The 2000 AD Thrill-Cast The Beginner's Guide to Writing Judge Dredd
Jun 14, 2017
Tom Eglinton, comics writer who’s penned Dredd tales and advises on synopses and pacing. Michael Carroll, writer of multi-part Dredd arcs who rose via Future Shocks. Rob Williams, seasoned Dredd scribe focused on plotting and collaboration. They talk crafting Dredd’s voice and dark humour. They discuss plotting, satire, pacing, fitting ideas into Megacity One and working with artists.
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Collaborative Idea-Bashing With Chris Weston
- Rob Williams and Chris Weston develop story ideas collaboratively by talking and 'bashing' concepts into shape.
- Rob then scripts and Chris draws, but the idea genesis is a shared, iterative process.
Short Stories Build Big Arcs
- Short one- and two-part Dredd stories often make the most memorable material and collect well.
- Introducing a recurring villain across short arcs can build longer, collectable narratives.
Demonstrate World Knowledge Early
- Show you know Megacity One: include specific details and background to prove you understand the world.
- Use writer's notes and city history to give artists confidence and enrich pages.