The Robert Brockway ‘Drunk Ryu' Puts a Twist on 'Street Fighter
Armida Ascano — December 11, 2010 — Pop Culture
References: cracked & nerdbastards
The Robert Brockway ‘Drunk Ryu’ series from Cracked.com takes a viewer through the arcade game hero’s mid-life crisis. After questioning the meaning of his existence, Ryu goes on a bender and causes all sorts of maniacal mischief.
Though it messes with your childhood memories, the Robert Brockway ‘Drunk Ryu’ comic strip is tons of fun. The normally strong and silent Ryu shows a side of himself that is very human, making for a hilarious twist on pop culture.
Though it messes with your childhood memories, the Robert Brockway ‘Drunk Ryu’ comic strip is tons of fun. The normally strong and silent Ryu shows a side of himself that is very human, making for a hilarious twist on pop culture.
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