Origin
Tom the Bug is an anthropomorphic insect from the Fantagraphics series Poot.
Creation
Tom was created by Walt Holcombe.
Character Evolution
Tom is a friend of Snail, and the pair live together in a house built into the hollowed out trunk of a tree. He is also the on-off partner of Eppie. While he does love Eppie, and is shown to dream of being with her, Tom is reluctant to admit this, or to enter into a relationship with her. He does not trust her, and fears that she will hurt him.
Major Story Arcs
Tom does not appear in any major story arcs.
Powers and Abilities
Tom does not have any special powers or abilities.