Sword chick did bring a comic book feel to the show for me. As soon as I saw that character I was thinking ah... what the frick is this.
But I understand that in this situation you are going to have some people that just embrace the role. History has proven that, great heros and great villains alike. The more time that passes the more people realize that this society has broken down and they can re write it anyway they want. Social norms go out the window.
I just finished the second volume of the graphic novels. So far I like the TV show better, but that will change moving forward I am sure.