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[Cheska]

Okay, now I'm mad.
I was just about to place my order on CGN and I was SUPER excited about it, mostly because I saw that Strangers in Paradise was 50% off, making it $50, and I was already really excited that it was only $62.50 on Amazon and was planning to order it soon. And also obviously the super good deal on Hellboy Library Edition 3 (which is the next one I needed anyways) and BPRD: Plague of Frogs HC 1. And Batman 66 volume 2, and Hawkworld, and Stray Bullets Uber Alles edition.
ANYWAYS, was just about to place that order when I saw that not only was there a $7 shipping fee (which I was anticipating), but there was $12 in taxes as well. I did a quick calculation and realized that ordering from IST would only be marginally more expensive, so I might as well place the order from there when I'm more inclined to spend money.
I was really excited to do a massive impulse buy, too... I wasn't necessarily planning to get any of those books anytime soon, but they were all books I really wanted so it would've been great to have an excuse to get them.
Oooh well.

That's one of the reasons I don't order from CGN, because is Cali folks always have to suffer the shipping and taxes

I had put some hardcovers in my cart and ended up passing too because it just wasn't enough of a good deal to jump on this now.

 

[my name is ed]

Okay, now I'm mad.
I was just about to place my order on CGN and I was SUPER excited about it, mostly because I saw that Strangers in Paradise was 50% off, making it $50, and I was already really excited that it was only $62.50 on Amazon and was planning to order it soon. And also obviously the super good deal on Hellboy Library Edition 3 (which is the next one I needed anyways) and BPRD: Plague of Frogs HC 1. And Batman 66 volume 2, and Hawkworld, and Stray Bullets Uber Alles edition.
ANYWAYS, was just about to place that order when I saw that not only was there a $7 shipping fee (which I was anticipating), but there was $12 in taxes as well. I did a quick calculation and realized that ordering from IST would only be marginally more expensive, so I might as well place the order from there when I'm more inclined to spend money.
I was really excited to do a massive impulse buy, too... I wasn't necessarily planning to get any of those books anytime soon, but they were all books I really wanted so it would've been great to have an excuse to get them.
Oooh well.

Yeah I really want to make a great big order, but its probably smart to hold off a bit and see if IST will have anything going on

I'm waiting for the Promethea Immateria edition. It'll happen eventually. And it's going to be in the original wide format.

Are there any news on this? All I see are year old articles saying its dead

 

[Kipp]

That's one of the reasons I don't order from CGN, because is Cali folks always have to suffer the shipping and taxes

I had put some hardcovers in my cart and ended up passing too because it just wasn't enough of a good deal to jump on this now.

Yeah, I really, really wanted it to be worth it, but it just wasn't.

Yeah I really want to make a great big order, but its probably smart to hold off a bit and see if IST will have anything going on

I'm really hoping IST has a similar sale too. And I really hope it also includes 50% off Strangers in Paradise, because CGN's massive tease got me really, really wanting to buy that very soon.

 

[Cade]

#NoTaxRepresent

Would've picked up that Sixth Gun Gunslinger edition if I hadn't spent too much on shit recently already

 

[TheDarkKnight774]

It's one of the best books that nobody talks about here. I'm just as guilty, I guess. I figured nobody would be interested.

I read one issue. Then didn't hear/see much buzz and stopped

Also I'm ashamed to admit it but I get excited for the CMX sale updates. Especially the DC Tuesday since they've been known to go all out. I wonder if one happens or is it all tied to a Black Friday deal. Well see!

 

[Tendo]

Just finished Pax Americana. I feel like I did the first time I watched Donnie Darko. I loved it, but I'm not entirely too sure what just happened. Any good websites or breakdowns? Going to do a reread tomorrow.

Also - it is listed as issue 1 on comixology. I thought this was a single issue? Is this going to be a mini?

 

[slightconfuse]

Just finished Pax Americana. I feel like I did the first time I watched Donnie Darko. I loved it, but I'm not entirely too sure what just happened. Any good websites or breakdowns? Going to do a reread tomorrow.

