Wallace the Brave

By Will Henry

Welcome to Snug Harbor! Will Henry's “Wallace the Brave” is a whimsical comic strip that centers around a bold and curious little boy named Wallace, his best friend Spud, and the new girl in town, Amelia. Wallace lives in the quaint and funky town of Snug Harbor with his fisherman father, plant-loving mother, and feral little brother, Sterling.

Immerse yourself even more into Wallace's vivid world in "Sunday Funday Wallace: A Treasury of Wallace the Brave Sunday Comics," which is brimming with original watercolors, character art, maps, and more.

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Comic strip featuring Wallace and Spud discussing a humorous emergency where Spud accidentally shaves off his eyebrows. Wallace reacts dramatically, questioning if Spud has been hypnotized, while Spud insists he's just impulsive. The scene captures playful banter and emotion, typical of

A group of children in Halloween costumes, including a skeleton, a ghost, and a character with a helmet, are trick-or-treating in a spooky neighborhood. One child complains about the situation, while another offers a humorous remark about candy. The scene captures the playful spirit of Halloween in a comic style.

A comic strip featuring a humorous exchange between two characters, one asking the other to sit quietly while they recite a poem. The second panel references the famous Christmas poem, depicting a festive scene with a house and holiday decorations.

Cartoon illustration of Rudolph the reindeer delivering a blow to a large sea creature, with dynamic action lines and speech bubbles. The scene captures a playful and adventurous moment, emphasizing Rudolph's bravery.

About Will Henry

Will Henry is the creator behind "Ordinary Bill" and "Wallace the Brave," both on GoComics. His professional career began with his strip "Room Mates," which was published in The Daily Campus during his time at the University of Connecticut. He draws his inspiration from everyday life, and in the age of the smartphone, he aims to recreate a world in which kids “still collect bugs, fly kites, and eat ice cream cones upside down.” He lives in Rhode Island with his wife, his cat, and his mistress, the sea.

Artist sitting at a table with drawing materials, creating artwork in a cozy studio filled with wine bottles.

Cast

Cartoon illustration of a cheerful young boy with short brown hair and a big smile, wearing a black t-shirt, set against a circular white background.

Wallace Maclellan

Wallace is an honest 6-year-old. He embraces school, nature, comics, and pinball. He is a good friend, a kind person, and ever the optimist. He is the sort of kid who will find adventure anywhere.

Cartoon character with a square head and purple hair, wearing a striped shirt and yellow vest, smiling and waving.

Spud

Spud is Wallace’s best and most noble friend. Yes, he is peculiar and a whisper neurotic, but he stands by Wallace at all times. Without Wallace, Spud would spend his time in a dimly lit living room watching cat videos.

Illustration of a cartoon girl with a large ponytail, wearing a striped shirt, and displaying a thoughtful expression with crossed arms against a circular background.

Amelia

Amelia is the new girl in Snug Harbor. She is intense and opinionated. Never intimidated, never complacent. If things get boring, Amelia will surely spice them up at anybody’s expense.

Cartoon illustration of a person with curly black hair wearing a striped orange shirt, set against a circular background.

Rose

Rose is a smart, quirky bookworm and driven overachiever. She is fascinated by Wallace's adventurous fantasies, even while serving as the school's hall monitor.

Illustration of a cheerful cartoon girl with blonde hair, smiling and raising her hands in excitement, set against a circular background.

Mrs. Maclellan

Mrs. Maclellan is Wallace’s mother. She is strong, independent, excitable, and fun. She enjoys surfing, gardening, and anything outdoors. She is also an avid comic book reader, although she’s the last to admit it.

Illustration of a cartoon man with a mustache wearing a green sweater, featuring a neutral expression against a circular background.

Mr. Maclellan

Mr. Maclellan is Wallace’s father, also known as Dad. He is a weathered fisherman who enjoys teasing his children, like most fathers do. He can be fun but is usually a stubborn and sharp contrast to Mrs. Maclellan’s playfulness.

Illustration of a young girl with curly hair and glasses, looking intently at a piece of paper, conveying curiosity and concern. The character wears a patterned shawl, adding a touch of personality to the image.

Mrs. Macintosh

Mrs. Macintosh is the second grade teacher at Moonstone Elementary. She is stern, smart, and compassionate. She understands the importance of her role but also the importance of childhood. She loves reggae music and summer vacation.

Cartoon character with orange hair and exaggerated facial features, wearing a red shirt, looking surprised or amused against a circular background.

Sterling Maclellan

Sterling is Wallace’s younger, feral brother. He may have been raised by wolves or he just acts like it. He usually has no idea what’s going on around him but demands attention anyway.