Quack Fu. Noun. A term of American/Chinese origins, often used by speakers of the English language to refer to Anatidae (duck) martial arts. Famed comic-book character, Howard the Duck, is believed to be the foremost expert in Quack Fu.

Sad news: Steve Gerber, who in the 1970s created the characters Omega the Unknown, Man Thing, and Shanna the She Devil, passed away on Sunday due to complications from pulmonary fibrosis. Gerber, of course, is most famous for creating Howard the Duck, the famed character in the 1986 movie of the same name, a film considered one of the biggest box-office flops in history (in fact, it made nearly $1 million in profit worldwide before it's theatrical run ended). Howard and his brand of Quack Fu, never appreciated during his time, nevertheless developed a cult following comprised of forward-thinking people, culminating -- finally -- in the DVD release of the film last year. I'm glad Gerber was around for it.

R.I.P. Steve.