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CARL
Carl is a robot psychiatrist that suddenly becomes sentient. He starts longing to be human but his creator and father figure Dr Alda prevents him from showing his feelings out of fear of losing him. More challenges arise when Alda’s arch nemesis sets out to destroy them both.
URL: http://www.webtoons.com/en/comedy/car...
URL: http://www.webtoons.com/en/comedy/car...
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First published November 6, 2017
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October 15, 2019
This is such a humorous webtoon that is also touching as well. It deals with the bonds/relationship we have in life and how bitter enemies can become cherished friends.
June 14, 2021
A quick, quirky, and quaint webtoon that is a great way to pass the time. Filled with little moments of comedy and heartfelt moments. It's no wonder why Carl has claimed the hearts of so many.
September 10, 2019
I was surprised by the depth this webtoon took on after the initial comical and lighthearted episodes that were uploaded. It dealt so well with the question of what makes humanity "human" and could the definition possibly be broad enough to include something other than humanity, say... a sentient robot. I'm not saying it shouldn't, #RobotsRights but what constitutes as human?
Intelligence.
Sentience and free thought.
Emotion and attachments.
Relationships.
And it's all explored so beautifully in the comic. By the end, the only thing separating Carl and his siblings from humankind is the fact that their physical forms are mechanical while ours are organic. The inside was pretty much the same. They thought like a human would- Carl as a sympathetic therapist, Two as a free-spirited youth, and Oreo as a highly intelligent narcissist; they felt like humans would- deeply and wholly; and they behaved and reacted as humans do- just read the webtoon already.
The simple art style might deceive you into taking the comic too lightly at first, but I think that was the entire point. The reader was not dazzled with the art and tricked into thinking the story was better than it was (which, I love both btw) but came to appreciate it as I think a comic should be- a story supplemented and supported by it's artwork and illustrations.
Intelligence.
Sentience and free thought.
Emotion and attachments.
Relationships.
And it's all explored so beautifully in the comic. By the end, the only thing separating Carl and his siblings from humankind is the fact that their physical forms are mechanical while ours are organic. The inside was pretty much the same. They thought like a human would- Carl as a sympathetic therapist, Two as a free-spirited youth, and Oreo as a highly intelligent narcissist; they felt like humans would- deeply and wholly; and they behaved and reacted as humans do- just read the webtoon already.
The simple art style might deceive you into taking the comic too lightly at first, but I think that was the entire point. The reader was not dazzled with the art and tricked into thinking the story was better than it was (which, I love both btw) but came to appreciate it as I think a comic should be- a story supplemented and supported by it's artwork and illustrations.
July 26, 2018
Carl is a sentient robot who works as a psychologist. Humans, as usual, demonize the presence of robots because of the possibility of them becoming the greater beings than us. Yet, with all of the doubts and protests against Carl, his brother Two and Dr. Alda, they responded with the kindness evil humans doesn't deserve.
The story started out as something adorable, as something funny and witty. Some episodes were so realistically sad it made me cry. The story tells more than just that though. It portrayed the reality and horrors of how the media creates the news. It also showed how people easily jump to conclusions without a thorough understanding and how innocent people can be affected if placed in a situation like Carl's.
Furthermore, the art is simple yet superb! It reminds me of The Adventure Time. It's so cute.
While the season 2 is ongoing on webtoon, finishing season 1 was very satisfying. I had a lot of fun reading it and there was no ounce of boredom that I have ever felt while reading the book. All I ever felt was:
The story started out as something adorable, as something funny and witty. Some episodes were so realistically sad it made me cry. The story tells more than just that though. It portrayed the reality and horrors of how the media creates the news. It also showed how people easily jump to conclusions without a thorough understanding and how innocent people can be affected if placed in a situation like Carl's.
Furthermore, the art is simple yet superb! It reminds me of The Adventure Time. It's so cute.
While the season 2 is ongoing on webtoon, finishing season 1 was very satisfying. I had a lot of fun reading it and there was no ounce of boredom that I have ever felt while reading the book. All I ever felt was:
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April 2, 2021Do you ever just find a book and just read it and have an amazing time and suddenly realize you are in too deep?
Well, that happened here. I absolutely expected carl to be a sentient robot who is also a psychiatrist and treats people. Boy, was I wrong. There was much more. I got loving families, friends, memories and character developments. The story flows so naturally because it's extremely well written. I love Carl and his family. I love how a few people became a family and made friends of their own. I love how they grew and helped each other grow. I am part of this family now. This legit swept me off my feet. And now I stalk the author on Instagram.
