Comics... It's not a dirty word.

[BallsMonkey]

I've come to the conclusion that I do not like Golden Apple Comics.

- Every single one of the workers looked and treated at me with what I can only interpret as disdain. Every. Single. One.

- The patrons, though this is no fault of the establishment, were all pricks. Generally rude and had an air of pretentiousness.

- No bags or boards were provided upon checkout. A practice I have become used to from every other damn comic shop that I've been to.

- I just didn't like the layout of their comic rack.

I'll try Meltdown next week, see if I like that any better than my local shops.

Next time dude, try Comics Ink in Culver City. Best little comic shop on the West Coast.

[BallsMonkey]

GOOD NEWS EVERYONE! Marvel is being bought by Disney! (http://www.newsarama.com/comics/090831-disney-acquire-marvel.html)

Well, I suppose that's bad news really cos Disney would make Marvel into more of a whore than it already is. X-Men Musical, anyone? ~We're all mutants together!~

I'm so glad to be a DC fan right now :P

I highly doubt it'll go down like that. It'll probably me more like DC/Warner Bros. Warner has no say in the creative portion of DC, so I doubt Disney will be sticking their noses in the comics' business.

[JasterIsFett]

Next time dude, try Comics Ink in Culver City. Best little comic shop on the West Coast.

Will do. I'm gonna try Meltdown this week, but the next time I have the ability to drive out there, I'll hit Comics Ink.

I highly doubt it'll go down like that. It'll probably me more like DC/Warner Bros. Warner has no say in the creative portion of DC, so I doubt Disney will be sticking their noses in the comics' business.

The thing I'm most worried about is if it will affect the movies at all. Being owned by Disney, they might have to make the movies more accessable to all ages instead of being adult-oriented the way that WB/DC is doing.

[beckpoppins]

I am not worried at all, Disney likes money, marvel makes money, everyone stays happy.

I really don't think wolverine will be popping up in 'it's a small small world' or that namor and ariel will start playing water polo together...

If anything marvel gets a piece of the fat sin-filled Disney money-cake.

Also, what is universal going to do with the marvel island that that theme park? Is this just disney's way of invading?

[Sharp-O]

Is this just disney's way of invading?

I think they'd do it a little more subtley....















http://fc09.deviantart.com/fs18/f/2007/219/c/7/Mickey_the_hitler_by_vrijmoet.jpg

“All propaganda has to be popular and has to accommodate itself to the comprehension of the least intelligent of those whom it seeks to reach, ha-ha!”

[ZBarclay]

http://www.smh.com.au/ffximage/2008/02/07/storm_080208_wideweb__470x313,0.jpg
Yup. That pretty much covers it.

[BallsMonkey]

Will do. I'm gonna try Meltdown this week, but



The thing I'm most worried about is if it will affect the movies at all. Being owned by Disney, they might have to make the movies more accessable to all ages instead of being adult-oriented the way that WB/DC is doing.

Now there I can actually see why you'd be concerned. The big rumor going around is that Disney may try to tone down the movies, and there is speculation they may put the kibosh on Thor, Cap, and The Avengers flicks.

[JasterIsFett]

Now there I can actually see why you'd be concerned. The big rumor going around is that Disney may try to tone down the movies, and there is speculation they may put the kibosh on Thor, Cap, and The Avengers flicks.

Yeah, I was wondering if Disney would try to monopolize the movies and remove Marvel Studios' independent movies from the roster. They saw how successful Iron Man was and they want to make sure that they get a piece.

BUT AT WHAT COST?!?! AT WHAT COST?!?!

[Sharp-O]

BUT AT WHAT COST?!?! AT WHAT COST?!?!

Iron Man 4: Crimson Dynamo needs Glasses.

[Aaron]

Disney did a great job with The Muppets when they bought them...



... oh wait
:(

[Sharp-O]

I'm so glad to be a DC fan right now.

[JasterIsFett]

The Avengers if Disney made it.

http://i622.photobucket.com/albums/tt306/JasterIsFett/Japper_91.jpg

6

[Sharp-O]

I'd laugh if I didn't know that was a possibility. :rolleyes:

[neon vomit]

I just finished reading New Adventures of Hitler by Grant Morrison. A fun and interesting read. Morrissey may or may not appear in one of the issues.
http://i390.photobucket.com/albums/oo346/bodomsknight/Morrison.jpg?t=1251871465

[JasterIsFett]

review of Meltdown Comics in Hollywood:

Granted, this was not on a new comics day...I was impressed. It was a very open store, something that I'm not used to from a comic shop. Very neat layout, and I liked the fact that it was arranged by Publisher/Alphabetically instead of everything grouped together.

