Noideaforaname wrote:It's very strange an alien would suddenly become obsessed with the culture of a planet he's never even been on. It's even stranger that, upon somehow viewing literally everything that other species ever created within just a few short weeks, said alien only ever seems to reference an incredibly tiny, contemporary, dare say hipster pool of works. Doesn't matter if it's British or American or any other nationality, the entire scenario just comes across as the author really wants to give shout-outs to his current interests.
In the same way that people who have never been to say, Japan for example, get entirely obsessed with their culture? Or people who are exposed to dozens of genres of music decide that they want to focus on one particular genre, as it's what they identify with the most?
I don't see the problem in this. Swerve clearly loves and identifies with human culture, and likes British Indie music as a result. It's obviously no coincidence that it's because the writer himself is British. You're opinions and taste will always influence your writing. I'm sure an American writer would throw in more US pop culture references, as that is what they're comfortable and associate with.
I'm English, so I personally like the British culture references. It's a nice break to reading or watching shows with countless US references. Not saying that they're bad, but it's nice for me to have something I can relate to (even if I bloody hate Doctor Who). Also, it helps make the comic what it is. I'm biased of course, but I much prefer British humour in entertainment to US humour (sitcoms beign a massive example of this), so I'm glad this series is being written by a Brit. It's what makes it my favourite comic. If I were writing this comic I'd be doing the exact same thing.
Also, Roberts gets a +1 from me for throwing in "How Soon Is Now" by The Smiths. Great track.