Creating a comic that captures the current zeitgeist with XKCD's signature wit, wordplay, sarcasm, math, and romance might look something like this:
Title: "Modern Love Equation"
Panel 1:
A stick figure stands in front of a large chalkboard filled with complicated mathematical equations and graphs. The chalkboard is labeled “Love Analysis.”
Stick Figure (thinking): “If love were an equation, it would probably look like this…”
Panel 2:
Close-up of the chalkboard, showing an elaborate equation: L=(R+C)×TSL=S(R+C)×T, where R = Romance, C = Compatibility, T = Time, and S = Sarcasm.
Another Stick Figure (entering the scene): “Is this your way of saying you love me?”
Panel 3:
The original stick figure, looking slightly flustered, replies:
Original Stick Figure: “Well, it’s complicated. But if the sarcasm level is too high, the equation breaks down.”
Panel 4:
The other stick figure, smiling, says:
Other Stick Figure: “Good thing we’re experts in both romance and sarcasm.”
Panel 5:
They embrace, with the chalkboard in the background now showing a simplified equation: L=(R+C)L=(R+C), with a heart drawn around it.
Caption: “In the end, the simplest equation might just be the most accurate.”
This captures the blend of romance, math, and a touch of sarcasm, all while maintaining XKCD’s signature style of mixing wit with thoughtful commentary.