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Unified Architectonic

Usage of a perspective grid to structure panels (more…)

Run-On Lettering

Lettering that runs-on, often past the edges of the balloon or panel. (more…)

Tell-Tale Balloon

A speech balloon drawn in the shape of an object or being. (more…)

Balloon tag

Icons (Tags) used to connect a disembodied balloon to a speaker. (more…)

Manicule

A pointer, usually a hand, emanating from or pointing towards a caption box that serves to highlight part of the narrative or add to it, although it is not literally part of the narrative. (more…)

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