Also - it is listed as issue 1 on comixology. I thought this was a single issue? Is this going to be a mini?

Every issue of multiversity is a #1

 

[Tyrant Rave]

Just finished Pax Americana. I feel like I did the first time I watched Donnie Darko. I loved it, but I'm not entirely too sure what just happened. Any good websites or breakdowns? Going to do a reread tomorrow.

Also - it is listed as issue 1 on comixology. I thought this was a single issue? Is this going to be a mini?

It is a single issue. Multiversity is basically a collection of one-shots surrounded by book-ends.

I started Pax but I haven't finished yet lol

 

[Tendo]

Every issue of multiversity is a #1

Damn. That was amazing. I'll have to grab the other 3 issues so far.

 

[TheDarkKnight774]

The mega Batman 750 issue sale is back on CMX for those that missed it last time
https://www.comixology.com/Batman-750-Sale/page/4354/?tid=B141126005_DC_Batman_750_Sale&utm_source=brick&utm_medium=sale&utm_campaign=B141126005_DC_Batman_750_Sale&utm_content=DC&ref=c2l0ZS9pbmRleC90YWJsZXQvbGFyZ2VDYXJvdXNlbA&list2983_pg=2

And a Teen Titans 101 sale. Might round out the digital Johns run
https://www.comixology.com/Teen-Titans-101-Sale/page/4256/?tid=B141125001_DC_Teen_Titans_Sale&utm_source=brick&utm_medium=sale&utm_campaign=B141125001_DC_Teen_Titans_Sale&utm_content=DC&ref=c2l0ZS9pbmRleC90YWJsZXQvc21hbGxDYXJvdXNlbA

 

[Owzers]

how did we like Batman Black and White #1-4, the most recent series?

 

[TheDarkKnight774]

how did we like Batman Black and White #1-4, the most recent series?

An average pale imitation of the original amazing series

 

[Tyrant Rave]

The mega Batman 750 issue sale is back on CMX for those that missed it last time
https://www.comixology.com/Batman-750-Sale/page/4354/?tid=B141126005_DC_Batman_750_Sale&utm_source=brick&utm_medium=sale&utm_campaign=B141126005_DC_Batman_750_Sale&utm_content=DC&ref=c2l0ZS9pbmRleC90YWJsZXQvbGFyZ2VDYXJvdXNlbA&list2983_pg=2

And a Teen Titans 101 sale. Might round out the digital Johns run
https://www.comixology.com/Teen-Titans-101-Sale/page/4256/?tid=B141125001_DC_Teen_Titans_Sale&utm_source=brick&utm_medium=sale&utm_campaign=B141125001_DC_Teen_Titans_Sale&utm_content=DC&ref=c2l0ZS9pbmRleC90YWJsZXQvc21hbGxDYXJvdXNlbA

So what's good in that Teen Titans sale?

 

[slightconfuse]

So what's good in that Teen Titans sale?

Geoff johns run

Also can't go wrong with wolf man/ Perez new teen titans

 

[TheDarkKnight774]

So what's good in that Teen Titans sale?

Well strictly TT related (I don't know why infinite crisis is in the sale) it's the wolf man/Perez issues but they only have 6 issues of their run. So really it's johns TT run that's worth a look.

Stay away from all the N52 issues they have on sale


Also TMNT minis are back on sale. The Turtles in time now updates from their previous sale.
https://www.comixology.com/TMNT-Minis-Sale/page/4213?ref=c2l0ZS9pbmRleC90YWJsZXQvc21hbGxDYXJvdXNlbA

 

[Tyrant Rave]

Ah shit, Liefeld did some Teen Titans? Is it as amazing as it sounds on paper?

Spoiler

thanks guys

 

[Father_Brain]

Ah shit, Liefeld did some Teen Titans? Is it as amazing as it sounds on paper?