Their collection of back issues was fairly good, but not overly impressive, but the sheer amount of trades and graphic novels was astounding.

Another plus was the massive amounts of secondary merch that they had (not to mention all of the Tin Tin items which I wanted to empty my bank accounts for).

Again, like Golden Apple, no bags or boards were provided upon purchase, but I liked the place so much and the staff was nice enough for me to overlook the 15 cent per bag charge.

Hell of a drive to get there though.

I plan to go back on a Wednesday when there is new comics in the near future.

[mitch_the_conquistador]

I've been reading Dynamo 5 it's really freakin good, and I've also started Runaway's which I read the 3rd and 4th trades of ages ago but now am startin from the start - Also absotively ruddy marvelous!

[Erasmus Cunk]

I've been reading a lot of Judge Dredd stories recently. I collected 2000AD for years, but gave up about four or five years ago when I realised I was buying it out of habit, rather than because I was actually enjoying it. Anyway, I read through a load of the old ones, and caught up with some of the storylines that there have been since I stopped getting it.

God damn. I forgot how much I love the fascist bastard.

http://gaygamer.net/images/judgedredd2.jpg

So much so that I'm very tempted to start picking it up again, even though I can't afford it, and I have nowhere to store yet more comics.

*Plume sigh*

[JasterIsFett]

Time for a weekly comic review by Michael:

Punisher - Noir #2:

So far, I'm liking this much more than the other Noir series, save maybe Spider-Man. Gritty and the time period really fits the Punisher as a character. Bit of a shocker for an ending though.

Blackest Night #3 of 8:

Finally...something about the Black Lanterns gets explained and some other surprises that make things make a lot more sense.

X-Men - Legacy Annual #1:

I really like where this is going. Cyclops turning into something amazing and with Asteroid M as their base, mutants have a good thing for the moment.

Secret Six #13:

Seriously, if you don't read this series, you need to pick it up. Great stories, great characters and the villains that Simone introduces are just lovely.

The Walking Dead #65:

Oh lord, how I love this series. All kinds of disgusting and all kinds of twisted. Its never been just about zombies, its about the monsters that humans become in desperate situations and this issue don't disappoint.

Batgirl #2:

Again, another series that I'm liking so far. Though, I am getting a little tired of there being about 43 different Bat-people acting as superheroes in Gotham.

Batman and Robin #4:

Grant Morrison's writing has always been hit or miss. This issue is a miss for me, and its hurt even more by the loss of Frank Quietly's beautiful artwork. We'll see where this goes.

Streets of Gotham #4:

First off...amazing cover, Zsasz in all his glory. The comic is just great, easily the best of the week. Bonus feature of Manhunter is quite wonderful as well. Paul Dini just gets better all the time.

Adventure Comics feat. Superboy #2:

I don't know how Geoff Johns finds the time...he's DC's Bendis or Millar. Another great comic, thought I'm not sure where it can go from here that isn't going to be just a repeat story.

Ultimate Avengers #2:

I'm so very glad that Millar is back on the Ultimates. So very glad.

[Sharp-O]

Batgirl #2:

Again, another series that I'm liking so far. Though, I am getting a little tired of there being about 43 different Bat-people acting as superheroes in Gotham.


To quote Penguin from Mystery of the Batwoman:
"Batman, Batgirl, Batwoman. What is it about this city - the water?"

[Jeremy Beadle]

I've been reading a lot of Judge Dredd stories recently. I collected 2000AD for years, but gave up about four or five years ago when I realised I was buying it out of habit, rather than because I was actually enjoying it.

God damn. I forgot how much I love the fascist bastard.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/6/60/Gazeintofist.jpg
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_n_p2kSYy5PI/SSxsIjIOtWI/AAAAAAAAAVk/iHO8U1fDww4/s320/palin.jpg

I love the whole 2000AD universe. They did some fantastic stuff in the early days and recently re-released a whole bunch of old stories in the '2000AD Extreme' range, reprinting some epics like Meltdown Man in their entirety. They can be ordered online and are well worth a look.

[Antonio_Bay]

I love the whole 2000AD universe.

Ro-Bo Hunter, Rogue Trooper, ABC Warriors = :cool:


Also, I keep thinking of a strip called Finn(?). Time to Google...

[Jeremy Beadle]

http://www.internationalhero.co.uk/f/finn.jpg


Difficult not to remember anybody that looks like that.

[Erasmus Cunk]

http://www.internationalhero.co.uk/f/finn.jpg


Difficult not to remember anybody that looks like that.


Fuck, yeah. Finn was awesome. He was a member of the Kernow Liberation Front, which was always alright buy me.

