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COMICS! |OT| October 2014. Witches, wytches, and things that go GROOT in the night.
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TerminalDogma
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My X-Statix Omni came in today! First Omni I have bought....wow it's REALLY big. Are they all this huge? Feeling pretty sick so I haven't started reading it yet, but I am looking forward to it.
Smash has taken up a lot of time since Friday so I haven't even finished reading my books from last week. Really enjoyed the new Guardians 3000 though. And God Hates Astronauts was pretty funny (my LCS ran out of Issue 1 within a few hours of it opening, so I wasn't able to get that until last Weds, read em both back to back.) My friend got the new Thor and hasn't gotten around to giving me his digital code so I dunno about that yet, he said he fell asleep reading it though so I'm not too enthused. Still have Winter Solider to read. Oh, and Edge of Spider-Verse was pretty bleh. First one I wasn't really feeling. Also still have Low issue 3 from a couple weeks back to read, and trade paper backs of Saga 2 and 3, and the first TPB of Black Science.
I've only read the first 3 trades of Uncanny Avengers (aka what was up on Marvel Unlimited), think it's fine for me to jump into Axis or should I just wait until I'm all caught up with Uncanny Avengers?
Smash has taken up a lot of time since Friday so I haven't even finished reading my books from last week. Really enjoyed the new Guardians 3000 though. And God Hates Astronauts was pretty funny (my LCS ran out of Issue 1 within a few hours of it opening, so I wasn't able to get that until last Weds, read em both back to back.) My friend got the new Thor and hasn't gotten around to giving me his digital code so I dunno about that yet, he said he fell asleep reading it though so I'm not too enthused. Still have Winter Solider to read. Oh, and Edge of Spider-Verse was pretty bleh. First one I wasn't really feeling. Also still have Low issue 3 from a couple weeks back to read, and trade paper backs of Saga 2 and 3, and the first TPB of Black Science.
I've only read the first 3 trades of Uncanny Avengers (aka what was up on Marvel Unlimited), think it's fine for me to jump into Axis or should I just wait until I'm all caught up with Uncanny Avengers?
Nice!
X-Statix is definitely one of the bigger omnibuses. Ironically, it's the smallest omnibus I own though...
But as far as Marvel omnibuses go, that's one of the biggest ones for sure.
Let us know how you like it when you get to reading it! Feel better soon!
indigo-cyclops
Member
Yo Kipp, what's that avatar of yours?
Cassidy from Preacher drawn by Steve Dillon!
I just realized how long I've had that avatar, since I made it my avatar when I was first reading Preacher and I was just posting about how I'm excited to reread Preacher.
my name is ed
Banned
So I finally got settled from regular work schedule and doing Austin Wizard World. I kinda wanted to let you guys know how things went.
I guess first thing of note is that the con went from Th-Sa. This is unusual but apparently they couldn't book the venue for Sunday. Combined with the Austin City Limits festival and the Longhorn game, it made for a quieter than usual convention.
For the con, I had some comics I've done, prints and original pieces of artwork. To my surprise, people were actually most interested in getting commissions done which is cool. Here are a few of the ones I did.
I think that I spent about 90% of my time working on commissions. I'm actually still finishing up a few from the con. Being a local artist helps.
Unfortunately, I did not get a chance to talk to many artists. Almost all my time was spent hustlin. I did go up to Phil Noto and tell him how beautiful I think his work is. Unfortunately, I didn't get a chance to talk to Kevin McGuire or Kevin Wada.
Despite selling my stuff at what I think were really good prices, people were hesitant to buy something even if they really really liked it. I blame this mostly on the high entry price. When you pay $60 just to get in, you have to be super picky. It's my job to make something a person likes enough to buy, but I think such a high entry price makes for a pretty tough barrier for a sale.
The other thing was that I don't think Wizard Worlds are all that focused on artists or comic book themselves. They seem to serve a wider public who is into any number of things, which is cool, but not all that beneficial for an artist tabling.
I did go to an after party drink n draw challenge and ended up placing which was cool. Marvel did portfolio reviews which were a complete surprise since no one knew they were gonna happen. I went digital over a year and half so I had almost nothing that showcased my current level of skill. Although I didn't have my new stuff, there reviewer was pretty favorable to me and said that if I continue on the way I am going, people will really take notice in a few years. Which is nice but they probably say that to everyone going in.
Anyway, next time I do a con will be a smaller, art/comic focused one. Also, I learned a few things like always get money for commissions up front because some people won't show up for them later.
Sorry for the wall of text.
I guess first thing of note is that the con went from Th-Sa. This is unusual but apparently they couldn't book the venue for Sunday. Combined with the Austin City Limits festival and the Longhorn game, it made for a quieter than usual convention.
For the con, I had some comics I've done, prints and original pieces of artwork. To my surprise, people were actually most interested in getting commissions done which is cool. Here are a few of the ones I did.
I think that I spent about 90% of my time working on commissions. I'm actually still finishing up a few from the con. Being a local artist helps.
