House of Paulus – LXX

“House of Paulus” is set in the world of FVLMINATA, a parallel history of Rome where the empire uses firearms to expand its boundaries.

The End. (Of this story, anyway!) :D


Discussion (38) ¬

  1. Mass

    Bravo sir!!

    Ive enjoyed every panel!

  2. Korafrax

    I started reading this during the gap between the 10 Doctors and Forever Janette but it’s gone and become just as important. :D

    Terrific job!

  3. pappy h

    Ah, “the play is over” (Augustus’ last words?).

    Really enjoyed Paulus, Rich. Like Korafrax I started reading when I stumbled upon TTD and was immediately sucked into the story. I look forward to new tales in the future. :-)

  4. Cleverest Name

    (applause)

    brilliant job!!

  5. ghost2502

    *standing ovation*
    So, whats next? Any plans beyond finishing “forever Janette” Rich???

  6. Countess

    (more applause)

    Great story! I look forward to more.

    And those mortals only THINK they took care of it themselves. Venus (it’s Venus, right?) looks pissed in the last panel. I hope she gets her due, otherwise there may be trouble.

  7. searingdestiny

    wow awesome! :O

    she looks scary! :(

    amazing *applaud* :)

    that was fantastic rich! :D

  8. the other dave

    Huzzah!

  9. Hilary

    Ghost: I don’t think he’ll mind if I spill that he’s got more stories in mind than he can choose between, for both universes. Car trips back and forth from work are often spent discussing options! Even I don’t know which ones he’ll settle on for next in line, but rest assured he’ll keep drawing them as long as folks keep reading and commenting. (The feedback has been wonderful – thank you all for participating in our little corner of Teh Intarwebz!)

  10. Mark

    I may not comment as much as I did during T10D, but rest assured I am here and still enjoying every page!

  11. EricInWisconsin

    Ummm, no offense, Rich, but weren’t Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock supposed to show up and use logic to destroy the computer that secretly runs this whole Romanesque society, after Kirk had bedded a couple of 60’s-looking Roman babes?

    Or am I thinking of something else? :)

    Seriously, BRAVO! I loved every panel, as I always do… You’re a master, sir.

  12. Koki

    Dun dun dun!

    Brilliant :) *applaudes* I really do hope there will be another saga soon in the near future..?

  13. Os

    Whoa, i’m shocked and stunned this one’s over, but some good news is implied: More Forever Janette! Whoo hoo!

  14. Telepwen

    EricInWisconsin: They only televised a couple of babes. In reality, he bedded every one of them, and that’s how he won.

    But as for the comic: I add to the standing ovation. As was said earlier, I started reading this as filler between Ten Doctors and Forever Janette, but as it progressed, I found myself looking forward to it more and more. Fabulous comic!

    (And do I sense another episode coming on? This one seems episodic, which is good, because then it can go on forever!)

  15. violinvictory

    now that this story is over, will there be a steady stream of Forever Janette pages, or are you drawing up a new story for this universe this very minute?

  16. The Archon

    Plaudite!

    Er, let’s try that again.

    *Applauds*

    There we go!

  17. kittystitcher

    Looks like the Goddess had to step in to make sure everything came up roses… very nice! I loved it.

    I look forward to any new stories, from any of your ‘Verses! And I’ll keep reading Forever Janette, of course ;)

  18. Jonathan

    Bravo! So, I know this came up in T10D discussion, but has Rich ever thought of publishing THIS? I mean, there really are no references to the FVLMINATA universe other than that one page with a guard with a rifle, which really had no bearing on the plot. I know I would buy one. :)

    Otherwise, I am content to read this online :D

  19. The Creeping Spleen

    I suppose a more free translation of ACTA EST FABULA would be “That’s all, folks!” :D

    I’d love to see more of Paulus and the gang. Keep up the good work Rich. :)

  20. Hilary

    Jonathan: Things are in the works! We’re in the middle of trying to get the YAFGC book laid out, but once some things have settled down here in meatspace we have our eye on the prize here as well.

  21. JustAWanderer

    Um … OK.
    Seemed a little sudden, if you ask me. But then, I guess everyone gets a happy ending, don’t they?
    (cue “Don’t Stop Believing”)
    (Looks up from bowl of onion rings)
    (Cut to black)

  22. erisianmonkey

    Kind of sorry to see this story end. Good place for it though. Thanks Rich, always look forward to your stuff every day!

  23. Virginia

    Bravo! I don’t comment much, but I have thoroughly enjoyed Paulus as much as I did The 10 Doctors and am enjoying Janette. Keep up the good work, and I hope to see Demetrius, Midna and Safia in the future.

  24. DaTechguy

    This strip didn’t seem to me the type that would show a hard ending to a storyline.

    But very good looking forward to more

  25. KatyaR

    Oh, with Anitia joining the witches- on top of Paulus still being unattached- I don’t doubt this is just a chapter stop. :) Looking forward to seeing more of the FVLMINATA gang.

  26. Maki P

    What does the text means? Something about a fable or an act (I speak spanish, but latin is still a bit far)

  27. Anita

    Aw, and I wanted to see what I, I mean Anitia, would have done to the witches!!!

    a.

  28. Lord President Lundar

    Cue dramatic music: dun dun duuuuuuunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn. :-)

  29. Selphie Trabia

    Awww, now that it’s over… sad!

    I really was enjoying House of Paulus. I hope that there will be more stuff in the same universe in the future..

  30. Rich

    The caption “Acta Est Fabula” means “The drama is played out.” Like at the end of a play.

  31. nievesg

    Yes! “La Fabula ha sido actuada” literally translating into Spanish (”actuacion finalizada” in modern Spanish).
    Good job Rich! The ending was a bit sudden, but there are open story arcs for future strips, so can we hope to read future Fvlminata stories some day? I’ve become a real fond of Paolus’ story! Actually, even more than the Doctors’ (and I started reading your work due to the 10 docs!).
    Well, and I’m enjoying Forever Jeanette-I’m a fan of both Dr. Who and Forever Knight!

  32. Makkabee

    Bene! Optime!

    I really enjoyed “House of Paulus.” If you do decide to do more stories set in this universe, Rich, you’ll make me a very happy boy.

  33. garnerhaines

    Loved it!

  34. Rich

    I do have plans to do more House of Paulus comics. I’ve got a few more stories planned. I just want to get a few things done and out of the way before I start up again.

  35. WhoRU?

    Good stuff, Rich. throughly enjoyed it.

  36. Romanadvoratrelundar

    *sniffle* That was.. beautiful.. :D

  37. John

    this was a damn good storyline, you got a real talent there.

    thank you for sharing this with me, but also thank you for ending it just the same, as I like doctor who better personally. (I’m likely biased in that area, I’m a huge fan).
    But still, it was hilarious.

  38. Lily Knotwise

    I enjoyed that quite thoroughly, I guess I’m not a fan of your Doctor Who comics only. :D Looking forward to seeing more of House of Paulus.

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