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Starsnostars posted:ODY-C by Fraction and Ward sounds pretty cool so I'm excited to see what that looks like. All the heros will get together for a event called Crisis of the Infinite Rapes. Millar is the worst and the only reason I pick up Jupitor's Legacy is Frank Quitely.
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The worst thing about Jupiter's Legacy is that Quitely isn't even bringing his B game.LtKenFrankenstein posted:Man a lot of those books look really drat cool. I've been stoked for Satellite Sam since I heard about it, I'm not even that big on Fraction but it looks like a return to old-school, good Chaykin, and I know Fraction's a big fan of Black Kiss so I trust him to do it justice. I thought it was good. Chaykin was great, really washes the stink of his recent Marvel stuff away, and the book feels like it could become something really interesting depending on how far they decide to push things.
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quote:Concept: A young woman and a young man discover they both have the power to stop time when they…reach climax during sex. Like anyone, they decide to use this ability to commit crimes.  Okay... ?
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So, I just got back into comics over the past couple weeks after a too-long hiatus (about 3 years, if memory serves—whenever Ex Machina ended), and boy am I glad I did. Anyone here picked up Catalyst Comix #1? I really liked it. I'm impressed that they managed to take the superhero genre and make it feel weird and fresh again, even if a large majority of that effect is from what I think is just Joe Casey throwing around words whose meanings he may or may not know. I imagine I might tire of this if it were an ongoing series, but I'm sure I can take it for the planned 9 issues. In any case, I'm on board and excited for #2 next month. Also, Satellite Sam seems really cool. It was a bit confusing for me to read at first, which may have to do with this head cold I'm getting over or may just be choice of word balloon styles and similarity in appearance between many of the characters, but in any case I like it. As someone who's interested in film and TV production, I really like the setting, and I love the way the comic takes its time. Many comics feel rushed, by comparison, so I really appreciate the pacing. I also picked up Lazarus, and as much as I want to, I just can't get myself to really enjoy it. It just feels way too obvious to me what's going to happen, and the politics of it are just way too blatant to the point of being preachy. Also, I obviously loved Saga, which, so far, seems like it's going to be BKV's best work. I thought I'd grown bored of fantasy (this series feels way more like "space fantasy" to me than actual "science fiction," which makes sense considering the heavy influence of Star Wars), but I guess not. I can't wait until #13 comes out. I wish I'd jumped on the series sooner, because I really like reading and collecting singles, but at least trades are easier to shove into the hands of friends as I implore them to read it. On the recommendation of a guy at my LCS I picked up the first three issues of East of West, which seems pretty exciting. I'm not 100% sold yet that it's going to turn out awesome, but I like the ride so far and I'm ready for #4. And finally, I've started reading Fatale, and though I'm only about 3 issues in so far, I really like it. A bit wordy for my taste, which is probably part of why I'm not running through it as quickly as I normally do with comics, but at least they're good words, and I'm guessing that when I finally beat this cold I'll be in a better state to read through them. In all, I'm super excited to be back into comics again. It really does seem to be the most exciting medium for storytelling right now.
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Jul 4, 2013 03:13
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Has anyone asked Brubaker why he chose TLC's Stacy London to star in Velvet?
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Jul 4, 2013 05:07
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Read Saga vol. 2 last night. I was a bit apprehensive about how they'd follow up volume 1, and whether the wackiness (for lack of a better word) would grow tired or predictable, but this is not the case so far. Absolutely loving the art style and the writing. Very eagerly awaiting the next instalment. I'm guessing the next trade is at least 7 or 8 months away?
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Jul 4, 2013 12:25
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nomapple posted:Read Saga vol. 2 last night. I was a bit apprehensive about how they'd follow up volume 1, and whether the wackiness (for lack of a better word) would grow tired or predictable, but this is not the case so far. Absolutely loving the art style and the writing. Very eagerly awaiting the next instalment. I'm guessing the next trade is at least 7 or 8 months away? Sounds about right. #13 comes out August 14. Assuming they can stick to a 1-per-month schedule (which they hopefully should be able to since I think that was the major point behind the hiatus) that'd put #18 at mid-January, and the trade would probably be soon after.
