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 Which is less meaningful, but more interesting. The final substitution returns from the realm of the ridiculous to replacing "could not be reached for comment" with "is guilty and everyone knows it." If a journalist writes a story about an accused suspect but is unable to contact them or receives no response from them, they will write that the person "could not be reached for comment." Randall's whimsical assumption that silence implies guilt is so common that juries are instructed that they should not infer guilt if the defendant fails to testify, particularly in nations that have a right against self-incrimination. 'Spaaace' could be a reference to the Space Core from {{w|Portal 2}}, or to the way {{w|The Muppet Show}} presented [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHsr7Chmff8 Pigs in Spaaace].
-The {{w|Virtual Boy}} is a table-top video game console made by Nintendo released in 1995 and discontinued about the same year. It achieved true-3D graphics through the use of a large visor containing a pair of LED screens, though it considered having done so incredibly poorly, while also lacking any form of ergonomic comfort and sporting several critical design flaws. As a result, it is commonly mocked as one of Nintendo's biggest failures (sometimes by Nintendo itself). The [https://m.bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9dex Pokédex] is a device in the [https://m.bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_world Pokémon world] that records the data of captured Pokémon. {{w|Homestar Runner}} is the title character of a Flash-animated web cartoon series, known for being an idiot.
+The {{w|Virtual Boy}} is a table-top video game console made by Nintendo released in 1995 and discontinued about the same year. It achieved true-3D graphics through the use of a large visor containing a pair of LED screens, though it is considered as having done so incredibly poorly, while also lacking any form of ergonomic comfort and sporting several critical design flaws. As a result, it is commonly mocked as one of Nintendo's biggest failures (sometimes by Nintendo itself). The [https://m.bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9dex Pokédex] is a device in the [https://m.bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_world Pokémon world] that records the data of captured Pokémon. {{w|Homestar Runner}} is the title character of a Flash-animated web cartoon series, known for being an idiot.
 It seems generally that Randall is no fan of Google Glass, which was also shown earlier in [[1251: Anti-Glass]] and later in [[1304: Glass Trolling]]. Thus, explaining why Google Glass has such a ridiculous substitution as ''Virtual Boy''. Google Glass has become a [[:Category:Google Glass|recurring theme]] in xkcd. In the title text, [[Elon Musk]] is mentioned. He is (amongst other things) the CEO of {{w|Tesla Motors}}, which produces electric cars. In the title text "atomic cats" replaced the sentence "Electric cars" according to the chart of the comic. News reports about new studies ({{w|Tumblr}} posts) are further lampooned in [[1295: New Study]], a comic posted two weeks later.

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 ==Explanation==
-This is the first comic in the [[:Category:Substitution series|Substitution series]] where [[Randall Munroe|Randall]] has suggested substitutions that will make reading the news more fun. But there have been several [[:Category:Substitutions|comics using substitutions]] both before and after these ones.
+This is the first comic in the [[:Category:Substitution|Substitution series]] where [[Randall Munroe|Randall]] suggests substitutions that will make reading the news more fun. But there have been several [[:Category:Substitutions|comics using substitutions]] both before and after these ones. This is the entire Substitutions series:
 *[[1288: Substitutions]]
 *[[1625: Substitutions 2]]
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 {{comic discussion}}
-[[Category:Substitution series]]
+[[Category:Substitution]]
 [[Category:Comics sharing name|Substitutions]]
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	It seems generally that Randall is no fan of Google Glass, which was also shown earlier in [[1251: Anti-Glass]] and later in [[1304: Glass Trolling]]. Thus, explaining why Google Glass has such a ridiculous substitution as ''Virtual Boy''. Google Glass has become a [[:Category:Google Glass\|recurring theme]] in xkcd. In the title text, [[Elon Musk]] is mentioned. He is (amongst other things) the CEO of {{w\|Tesla Motors}}, which produces electric cars. In the title text "atomic cats" replaced the sentence "Electric cars" according to the chart of the comic. News reports about new studies ({{w\|Tumblr}} posts) are further lampooned in [[1295: New Study]], a comic posted two weeks later.		It seems generally that Randall is no fan of Google Glass, which was also shown earlier in [[1251: Anti-Glass]] and later in [[1304: Glass Trolling]]. Thus, explaining why Google Glass has such a ridiculous substitution as ''Virtual Boy''. Google Glass has become a [[:Category:Google Glass\|recurring theme]] in xkcd. In the title text, [[Elon Musk]] is mentioned. He is (amongst other things) the CEO of {{w\|Tesla Motors}}, which produces electric cars. In the title text "atomic cats" replaced the sentence "Electric cars" according to the chart of the comic. News reports about new studies ({{w\|Tumblr}} posts) are further lampooned in [[1295: New Study]], a comic posted two weeks later.
