What Chaos Would Ensue If Humans Suddenly Disappeared From the Earth?

Despite the Earth not caring in the least, of course.

Dan Van Winkle

Published: Jan 30, 2015 09:00 am

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Dan Van Winkle

Dan Van Winkle (he) is an editor and manager who has been working in digital media since 2013, first at now-defunct Geekosystem (RIP), and then at The Mary Sue starting in 2014, specializing in gaming, science, and technology. Outside of his professional experience, he has been active in video game modding and development as a hobby for many years. He lives in North Carolina with Lisa Brown (his wife) and Liz Lemon (their dog), both of whom are the best, and you will regret challenging him at Smash Bros.