[phit_demon]

buy me.

How much?

[Antonio_Bay]

http://www.internationalhero.co.uk/f/finn.jpg


Nostalgia galore.

[Erasmus Cunk]

How much?

Jesus. Posting when drunk results in idiocy. Frankly though, you could have had me for half a sausage roll, such was the extent of my unfulfilled munchies.

[TheHangingBrain]

Frankly though, you could have had me for half a sausage roll...

What do I get for a whole one, sailor? :D

http://www.darbyspies.com.au/assets/images/Products/560x420/sausage_roll.jpg

[Shäne]

Just finished....
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/d/d7/League.jpg
I thought it was a bit of a let down.

I'm thinking about buying From Hell but I'm a bit intimidated by it. Has anyone that's read it found it to be a particularly difficult read? I'm not too good at reading era correct dialogue. :o

[JasterIsFett]

Just finished....
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/d/d7/League.jpg
I thought it was a bit of a let down.

I'm thinking about buying From Hell but I'm a bit intimidated by it. Has anyone that's read it found it to be a particularly difficult read? I'm not too good at reading era correct dialogue. :o

I read from hell and even though it was a bit hard to get into at first, its a fantastic book. I wouldn't buy it without reading at least some of it though, you might just hate it and waste 25 bucks. Check and see if any local libraries have it or if they can request it from another close library before buying it.

I forgot to add to this week's comic list:

Daredevil - Dark Reign: The List #1
Ultimate Iron Man - Armor Wars (1 of 4)
Deadpool: Merc with a Mouth #3

all are good, all should be bought and read.

[BOP TILL U DROP]

Is that the same From Hell as the Johnny Depp movie?

[JasterIsFett]

Is that the same From Hell as the Johnny Depp movie?

Indeed. The much better graphic novel.

[Shäne]

I read from hell and even though it was a bit hard to get into at first, its a fantastic book. I wouldn't buy it without reading at least some of it though, you might just hate it and waste 25 bucks. Check and see if any local libraries have it or if they can request it from another close library before buying it.

I guess I'll [legally acquire] it and read a bit first. Like you said, the price was making me a bit reluctant.

[BOP TILL U DROP]

Indeed. The much better graphic novel.
Hmm... my interest has been sparked.

[phit_demon]

Jesus. Posting when drunk results in idiocy. Frankly though, you could have had me for half a sausage roll, such was the extent of my unfulfilled munchies.

Hmm, I'll remember that in future...

[Sharp-O]

http://images.amazon.com/images/P/1932664076.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpg




:mad::mad::mad:


That is all.

[Jeremy Beadle]

Tbh it looks suspiciously like a non-starter.

[Erasmus Cunk]

http://images.amazon.com/images/P/1932664076.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpg




:mad::mad::mad:


That is all.


Everything about that looks as though it was designed specifically to make me uninterested in reading it.

[By-tor]

Everything about that looks as though it was designed specifically to make me uninterested in reading it.
But, Emo rules, dude...
http://rookery2.viary.com/storagev12/1117500/1117730_b593_625x1000.jpg
And, that Sesame Street doll, too, dickweeds.

[TheHangingBrain]

But, Emo rules, dude...
http://rookery2.viary.com/storagev12/1117500/1117730_b593_625x1000.jpg
And, that Sesame Street doll, too, dickweeds.

Holy Shit, Is that Emo Elvis? :eek:

[Sharp-O]

Holy Shit, Is that Emo Elvis? :eek:

At least we know how he's gonna die :p

[Jeremy Beadle]

Everything about that looks as though it was designed specifically to make me uninterested in reading it.

http://www.kikisdemolition.com/wp-content/photos/lollerskates.gif

[Harvey MF'n Locust]

anybody else reading this?

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j191/harveylocust/StuffofLegendsvol1book1.jpg

[Sharp-O]

anybody else reading this?

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j191/harveylocust/StuffofLegendsvol1book1.jpg


No, but you've peeked my interest! :D

Is it like....

http://www.efavata.com/CBM/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/lionstigersbears.bmp

??

[Sharp-O]

I just found a listing of all the upcoming Blackest Night tie-in issues that will have promo rings with them and nearly came in my pants! ;)

Blackest Night Rings List (http://www.tfaw.com/blackest-night/rings?gclid=CMCY5qy8xp0CFcts4wodwSPmsw)

Now if only I could get my hands on the Black Lantern ring too.....