Well, that happened here. I absolutely expected carl to be a sentient robot who is also a psychiatrist and treats people. Boy, was I wrong. There was much more. I got loving families, friends, memories and character developments. The story flows so naturally because it's extremely well written. I love Carl and his family. I love how a few people became a family and made friends of their own. I love how they grew and helped each other grow. I am part of this family now. This legit swept me off my feet. And now I stalk the author on Instagram.
November 13, 2019
I've read everything available for this webcomic. I'm not sure if it's officially over. It's presented in seasons and it ends with the season 2 ending and it's so bittersweet. The whole webcomic is heartwarming and tragic and wonderful. Traboulsi manages to make the robots feel both different from human but also beautifully human. I can accept the end if its truly over because it's a good ending but I don't want it to be over.
January 25, 2018
This series is surprisingly deep and incredibly enjoyable.
October 30, 2019
Synopsis: CARL primarily centers around the titular robot psychiatrist as he attempts to gain trust and acceptance in society as an equal after his creator/father, Alda, installs a software causing CARL to become sentient.
My Thoughts: CARL has come to become my second favorite webcomic on the website Webtoon (after Dr. Frost) and for a bloody right reason. For me, reading through it was similar to embarking on a perilous journey up a tall, steep mountain. From a distance, it seems like a goofy absurdist comic about the title character's droll day-to-day encounters with his oddball patients due to the somewhat misleading 'comedy' label and simplistic art style. Granted, there're chapters which do focus on the more light-hearted and humorous side of CARL's profession. However, it's merely a small portion of the entire picture which a complex story which challenges our deeply ingrained preconceived notions of what it means to be 'human' as we witness our protagonist overcome prejudice and enmity towards him and moments of anxiety, bliss, frustration, and tragedy in his endeavors to be seen as an equal. Throughout the tale, we also see the disturbing influence mass media can have on people's views and how it can be used to spread propaganda engendering fear and paranoia among the general populace as it did here where the news outlet CARL goes on an interview on in one chapter tries to cash in and exploit people's intimidation of artificial intelligence by deliberately twisting CARL's words. Returning back to my mountain analogy, during the course of climbing through the archives of this comic, we, the readers, start putting ourselves in the main characters' shoes and begin feeling the same joy and melancholy they feel to the point of wanting to give up expedition because how heavy-handed it is. However, with mettle, we manage to continue ascending until we reach the summit where we give a breath of relief and satisfaction for making it to the end.
Final Thoughts: CARL is a stellar webcomic worth the read for anyone for something with challenging themes and an engaging plot.
Note: While the URL above in the blurb contains season 1 and 2, season 3 is currently being released on the Canvas (previous known as Discover) part of webtoons which can be accessed using the link below:
https://www.webtoons.com/en/challenge...
My Thoughts: CARL has come to become my second favorite webcomic on the website Webtoon (after Dr. Frost) and for a bloody right reason. For me, reading through it was similar to embarking on a perilous journey up a tall, steep mountain. From a distance, it seems like a goofy absurdist comic about the title character's droll day-to-day encounters with his oddball patients due to the somewhat misleading 'comedy' label and simplistic art style. Granted, there're chapters which do focus on the more light-hearted and humorous side of CARL's profession. However, it's merely a small portion of the entire picture which a complex story which challenges our deeply ingrained preconceived notions of what it means to be 'human' as we witness our protagonist overcome prejudice and enmity towards him and moments of anxiety, bliss, frustration, and tragedy in his endeavors to be seen as an equal. Throughout the tale, we also see the disturbing influence mass media can have on people's views and how it can be used to spread propaganda engendering fear and paranoia among the general populace as it did here where the news outlet CARL goes on an interview on in one chapter tries to cash in and exploit people's intimidation of artificial intelligence by deliberately twisting CARL's words. Returning back to my mountain analogy, during the course of climbing through the archives of this comic, we, the readers, start putting ourselves in the main characters' shoes and begin feeling the same joy and melancholy they feel to the point of wanting to give up expedition because how heavy-handed it is. However, with mettle, we manage to continue ascending until we reach the summit where we give a breath of relief and satisfaction for making it to the end.
Final Thoughts: CARL is a stellar webcomic worth the read for anyone for something with challenging themes and an engaging plot.
Note: While the URL above in the blurb contains season 1 and 2, season 3 is currently being released on the Canvas (previous known as Discover) part of webtoons which can be accessed using the link below:
https://www.webtoons.com/en/challenge...
December 15, 2021
bonus points for nerdiness, but sub par art, predictable plot, and hasty conclusion. oh there's a season two? eh
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