Being a college student can be very overwhelming with studying, going to class, and taking exams. But sometimes it’s good to take a minute for yourself and put your mind towards something else other than your textbooks. Some students create art or maybe watch a few episodes of "Black Mirror" on Netflix.
But one of my favorite ways to destress is reading webtoons or webcomics. Webtoons are basically comic books or manga that are originally created for the online community. Specifically, I’m talking about an app called “Webtoon” created by LINE, a South Korean company. Not all of the creators on this app are well-known or distinguished artists. The app actually encourages amateur artists to submit their work and possibly get recognition.
Last year, “Webtoon” even had a booth in New York Comic Con and invited some of the artists to be a part of the convention.
After classes or whenever I have free time, I like to pull out my phone, go to the app and see if any of my favorite comics were updated or discover something new depending on my mood that day. So here are the top five webcomics I enjoy.
1. My Giant Nerd Boyfriend
It's an adorable yet hilarious slice of life comic about the writer's day to day life with her extremely tall and nerdy boyfriend. It's nice to see how the couple's major height difference affects their life but at the same time relatable to those who can understand being in a relationship.
2. unOrdinary
It's a storyline that brings up the themes of hierarchy and societal standards through a world where humans are gifted with powers, but some aren't as lucky to receive these gifts (also known as "handicapped") and must go through life while others use their abilities to maintain control.
3. Bluechair
Even if you never heard of this comic, you have definitely seen panels of it scrolling through Facebook or from that one friend who tags you in all of the funny memes. This comic is completely random with no storyline but the artist dives into topics like being an artist, depression, or anxiety and finds ways to make it funny.
4. Assassin Roommate
What would you do if you discovered that you moved in with a top secret agent? This comic is full of action but tells the story of the romantic relationship between an assassin and their roommate.
5. My Boo
This comic will pull directly at your heartstrings as you explore the world of a woman who can see ghosts and tries everything in her power to avoid them. But she soon discovers that she might have to confront her gift after meeting a handsome ghost who refuses to move on.
