Viral Comic: The Bee's Take on Halo 3's Release and Nostalgia

The internet is buzzing with a viral comic that humorously tackles the nostalgia surrounding Halo 3's release, featuring a cartoon bee as the unexpected protagonist. Created by the artist MOOSYLIPS, this four-panel comic has captured the hearts and funny bones of many on social media.

In the top left panel, the bee stands proudly with the text, "I sting when my home is in danger." This is followed by an aggressive portrayal in the top right panel, where the bee declares, "I sting very painfully and whenever I want to." The bottom left panel takes a more subtle turn, showing the bee calmly stating, "I sting using my words."

The comic culminates in the bottom right panel, mimicking a tweet format. Here, the bee, with the username "@bee" and a verified blue check mark, tweets, "Halo 3 was released TWENTY years ago." The timestamp reads "3:50 PM · Jul 14, 2024," and the tweet boasts impressive engagement metrics with "152.7K" likes and "127.1K" retweets.

Reddit users have had quite the reaction to this comic. One user commented, “Don’t they mean Halo 2? I think Halo 3 was released in 07 for the 360.” Another added, "Halo 3 released on September 25, 2007. I know this because I was in line at Gamestop on September 24, 2007 for the midnight release and got a curfew ticket by some d***hole cop." The nostalgia is palpable, with another user reminiscing, "You guys remember LAN parties? Do people still do LAN parties? F***, those were good times. So much pizza."

The comic also touches on the pain of realizing how much time has passed. Comments like "It still stings..." and "Oof ow my everything hurts. I'm so old," reflect the collective sentiment of aging gamers. Yet, the humor and relatability of the comic have made it a viral sensation.

The artist's Instagram handle, "IG: MOOSYLIPS," is subtly included in the bottom right corner of the comic, encouraging fans to follow for more entertaining content.

For those feeling the sting of nostalgia, this comic serves as a humorous reminder of the good old days of Halo 3 and the passage of time. Whether it's the memory of LAN parties or the midnight release at Gamestop, Halo 3 holds a special place in many hearts.