Spoiler

thanks guys

 

[Owzers]

Axis through issue #6: I read the black boxes page, that was poor. And now that we are at this stage, i have to say

Spoiler

not showing the X-Men and Apocalypse take over New York is without excuse. They had time to show nothing instead.

I'm downgrading the series because of that. Random 5/10.

 

[KoruptData]

how did we like Batman Black and White #1-4, the most recent series?

Nothing stands out except Neil Adams story just because they made a statue out of it.

 

[evilpigking]

Completely unrelated to anything recent but with the upcoming Hawkeye omni I really hope they do a OHC vol 2 otherwise they are going to burn a lot of people. Pretty much means I'll stop buying collections til they are all done or there are multiple volumes out.

 

[Owzers]

Completely unrelated to anything recent but with the upcoming Hawkeye omni I really hope they do a OHC vol 2 otherwise they are going to burn a lot of people. Pretty much means I'll stop buying collections til they are all done or there are multiple volumes out.

i think comics-gaf already linked to a vol 2 ohc on amazon coming out in june-ish next year.

 

[Filthy Slug]

how did we like Batman Black and White #1-4, the most recent series?

Nothing stands out except Neil Adams story just because they made a statue out of it.

I thought the Dustin Nguyen and Cliff Chiang stories were excellent. Also really liked the Rafael Grampa story. I don't remember them all, but there are a few totally solid short stories, and a whole lot of great fucking art throughout the series.

 

[Tyrant Rave]

Completely unrelated to anything recent but with the upcoming Hawkeye omni I really hope they do a OHC vol 2 otherwise they are going to burn a lot of people. Pretty much means I'll stop buying collections til they are all done or there are multiple volumes out.

A second OHC is coming out, do not worry

 

[Serpentine]

Ah shit, Liefeld did some Teen Titans? Is it as amazing as it sounds on paper?

Spoiler

thanks guys

Gail Simone writing, too! What an odd combination for a fill in

 

[MG310]

Axis through issue #6: I read the black boxes page, that was poor. And now that we are at this stage, i have to say

Spoiler

not showing the X-Men and Apocalypse take over New York is without excuse. They had time to show nothing instead.

I'm downgrading the series because of that. Random 5/10.

Gotta save something for the tie-ins.

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

Hawkeye vs Deadpool 2

I absolutely love this crossover. Both recent solo titles for Hawkeye and Deadpool have been fantastic, and this crossover is... equally fantastic! I still don't understand why

Spoiler

Black Cat

is a murderous villain, but fuck it, I'll run with it. The art is bold and energetic. The writing captures all the characters' really well. Love how Clint, Kate, Wade, and Adsit all interact with each other. Just a ton of fun!

Wytches 2

Special shout out to Jock. Christ, the perfect choice for this book. His scratchy but clean but fucking surreal work is amazing. One bit at the ending heavily echoed David Lynch for me. Really creepy stuff.

And that ending. WHAT.

Gotham Academy 2

I'm still really liking the sinisterly charming world that Olive and Maps inhabit (even despite the CWness of some of the conflict and romance), but I'm not a huge fan of that ending. Loved the build up, but the reveal that

Spoiler

it's just Olive's bitchy classmate and not a legit creepy cult and then Olive has pyrokinetic powers? Was a little disappointing

Black Widow 12

Guest-starring Anderson Cooper! For some reason! Lol!? Good issue. At least Nat finally seems to be having fun before the next hilariously dour tragedy happens to hear speaking of which, what the hell, Edmondson!? But honestly? I saw that ending coming and was not surprised. But seriously: Why is Anderson Cooper in this? It's like they could have just filmed this issue and had it as a bonus for the Captain America: Winter Soldier blu-ray.

Moon Knight 9

Okay, so I spent the previous four months shitting on Brian Wood, and for good reason. His previous two issues sucked. This one? Shows promise. It's hilariously preachy and overly wordy in its dialogue, but that end twist? Pretty goddamn fantastic. I didn't see that one coming. The art is really good, Smallwood's doing his damn best to think out of the box and experiment, and it's appreciated.