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dik-dik posted:Sounds about right. #13 comes out August 14. Assuming they can stick to a 1-per-month schedule (which they hopefully should be able to since I think that was the major point behind the hiatus) that'd put #18 at mid-January, and the trade would probably be soon after. I think I might start having to read it issue by issue. The second volume thoroughly hooked me on this. All the other comics I've read and enjoyed so far have either been individual, or long finished, so I've never had the issue of having to wait for the next trade.
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Jul 5, 2013 00:01
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nomapple posted:I think I might start having to read it issue by issue. The second volume thoroughly hooked me on this. All the other comics I've read and enjoyed so far have either been individual, or long finished, so I've never had the issue of having to wait for the next trade. Just to let you know, the pacing on Saga is really good for reading it in singles. Some comics I read in singles and it just 'feels' like it's written for the trade, but BKV does a great job of pacing each issue so that it reads excellent as a single issue or in trade.
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Is there any chance that this upcoming Star Wars: Lucas Draft miniseries is going to be any good? It seems like the idea could be cool if done well, but it could also very easily just end up being awful.
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dik-dik posted:Is there any chance that this upcoming Star Wars: Lucas Draft miniseries is going to be any good? It seems like the idea could be cool if done well, but it could also very easily just end up being awful. Depending on which draft, it could be hilariously bad or sleep-inducingly bad. You know how there's a bunch of awful boring political stuff in the prequels, and the Jedi come off kind of like disciplinarian assholes more than wise monks? Multiply both of those by 10x, add a scene where a 15 year old fucks a maid in a closet, and that's Lucas' original draft.
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Jul 5, 2013 23:30
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Lurdiak posted:Depending on which draft, it could be hilariously bad or sleep-inducingly bad. You know how there's a bunch of awful boring political stuff in the prequels, and the Jedi come off kind of like disciplinarian assholes more than wise monks? Multiply both of those by 10x, add a scene where a 15 year old fucks a maid in a closet, and that's Lucas' original draft. ... that actually sounds kind of enticing. wouldn't be the worst way to risk $2. Anyway, I actually came in here to say that, now that my cold is (mostly) gone, I've just blasted through the first trade of Fatale and holy poo poo is this good. It's actually scary. I'm really impressed that Brubaker and Phillips have me feeling actually scared for characters that I know will survive at least another 50 years. And the art (especially the cover art) is just fantastic. Normally if I get into a book this far in, I just stick with trades, but this one's worth getting in singles for the cover art alone. Does it stay this good?
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Jul 6, 2013 04:49
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Why was King City only 12 issues? I finished it and want to read more damnit.
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Jul 9, 2013 00:27
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Len posted:Why was King City only 12 issues? I finished it and want to read more damnit. Go read Multiple Warheads and Escalator? Then determine whether you want to delve into Graham's porn comics? I would've liked more King City and Graham has said he's got a couple other stories he'd like to tell, but there are rights issues. Because Tokyopop.
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Jul 9, 2013 02:07
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Also if you're jonesing for more Brandon Graham don't forget to pick up his new artbook (full of drawings and sketchbook comics) WALRUS from Picturebox.
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Looks like JMS is doing a few books for Image now. I'm still stupid enough to check them out but I'm not really expecting anything great.
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Jul 9, 2013 03:11
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Cloks posted:Looks like JMS is doing a few books for Image now. I'm still stupid enough to check them out but I'm not really expecting anything great. Ten grand isn't bad but most of that is Templesmith's art for me.
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root posted:Also if you're jonesing for more Brandon Graham don't forget to pick up his new artbook (full of drawings and sketchbook comics) WALRUS from Picturebox. I loving got that in the mail today and forgot to mention it. Wonderful, though I wish it were bigger, like King City size in dimensions (or length; I'd buy a 400 page sketchbook of his...).
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bairfanx posted:Go read Multiple Warheads and Escalator? Then determine whether you want to delve into Graham's porn comics? And Prophet! Unless you have read prophet. People should read Prophet!
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LordPants posted:And Prophet! Unless you have read prophet. People should read Prophet! Right, I hesitated on Prophet just because a great deal of the appeal of King City isn't really there, though it's still spectacular.
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I'm gonna level with you. There are no cats in Prophet. But it's still awesome. Also, you guys weren't loving around (no pun intended) when you said he literally does porn comics.
