Spiderman? I would say that issues 1-100 of Ultimate Spiderman by Brian Michael Bendis is the definitive take on the character. You can pick up the Omnibus of Ultimate for dirt cheap on Amazon.com.
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Spiderman? I would say that issues 1-100 of Ultimate Spiderman by Brian Michael Bendis is the definitive take on the character. You can pick up the Omnibus of Ultimate for dirt cheap on Amazon.com.
my name is ed
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The Marvel app isn't that good but I would highly recommend a Marvel Unlimited subcription.
I think the story arc you are referring to is Back in Black which came out in 07 I think. It would definitely be available in Marvel Unlimited. He gets back into the black suit after the Kingpin goes after his family and smacks everyone around silly.
In my personal opinion, Ultimate Spider-Man by Bendis has all the parts anyone could want out of a Spider-Man series. You might want to check it out and see if you like it.
Do you have a specific type of story that yall enjoy or favorite characters? Whatever the case may be, I would also recommend getting a Marvel Unlimited subscription if you have a tablet/large phone/dont mind reading on a computer.
Future Foundation
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Freezasaurus
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Jeff Albertson
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Thanks guys will look into the suggestions, I'm down in London next week so will take a trip to Forbidden Planet; love it in there for the merchandise but not bought any comics yet.
He's only 3 so won't be reading so it's more for me but he loves the Disney XD cartoons like Hulk and Spiderman and is loving watching me play through lego marvel, he's taken a liking to deadpool.
Got him some of the Marvel Masher toys for Christmas and some Guardians lego
He's only 3 so won't be reading so it's more for me but he loves the Disney XD cartoons like Hulk and Spiderman and is loving watching me play through lego marvel, he's taken a liking to deadpool.
Got him some of the Marvel Masher toys for Christmas and some Guardians lego
TheDarkKnight774
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I second this nomination
Zombine/Ed, thanks for the suggestions. Marvel Unlimited sounds like a great shout, will give it a go, Jeff, we sound like we're in similar positions, although my son is only 8 months old so at the moment this is purely for Dad, looking forward to the time I can buy cool toys and claim they're for him!
I wonder how much the avengers films and origin stories boosted reader numbers for Marvel. Do they release circulation/sales numbers?
I wonder how much the avengers films and origin stories boosted reader numbers for Marvel. Do they release circulation/sales numbers?
Suggesting Superior Spiderman is difficult due to the fact that there is quite a lot that leads up to that book, and while it is a great take on the character
until it craps out at the end
Jeff Albertson
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Ha ha most the things we have bought I would like for myself, Star Wars lego, Star Wars toys etc it's a perk of the job
They do have sales figures monthly like video games, but the sad fact of it all is that the movie fans truthfully couldn't care less about reading. An issue or two might see a spike, but then the book slides right back to where it normally is. Kids and parents don't have the money to keep up with the hobby, and the people who pick up a single issue of Guardians or whatever due to seeing the movie can't be bothered to see the hobby through. We'll never hit 90s numbers again.
Tyrant Rave
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My go-to starter books that are actually really good:
Hawkeye by Matt Fraction - Even if you don't have much of an interest in the character, at least give it a shot. It's a very different take on the character and kind of focuses on what he does when he's not hanging with the squad. The artwork is consistently amazing throughout and the characters are just a lot of fun to follow. Three paperback trades are out right now with a fourth on the way, or you can buy the oversized hardcover and wait for the second sometime next year. Or you can ball hard and buy the omnibus.
Superior Foes of Spider-Man - Has nothing to do with Spider-Man. It's a comedy book about a group of loser supervillains and it's hilarious. Two paperback trades out right now with a third next year to finish it off. Buy it.
Daredevil by Mark Waid - Fun, good art, easy to get into. I'm not a big DD guy and I loved what I've read.
Additionally, check out random volume 1s from the Marvel NOW! lineup. It's easy to jump into Captain America, Avengers, Spider-Man, etc. right now.
edit: hrm I don't think any of my suggestions are really kid friendly lol
Well I'm doing my part. Just signed up for unlimited, about to get cracking on Ultimate Spider-Man!
It makes me smile remembering my dad building my lego models for me when I was too young, I used to think he was being kind now I know it was all about him!Ha ha most the things we have bought I would like for myself, Star Wars lego, Star Wars toys etc it's a perk of the job
BuddyJoeHooker
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Okay, that is a lot younger then I thought.
I going to take back my original suggestion and say the Marvel Adventures line would be great for a kid that age, also the Ultimate Spider-Man comics based of the cartoons would be good.
Try Runaways! That series was really fantastic and its up there.
