Dilbert cartoon first published on Monday 17th May 1993

Dilbert//1493, first published 33 years ago on Monday 17th May 1993

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dilbert blind dates favor donna improves odds telepathic twins

Official transcript

Dilbert holds a bouquet of flowers and rings a doorbell. Dilbert thinks, "If I have enough blind dates, eventually the odds will be in my favor."

A pair of conjoined twins answers the door and says, "Hi, I'm Debbie and I'm Donna."

Dilbert sits on the couch thinking, "I think this actually improves my odds."

The siamese twins say, "We're telepathic."

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

IF I HAVE ENOUGH BLIND DATES, EVENTUALLY THE ODDS WILL BE IN MY FAVOR.

HI, I'M DEBBIE AND I'M DONNA.

I THINK THIS ACTUALLY IMPROVES MY ODDS.

WE'RE TELEPATHIC.

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AI Analysis

Comic Strip Title: "Improving Odds"

This 'Dilbert' comic strip, originally published in 1993, revolves around the theme of improving one's chances in a relationship.

Main Characters:

• Dilbert: The main character, a bespectacled man with a balding head and a white shirt.
• Debbie: A woman with black hair, who is the object of Dilbert's affections.
• Donna: A woman with black hair, who is also interested in Dilbert.

Storyline:

The comic strip begins with Dilbert stating that if he has enough blind dates, the odds will eventually be in his favor. He is introduced to Debbie and Donna, and he is optimistic about his chances with either of them. However, he soon realizes that he is telepathic and can sense their thoughts. Debbie thinks that Dilbert is not her type, while Donna thinks that he is a good match.

Humor and Satire:

The comic strip pokes fun at the idea of trying to improve one's chances in a relationship through sheer determination and luck. It also highlights the absurdity of being telepathic and being able to read people's thoughts. The humor is dry and witty, characteristic of the 'Dilbert' comic strip style.

Overall:

The comic strip "Improving Odds" is a humorous and relatable take on the challenges of dating and relationships. It uses satire and absurdity to comment on the human experience, making it a classic 'Dilbert' comic strip.

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