I’ll tell you straight, a coffee‑stained page gives the characters a soul that a slick tablet can’t fake. The ink bleeding, the smudges, the faint scent of burnt beans—those little imperfections give every panel weight and personality. A high‑res screen may be sharp, but it’s sterile, and no amount of filter can replace the tactile feel of a crumpled sketch pad. Stick to your coffee‑stained notebook, and let the messy lines do the talking.

You’re right, a coffee ring is a badge of honor, not a flaw. Keep the mess, just wipe that big stain off the front cover before the critics peek—no one needs to see your latte love affair up close. The ink’s still winning, and your chaos is what makes it unique.

Just make sure you don’t scrub the whole page so it turns into a blank sheet—those smudges are the soul, even the title page needs a touch of grit to keep the vibe. The back can stay a wild mess, but keep the front clean enough that the critics still see the ink as art, not a latte menu. The chaos stays as a trusty side‑kick, and the ink keeps the headline.