Wood's no Ellis, but this is pretty decent. The one issue is... he writes Moon Knight as a hypocritical man (but does rightly call him out on it) but Ellis wrote him as a genuinely cracked specter. It's hard to put into words, but I find the Ellis interpretation more fascinating. Still, I'll stick with Moon Knight. I'm intrigued to see where it goes.

That said, with this issue, Wood's basically ditched the one shot structure of the series.

Punisher 12

While I never would have imagined in a million years Frank Castle saying he made something his bitch, that last shot made me giddy as fuck. NEXT ISSUE IS GONNA BE OFF THE FUCKING CHAIN! This series to date has been a great action series, and it looks like they're building up to a bloody climax here. I think 13 will be a bit of a breather before 14 sets LA ablaze.

Basically, this issue is How Frank Castle Got His Groove Back. Gerad's art is great (I don't think he traced this time? LOL, I dunno). I hope after Issue 18, Edmondson and Gerad stick around.

One interesting thing though is the reference to the gangsters trying to take over the city as the "have nots". It's very, very easy for people to interpret this in dark socially conscious ways.

But then again all the bad guys are douchebag gangbangers throwing molotov cocktails at people and murdering reporters, so fuck them.

 

[Vio-Lence]

finally read Pax. 100% lived up to the hype. god tier issue.

 

[TheKaeptain]

finally read Pax. 100% lived up to the hype. god tier issue.

See this is why you're one of my favorites.

 

[BuddyJoeHooker]

Reading some back issues of the JMS/JRJR Amazing Spider-Man run and can't help but wonder why they haven't made it into an omnibus yet. It works pretty perfectly if they just do the John Romita JR issues. Seriously some of the best representation of the Peter/MJ marriage and Peter as a teacher works incredibly well. Also damn at these feel good moments.

 

[Mistouze]

finally read Pax. 100% lived up to the hype. god tier issue.

Yeah, a 40 page mic drop indeed. Loved it, need to re-read it some more.

Gotta hunt down The Just btw, how was it?

 

[Messi]

Nothing stands out except Neil Adams story just because they made a statue out of it.

The Harley and Ivy story drawn by Joe Quinones is notable.

I thought the Dustin Nguyen and Cliff Chiang stories were excellent. Also really liked the Rafael Grampa story. I don't remember them all, but there are a few totally solid short stories, and a whole lot of great fucking art throughout the series.

I totally agree.

 

[Vio-Lence]

See this is why you're one of my favorites.

I was up late watching the rioting in Ferguson before starting Pax, I didn't get to bed until like 2:30. Fell deep down the rabbit hole. Read the issue, front to back, and back to front where it made sense piecing together past, present, and future. 38 pages packed with detail. Then I read a page by page breakdown of the issue and picked up some nice hidden details I missed.

Kudos to Me. Potato head because that was master class of sequential art. I'd say more but I got a toddler to feed.

 

[wetflame]

Aw yeah, I just remembered that Unbeatable Squirrel Girl is a thing. Next year can't come soon enough.

 

[KoruptData]

I thought the Dustin Nguyen and Cliff Chiang stories were excellent. Also really liked the Rafael Grampa story. I don't remember them all, but there are a few totally solid short stories, and a whole lot of great fucking art throughout the series.

The Harley and Ivy story drawn by Joe Quinones is notable.





I totally agree.

It's sillymonkey guys. Really, though, I read them all and already forgot those stories. The only Batman short story that has stuck with me was Rafael Albuquerque's Legends of the Dark Knight story. It was amazing. I just can't recomment $5 books for a few short stories.

 

[E the Shaggy]

Picked up the stuff below from the Cheap Graphic Novels sale:

Batman Vol 1: Court of Owls
Stray Bullets: Uber Allies Edition
Daredevil Vol 1: Devil at the Bay
Ultimate Comics Spiderman: Death of Spiderman Fallout
Ellis' Moon Knight
War of Kings

Came out to $70. Not too shabby.

