he realized that something was wrong with him

Have you or someone you know noticed dark, velvety patches of skin on the back of the neck or under the arms? While it may look like a buildup of dirt, this skin change could be a sign of an underlying health issue — one that shouldn’t be ignored. This condition is known as Acanthosis…

The sky over the small coastal town was a bruised purple, heavy with the promise of a deluge that would eventually wash away the remaining heat of summer. Twenty years ago, on a night much like that one, I found myself navigating the treacherous curves of the old county highway. I was young then, exhausted…

This is a short animated webcomic episode titled “Shade of Memories” (Episode 1), created by Darkbox, KS, and Tomato, originally released in 2020. It’s a very emotional, dark twist on the classic “spoiled rich girl vs. poor people” trope. Story Summary / Explanation (panel by panel): Opening: A cute, spoiled-looking little girl with a big…