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Some comics are funny because they capture everyday life with uncomfortable accuracy, while others succeed by throwing logic completely out the window. John Reynolds combines both approaches, turning familiar situations into absurd scenarios that somehow feel just believable enough to be comedic. His intentionally minimalist drawing style keeps the reader’s attention firmly on the dialogue, timing, and unexpected punchline. We previously introduced Bored Panda readers to Reynolds’ witty one-panel comics, and this new collection offers plenty more of the dry humor and clever misdirection in more standard multi-panel comic form.

Reynolds’ comics can feature just about anyone or anything. And no topic appears to be off-limits. Relationships, religion, therapy, courtroom drama, classic horror, and everyday frustrations all become material for Reynolds’ distinctive brand of comedy. The simple visuals leave plenty of room for the reader’s imagination, allowing even the most ridiculous premises to land with surprising effectiveness.

Scroll down to read the comics, and let us know which ones were your favorites in the comments.

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    #3

    An absurdly funny cartoon showing a night terror demon surprising a sleeping man, then revealing a humorous origin.

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    Andrew Keir
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mortality is one thing, but potential incontinence is definitely worse ...

    #4

    Funny cartoon: A shark and pilot fish discuss life, lemons, and digestive issues in an absurdly funny way.

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    GenuineJen
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    3 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How was the shark able to isolate which one of those gave them diarrhea??

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    #5

    Funny cartoon: Eldon sits on a park bench, talking about his therapist and crying with birds nearby.

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    Andrew Keir
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    2 days ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Settle a bet - is Doctor Doolittle here an animal therapist or a human one?

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    #6

    Funny cartoons featuring hotel ghosts, showcasing the absurd humor of everyday life in a creative way.

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    NightOwlPanda
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    3 days ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here before BP censors the punch line. But too many of these are censored, and it's too big a pain in the rear to bother to read them. Nice work, BP.

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    #7

    An absurdly funny cartoon strip where a wolfman and a werewolf transform after biting each other.

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    Andrew Keir
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    2 days ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, you are - now. Which presumably excuses the slight dangle ?

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    #14

    Absurdly funny cartoons featuring Uncle Eyepatch burying Toby up to his neck for a pun, making him feel grounded.

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    sturmwesen
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    3 days ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    good thing we can't read curses ... they are way worse than p**n"stars" with megagangbangs and golden showers. /s

    #15

    Absurdly funny cartoons where Uncle Eyepatch discusses anime and Dragon Balls with a friend for a nephew's birthday.

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    Andrew Keir
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Uncle Eyepatch has too many memories and way too little self-restraint

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    #18

    Absurdly funny cartoons illustrating a Late Show writer's funny diary comic, a rejected sketch, and a therapy session.

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    Andrew Keir
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just limiting your expectations, dear. One hope at a time.

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