Unfortunately, I did not get a chance to talk to many artists. Almost all my time was spent hustlin. I did go up to Phil Noto and tell him how beautiful I think his work is. Unfortunately, I didn't get a chance to talk to Kevin McGuire or Kevin Wada.
Despite selling my stuff at what I think were really good prices, people were hesitant to buy something even if they really really liked it. I blame this mostly on the high entry price. When you pay $60 just to get in, you have to be super picky. It's my job to make something a person likes enough to buy, but I think such a high entry price makes for a pretty tough barrier for a sale.
The other thing was that I don't think Wizard Worlds are all that focused on artists or comic book themselves. They seem to serve a wider public who is into any number of things, which is cool, but not all that beneficial for an artist tabling.
I did go to an after party drink n draw challenge and ended up placing which was cool. Marvel did portfolio reviews which were a complete surprise since no one knew they were gonna happen. I went digital over a year and half so I had almost nothing that showcased my current level of skill. Although I didn't have my new stuff, there reviewer was pretty favorable to me and said that if I continue on the way I am going, people will really take notice in a few years. Which is nice but they probably say that to everyone going in.
Anyway, next time I do a con will be a smaller, art/comic focused one. Also, I learned a few things like always get money for commissions up front because some people won't show up for them later.
Sorry for the wall of text.
Killa Sasa
Member
Lurked forever, first post in one of these. Hawkguy is a great read and I want to get it all, but I don't want to double dip on any issues. I bought the first hardcover - are there any collections or volumes I should buy to get back to currency, or do I just need to buy the individuals at this point?
For someone who likes a lot of stuff to come out of comics, I have bought a piss-poor amount of them (and know even less about actually finding them T_T). Prefer physical to digital by a long shot.
For someone who likes a lot of stuff to come out of comics, I have bought a piss-poor amount of them (and know even less about actually finding them T_T). Prefer physical to digital by a long shot.
Serpentine
Banned
good stuff, Ed! Wizard World Austin looked pretty cool, especially for a Wizard World show
I think Preacher might be the next old series I dive into. I'm pretty sure i'd love it
yo bro could you draw Ghost Rider
I think Preacher might be the next old series I dive into. I'm pretty sure i'd love it
Tyrant Rave
Banned
The next paperback, LA Woman, comes out this Wednesday at comic shops (two weeks later for everywhere else) so if you don't mind going paperback you can buy that. There's probably gonna be another hardcover next year collecting the rest of the series. The series had a lot of delays so that's why it's been a long time since the last two trades and the hardcover.
indigo-cyclops
Member
I couldn't quite place it when I first saw it. Very cool!
Rrongfield
Member
If you have the time, I'd love something TMNT-comicsGAF related.
Killa Sasa
Member
Thanks - will see how I feel about playing the waiting game after tomorrow.
indigo-cyclops
Member
I'd love a new cyclops avatar with a hint of Halloween, if you are feeling audacious.
You need to read Dangerous Habits, my friend
Tyrant Rave
Banned
If you like Hawkeye, check out Daredevil by Mark Waid and Superior Foes of Spider-Man!
GrandHarrier, I see you got Persona...
I really do. I think the main thing stopping me is I feel like I'd like to read the stuff that came before it too and I haven't gotten around to that yet.
Those commissions are fantastic! I love seeing your stuff.
I forget if you've said you've read any of the Ennis/Dillon Punisher stuff, but if you have, it's a really similar tone.
Also, some of the stuff in the series was a little too over-the-top for my taste (not really offensive to me, but I just didn't care for it), but it's a fantastic series. Really great character/relationship building. And of course a crazy and entertaining plot. It's definitely one of my favorite long-running series.
C'mon guys! You would all reply just about when I'm going to start getting ready for bed! Haha. And yes, I go to bed at 8:30pm like an elderly person.
But anyways, I'll very likely get to these tomorrow, so don't worry.
BenjaminBirdie
Banned
It's even better than you remember. It's the only comic I can quote word for word, years later. Even the Angels doing coke.
"FnorrrrrrfuckingYES!!!"
Even at the airport the other day I thought to myself "Walkway not fucking STANDWAY, GRANNY!!!"
Hahaha. Yesss. So good.
I'm so glad you love it too. Now I'm even more excited for it.
And I know I could order the volumes that are already available and then buy the sixth TPB when it comes out at the end of the month, but where's the fun in that? Gotta buy them all in one big order for optimum effect.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
Don't undersell it, this might be your best idea ever
Tyrant Rave
Banned
The next Kipp right here
Serpentine
Banned
So I wanna read Steranko's Fury comics. Is this collection good enough? Like, it's not some kinda recoloring or anything?
I've only read Welcome Back, Frank but it's one of my favs. I'll give it a go soon
I've only read Welcome Back, Frank but it's one of my favs. I'll give it a go soon
Killa Sasa
Member
Always meant to get started on some Murdock stuff, just never did. Think I'll try to find DD Yellow along with SM: Blue, then grab Waid's DD.
