler: ''Webcomic/SlightlyDamned'']]: BackFromTheDead with demons in tow, it's up to our FunnyAnimal protagonist to stop a [[HeavenVersusHell war between Heaven and Hell]].
22* [[spoiler: ''Webcomic/SonicLegacy'']]: A long-running love letter to a popular franchise created by a group of its talented fans and featuring all sorts of SugarWiki/AwesomeArt, references to even obscure parts of the series it's based on and intense storylines.
23* [[spoiler: ''Webcomic/{{Sonichu}}'']]: A young woman embarks on an epic quest to find her soulmate with the help of her faithful animal companions. Along the way, our hero faces unlikely enemies, and makes many new friends. Join our hero as she topples a corrupt organization, uncovers an ancient prophecy, and attempts to defend her honor and clear her good name from those who would seek to defile it.
24** or: A woman sets out on a quest to find love and teach the world about autism with the help of her electric hedgehog friends. The story is as interesting as the creator's real life.
25* [[spoiler:''Webcomic/SquareRootOfMinusGarfield'']]: Everyone's favorite fat, [[CatsAreSnarkers sarcastic]], {{lazy|Bum}} [[ComicStrip/{{Garfield}} cat]] in [[DadaComics wacky adventures]], both new and reimagined!
26* [[spoiler: ''{{Webcomic/Starfighter}}'']]: In this epic SpaceOpera, a nervous young man joins a space military. His partner, whom he lives with, enjoys danger and excitement, acting as a foil to our timid protagonist. Despite their differences, the two become a couple. It also deals with issues of prejudice and segregation, as the main couple are forbidden by society from being together. In a stunning act of progressiveness, the comic has a predominantly-gay cast of characters.

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