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	==Transcript==		==Transcript==

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	It seems generally that Randall is no fan of Google Glass, which was also shown earlier in [[1251: Anti-Glass]] and later in [[1304: Glass Trolling]]. Thus, explaining why Google Glass has such a ridiculous substitution as ''Virtual Boy''. Google Glass has become a [[:Category:Google Glass\|recurring theme]] in xkcd. In the title text, [[Elon Musk]] is mentioned. He is (amongst other things) the CEO of {{w\|Tesla Motors}}, which produces electric cars. In the title text "atomic cats" replaced the sentence "Electric cars" according to the chart of the comic. News reports about new studies ({{w\|Tumblr}} posts) are further lampooned in [[1295: New Study]], a comic posted two weeks later.		It seems generally that Randall is no fan of Google Glass, which was also shown earlier in [[1251: Anti-Glass]] and later in [[1304: Glass Trolling]]. Thus, explaining why Google Glass has such a ridiculous substitution as ''Virtual Boy''. Google Glass has become a [[:Category:Google Glass\|recurring theme]] in xkcd. In the title text, [[Elon Musk]] is mentioned. He is (amongst other things) the CEO of {{w\|Tesla Motors}}, which produces electric cars. In the title text "atomic cats" replaced the sentence "Electric cars" according to the chart of the comic. News reports about new studies ({{w\|Tumblr}} posts) are further lampooned in [[1295: New Study]], a comic posted two weeks later.
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−	~~Witnesses ➜ These dudes I know~~
−	Meaning: Refers to individuals who have seen or experienced something relevant to a situation, often in a legal context. The informal phrasing suggests a casual or personal connection rather than a formal or official one.
−	~~Allegedly ➜ Kinda probably~~
−	Meaning: "Allegedly" is used to indicate that something is claimed to be true but has not been proven. The casual phrasing implies uncertainty and a lack of strong evidence, suggesting that the claim might be more rumor than fact.
−	~~New study ➜ Tumblr post~~
−	Meaning: A "new study" typically refers to research findings published in a scientific context. The comparison to a "Tumblr post" implies that the information may be more anecdotal or opinion-based rather than rigorously researched, reflecting the informal nature of social media.
−	~~Rebuild ➜ Avenge~~
−	Meaning: "Rebuild" usually means to construct something again after it has been damaged or destroyed. The term "avenge" adds a connotation of seeking revenge or justice, suggesting that the act of rebuilding is motivated by a desire to rectify a wrong.
−	~~Space ➜ Spaaace~~
−	~~Meaning: "Space" refers to the vast expanse beyond Earth. The playful spelling "Spaaace" adds a whimsical or exaggerated tone, possibly evoking a sense of wonder or excitement about outer space.~~
−	~~Google Glass ➜ Virtual Boy~~
−	Meaning: Google Glass was an early attempt at augmented reality eyewear, while the Virtual Boy was a 1990s gaming console known for its 3D graphics. The comparison suggests that both are seen as innovative but ultimately flawed or niche technologies.
−	~~Smartphone ➜ Pokédex~~
−	Meaning: A smartphone is a mobile device with advanced computing capabilities. The comparison to a "Pokédex," a fictional electronic device from the Pokémon series that provides information about Pokémon, implies that smartphones serve as personal information hubs, much like a Pokédex does for trainers.
