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COMICS! |OT| August 2016. That's Rare Groove. Volume is Crucial.
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Brianimaniac
Banned
None of them ever mattered.
They matter to a small group of people lol.
Brianimaniac
Banned
It's nostalgia.
Nova was in the first Spider-Man comic I ever owned, so I have a sentimental fondness for him, but that doesn't mean he was ever a good character. Before Annihilation, he wasn't shit.
I agree and I don't want to see another New Warriors ongoing for various reasons. I just think it would be cool if they weren't all dead lol.
Tyrant Rave
Banned
COPRA
my name is ed
Banned
Chiaroscuro
Member
Just read two issues from Flintstones...
It is amazing! A blast!
It is incredible how much Russell can fit in an issue. Consumism, Religion, Art Market, all kind of social critic.
A great idea to set the story as they try to build a civilization, instead of the established on from the original cartoon.
My only (very minor) grip is the characterization of Bamm-Bamm. He looks strange, I prefer the teenage cartoon version. Fred, Barney, Vilma, Betty, all perfect.
It is amazing! A blast!
It is incredible how much Russell can fit in an issue. Consumism, Religion, Art Market, all kind of social critic.
A great idea to set the story as they try to build a civilization, instead of the established on from the original cartoon.
My only (very minor) grip is the characterization of Bamm-Bamm. He looks strange, I prefer the teenage cartoon version. Fred, Barney, Vilma, Betty, all perfect.
Brianimaniac
Banned
I think Strikeforce: Morituri might be a good fit for someone into Suicide Squad.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
he's not ready for Copra yet and you know that
Ellis/Deodato Thunderbolts is a good idea tho
Haloid1177
Banned
I'm rereading Snyder's run right now actually. I love Court of Owls, but Zero Year will probably be remembered as the definitive storyline of the run. A better origin than Year One I feel, and absolutely killer art.
If I were you, I'd skip the first two trades and then read the rest minus vol. 6. I know Superheavy is an acquired taste but I find it really interesting and has a different tone than the rest of the comics. Issue 50 is legit. If Endgame is of interest Death of the Family is a must. Capullo can draw the scariest stuff in Batman comics I feel. His Joker, Doctor Death, the Court of Owl masks, all so unsettling.
Man I could talk about Snyder Bats for pages lol
RepairmanJack
Member
I'd say just read Zero Year then. Endgame was fine but kind of anti-climactic and just wasn't all there for me.
I'm SO GLAD I didn't know what Superman: Secret Identity was, because it took my completely by surprise. It was so unique and interesting. Busiek always proves himself to be a great writer and that's no different here, but Stuart Immonen I think was the real star of the show. Unbelievably good art. I LOVE that it wasn't inked. Just nice light pencils and some fantastic coloring.
Read Secret Six by Gail Simone. There are four paperback volumes. AMAZING stuff in the vain of Suicide Squad.
What would you say you don't like about Batman? I do think it would be good to try some newer Batman comics like Scott Snyder's stuff.
Read Secret Six by Gail Simone. There are four paperback volumes. AMAZING stuff in the vain of Suicide Squad.
What would you say you don't like about Batman? I do think it would be good to try some newer Batman comics like Scott Snyder's stuff.
Primethius
Banned
Deathstroke Rebirth #1: Terrible first issue. Have no idea what the hell just happened.
Superwoman #1: Seems pretty mediocre all around.
ANAD Avengers #13: This was pretty great. Look forward to seeing what the secret ends up being.
Vision #10: Just continues to be absolutely amazing. Gonna be sad to see this run end.
Superwoman #1: Seems pretty mediocre all around.
ANAD Avengers #13: This was pretty great. Look forward to seeing what the secret ends up being.
Vision #10: Just continues to be absolutely amazing. Gonna be sad to see this run end.
Thanks a bunch for the recommendations, everyone. I'll definitely check this stuff out.
I think he tends to take himself way too seriously. His daytime playboy millionaire schtick doesn't appeal to me at all. And he's almost too brutal. Often times I don't actually feel like he's worth rooting for at all. I dunno. I could probably be swayed by something good. I'm just mainly looking for something Suicide Squad-esque/something with Harley Quinn right now, but I wouldn't be opposed to trying something with Batman in the limelight.
I think he tends to take himself way too seriously. His daytime playboy millionaire schtick doesn't appeal to me at all. And he's almost too brutal. Often times I don't actually feel like he's worth rooting for at all. I dunno. I could probably be swayed by something good. I'm just mainly looking for something Suicide Squad-esque/something with Harley Quinn right now, but I wouldn't be opposed to trying something with Batman in the limelight.
Yeah I would start out with stuff outside of Batman but you could always go into that eventually. I definitely recommend Secret Six though. Villains trying to be "good" guys. Doesn't have Harley Quinn but you'll really like the characters that are in it. Gail Simone's characterization of these characters is fantastic.
Holy shit, one issue of Detective Comics (Rebirth #1) and I am in love. Just made me purchase:
Batman (Zero Year)
Batgirl (Stephanie Brown), vol 1
Batgirl (Cassandra Cain), vol 1
already know Tim & read Batwoman Elegy but I might dig up some old Batman TAS Clayface episodes.
Batman (Zero Year)
Batgirl (Stephanie Brown), vol 1
Batgirl (Cassandra Cain), vol 1
already know Tim & read Batwoman Elegy but I might dig up some old Batman TAS Clayface episodes.