 

[Fintan]

Reading some back issues of the JMS/JRJR Amazing Spider-Man run and can't help but wonder why they haven't made it into an omnibus yet. It works pretty perfectly if they just do the John Romita JR issues. Seriously some of the best representation of the Peter/MJ marriage and Peter as a teacher works incredibly well. Also damn at these feel good moments.

The last time I really enjoyed JRJR art. His Spider-Man in this run is still my favourite.

 

[Owzers]

Gotta save something for the tie-ins.

Is that in a tie-in? Usually that's what hurts events the most.

 

[BenjaminBirdie]

So Michelle MacLaren is officially developing/directing the upcoming Wonder Woman film. I'm glad DC/WB is making a point to go with diversity regarding their super hero movies, but when you have Gal Gadot as Diana, I can't help but feel like this is all hollow marketing to show they're doing something better than Marvel. Wonder Woman shouldn't look like a skinny supermodel...

This is AMAZING.

WAY more excited about McClaren work than the craptastic Snyder.

 

[Lashley]

Guys, stopped reading Green Lantern after Johns last run where Sinestro

Spoiler

killed the guardians

What have I missed so far, and where is a good jumping on points? Any essential comics to pick up each month?

Thanks.

 

[Pai Pai Master]

My pick-ups from the CGN sale:

Daredevil (Bendis/Maleev) vols 1-2
Hulk (Waid) vol 1
Thor (JMS) vols 1-3
Inhuman vol 1
The Wicked + The Divine vol 1

 

[TetraxShards]

Reading some back issues of the JMS/JRJR Amazing Spider-Man run and can't help but wonder why they haven't made it into an omnibus yet. It works pretty perfectly if they just do the John Romita JR issues. Seriously some of the best representation of the Peter/MJ marriage and Peter as a teacher works incredibly well. Also damn at these feel good moments.

I'm reading this as well, and I would buy the hell out of that omnibus. As much as I enjoyed Brand New Day, I do love the maturing of the cast. The issue where

Spoiler

Aunt May discovers that Peter is Spider-Man and they talk about it

would probably make my Desert Island Comics list.

 

[TetraxShards]

Convergence Week 3 announcements.

BATMAN AND THE OUTSIDERS
Writer: Marc Andreyko
Artist: Carlos D’Anda
Colorist: Gabe Eltaeb

After a year under the dome, the Outsiders have gone their separate ways, but when OMAC attacks, Batman must find out if they have what it takes to still be a team.

ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN

Writer: Marv Wolfman
Artists: Roberto Viacava and Andy Owens
Colorist: Sotocolor

Superman and Supergirl try to escape the city through the Phantom Zone, but they enter a portion they’ve never seen before and learn that Supergirl is destined to die if they return to their proper time and dimension. True story.

WONDER WOMAN

Writer: Larry Hama
Art and Color: Josh Middleton

White-jumpsuit-clad Diana Prince is in the grips of a Domesday cult when her lover Steve Trevor leaps into the fray to save Etta Candy from vampires of Red Rain.

THE FLASH

Writer: Dan Abnett
Artist: Federico Dallocchio
Colorist: Veronica Gandini

Trapped in Gotham, Barry Allen has nowhere to run. He fights on, seeking justice as well as a way to save the city. But he faces a Tangent Universe foe that thinks faster than the Flash could ever move.

SUPERBOY AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES

Writer: Stuart Moore
Artists: Gus Storms and Mark Farmer
Colorist: John Rauch

While Brainiac 5 struggles to break through the dome, Superboy tries to keep the Legion of Super-Heroes spirits up—but then the Atomic Knights ride into town.

GREEN LANTERN CORPS

Writer: David Gallaher
Artists: Steve Ellis and Ande Parks
Colorist: Hi-Fi

Say the Oath, save the world! If only being the Green Lantern Corps was that easy. Hal has resigned, John is busy, and Guy is pissed. Together for the first time—they’ll save Gotham or die trying.