-->*EDIT*<--

I asked the guy who runs my local store if he could get them in and it turns out I missed the cut-off point to pre-order the issues that have the rings PLUS he'd have to order twenty of each book to qualify to get them.....

http://pix.motivatedphotos.com/2009/1/7/633669119863087455-sadcat.jpg

[BallsMonkey]

I just found a listing of all the upcoming Blackest Night tie-in issues that will have promo rings with them and nearly came in my pants! ;)

Blackest Night Rings List (http://www.tfaw.com/blackest-night/rings?gclid=CMCY5qy8xp0CFcts4wodwSPmsw)



I think I need a new pair of pants.

[Sharp-O]

I think I need a new pair of pants.

My words exactly. Hope you get them, sir.

[McMarcoP]

Just started reading Lucifer by Mike Carey.
Man, it rocks.

[MC Fumunda]

Hector Plasm: Totentanz

http://media.mycomicshop.com/iss/300w/600/15766001/19577546_1.jpg

This is the followup to the fantastic first Hector Plasm one shot that came out a couple years ago.

The new volume is 48 pages, no ads, all good.

The title character is a Benandanti, a sort of globe trotting ghost buster, and the stories collected in the first and second volumes chronicle many different encounters he's had with the supernatural, and little glimpses into his past.

The art is amazing. Nate Bellegarde illustrates, Jacob Baake on colors. Here's a recent promo illustration they put out for "Hectorween".

http://www.mcfumunda.com/hectorween.jpg

Other work you may have seen by Nate and the writer Benito Cereno are the Invincible spin-offs about Atom Eve and now Rex Splode (both highly recommended). Nate also illustrated the last bunch of Brit from Image comics. He did some Hack/Slash, and Loaded Bible. If you dig his art, check out his LJ where he posts a lot of sketches and other shit. Benito wrote the fantastic "Tales from the Bully Pulpit" that came out from Image a few years ago.

http://fetorpse.livejournal.com/ He's also got an artblog: http://fetorpse.blogspot.com/

Highly recommended book and creators to keep an eye out for.

[Cuclean]

anybody else reading this?

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j191/harveylocust/StuffofLegendsvol1book1.jpg

That is a very cool cover. I was in the comic shop last week and didn't notice anything like it.

[BOP TILL U DROP]

http://images.amazon.com/images/P/1932664076.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpg




:mad::mad::mad:


That is all.

Hmmm. I have one of his works, and I really liked it. I haven't read anything other than "The Abandoned", but it was about zombies. It's pretty hard for me not to like zombies.

[Jason Shiffy]

Bought the first issue of "Haunt"

http://www.comicbooknews.us/IMGs/imagecomics/haunt1.jpg

It was good and I'm looking forward to the 2nd :)

[Sharp-O]

It's pretty hard for me not to like zombies.

So say we all :D

But wet moon is so devoid of plot, there's fat girl and she's unsure of her body (i think, she could be unsure of how to masturbate given the amount of time she spends looking at her vagoo) and there's a 1,000 other characters who don't seem to get more than a panel's worth of dialogue but continually show up.....

It just seemed to have nothing going for it, in my opinion :rolleyes:

[MC Fumunda]

Bought the first issue of "Haunt"

http://www.comicbooknews.us/IMGs/imagecomics/haunt1.jpg

It was good and I'm looking forward to the 2nd :)

Here's Ryan Ottley's cover for issue 2, sans colors.

Sorry, Deviantart link. (http://wya.deviantart.com/art/Haunt-2-cover-141037794)

He's one of my favorite illustrators. I think he's head and shoulders above McFarlane.

I can't help but think he's constantly shooting arcs of jizz, though. Especially that cover for #2.

"Have some haunted JIZZ!!"

[JasterIsFett]

http://entertheoctopus.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/normal_cowboyninjaviking.jpg

Holy Jesus...I bought it based on the name alone and it was pretty damn good. I like it based on concept alone, the writing is kinda funny too though.

[neon vomit]

http://entertheoctopus.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/normal_cowboyninjaviking.jpg

Holy Jesus...I bought it based on the name alone and it was pretty damn good. I like it based on concept alone, the writing is kinda funny too though.

I didn't read it but that's a fantastic cover.

Dark Avengers spoiler:

So is Bendis just going to kill The Sentry every other issue and not explain why he's back? Really annoying. He needs to be permanently dead.

[JasterIsFett]

Dark Avengers spoiler:

He's setting him up as something special. I'll put money on the next big series revolving heavily around his origins and what/if there are extents to his powers.

[Sharp-O]

He's setting him up as something special. I'll put money on the next big series revolving heavily around his origins and what/if there are extents to his powers.

