Fowl Language comics by Brian Gordon are a brutally honest, laugh-out-loud exploration of the chaos, exhaustion, and absurdity of parenting. This webcomic series captures what it’s like to raise kids, be an adult, and try to stay sane — all through the lens of cartoon ducks. With vibrant artwork and biting humor, Gordon delivers relatable truths that resonate with parents and humor fans alike.
Artist Bio
Brian Gordon, the mastermind behind Fowl Language, started the comic in 2013 as a creative outlet after years of working in the greeting card industry. Drawing from his own parenting experiences, he created a series that quickly gained popularity for its raw authenticity and comedic timing. His duck characters — especially the overwhelmed father figure — have become iconic representations of modern parenthood. Gordon’s work has been featured on major platforms like Go Comics and Webtoon, and he’s published multiple book collections, including Fowl Language: Welcome to Parenting.
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1. Social Media Curiosity
This comic captures the guilty pleasure of checking in on people we’ve unfollowed — not out of kindness, but to confirm they’re still terrible. The punchline, “And they’re ALWAYS still horrible,” is classic Fowl Language: petty, real, and relatable. It’s a perfect take on how social media turns us all into judgmental voyeurs.
2. The Sleep Research Loop
Here, we find the dad duck learning that lack of sleep is linked to serious health problems. His solution? Stay up even later to research it. It’s a brilliant and hilarious example of our self-destructive late-night habits, especially when it comes to doom-scrolling and health anxiety.
3. Video Game Victory Flip
The generational gaming rivalry is real. In this strip, the dad boasts of his gaming prowess — only to get destroyed by his kid moments later. It’s a witty reminder that the student always becomes the master, often faster than we’d like to admit.
4. Exercise Logic
A brilliant twist on fitness advice. The duck starts stretching, ready to warm up — but then uses the “stay warm” excuse to crawl back into bed. It’s peak lazy logic and a humorous jab at every well-intentioned workout plan that ends under the covers.
5. The Invisible Superpower
One of the sweetest Fowl Language moments, this comic features a child believing broccoli grants invisibility. The dad plays along, amazed. It’s adorable and ridiculous in equal measure — and a nod to the little white lies parents use to promote healthy eating.
6. The Spelling Summer Slide
A dad watches in horror as his kid forgets how to spell their own name after summer break. It’s a hilarious exaggeration of the “learning loss” parents dread. The comic lands with a bang thanks to the dad’s stunned expression and inner commentary.
7. Lazy Parenting Goals
“My kids are so lazy, I have to bathe and dress them.” The follow-up — “I’m just jealous” — is the kind of punchline that makes this strip unforgettable. It’s a brutally honest and hilarious admission that sometimes we wish we could trade places with our kids.
8. Presidential Dreams vs. Reality
What starts with a dream of raising a future president quickly turns into despair as the child behaves like a cereal-hoarding dictator. It’s over-the-top in the best way and lands a hilarious critique of parenting expectations versus actual chaos.
9. Grown-Up Greeting
This comic shows how deprived parents can feel of adult interaction. The dad’s dramatic “HELLO, FELLOW GROWN-UP!!!” is both funny and oddly relatable. After days of toddler talk, even small adult interactions feel momentous.
10. Video Game Rematch (Alt. Angle)
A variation on the earlier comic, this one adds extra emphasis on the dad’s frustrated inner monologue after losing again. It’s a great showcase of Brian Gordon’s comedic pacing and use of repetition to build humor.
Summary
Brian Gordon’s Fowl Language comics are a brilliantly honest, hilarious reflection of real-life parenting. With clever one-liners, relatable scenarios, and a cartoon duck dad who just can’t catch a break, these 10 comics offer a perfect mix of humor, frustration, and love. Whether you’re a tired parent or just a fan of sharp webcomics, these strips will leave you laughing and nodding along.
