There’s been a lot of buzz building over the Scott Pilgrim comic book series lately, largely due to the live-action film adaptation being released in a few weeks. Now, I’ve never read Scott Pilgrim in its entirety — only bits and pieces here and there — so I’m no expert. I also have no desire to see the film right away, as I can’t stand Michael Cera. But I can certainly understand the comic’s appeal, especially to the Internet generation for which it is intended. It’s got a unique art style and hyperkinetic way of storytelling, and creator Bryan Lee O’Malley deserves all of the recognition and accolades he has received.

However, there’s one big problem that I have with Scott Pilgrim, and that is the central plot. It all boils down to this: the eponymous protagonist wants to date Ramona Flowers, but she requires that he defeat her six superpowered ex-boyfriends (and one ex-girlfriend!) first. The six Scott Pilgrim graphic novels detail the hero’s quest to vanquish his seven foes and get the girl.

And that’s what bugs me. Seriously, dude, if a woman is that high-maintenance…tell her to fuck off, and get someone down-to-earth! Cripes, if a woman asks you to beat up one ex, superpowered or not, that’s too much. She’s obviously more concerned witih petty revenge than you.

Come on, Scott Pilgrim. Don’t be such a pussy. Man up and get yourself a girl that respects you!