Siege? Isn't that about Osborn's war on Asgard.. I mean terror. Wait, no, I was right the first time :rolleyes:

Maybe he's been an asgardian all this time :eek:

[JasterIsFett]

Siege? Isn't that about Osborn's war on Asgard.. I mean terror. Wait, no, I was right the first time :rolleyes:

Maybe he's been an asgardian all this time :eek:

Actually, the more I think about it, they might use him in the Galactic series...whatever is coming after War of Kings. He's turning into too much of a trump card for osborn.

[neon vomit]

He's setting him up as something special. I'll put money on the next big series revolving heavily around his origins and what/if there are extents to his powers.

Maybe that will make him a likable character. He'll probably just cry more than usual.

[JasterIsFett]

I had an amazing idea whilst in the comic book store today.

Captain America and Batman are both trapped in the past, right?

How bout Marvel and DC do a crossover and insert the opposite hero into the respective universes?

It would be incredible.

[Sharp-O]

I had an amazing idea whilst in the comic book store today.
Captain America and Batman are both trapped in the past, right?
How bout Marvel and DC do a crossover and insert the opposite hero into the respective universes?
It would be incredible.

Did I slip into a vortex and end up in the 90's? ;)

Marvel and DC aren't on the best speaking terms right now, so I highly doubt we'll see the likes of Marvel vs DC again (or Amalgam Comics, for that matter)

http://www.unigamesity.com/wp-content/uploads//2009/09/03-captain-america-batman.jpg

[JasterIsFett]

Did I slip into a vortex and end up in the 90's? ;)

Marvel and DC aren't on the best speaking terms right now, so I highly doubt we'll see the likes of Marvel vs DC again (or Amalgam Comics, for that matter)

That's what would make it so perfect. They've been collaborating under the radar and then BAM! Surprise bitches! Mega awesome crossover!

...but its only the pipe dreams of a boy who's lost a lot of faith in the major comics publishers.

EDIT: BTW, I love the pic. He just needs a shield.

[Sharp-O]

...but its only the pipe dreams of a boy who's lost a lot of faith in the major comics publishers.

Y'know what'll cure that? Some Blackest Night :D

http://dccomics.com/sites/greenlantern/media/gallery/blackest_night_1_second_printing.jpg

[Sharp-O]

New Study Finds Comic Books Are Legitimate Kid's Literature. (http://www.newsarama.com/comics/091105-comics-legitimate-literature.html)

I've known this for years, and I'm glad that an academic institute has finally proven it. My friends often ask where I learned a lot of my vocab and I tell them that I learned much of my vocabulary from comics. :D

[McMarcoP]

Lucifer - the whole series

http://gaygamer.net/images/MotivateLucifer.jpg

[neon vomit]

New Study Finds Comic Books Are Legitimate Kid's Literature. (http://www.newsarama.com/comics/091105-comics-legitimate-literature.html)

I've known this for years, and I'm glad that an academic institute has finally proven it. My friends often ask where I learned a lot of my vocab and I tell them that I learned much of my vocabulary from comics. :D

That's a pretty neat article.

[phit_demon]

komyx r fur gaze

[Sharp-O]

That's a pretty neat article.

I know! I doubt it'll cause any form of u-turn on peoples opinions on comics, but it's nice to see some people aren't as short-sighted as the general populace.

komyx r fur gaze

The Irish education system, ladies and gentlemen! :D

[neon vomit]

Stumptown by Greg Rucka was a terrific first issue. I think Greg Rucka is underrated. People should definitely check out his comics and novels. You won't regret it.

[JasterIsFett]

Weekly comic review:

Dark Reign: Ares (1 of 3)

Good start to the series, very well written from an author that I'm not all too familiar with. I hope the next two are as good.

Star Wars: Legacy #41

Ah, they finally mention the Mandalorians...good stuff, I hope they give this at least another 2 issues.

X-Men - Origins: Iceman

Regrettable buy. Just another origin story, nothing new, nothing noteworthy. Don't bother reading.

House of M: Masters of Evil (3 of 4)

I just love this series. It mirrors Utopia so well and I love the Hood as the anti-hero.

The Mighty #10

Dramatic turn in the series. Can't say I didn't see it coming though. Tomasi couldn't just make a Irredeemable clone, I guess.

Batman: The Widening Gyre (3 of 6)

Good, solid comic. I like where its going. Glad that this one didn't end on the same negative note that the first two did.

Black Widow: Deadly Origin #1

Easily my pick of the week. Great comic.

Haunt #2

Kirkman writing? MacFarlane finally doing some good inking? Possession and ultra-violence? Yes to all. Great comic.

Secret Six #15

No more Gail Simone. Still a good comic though. I was a little disappointed that the issue only focused on Deadshot and not the rest of the six, but it was a good story.