−	~~Electric ➜ Atomic~~
−	Meaning: "Electric" refers to anything related to electricity. The term "atomic" suggests a more powerful or fundamental source of energy, possibly implying that the subject is not just electrically powered but has a deeper, more significant energy source.
−	~~Senator ➜ Elf-lord~~
−	Meaning: A senator is a member of a legislative body. The whimsical comparison to an "elf-lord" evokes fantasy imagery, suggesting that senators may be seen as powerful figures with a certain mystique or authority, akin to characters in fantasy literature.
−	~~Car ➜ Cat~~
−	Meaning: A car is a vehicle for transportation. The comparison to a "cat" is humorous and nonsensical, possibly implying that cars, like cats, can be independent, sometimes unpredictable, and require care and attention.
−	~~Election ➜ Eating contest~~
−	Meaning: An election is a formal decision-making process by which a population chooses an individual to hold public office. The comparison to an "eating contest" suggests a competitive and perhaps chaotic atmosphere, implying that elections can be more about spectacle than serious decision-making.
−	~~Congressional leaders ➜ River spirits~~
−	Meaning: Congressional leaders are individuals who hold significant positions in the legislative branch of government. The whimsical comparison to "river spirits" evokes a sense of mysticism and suggests that these leaders may be seen as distant or ethereal figures, perhaps lacking a tangible connection to the everyday lives of citizens.
−	~~Homeland security ➜ Homestar Runner~~
−	Meaning: Homeland security refers to the national effort to protect the country from threats. The comparison to "Homestar Runner," a popular internet cartoon character, implies a humorous or absurd take on the seriousness of national security, suggesting that it may be treated with a lighthearted or satirical lens.
−	~~Could not be reached for comment ➜ Is guilty and everyone knows it~~
−	Meaning: The phrase "could not be reached for comment" is often used in journalism to indicate that a person did not respond to inquiries. The humorous interpretation suggests that the lack of response is seen as an admission of guilt, implying that the person is avoiding accountability.

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 It seems generally that Randall is no fan of Google Glass, which was also shown earlier in [[1251: Anti-Glass]] and later in [[1304: Glass Trolling]]. Thus, explaining why Google Glass has such a ridiculous substitution as ''Virtual Boy''. Google Glass has become a [[:Category:Google Glass|recurring theme]] in xkcd. In the title text, [[Elon Musk]] is mentioned. He is (amongst other things) the CEO of {{w|Tesla Motors}}, which produces electric cars. In the title text "atomic cats" replaced the sentence "Electric cars" according to the chart of the comic. News reports about new studies ({{w|Tumblr}} posts) are further lampooned in [[1295: New Study]], a comic posted two weeks later.
-*Witnesses ➜ These dudes I know
+Witnesses ➜ These dudes I know
-**Meaning: Refers to individuals who have seen or experienced something relevant to a situation, often in a legal context. The informal phrasing suggests a casual or personal connection rather than a formal or official one.
+Meaning: Refers to individuals who have seen or experienced something relevant to a situation, often in a legal context. The informal phrasing suggests a casual or personal connection rather than a formal or official one.
-*Allegedly ➜ Kinda probably
+Allegedly ➜ Kinda probably
-**Meaning: "Allegedly" is used to indicate that something is claimed to be true but has not been proven. The casual phrasing implies uncertainty and a lack of strong evidence, suggesting that the claim might be more rumor than fact.
+Meaning: "Allegedly" is used to indicate that something is claimed to be true but has not been proven. The casual phrasing implies uncertainty and a lack of strong evidence, suggesting that the claim might be more rumor than fact.
-*New study ➜ Tumblr post
+New study ➜ Tumblr post
-**Meaning: A "new study" typically refers to research findings published in a scientific context. The comparison to a "Tumblr post" implies that the information may be more anecdotal or opinion-based rather than rigorously researched, reflecting the informal nature of social media.