Awesome, thanks a bunch. I'll definitely give it a try. I checked my local comic shop's website and it looks like they have two different trade paper backs of volume 1. One is Friends in Low Places and the other is Villains United. Which do I want?
Brianimaniac
Banned
What scares me about Detective Comics is that I don't have the money for the can of worms I know I'd be opening. I don't know shit about those characters, so if it's good, I'm going to want to read all kinds of old stuff.
Tyrant Rave
Banned
Both Batgirl series are dope. They're so much fun.
And then we get Barbara lol.
I'm reading Cassandra right now.
Villains United is the one you want.
Cool, thanks!
Avengers is looking like it will continue the story with
Kang
Also, the main Spider-Man book has been teasing that as well.
echoshifting
Banned
They are losing almost all of the characters Mark Waid actually has a handle on, which is unfortunate, but they are gaining Iron Doom and Hercules. I'm gonna give that team a couple issues. Waid writes a fantastic Doom.
Wasp has been really good in ANAD and she'll be on the team.
Brianimaniac
Banned
JMS and Fraction's Thor runs on sale on CMX.
can confirm this happened to me just now
the first issue was great, she seems like a great contrast to stephanie brown
yep. hopefully "it" happens in a book like ms marvel so the art is top notch and i can finally change my avatar
echoshifting
Banned
JMS' Thor run is great, I don't care what anyone says. The issue where he beats the shit out of Iron Man is fucking awesome.
Fraction's run has its ups and downs. It's okay.
Oh I know, I just didn't think that was particularly noteworthy, since she's kinda practically already on the team.
Fraction's run has its ups and downs. It's okay.
Oh I know, I just didn't think that was particularly noteworthy, since she's kinda practically already on the team.
Brianimaniac
Banned
Are there people who don't like JMS Thor? It's great.
Well the book is also going to be drawn by Del Mundo so that's another thing going for it.
I had completely forgotten that. Finally a Del Mundo book that can't be cancelled unless it does catastrophically bad. Which... It being a Del Mundo book..
Brianimaniac
Banned
Didn't Paul Cornell say this about Action Comics?
"Well, they're not going to cancel Action Comics."
And then those stupid motherfuckers canceled Action Comics.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
Overwatch is fuckin' garbage for people who like garbage
(bad games tonight)
(bad games tonight)
If it's gonna get cancelled it will be on Del Mundos watch. I say this as someone who loves Del Mundo.
I dont want to live in a world where comic gaf is shitting on Del Mundo.
Edit: wait youre saying his books get canceled not that hes shit per se, good. Bad, but good. Its late
He is stunning. He was why is stayed with Wierdworld to the bitter end. But his books sell like dogshit
BrightLightLava
Unconfirmed Member
It's such a shame. He's got style coming out of his pores.
Freezasaurus
Member
I know that feel.
Maybe I'll give No Man's Sky another shot.
Nope. Still dog shit. Deleted my save and started again. Doing better this time, but Jesus Christ this is like banging my head against a wall. There's about 2 thrilling minutes of exploration for every 90 minutes I put in. About to accept this game just isn't for me.
Both volumes of Wierdworld were so pretty.
BKatastrophe
Member
Civil War 2: Choosing Sides #3
Kate Bishop: Pretty dope even though I'm not too familiar with her outside of the basics
J. Jonah Jameson: Interesting point of view and the bonus of J.K. Simmons' constantly going through my head
Nick Fury: ...yup
A Year of Marvels: The Unstoppable #1
Both stories were heartwarming as always, but after Nova #8, I'll never not feel bad for Sam. Bucky was cool.
Superman #4
Nightwing #2
Green Arrow #4
Dope fucking issue. Question:
Ocean's Eleven but with supervillains. Kinda.
Kate Bishop: Pretty dope even though I'm not too familiar with her outside of the basics
J. Jonah Jameson: Interesting point of view and the bonus of J.K. Simmons' constantly going through my head
Nick Fury: ...yup
A Year of Marvels: The Unstoppable #1
Both stories were heartwarming as always, but after Nova #8, I'll never not feel bad for Sam. Bucky was cool.
Superman #4
Nightwing #2
Green Arrow #4
Dope fucking issue. Question:
What did Ollie do to Diggle that cause him to be so hostile and Ollie to be so apologetic?
Also check out:
Ocean's Eleven but with supervillains. Kinda.
Tyrant Rave
Banned
Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia was really, really good. Wow.
In trying to figure out all the Secret Six releases over the last two decades I've confused myself. I think what I want is the following:
Secret Six Vol. 1: Villains United
Secret Six Vol. 2: Money for Murder
Secret Six Vol. 3: Cat's Cradle
Secret Six Vol. 4: Caution to the Wind
Right? Seeing that Vol. 1: Friends in Low Places released in between what I think is a completely different thing called Secret Six Vol. 3 and Vol. 4 is making my head spin. But I think these are the four volumes everyone has been referencing. Apologies for probably coming off like a total moron.
E: Just saw BKatastrophe's post. I'll add that to the list. Thanks!
Secret Six Vol. 1: Villains United
Secret Six Vol. 2: Money for Murder
Secret Six Vol. 3: Cat's Cradle
Secret Six Vol. 4: Caution to the Wind
Right? Seeing that Vol. 1: Friends in Low Places released in between what I think is a completely different thing called Secret Six Vol. 3 and Vol. 4 is making my head spin. But I think these are the four volumes everyone has been referencing. Apologies for probably coming off like a total moron.
E: Just saw BKatastrophe's post. I'll add that to the list. Thanks!