Captain America: Reborn (4 of 5...er...6)

Hmm...I hope this gets less crazy in the next issue. I've liked it so far and Ed Brubaker hasn't done me wrong, but I can see where this can get stupid very easily.

Star Wars: Invasion #5

A filler issue, just adding a small amount to the story, nothing really great here. I will continue to read only because I am a rabid fanboy.

[Antonio_Bay]

I have an urge to read Judgement on Gotham. The day that hit shelves was the only time I ever saw a queue in my comic shop.

May have to then read all three follow-ups I have. Not sure how many more there are.

[BallsMonkey]

Flash Rebirth has been pretty damn fantastic. I loved the latest issue. I really dig the fact that, like with Green Lantern Rebirth, this isn't just the ressurection of Barry Allen, but the entire Flash family.

[Sharp-O]

Flash Rebirth has been pretty damn fantastic. I loved the latest issue. I really dig the fact that, like with Green Lantern Rebirth, this isn't just the ressurection of Barry Allen, but the entire Flash family.

Jessie Quick in her father's costume. In the words of the late Eddie Bloomberg: Hot Damn! :D

[BallsMonkey]

Jessie Quick in her father's costume. In the words of the late Eddie Bloomberg: Hot Damn! :D

Hot Damn indeed.

[Shäne]

Finally finished Johnny the Homicidal Maniac. A great, twisted read.

[Sharp-O]

Looks like Bruce Wayne is set to return already!

The World’s Greatest Detective is facing his toughest mystery.

Lost in the timestream, believed to be dead by his friends and enemies alike, Bruce Wayne must use every bit of intelligence, every ounce of strength and training he’s acquired over the years to find his way back to the city, and adopted family of vigilantes, he’d left behind.

Blasted by the mysterious and powerful Omega Effect in the pages of FINAL CRISIS during a deadly battle with the malevolent New God Darkseid, Bruce Wayne must battle back through the waves of time to reclaim what was his – his city, his life…his cowl?

From the kinetic and awe-inspiring imagination of writer Grant Morrison and an all-star cast of artists, including Chris Sprouse, who’ll handle art chores on the first issue, BATMAN: THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE #1 (of 6) hits in April and will prove to be Bruce Wayne’s defining moment as a hero, and his toughest challenge yet.


There's even some concept art for the series, showing Brucie in two different costumes.

http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/files/2009/12/robwcavemanb.jpg

http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/files/2009/12/robwpirateb.jpg

[BallsMonkey]

Holy Shit! Pirate Batman! Johnny Depp is fucked.

[Sharp-O]

Holy Shit! Pirate Batman! Johnny Depp is fucked.

Doesn't help that he looks like Davy Jones. PoTC/Batman slash fic, anyone? :p

Newsarama has already found the inspiration for this title. Morrison playing with his toy collection (http://blog.newsarama.com/2009/12/09/morrisons-inspiration-decoded/) :rolleyes:

[Zogastatmot]

Its not that Im finding it confusing, its the fact that I cant get past the idea that its a comic style thing that is making it hard to get into. I just never liked comics, likewise cartoons and most animated stuff like the simpsons and king of the hill and also the manga stuff etc. I just have some kind of bizzarro anti comic/cartoon thing going on that I just find it difficult to get past regardless of the quality

[JasterIsFett]

everybody should read this:

http://cammyscomiccorner.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/tpb1.jpg

and this:

http://www.imagecomics.com/gallery2/g2data_373ph4nt/albums/comics/2009-08/paxromanatp_cover.jpg

[phit_demon]

I read Hush today.


http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h3/phitdemon/12099_400x600.jpg


It was one of the Batman trades I picked up from the folks for Christmas. I really enjoyed it, although admittedly I'm no connoisseur so I don't know if it's considered to be good or not. It's the first time I've ever given a shit about Catwoman, and Joker's entrance, shown here in spoiler-free mode...

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h3/phitdemon/JokerHush_JimLee.jpg

...was supoib!


Tomorrow it'll be Arkham Asylum. I want to read it before I go near the game, although I'm unsure if the two follow the same plot. :confused:

[Sharp-O]

Tomorrow it'll be Arkham Asylum. I want to read it before I go near the game, although I'm unsure if the two follow the same plot. :confused:

If it's the Morrison one (I say that cos there's a mini-series out there and I dunno if it's available as a trade yet) it is, but very loosely. There's some similar plot points and themes but that's about it. :)

[phit_demon]

If it's the Morrison one (I say that cos there's a mini-series out there and I dunno if it's available as a trade yet) it is, but very loosely. There's some similar plot points and themes but that's about it. :)

It is the Morrison one, a 15th anniversary edition of it. The artwork in it is demented!