+Meaning: A "new study" typically refers to research findings published in a scientific context. The comparison to a "Tumblr post" implies that the information may be more anecdotal or opinion-based rather than rigorously researched, reflecting the informal nature of social media.
-*Rebuild ➜ Avenge
+Rebuild ➜ Avenge
-**Meaning: "Rebuild" usually means to construct something again after it has been damaged or destroyed. The term "avenge" adds a connotation of seeking revenge or justice, suggesting that the act of rebuilding is motivated by a desire to rectify a wrong.
+Meaning: "Rebuild" usually means to construct something again after it has been damaged or destroyed. The term "avenge" adds a connotation of seeking revenge or justice, suggesting that the act of rebuilding is motivated by a desire to rectify a wrong.
-*Space ➜ Spaaace
+Space ➜ Spaaace
-**Meaning: "Space" refers to the vast expanse beyond Earth. The playful spelling "Spaaace" adds a whimsical or exaggerated tone, possibly evoking a sense of wonder or excitement about outer space.
+Meaning: "Space" refers to the vast expanse beyond Earth. The playful spelling "Spaaace" adds a whimsical or exaggerated tone, possibly evoking a sense of wonder or excitement about outer space.
-*Google Glass ➜ Virtual Boy
+Google Glass ➜ Virtual Boy
-**Meaning: Google Glass was an early attempt at augmented reality eyewear, while the Virtual Boy was a 1990s gaming console known for its 3D graphics. The comparison suggests that both are seen as innovative but ultimately flawed or niche technologies.
+Meaning: Google Glass was an early attempt at augmented reality eyewear, while the Virtual Boy was a 1990s gaming console known for its 3D graphics. The comparison suggests that both are seen as innovative but ultimately flawed or niche technologies.
-*Smartphone ➜ Pokédex
+Smartphone ➜ Pokédex
-**Meaning: A smartphone is a mobile device with advanced computing capabilities. The comparison to a "Pokédex," a fictional electronic device from the Pokémon series that provides information about Pokémon, implies that smartphones serve as personal information hubs, much like a Pokédex does for trainers.
+Meaning: A smartphone is a mobile device with advanced computing capabilities. The comparison to a "Pokédex," a fictional electronic device from the Pokémon series that provides information about Pokémon, implies that smartphones serve as personal information hubs, much like a Pokédex does for trainers.
-*Electric ➜ Atomic
+Electric ➜ Atomic
-**Meaning: "Electric" refers to anything related to electricity. The term "atomic" suggests a more powerful or fundamental source of energy, possibly implying that the subject is not just electrically powered but has a deeper, more significant energy source.
+Meaning: "Electric" refers to anything related to electricity. The term "atomic" suggests a more powerful or fundamental source of energy, possibly implying that the subject is not just electrically powered but has a deeper, more significant energy source.
-*Senator ➜ Elf-lord
+Senator ➜ Elf-lord
-**Meaning: A senator is a member of a legislative body. The whimsical comparison to an "elf-lord" evokes fantasy imagery, suggesting that senators may be seen as powerful figures with a certain mystique or authority, akin to characters in fantasy literature.
+Meaning: A senator is a member of a legislative body. The whimsical comparison to an "elf-lord" evokes fantasy imagery, suggesting that senators may be seen as powerful figures with a certain mystique or authority, akin to characters in fantasy literature.
-*Car ➜ Cat
+Car ➜ Cat
-**Meaning: A car is a vehicle for transportation. The comparison to a "cat" is humorous and nonsensical, possibly implying that cars, like cats, can be independent, sometimes unpredictable, and require care and attention.
+Meaning: A car is a vehicle for transportation. The comparison to a "cat" is humorous and nonsensical, possibly implying that cars, like cats, can be independent, sometimes unpredictable, and require care and attention.
-*Election ➜ Eating contest
+Election ➜ Eating contest
-**Meaning: An election is a formal decision-making process by which a population chooses an individual to hold public office. The comparison to an "eating contest" suggests a competitive and perhaps chaotic atmosphere, implying that elections can be more about spectacle than serious decision-making.
