One Year of Punko // Your Thoughts + Support me by ChokoDonkey < Journal

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Locutus

2 years, 7 months ago

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I like the slightly darker tone of this story, altough some of them really got me worried about the artist :3

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Locutus

Glad you like the comics, and thanks again for the nice tip.
Also, I can somehow relate to Punko, but his life isn't copy-pasted from mine, if that's what got you worried.

Locutus

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ ChokoDonkey

Hmm no, it's more the very detailed and life-like representation of a depression that got me slightly worried...i'm not sure if one could express this so well without having their own experience...

"	I don't want to beg for money, though I slowly emptied the cash I saved as I worked full time on my comics

I know monetizing punko would be slightly ironic, but you could sell slots for background characters that don't have anything to do with the story. Would probably not be much, but in scenes that play in parks or nightclubs it might be cool to recognize people^^

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Locutus

Ahh okay then, well as I said, I can relate to him at some point. Though, when I look at the comics overall, I don't feel like that depression has been implied too many times. But maybe it's just my view on the topic that is biased.

Also, yeah it would be pretty ironic indeed and I already thought about doing something just like you suggested, but I always prefered to have full control on the details of my pics. The idea is still interesting though

tailgat

2 years, 7 months ago

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honestly, the only useful(?) thing i can write here is (possibly) an advice:

"	I've opened a Ko-Fi

maybe doesn't goes along well with

"	I've lost a non-negligible part of my audience

so, IF this is bothering you,
perhaps you can consider slowing the pace of punko's episodes and re-gaining watchers.
- - - -
regarding punko's adventures, i have already complimented and positively-commented your work.
only thing i can add; be assured about the quality of your writing skills , the topics, the mood and feelings of this little big saga.

keep on being awesome.

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ tailgat

Well, it's just that I kinda lost interest into drawing pronz lately, so I prefer focus on my comics, even though that means losing part of my audience.

Thank you very much for your regular support and your kind compliments, super appreciated

LegendaryKay

2 years, 7 months ago

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I look forward to every comic of Punko and I will continue watching you forever for them. I’ll definitely try to support your Ko-Fi when I can. Also not going to lie, I want to see Jimmy’s dong non-canonically x3

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ LegendaryKay

Aaaww thank you so much ^^

I really dunno if I'll draw nsfw pics with Jimmy though, even non-canon stuff

rnixon

2 years, 7 months ago

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To be completely honest, I only read the first few. I just find the format of the comic to be really hard to read.

I haven't unwatched because every artist goes through periods of posting stuff I don't particularly like, and don't want to miss something I will like when it gets posted.

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ rnixon

Oh well, thanks for keeping in your watch-list though.

Do you mean that the speech bubbles placement make the comics confusing to read? I tried to improve that aspect though

rnixon

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ ChokoDonkey

It's just the sheer vertical-ness of it.

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ rnixon

Ah I see, you know you can display higher resolution by clicking on the pic though? So you don't have to zoom in/out constantly

rnixon

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ ChokoDonkey

Oh I know, I just don't care for the vertical-scroll comic layout. It just bugs me. I dunno why.

Farrel

2 years, 7 months ago

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Ehh, when you note that the story's not to everyone's tastes? Yeah, I admit that kinda applies to me, in that I've seen folks, heck, I know folks now who are either unwilling or unable to use the help that they have, or have problems that just keep pulling them back down to self damaging habits.

I don't like it, but it's important to tell stories where things do go badly. It hurts to watch, and I'm sure I'm not alone in wanting to lend a helping hand in getting a donko to a place where he can focus a little more on the positive, but hey, it's a ride!

Keep doing what you're doing! If people don't like aspects of your story but you're still bringing them back for more? You're doing it right!

So yeah :) If I hit a spot in my life where I can afford to throw a bit of funds your way, I'd love to, but right now money is -very- tight... If you'd be interested, I could offer to proof read for you? There are occasionally errors in your English :) (But you're way better in English than I am in any other language ;) )

Lastly, congrats for your anniversairy! I'll drink to that! (Although it might just be tea) May there be many more!

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Farrel

Ahh I had no idea that the story wasn't your cup of tea, do you still enjoy the comics though?

And thanks for the support and offer, I already have a few persons who help me regularly as for the dialogues, but I certainly don't mind about additionnal help, feel free to send me your telegram via PMs if you use that app

Farrel

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ ChokoDonkey

I really do still like the comics ;) To the point that it's something I check back for pretty much every day. And whilst I don't like the themes of drug and alcohol abuse to the point of collapse, they are important to the story... It's important to keep the contrast of the darker side of things, that there are consequences to this kind of lifestyle and that our hero is very aware of them... (And worryingly enthusiastic?)