TheDarkKnight774
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If you're willing to stray from marvel to Dc For your kids reading, check out tiny titans. It's amazing work
Also for young kids look into the Franklin Richards books
Also for young kids look into the Franklin Richards books
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One- pair of posing hands
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One- interchangeable boot with pistol holster
One- pistol
One- sniper rifle
One- removable utility belt
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One- grappling hook with climbing rope
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One- articulated figure stand for multiple dynamic figure poses
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This One:12 Collective Dark Knight Returns Batman limited edition will be exclusively available at MezcoDirect.com beginning on Black Friday (November 28th)
There's going to be so many Batboners around here after this comes out.
TetraxShards
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Sold out already. =(
Probably for the best, I don't even want to imagine the customs charges.
Probably for the best, I don't even want to imagine the customs charges.
I don't know if it's actually pre-sold out though. Keep an eye out because there are a ton of exclusives that have a Black Friday exclusive launch. Funimation has an exclusive Goku Pop vinyl on friday.
Jeff Albertson
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Thanks again
Really this is more for me but may look into those, he's got some DC superfriends books like this
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0857511297/
He loves those but obviously they aren't comics, I'll probably stick to that sort of thing with him and get the comics for myself.
https://twitter.com/kierongillen/status/536656634962264064
The actual comic(?) will never live up to this but I am p hyped
The actual comic(?) will never live up to this but I am p hyped
ViewtifulJC
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Usually I'm against "its like x thing you like meets y thing you like", but I make exceptions for Doom Patrol and Strange Days Hewligan's Haircut.
Tyrant Rave
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I like Doom Patrol
Usually I'm against "its like x thing you like meets y thing you like", but I make exceptions for Doom Patrol and Strange Days Hewligan's Haircut.
I love Hewligan's Haircut like I love few things in life and there's a case to be made that those 3 issues of Strange Days are the Best Comics Ever
TheDarkKnight774
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Oh CMX and Marvel. Your Monday sale is a great troll
Guardians of the Galaxy sale
https://www.comixology.com/Guardians-of-the-Galaxy-by-Brian-Michael-Bendis/page/4343?tid=B141124001_Marvel_Guardians_All_New_X_Men_Sale&utm_source=brick&utm_medium=sale&utm_campaign=B141124001_Marvel_Guardians_All_New_X_Men_Sale&utm_content=Marvel&ref=c2l0ZS9pbmRleC90YWJsZXQvbGFyZ2VDYXJvdXNlbA
By Bendis!
Guardians of the Galaxy sale
https://www.comixology.com/Guardians-of-the-Galaxy-by-Brian-Michael-Bendis/page/4343?tid=B141124001_Marvel_Guardians_All_New_X_Men_Sale&utm_source=brick&utm_medium=sale&utm_campaign=B141124001_Marvel_Guardians_All_New_X_Men_Sale&utm_content=Marvel&ref=c2l0ZS9pbmRleC90YWJsZXQvbGFyZ2VDYXJvdXNlbA
By Bendis!
brehs...I'll never make fun of ya'll enjoyment of 2014 Harley comics againafter spending some time at Barles and Nobles today. Some of the opinions I overheard were...very sus dudes. TRIGGER WARNINGuntil December's OT
And you think I am unreasonable. You guys have it good with me.
after reading that MCU slobberfest thread, I'm inclined to think it's almost guaranteed.
Tizoc
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Just saw your post so hope I can help.
As someone recently mentioned Ultimate Spiderman by Bendis is a good series to read.
It's a modern re-envisioning of Spiderman, and had some great stories and characters.
The original Spiderman by Stan Leee and Steve Ditko is also good, but might not appeal to everyone unless you can deal with the 60s setting, writing style etc.
JMS' Spiderman run is a personal favourite, just get all books that featured John Romita Jr. as the artist.
That's it off the top of my head atm. Oh and do give 'Superior Foes of Spiderman' a read, it does not feature Spiderman but is a hilarious and fun series.
For a darker Spiderman story maybe consider 'Kraven's Last Hunt'.
Spiderman was a member of the Avengers in the mid 2000s New Avengers series by Bendis, but maybe check that one later and focus on the 3 Spiderman runs I mentioned above.
TheDarkKnight774
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Latest IST impulse purchase. This one I blame Korrupt for his praise of Teen Titan Earth One opening the door. And once in, I gotta cross the free shipping threshold!
TEEN TITANS EARTH ONE HC VOL 01
DISNEY ROSA DUCK LIBRARY HC BOX SET VOL 01 & 02
SAGA DLX ED HC VOL 01
TEEN TITANS EARTH ONE HC VOL 01
DISNEY ROSA DUCK LIBRARY HC BOX SET VOL 01 & 02
SAGA DLX ED HC VOL 01
KoruptData
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It's good. But.......if you haven't noticed by now, I find redeeming qualities in stuff people here consider shit.
In other news, my wife finally read the trio of Supes/WW, Supergirl, and WW. My order of favorites was Supergirl, SM/WW, WW and hers was SM/WW, Supergirl, WW. So WW is being dropped. We will buy the top 2 next month and drop the 2nd place after that.