+Meaning: An election is a formal decision-making process by which a population chooses an individual to hold public office. The comparison to an "eating contest" suggests a competitive and perhaps chaotic atmosphere, implying that elections can be more about spectacle than serious decision-making.
-*Congressional leaders ➜ River spirits
+Congressional leaders ➜ River spirits
-**Meaning: Congressional leaders are individuals who hold significant positions in the legislative branch of government. The whimsical comparison to "river spirits" evokes a sense of mysticism and suggests that these leaders may be seen as distant or ethereal figures, perhaps lacking a tangible connection to the everyday lives of citizens.
+Meaning: Congressional leaders are individuals who hold significant positions in the legislative branch of government. The whimsical comparison to "river spirits" evokes a sense of mysticism and suggests that these leaders may be seen as distant or ethereal figures, perhaps lacking a tangible connection to the everyday lives of citizens.
-*Homeland security ➜ Homestar Runner
+Homeland security ➜ Homestar Runner
-**Meaning: Homeland security refers to the national effort to protect the country from threats. The comparison to "Homestar Runner," a popular internet cartoon character, implies a humorous or absurd take on the seriousness of national security, suggesting that it may be treated with a lighthearted or satirical lens.
+Meaning: Homeland security refers to the national effort to protect the country from threats. The comparison to "Homestar Runner," a popular internet cartoon character, implies a humorous or absurd take on the seriousness of national security, suggesting that it may be treated with a lighthearted or satirical lens.
-*Could not be reached for comment ➜ Is guilty and everyone knows it
+Could not be reached for comment ➜ Is guilty and everyone knows it
-**Meaning: The phrase "could not be reached for comment" is often used in journalism to indicate that a person did not respond to inquiries. The humorous interpretation suggests that the lack of response is seen as an admission of guilt, implying that the person is avoiding accountability.
+Meaning: The phrase "could not be reached for comment" is often used in journalism to indicate that a person did not respond to inquiries. The humorous interpretation suggests that the lack of response is seen as an admission of guilt, implying that the person is avoiding accountability.

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	It seems generally that Randall is no fan of Google Glass, which was also shown earlier in [[1251: Anti-Glass]] and later in [[1304: Glass Trolling]]. Thus, explaining why Google Glass has such a ridiculous substitution as ''Virtual Boy''. Google Glass has become a [[:Category:Google Glass\|recurring theme]] in xkcd. In the title text, [[Elon Musk]] is mentioned. He is (amongst other things) the CEO of {{w\|Tesla Motors}}, which produces electric cars. In the title text "atomic cats" replaced the sentence "Electric cars" according to the chart of the comic. News reports about new studies ({{w\|Tumblr}} posts) are further lampooned in [[1295: New Study]], a comic posted two weeks later.		It seems generally that Randall is no fan of Google Glass, which was also shown earlier in [[1251: Anti-Glass]] and later in [[1304: Glass Trolling]]. Thus, explaining why Google Glass has such a ridiculous substitution as ''Virtual Boy''. Google Glass has become a [[:Category:Google Glass\|recurring theme]] in xkcd. In the title text, [[Elon Musk]] is mentioned. He is (amongst other things) the CEO of {{w\|Tesla Motors}}, which produces electric cars. In the title text "atomic cats" replaced the sentence "Electric cars" according to the chart of the comic. News reports about new studies ({{w\|Tumblr}} posts) are further lampooned in [[1295: New Study]], a comic posted two weeks later.
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		+	Witnesses ➜ These dudes I know
		+	Meaning: Refers to individuals who have seen or experienced something relevant to a situation, often in a legal context. The informal phrasing suggests a casual or personal connection rather than a formal or official one.
		+	Allegedly ➜ Kinda probably
		+	Meaning: "Allegedly" is used to indicate that something is claimed to be true but has not been proven. The casual phrasing implies uncertainty and a lack of strong evidence, suggesting that the claim might be more rumor than fact.