You've given Punky Chocko depth with this story and made him someone we care about. He's quick witted, charming and very good at what he does, but he's also hurting and very skilled at chasing what he wants but avoiding what he needs... and because he's caught in his situation, wallowing in it and being charming as he does so, but he's not outright rejecting folks who (hopefully) have his better interests in mind? Yeah :) -GOOD- Writing.

Keep going :) You're on to a good thing. What I don't like is that I know people in a situation similar to our hero, and I'm pretty much powerless to help them. It's painful to see... I'm scared for the life and safety of a (hopefully) fictional character that I do like.

So yeah, I don't like where the story is going... But I do -love- the comic. ;)

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Farrel

Ohh okay I see what you mean then, glad you like the comics and that you feel some kind of emotional investment for the characters. Not sure that Punko has already shown much enthusiasm about the bad sides of his lifestyle though.

Thanks a lot for your nice comment, you have a pretty clear view on the situation and characters.

Olbaid

2 years, 7 months ago

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I must admit I look forward to each of Punko's updates and enjoy the creativity of the comic.

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Olbaid

Oh well you've been a pretty discreet fan, but thanks for showing yourself hehe, and thank you so much for the amazing tip <3

InProgress

2 years, 7 months ago

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I am in love with the Punko~
I love the story and the concept of the comic.
And your style and quality of your art are fantastic too.
Keep up the awesome work ma dude

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ InProgress

Aaww thank you so much for your kindness bud, much appreciated ^^

Alfador

2 years, 7 months ago

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Have fun with Tears of the Kingdom >:3

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Alfador

Thanks, I hope it's gonna be as nice as the previous game

jackdoe720

2 years, 7 months ago

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I freaking love Choko. He's cute and quirky and slutty in all the most adorable ways. I like that although he's definitely a victim of circumstance, he's neither a downer nor obnoxiously optimistic. He also somehow manages to be both irreverent and respectful at the same time. I want to cuddle him and then do horrible things to him... that he'd probably love. XD

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ jackdoe720

Thank you very much, you summarized the character quite well hehe, don't forget to prepare some cash if you wanna do horrible things to Punko though :>

jackdoe720

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ ChokoDonkey

Of course... He needs another bottle of vodka to keep him company (or five), and who am I to deny him? XD

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ jackdoe720

Good, I see that you know the character pretty well hehe

mobkiller

2 years, 7 months ago

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I´m always looking forward to new bits of Punko ^w^

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ mobkiller

Hehe thanks, glad you do ^^

WozWerth

2 years, 7 months ago

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I think it's been a great journey! And a unique way of exploring topic and discussion.

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ WozWerth

Thank you very much bud c:

Lnarra214

2 years, 7 months ago

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I'm enjoying it, the Punko stories are cute, but a lil dark. very much looking forward to seeing more of the story. Do hope he has a happy ending ahead of him tho.

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Lnarra214

Thanks a lot man, you'll have to wait some time to see the ending though, there gonna be a bunch of episodes until then

Lnarra214

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ ChokoDonkey

No complaints here~!

scaurus

2 years, 7 months ago

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I'm really enjoying the Punko posts! The tension between light-hearted and serious elements in the story is compelling. I like your regular NSFW art, but I look forward to new Punko pages.

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ scaurus

Thanks a bunch dude, sorry for the lack of nsfw stuff but glad you also like my comic thingies :>

Finbabyfur

2 years, 7 months ago

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I'd like to see the softer side of punko more as he is really cute :)

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Finbabyfur

What do you mean by softer side though?

Finbabyfur

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ ChokoDonkey

Well typically he gets into various situations where he ends up having bad times, but then there are those climpses of nice and softer time.. like his mother :)

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Finbabyfur

Hmm I see, well you'll see various sides of Punko through the time, can't tell much ^^;;

Trep

2 years, 7 months ago

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I've really enjoyed the comics CD. Looking forward to more from you. Tipped!

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Trep

Thanks a lot for the tip, and glad you enjoy the comics that much c:

TheAtomicDog

2 years, 7 months ago

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I'm cool with Punko's odyssey. The scroll-o-rama format is unusual, but I myself have no problems with it. And I'm not unfamiliar with guys like Punko, so I have that background investment as well.
Do proceed, when it's time to pick it up again.