[Sharp-O]

It is the Morrison one, a 15th anniversary edition of it. The artwork in it is demented!

Yup, it really is. I'm almost positive that this is how Morrison sees the world.... And that scares me. Especially since he's still on staff at DC. Thank god Geoff Johns can hold him off :p;)

[phit_demon]

Yup, it really is. I'm almost positive that this is how Morrison sees the world.... And that scares me. Especially since he's still on staff at DC. Thank god Geoff Johns can hold him off :p;)

I don't know who either of those people are. I am a complete comics n00b.

[Sharp-O]

I don't know who either of those people are. I am a complete comics n00b.

Grant Morrison is the writer of Arkham Asylum (and was a very good surreal/meta writer) Geoff Johns has written for damn near every book DC has to offer and has made all of them great during his tenure. (Currently the Green Lantern/Blackest Night scribe) :D

[Omaru]

I think the Joeph Loeb batman comics are among my favourites, am reading Haunted Knight since I got it for christmas (even though I already have it my original is locked away in a big storage container) and well it seems to have a slightly hint of a christmas carol in it.

[JasterIsFett]

I read Hush today.

Good deal, not my favorite Batman story, but definitely a good read. Jim Lee's artwork is always fun too.

Tomorrow it'll be Arkham Asylum. I want to read it before I go near the game, although I'm unsure if the two follow the same plot. :confused:

This is easily one of my top 3 favorite Batman stories. Grant Morrison at his best. Dave McKean at his best as well, making some creepy ass writing even creepier.

Definitely check out Neil Gaiman's Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader? and Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns.

[phit_demon]

This is easily one of my top 3 favorite Batman stories. Grant Morrison at his best. Dave McKean at his best as well, making some creepy ass writing even creepier.
Sweet. I'm looking forward to digging in.

Definitely check out Neil Gaiman's Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader? and Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns.
WHTTCC was one of the trades I got for Christmas, along with the previously mentioned two and Batman RIP. I read The Dark Knight Returns a few years ago and loved it. It was the first comic I every really liked after years of trying to get into Spider-Man, X-Men and various other Marvel creations, and failing. I definitely prefer DC's line up of characters to Marvel's.

[Shäne]

I just finished Local. I like how it seemed like the story was only barely connected in each issue to be tied together perfectly in the last one.

[JasterIsFett]

Batman RIP.

I'm sorry.

This is just an awful mess of a story. An example of when Morrison tries far too hard to be edgy and creative with his storytelling and it just ends up being ridiculous and fairly annoying. To fully understand R.I.P. you have to have read Batman: The Black Glove and some of the stuff leading up to it from Batman & Son and The Return of Ra's Al Ghul

And the way he tied it into Final Crisis in what seemed like an afterthought was just lazy.

[phit_demon]

I'm sorry.

This is just an awful mess of a story. An example of when Morrison tries far too hard to be edgy and creative with his storytelling and it just ends up being ridiculous and fairly annoying. To fully understand R.I.P. you have to have read Batman: The Black Glove and some of the stuff leading up to it from Batman & Son and The Return of Ra's Al Ghul

And the way he tied it into Final Crisis in what seemed like an afterthought was just lazy.

I see. The only reason I ordered it was because Gaiman's is set after Batman snuffs it, so I wanted to get the backstory first.

Question: I know Bruce Wayne "died" recently, so don't worry about spoilers, but Batman RIP is that story, right? I mean the name seems fairly self-explanatory...

[Sharp-O]

Question: I know Bruce Wayne "died" recently, so don't worry about spoilers, but Batman RIP is that story, right? I mean the name seems fairly self-explanatory...

You'd think so, but then again, we are talking about Morrison. :rolleyes:

He actually died in the 8-issue atrocity known as Final Crisis. Be warned, page spoilers to follow.....






































Ready?

































Okay.

http://www.geekforcefive.com/images/uploads/mythos_08_03.png
http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/io9/2009/01/batmanrip2.jpg
http://blog.newsok.com/nerdage/files/2009/01/batman-death.jpg

[phit_demon]

You'd think so, but then again, we are talking about Morrison. :rolleyes:

He actually died in the 8-issue atrocity known as Final Crisis. Be warned, page spoilers to follow...

Yeah, that's what I thought Batman RIP was. I saw those pages a while back when the whole story was doing the rounds on the web.

[Sharp-O]

Yeah, that's what I thought Batman RIP was. I saw those pages a while back when the whole story was doing the rounds on the web.

In all fairness to Morrison, I think that's what he intended but the powers that be told him to stick the death in Final Crisis as opposed to what he planned, hence a little one page cop-out explaination. While DC has the best characters, plots and talent, sometimes the editors are just dicks. :(

[JasterIsFett]

Question: I know Bruce Wayne "died" recently, so don't worry about spoilers, but Batman RIP is that story, right? I mean the name seems fairly self-explanatory...