Went and looked up the premise of Superior Foes, looks intriguing. Thanks for the recs!
Hawkeye actually has an omnibus coming out next year!!
Ooooooo...that's another good option. Just depends if I want to wait, maybe I'll read the above in the meantime.
Thanks, good to know that they don't send notification.
pock3tmonster
Banned
OMGOMG. I made a mistake! I am writing a research paper and I took a short break to read Batman #35, but I'm done. I can't. That ending was completely unexpected! A word of warning to everyone waiting to read it, be careful of spoilers.
That aside, here's a quick impression of Batgirl - I'll come back and post more later. The new creative team smashed it out of the park. I absolutely love the new direction. Batgirl hasn't been this fun since Miller's run. It just works.
Klarion is next, but I won't have time to read it just yet.
That aside, here's a quick impression of Batgirl - I'll come back and post more later. The new creative team smashed it out of the park. I absolutely love the new direction. Batgirl hasn't been this fun since Miller's run. It just works.
Klarion is next, but I won't have time to read it just yet.
Jedeye Sniv
Banned
peoples gotta sleep sometime yo
Dat Korupt hype train
I never sleep. But I have to wait for you guys to post so I don't double post. It's my curse.
This is totally bad-ass. I love it. Your Hellboy is awesome too!
ThyMusicMan
Member
That is super cool DC has agreed to drop Batman back down to 3.99. Hopefully this shows them it is kind of a bid deal raising books that high,, unlike marvel who doesn't seem to give any shits and any reason or event instantly seems to go up to $5.
I missed Flash last night, I was watching Gotham ... Gotham has been decent, a little cheesy at times,, like yeah duh,, "I can see in the dark". ("Cat")
Recording Flash tonight so ill at least check out the pilot
I missed Flash last night, I was watching Gotham ... Gotham has been decent, a little cheesy at times,, like yeah duh,, "I can see in the dark". ("Cat")
Recording Flash tonight so ill at least check out the pilot
ThyMusicMan
Member
I was just about to ask who's planning on picking this up.
I'll get #1 forsure,, but I almost don't want to like it haha.... It'd be my 2nd weekly book.
Sounds promising though,, looks really good too.
I decided to restructure my comic-buying. Now I only buy this, Future's End and Justice League weekly. Rest is just Comixology sales. Or random trade pick-ups/older comics. That's the only way I can justify it.
But it is really, really good. I like Taylor's stuff, but the new guy does a brilliant job of pointing out the legacy aspect and addressing certain plot niggles.
Jedeye Sniv
Banned
Or you could just drop the weeklies and get 8-12 other books? Hurts my soul to see you like this man
ThyMusicMan
Member
Justice League Weekly??
Yeah I was wondering if he did double dip,, its super tempting but I think it'll be even better sitting down with the physical copy,, and a beer,, and that fresh ass new DC comic book smell. (I cant be the only one who loves that smell) haha
Or you could just drop the weeklies and get 8-12 other books? Hurts my soul to see you like this man
Eh, I go through phases. Currently it's weeklies. Few months it'll probably be trying to complete my LSOH collection.
HAH. Meant to type Earth 2.
That said, it feels more like a JL comic than JL does. JL's snag is as good as it is, I don't feel like any of them are friends as such. Because we skipped five years of their story. Earth 2 benefits from seeing the characters grow organically over time.
GrandHarrier
Member
All in for good writers on a weekly Power Girl. Oh and the rest of the cast.
BenjaminBirdie
Banned
My god @ Batman.
JLU finally hit some of those fun adventure book beats I've been waiting for since the first issue. Miyahbin's origin and powers were a cool riff on
and GrandHarrier will be thrilled with
showing up on the last page. I hope Timothy Green is the new regular artist, stylistically he feels like a good fit for the book.
Shazam
Mon-El
I always think of those black and white/ blank cover as easy money for the companys. Lesser work to do since they dont need a colorist/ drawings at all and they are expensiver than ordinary Comics...
KoruptData
Member
Batman 35 spoilers in tags.
I couldn't stay up til 3 am but I just did read it and it was awesome but my mind already thought about the last page and came to suspect it so its impact was not as big.
I didn't read the backup, wait for my print copy for that.
I couldn't stay up til 3 am but I just did read it and it was awesome but my mind already thought about the last page and came to suspect it so its impact was not as big.
It is the 75th anniversary of both characters.
Filthy Slug
Crowd screaming like hounds at the heat of the chase/ All the colors of the rainbow flood my face
Any Klarion impressions?
The art, colors, and layouts are all fantastic, it's a very visually stunning book.
The writing wasn't terrible, it's a weird fucking book though. I'll give it a reread before deciding if I'll pick up issue two or not.
pock3tmonster
Banned
I thought the panel where
Alfred and Bruce made jokes with one another was foreshadowing the Joker's return.
he'd return so soon, or at least not in this story.
I know Snyder
teased a follow-up to DotF at C2E2 2014, with a Joker who just wants to bury Batman.
How many issues is Endgame?
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