Grumpy Cat & Pokey #3 – Series Finale Review & Comic Guide
Genre
🐱 Comedy, Slice-of-Life, Sci-Fi Parody
Main Characters
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Grumpy Cat – The perpetually displeased feline with an eye-roll for every occasion.
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Pokey – Grumpy’s optimistic, fun-loving sibling who often drags her into chaotic escapades.
Writer
✍️ The final issue features stories penned by a trio of creative talents:
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Ben Fisher
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Elliott R. Serrano
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Ben McCool
Each writer brings a unique voice to the sibling duo’s final comic appearances, blending dry wit with absurd humor.
Artist
🎨 The illustrations are vibrant and expressive, with artists:
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Ken Haeser
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Steve Uy
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Michelle Nguyen
Their art styles range from cartoonishly exaggerated to sleek and sci-fi-infused, matching the tone of each story perfectly.
Editor Details
📝 Edited by Rich Young, who has overseen the series with a consistent vision, ensuring the tone stayed true to the internet’s favorite grump.
Publisher and Brand
🏢 Dynamite Entertainment, under their All-Ages label, published this issue, continuing their legacy of turning viral icons into comic stars.
Release Year
📅 2016
Brief Plot Summary
Grumpy Cat & Pokey #3 brings the curtain down on the sarcastic saga of the feline duo with three standalone stories:
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“Treat or Cheat?” – When the siblings discover their precious kitty snacks are missing, they launch a dramatic (and overly suspicious) investigation full of absurd accusations and hilarious misunderstandings. 🕵️♀️🍖
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“Grumpy Art” – Pokey drags Grumpy into an art competition, but their drastically different creative styles lead to explosive (and messy) results. Expect moody masterpieces and fur-covered canvases. 🎨😾
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“Visitors from the Meow-terverse” – In the strangest twist yet, aliens arrive on Earth with a mysterious interest in Grumpy. Pokey’s excited; Grumpy... isn’t. Beam up the snark! 👽🚀
Notable Arcs or Storylines
🧵 While each story stands alone, themes of sibling rivalry, unexpected teamwork, and Grumpy’s eternal disdain for... well, everything, tie the comic together into a satisfying finale. This issue is also notable for its absurdist take on sci-fi tropes.
Fan Theories or Interpretations
💭 Some fans speculate that the alien visitors may be symbolic of how viral fame thrust Grumpy into the spotlight—an outsider in a world that expects her to smile. Others believe “Grumpy Art” is a sly meta-commentary on commercialized creativity vs. authentic self-expression.
Review Summary
⭐ Final Verdict: A light-hearted and visually engaging close to a quirky and charming series. The writing is crisp and self-aware, with each creative team capturing the essence of Grumpy and Pokey’s dynamic. While the plots are simple, they shine through clever dialogue and expressive artwork. Grumpy’s gruff exterior and Pokey’s relentless positivity make for a timeless comedic duo. Perfect for all ages, especially fans of meme culture and classic buddy humor.
🎉 A paw-sitively fun send-off for the feline icons!
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