Super Sad Squad is a creative project that independently publishes comics and artwork out of Fort Smith, Arkansas. The project was created and has been run by Nathan Young since 2015.

Super Sad Squad’s main project is an ongoing comic series called Blank Verse; a story about overcoming adversity, coping with tragedy and doing one’s best to keep their head above water. It is available to read here on our website and on Webtoon.

FAQ

Why did I come here after seeing a sticker on a car driving around Fort Smith?

Because you’re an interesting person with interesting interests and were interested in an interesting link you saw on an interesting albeit hail-damaged car.

Who writes and illustrates Super Sad Squad’s content?

All of Super Sad Squad’s material is created by Nathan Young.

Are the characters of Blank Verse based off of anyone in particular?

They aren’t, but their personalities take inspiration from various aspects of myself as well as people I’ve come across.

Are there physical copies of Blank Verse available?

YES! I began printing Blank Verse myself at the end of 2021 and sell them through this website to folks who want a tangible version either as a keepsake or just to support the project. The print version differs slightly from the webcomic with some updated dialogue and with a black and white look…since that’s all my printer can produce at the moment.

Have you got any plans outside of Blank Verse?

There are a few ideas being kicked around but it’s hard to find time to branch off into other stories at the moment. Blank Verse is definitely not the last comic I’ll do, though.

Alumni

I would like to extend a very special thanks to those who contributed ideas, time and resources to this project over the years.

Tyrell Gilbert

Jessica Hicks

Honorable mentions: Stephanie Beltz, Lucas Hicks, Sheahan Alplanalp, Alex Yohnka, Susie Hayasaka, Jeff Burke, Ed Palumbo, Justine and Jenna Ezarik.