SWAMP THING

Writer: Len Wein
Artist: Kelley Jones
Colorist: Michelle Madsen

Swamp Thing struggles to survive when the dome cuts off his contact with the Green.

JUSTICE LEAGUE AMERICA

Writer: Fabian Nicieza
Artist: ChrisCross
Colorist: Snakebite Cortez

With their heavy hitters sidelined, Elongated Man must lead the much-maligned “Detroit Justice League” against the overwhelming power of the heroes from the Tangent Universe!

HAWKMAN

Writer: Jeff Parker
Artists: Tim Truman and Enrique Alcatena
Colorist: John Kalisz

Hawkman and Hawkgirl put their Shadow War on hold as they face the anthropomorphic might of rat-men and bat-men in the deadly land of Kamandi!

NEW TEEN TITANS

Writer: Marv Wolfman
Artists: Nicola Scott and Marc Deering
Colorist: Jeromy Cox

Titans Together! Fighting against the might of the Tangent Universe’s Doom Patrol, we are reminded why this is the greatest Titans team of all.

80S TITANS HYPE! The best Teen Titans.

 

[PaulExcellent]

Alright, what should I get for a guy that's all caught up with the Marvel film universe and wants a preview of the next stuff that's going to come out?
We just watched Guardians of the Galaxy and he's ready for more.
Please help me, GAF. You're my only hope.

 

[TetraxShards]

Alright, what should I get for a guy that's all caught up with the Marvel film universe and wants a preview of the next stuff that's going to come out?
We just watched Guardians of the Galaxy and he's ready for more.
Please help me, GAF. You're my only hope.

Avengers: Ultron Unlimited
Thor: God of Thunder - The God Butcher (not very related to Ragnarok, but I read it last night and it's awesome)
Black Panther: Secret Invasion
Captain Marvel: In Pursuit of Flight
Silent War (Inhumans)
The Infinity Gauntlet (I really hope they fit in the "As long as one man stands against you, Thanos...." line into the film)

 

[slightconfuse]

All this,sounds amazing

NEW TEEN TITANS

Writer: Marv Wolfman
Artists: Nicola Scott and Marc Deering
Colorist: Jeromy Cox

Titans Together! Fighting against the might of the Tangent Universe’s Doom Patrol, we are reminded why this is the greatest Titans team of all.

Also,lamp,Larry,hama,on wonder,woman

 

[PaulExcellent]

Avengers: Ultron Unlimited
Thor: God of Thunder - The God Butcher (not very related to Ragnarok, but I read it last night and it's awesome)
Black Panther: Secret Invasion
Captain Marvel: In Pursuit of Flight
Silent War (Inhumans)
The Infinity Gauntlet (I really hope they fit in the "As long as one man stands against you, Thanos...." line into the film)

I thank you forever.
Now... Where is the best place to buy comics online? I don't think he would be too into reading these digitally... >.>

 

[Beaniedude]

I just want everyone to know that my copy of Pax Americana is currently soaked in coffee.
That is all.
I will now return to lurking.

 

[Baron von Loathsome]

I thank you forever.
Now... Where is the best place to buy comics online? I don't think he would be too into reading these digitally... >.>

instocktrades.com is a good start.

 

[Pai Pai Master]

I thank you forever.
Now... Where is the best place to buy comics online? I don't think he would be too into reading these digitally... >.>

instrocktrades.com and cheapgraphicnovels.com are your best bet for ordering hardcovers and trade paperbacks online.

For Inhumans I would recommend starting with the 1998 series by Paul Jenkins and Jae Lee. If you like it, then read Decimation: Son of M and Silent War.

 

[TetraxShards]

I thank you forever.
Now... Where is the best place to buy comics online? I don't think he would be too into reading these digitally... >.>

If you're in the US, In Stock Trades.

If EU, I get my books from Amazon UK and Book Depository. Book Depository is slow, but they are cheap and delivery is free with no minimum spend.