These early Far Sidedemonstrate classic Gary Larson comedic techniques, while also showcasing how the cartoon's humor came out of the gate fully-formed when it debuted in 1980. Larson's ability to capture singular moments, paired with his skewed, often surreal take on a wide variety of subjects, skyrocketed him to pop culture infamy as the decade progressed, and these comics were pivotal to setting the foundation that was built on.