		+	New study ➜ Tumblr post
		+	Meaning: A "new study" typically refers to research findings published in a scientific context. The comparison to a "Tumblr post" implies that the information may be more anecdotal or opinion-based rather than rigorously researched, reflecting the informal nature of social media.
		+	Rebuild ➜ Avenge
		+	Meaning: "Rebuild" usually means to construct something again after it has been damaged or destroyed. The term "avenge" adds a connotation of seeking revenge or justice, suggesting that the act of rebuilding is motivated by a desire to rectify a wrong.
		+	Space ➜ Spaaace
		+	Meaning: "Space" refers to the vast expanse beyond Earth. The playful spelling "Spaaace" adds a whimsical or exaggerated tone, possibly evoking a sense of wonder or excitement about outer space.
		+	Google Glass ➜ Virtual Boy
		+	Meaning: Google Glass was an early attempt at augmented reality eyewear, while the Virtual Boy was a 1990s gaming console known for its 3D graphics. The comparison suggests that both are seen as innovative but ultimately flawed or niche technologies.
		+	Smartphone ➜ Pokédex
		+	Meaning: A smartphone is a mobile device with advanced computing capabilities. The comparison to a "Pokédex," a fictional electronic device from the Pokémon series that provides information about Pokémon, implies that smartphones serve as personal information hubs, much like a Pokédex does for trainers.
		+	Electric ➜ Atomic
		+	Meaning: "Electric" refers to anything related to electricity. The term "atomic" suggests a more powerful or fundamental source of energy, possibly implying that the subject is not just electrically powered but has a deeper, more significant energy source.
		+	Senator ➜ Elf-lord
		+	Meaning: A senator is a member of a legislative body. The whimsical comparison to an "elf-lord" evokes fantasy imagery, suggesting that senators may be seen as powerful figures with a certain mystique or authority, akin to characters in fantasy literature.
		+	Car ➜ Cat
		+	Meaning: A car is a vehicle for transportation. The comparison to a "cat" is humorous and nonsensical, possibly implying that cars, like cats, can be independent, sometimes unpredictable, and require care and attention.
		+	Election ➜ Eating contest
		+	Meaning: An election is a formal decision-making process by which a population chooses an individual to hold public office. The comparison to an "eating contest" suggests a competitive and perhaps chaotic atmosphere, implying that elections can be more about spectacle than serious decision-making.
		+	Congressional leaders ➜ River spirits
		+	Meaning: Congressional leaders are individuals who hold significant positions in the legislative branch of government. The whimsical comparison to "river spirits" evokes a sense of mysticism and suggests that these leaders may be seen as distant or ethereal figures, perhaps lacking a tangible connection to the everyday lives of citizens.
		+	Homeland security ➜ Homestar Runner
		+	Meaning: Homeland security refers to the national effort to protect the country from threats. The comparison to "Homestar Runner," a popular internet cartoon character, implies a humorous or absurd take on the seriousness of national security, suggesting that it may be treated with a lighthearted or satirical lens.
		+	Could not be reached for comment ➜ Is guilty and everyone knows it
		+	Meaning: The phrase "could not be reached for comment" is often used in journalism to indicate that a person did not respond to inquiries. The humorous interpretation suggests that the lack of response is seen as an admission of guilt, implying that the person is avoiding accountability.

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 {{Quote|A Tumblr post finds that elf-lords and other river spirits are increasingly likely to view eating contest results on their Pokédex.}}
 Which is less meaningful, but more interesting. The final substitution returns from the realm of the ridiculous to replacing "could not be reached for comment" with "is guilty and everyone knows it." If a journalist writes a story about an accused suspect but is unable to contact them or receives no response from them, they will write that the person "could not be reached for comment." Randall's whimsical assumption that silence implies guilt is so common that juries are instructed that they should not infer guilt if the defendant fails to testify, particularly in nations that have a right against self-incrimination. 'Spaaace' could be a reference to the Space Core from {{w|Portal 2}}, or to the way {{w|The Muppet Show}} presented [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHsr7Chmff8 Pigs in Spaaace].