Scene: A telethon at a TV station. Mark Bummer holds up a microphone, walking past a koala who reads a book while answering a phone.

Text:

Bummer: Did you know we had to pay a 50 dollar fee to get this comic started?
Bummer: Pretty soon we might not have enough money to keep going. That's why we need your support in the form of checks and money orders.
The number 648-8888 flashes on the screen.
E-mail Akktri with your contact information. Our operators are standing by.
The e-mail address akktri@iname.com flashes on the screen.
Bummer: If you don't, we all may cease to exist!