Goths often are comic book geeks or have mated with one. Their interest in comics predates their gothness. Parents should be wary of small children interested in comics, as these are a gateway drug. Certain comics, such as Archie & Jughead, should not cause alarm. Comic books with actual comedy are not an early warning sign of gothdom. However, if you hear the words “graphic novel” from your child, move to an isolated ranch in Wyoming immediately and cancel all internet access. Watchmen, V for Vendetta, The Crow, The Sandman, Death the High Cost of Living and any Frank Miller books are red flags that you have a future goth on your hands. Or at the very least, someone who is unlikely to move out after they turn 18.
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Astute observation, I remember a lot of friends from when I was semi-Dark (Which I prefer to ‘poseur’, despite the fact I was one) being into graphic novels. Probably attracted to the visual because of the subculture’s interest in appearance.
At any rate, an interest in graphic novels doesn’t necessarily mean that a kid will turn into “a fan”, they might grow up to be Tim Burton, or any number of famous oddballs, with or without colored hair.
But do watch that internet access, and you might want to limit how much incense they can use in the house.
-Mnkyking
Ya I remember being Death from the Sandman comic books for Halloween about 3 years before I got into the goth scene….definitely a sign!
omg, nobody said Spawn!?
The term “graphic novel” is only for people that are too scared to admit they are an adult that reads comic books. Don’t give in to perceived social judgement and call them comic books like they really are.