Thanks mate, will check them out!
I had a flick through ultimate before I went to bed and looked at some of the freebies, that thing looks like a major time sink! Thanks to those who suggested it.
But I am a horrible person on the real people scale
You're real to me
Tizoc
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I'm very disappointed in myself. I gave the Mega Man comic a go and it was fun. It wasn't like the best shit ever, but I did enjoy it.
Tizoc
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Keep reading, they get better. I will agree that the art won't appeal to everyone, I just take it for what it is and enjoy the writing.
Lol at the very least it's better than Zenescope.
ThyMusicMan
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DaList
DARKHORSE:
BALTIMORE: THE WOLF AND THE APOSTLE #2/2
POP #4/4
DC COMICS:
ARKHAM MANOR #2
BATMAN BEYOND UNIVERSE #16
BATMAN ETERNAL #34
CATWOMAN #36
GOTHAM BY MIDNIGHT #1
SUPERMAN #36
IMAGE:
RASPUTIN #2
DARKHORSE:
BALTIMORE: THE WOLF AND THE APOSTLE #2/2
POP #4/4
DC COMICS:
ARKHAM MANOR #2
BATMAN BEYOND UNIVERSE #16
BATMAN ETERNAL #34
CATWOMAN #36
GOTHAM BY MIDNIGHT #1
SUPERMAN #36
IMAGE:
RASPUTIN #2
Last week was a big week in comics for me, this week's a little better, but I might sto need to trim my pull list.
Grills Memorial Book of the Week:
The Superior Foes of Spider-Man #17
Also Getting:
Amazing X-Men #13
Arkham Manor #2
Catwoman #36
Cyclops #7
Secret Avengers #10
Superman #36
Trees #7
The Unwritten: Apocalypse #11
Wolverine and the X-Men #12
Might Pick Up As Apparently It Has An 8-Page Spread:
Ody-C #1
It's Spider-Verse So I Guess I'll Try It?:
Scarlet Spiders #1
Grills Memorial Book of the Week:
The Superior Foes of Spider-Man #17
Also Getting:
Amazing X-Men #13
Arkham Manor #2
Catwoman #36
Cyclops #7
Secret Avengers #10
Superman #36
Trees #7
The Unwritten: Apocalypse #11
Wolverine and the X-Men #12
Might Pick Up As Apparently It Has An 8-Page Spread:
Ody-C #1
It's Spider-Verse So I Guess I'll Try It?:
Scarlet Spiders #1
Axis #4 was great, i love the goofiness of this that other events try to hide. The Avengers stuff is the weakest link outside of
. Maybe Rememder is just bad at the Red Skull stuff, his opening Uncanny Avengers arc with skull and avengers/x-men together was poor and the opening to Axis was similar. Random 8/10
Hulk's hulk. Remender is a little too heavy with "this does not concern me so i do not care" agreement, he needs to have fewer avengers say that one after the other and more showing it
ThyMusicMan
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I'm right there with ya,,, I have to start cutting some books, Ive dropped Amazing Spiderman and Batman / Superman recently
But... but... why?!
ThyMusicMan
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Idk just looking for books to drop,, I wasn't crazy about this last issue.
New artists didn't grab me much,, there is a chance I will still check out the next issue,, ya know just to make sure I don't want it. lol
I liked that last arc with all that Lae Lee art
Tyrant Rave
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Read more Casanova
Really enjoying this so far. It's definitely denser than all of the other Fraction stuff I've read and it reminds me why I love his work so much. He's very open about how he feels and it really shows with how his characters talk and think (Jon and Suzie in Sex Crims are good examples of him being real). The art and coloring have been great too. There's boobs too, which is always nice.
Really enjoying this so far. It's definitely denser than all of the other Fraction stuff I've read and it reminds me why I love his work so much. He's very open about how he feels and it really shows with how his characters talk and think (Jon and Suzie in Sex Crims are good examples of him being real). The art and coloring have been great too. There's boobs too, which is always nice.
Freezasaurus
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I'm probably going to drop Spidey, too. But I'm waiting until Spider-verse is over. Can't wait for Spider-Gwen in February.
Guys, sorry about the non comics post. Pls don't be angry. But, I made it onto the TV.
I'm in the yellow
Messi on Messi action.
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Other than that I read the two most recent Batman Eternal issues and I think I've come back around on Eternal. It's an enjoyable read right now but it seems slightly pointless with other books skipping to the future.
I'm in the yellow
Messi on Messi action.
Also Suarez
My view
Other than that I read the two most recent Batman Eternal issues and I think I've come back around on Eternal. It's an enjoyable read right now but it seems slightly pointless with other books skipping to the future.
Tyrant Rave
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Messi, you should have brought a sign that said "Read Harley Quinn"
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