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Jul 10, 2013 00:25
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Totally awesome issue of Chew this month. Both funny and intense, with character development and sweet art.
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I read the first two issues of Rogues and they were pretty good. The series is a big homage to Fritz Leiber's Fafhrd and Gray Mouser stories: two thieves live in a sword & sorcery world, but they have problems other than having to save kingdoms or fight old gods. The first storyline deals with the protagonists being cursed to have a chicken follow them everywhere, and they must figure out how to life the curse. It's funny and well-written, and I hope the creators can keep it up.
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I wrote a lengthy primer for the IDW TMNT comic. Character profiles, mentions of when the micro-series issues take place, etc. The comic is a treasure for somehow being able to make the Neutrinos bearable.
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That comic is pretty rad, you guys. It's not perfect and the art can get mediocre, but it's got heart, and it manages to be charming, funny, badass and entertaining.
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Lurdiak posted:That comic is pretty rad, you guys. It's not perfect and the art can get mediocre, but it's got heart, and it manages to be charming, funny, badass and entertaining. Agreed. Definitely one of my favorites to read each month.
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Jul 19, 2013 01:50
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Yess Fantagraphics comes though again Megg Mogg and Owl rule.
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Jul 21, 2013 03:28
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Gavok posted:I wrote a lengthy primer for the IDW TMNT comic. Character profiles, mentions of when the micro-series issues take place, etc. Has TMNT ever had a bad run in comics? All the runs I've read range from solid to great.
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side_burned posted:Has TMNT ever had a bad run in comics? All the runs I've read range from solid to great. Archie comics.
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Lurdiak posted:Archie comics. Was an awesome run, yes, you're right.
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side_burned posted:Has TMNT ever had a bad run in comics? All the runs I've read range from solid to great. I never read any of the Dreamwave run, which went only 7 issues. I imagine that would have been the best answer.
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Does anyone know the story with Nowhere Men? I was really enjoying it, and then it just stopped dead at issue #5.
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Seldom Posts posted:Does anyone know the story with Nowhere Men? I was really enjoying it, and then it just stopped dead at issue #5. The next issue will be out in a few weeks.
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Gavok posted:I never read any of the Dreamwave run, which went only 7 issues. I imagine that would have been the best answer. The Image run of the turtles was kind of bad, the art really hard to decipher and the stories more violent just for the heck of it. Ironically they are also the only turtles comic I have a complete run of.
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Seldom Posts posted:Does anyone know the story with Nowhere Men? I was really enjoying it, and then it just stopped dead at issue #5. It's a real shame that the release dates and marketing have been so dodgy for Nowhere Men. I really want to like it but it's tough. Also, IDW is going to be re-releasing The Maxx in a monthly format with new coloring: quote:The monthlies (in a recolored form) are meant to re-familiarize new readers who may not even know of "Maxx." Plus I'm doing a new, painted cover for each issue, which means that, while I'll try to look "normal" in the beginning, eventually my covers degenerate to my usual all psychotic-abstract style, which might be entertaining -- or disturbing -- to watch. Short of a new series, new painted covers are a nice way to revisit "The Maxx" in small spurts. As someone who has never read The Maxx, I'm actually pretty excited about this.
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7744 posted:Also, IDW is going to be re-releasing The Maxx in a monthly format with new coloring: side note: The Maxx is awesome and I hope you get around to it.
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Benito Cereno posted:The next issue will be out in a few weeks. Thanks. quote:
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Hakkesshu posted:Was an awesome run, yes, you're right. drat straight. Mighty Mutanimals and all.
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Hakkesshu posted:Didn't Mutanimals end with everyone dying? I thought that was pretty funny.  Mutanimals all die except for Slash, who dies three issues later killing Maligna, Null, Scul and Bean. Another four issues later it's a story with the future Turtles about a guy stealing brains (including Hitler's) and also zombies. That story started out with a dream sequence of Raphael's skeleton laughing, arms over his head after acid rain dissolved his flesh. EDIT: Oh, also the team that killed the mutanimals are killed in their first appearance. Or is it Sputnik fucked around with this message at 18:20 on Jul 23, 2013 |
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