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ TheAtomicDog

Yeah I'm not too fan of cropped pics/panels, that's why I'm doing such scroll-o-rama comics instead of the usual comic pages style. Glad you like Punko's story though :>

KNIFE

2 years, 7 months ago

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Punko's story is one of my favorite things here and even if I don't always
comment trust me I read everyone in due time! Frankly I wouldn't change
anything you're doing but if you need to take a break I totally understand.
Your comic and Punko himself are worth waiting for. :D

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ KNIFE

Aaww thank you so much, it's very flattering.
Well, it's not that I 'need' a break, but I haven't played games since a while and I'm fan of Zelda series, so yeah x3

SiriousStar

2 years, 7 months ago

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although Ifo enjoy the nsfw stuff, I started watching/following (or whateveryou callit on IB) because of the comics

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ SiriousStar

Oh wow that means a lot to me, thank you :>

Goldy

2 years, 7 months ago

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Recently I thought to myself that your comic was very good, both the art and the writing, so this journal is a good opportunity to tell it to you ^^

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Goldy

Thank you very much for you kindness bud ^^

Trinnean

2 years, 7 months ago

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Congratulations on a year of comic practice! It has been fun getting to meet Choko. It is rare that I find anything I read to have some emotional depth and your work just swims in it. 💕

I love your comics and hate that I am so invested in a character who I am terribly worried for and I do not know what kind of a donk' they even are and I just...really look forward to the next one. 💕

Cheers to another good year.

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 7 months ago

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@ Trinnean

Thanks a bunch, means a lot to me that you can find some emotional depth into my comics.

And glad you feel invested in the characters and story

Lensbrek

2 years, 6 months ago

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It's a little dark sure, but I think it makes the times he's happy, truly happy shine through all the more. I want to see my cutie succeed. 💕

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 5 months ago

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@ Lensbrek

Yeah I see what you mean, and thanks for the kind words :>

Jastam

2 years, 5 months ago

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Edited 2 years, 5 months ago by Owner

As cute and sexy as I find Choko to be, Punko is not for me, but that doesn't mean I think you should stop. Allow me to elaborate a sec. First off, these days I generally pop into Inkbunny only for that-thing-most-people-do-while-looking-at-this-site-but-some-people-find-it-rude-to-acknowledge. I never want to offend an artist I respect, so I won't be too graphic about my single-player gaming, but it's usually why I'm on Inkbunny. That, cute pics of characters I like, and OCCASIONALLY someone will write something so sentimental and uplifting that I forget I have a libido at all. Regardless, physically or emotionally, I'm here to feel good so i generally steer clear of any crying, suicidal, depression-driven vent art stuff (it makes the job I'm here to carry out much harder.... Or the opposite of that, rather... Okay, I'll stop).

Secondly, and this is entirely on me and something I can only admit under the protection of internet anonymity, when we were in our teens my brother was friends with A LOT of boys in the punk scene. He was very charismatic and in a band so he knew a whooooole bunch of them that would occasionally stop by the house or even sleepover. Universally, ALL of them smelled like they had given up on bathing when they turned 8. I'm sure it's not true of every punk teen everywhere, but it was true of all of them that I met growing up and they say scent is the strongest sense tied to memory. So, unfortunately (and I'm really not exaggerating here), when I see a character with a heavy punk aesthetic I get this mixture of various phantom body odor scents in my head. No judgement for those that are into that, but it's definitely not my thing.

All that said, I am a FIRM believer that the MOST important thing a creator should do with their characters is what they want to do. Even if NO ONE liked Punko I would still encourage you to do Punko content if that's what felt right to you and that's what made you happy. There's so much in life we all have no control over. Creators should at least get to see their babies the way they want to, doing what their heart desires. I can see from this comment section alone that Punko has plenty of support, and I hope you see it too! Live that life that makes you happiest, my friend. Whether it's vent art, wish fulfillment, a need to break from the norm, or whatever your reasons for Punko coming into existence if that's bringing you even a bit of satisfaction or peace then heck yeah! Keep at it! Here's to another year!

ChokoDonkey

2 years, 4 months ago

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@ Jastam

Wow now that was an elaborated reply, thanks for the time you put into this.

Yeah, I totally get that this is not the stuff most people look for when they wander around furry sites, and I accepted consequences like losing audience/followers and such. I could have went with a classical love story full of sex scenes and give people what they want, but that's mostly what I've done in the past years and I needed to work on something more unusual and personal, hence why I created a very different version of Choko.

Haha you're not the first person wondering about that, and one future comic will clarify this, but I can promise you that Punko smells good actually and showers everyday, not only because of his "job", but also because he still has some kind of respect for himself and for others, if that makes sense?

Thanks for your encouraging words, despite of you not being totally fond of this series, and yeah I'm having fun with it, otherwise I wouldn't spent so much time working on those comics, and trust me, they take way more time to create than anything else I've provided until now, even if they receive way less attention than the pronz stuff I draw, it still feels more satisfying to me.

Also, on a last note, not every episodes are that depressing (to me at least xD), most of them have a certain emphasis toward humor, I can show you some example, if you don't feel like checking them one by one.

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