Well, just like Alan Moore's Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow? (another good read) was basically a standalone story, I feel that Gaiman's was as well. It just happened to be released right after the R.I.P. event. The story's are not dependent on each other though. The Gaiman story is just based on how the main Batman characters would react to the death of Batman.

[phit_demon]

Well, just like Alan Moore's Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow? (another good read) was basically a standalone story, I feel that Gaiman's was as well. It just happened to be released right after the R.I.P. event. The story's are not dependent on each other though. The Gaiman story is just based on how the main Batman characters would react to the death of Batman.

I see. Thanks for the info, you too Charpeaux. I'm looking forward to reading them both, and maybe picking up a few more in the new year. Recommendations for good Batman/Superman trades, plus some good starter stories for Green Lantern would be most welcome.

[Sharp-O]

I see. Thanks for the info, you too Charpeaux. I'm looking forward to reading them both, and maybe picking up a few more in the new year. Recommendations for good Batman/Superman trades, plus some good starter stories for Green Lantern would be most welcome.

Green Lantern: Rebirth and Sinestro Corps War are excellent ways to catch up on the mythos before starting on Blackest Night :D

As for Superman/Batman books, I dunno. Maybe pick up the trade for Morrison's Batman and Robin series if it's out.

[JasterIsFett]

Recommendations for good Batman/Superman trades, plus some good starter stories for Green Lantern would be most welcome.

Batman:

The Long Halloween by Jeph Loep

Great crime story about the Falcone crime family (Tom Wilkinson played an approximation of him in The Dark Knight), Two-Face, and a kind of mysterious killer. The story is well worth the value as one of the biggest trades I've seen.

Batman: Year One by Frank Miller

Definitive Batman story, badass in training becoming more awesome as the story progresses. Runs parallel to a story about Jim Gordon that's equally good.

Batman: The Killing Joke by Alan Moore

A bit nuts, and more about the Joker than Batman really, but its a very good, dark story.

Batman: Black & White, Vol. 1 by Various

Collection of short Noir type stories by some amazing writers. One of my favorites.

Batman: Cacophony by Kevin Smith (in b4 who's Kevin Smith?)

I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this series. Entertaining and one hell of a villain.



Superman:

Superman: Red Son by Mark Millar

A Batman/Superman story about an alternate reality where Superman lands in the USSR in the early 1900s instead of in the USA.

All-Star Superman (Volumes 1 & 2) by Grant Morrison

I'm not a huge Morrison fan, but this and Arkham Asylum are just great.

Superman: Brainiac by Geoff Johns

A new (final?) confrontation between Superman and an old villain. Interesting concepts all around and sets up the New Krypton storyline thats been going on recently.

Superman: For All Seasons by Jeph Loeb

The best Superman origins story, a great, big read.



Green Lantern:

Green Lantern: Secret Origins by Geoff Johns

Re-boot of the series to update the "Emerald Dawn" story up to match with the current Blackest Night and to give Hal Jordan a more modern feel. Very good.

Death and Return of Superman/GL: Emerald Twilight/Zero Hour by Dan Jurgens, Ron Marz, and Dan Jurgens (respectively)

A bit more intensive than you're probably looking for, but if you wanna know a bit more about Hal Jordan and how this whole madness came about this will explain it.

TLDR (highlight): During the Return of Superman series, Coast City (Green Lantern's hometown) was destroyed, he got pissed, went on a killing spree, ended up absorbing the Green Lantern central power battery along with the evil entity Parallax. This drove him insane, he basically destroyed the universe (in Zero Hour) and after the intervention of Guy Gardner and Kyle Rayner was eventually stopped. He "died", became the Spectre, and eventually came back in...

Green Lantern: Rebirth, Green Lantern Corps: Recharge, Green Lantern: Wanted Hal Jordan, and Green Lantern: Revenge of the Green Lanterns by Geoff Johns

Tells about how he came back from being "dead" and became Green Lantern again. The return of the Green Lantern corps to full strength. Also shows the distrust that everyone has for Hal after the events of Emerald Twilight/Zero Hour.

Pretty much all of the trades written by Geoff Johns are gonna be good, Sinestro Corps War is probably the most important for understanding whats going on now, but Rage of the Red Lanterns and Agent Orange all add their own little bits of info, but aren't necessary. You kinda figure it out along the way.

If you're really looking for extra reading, All of Peter Tomasi's Green Lantern Corps/Green Lantern work is pretty good as well, it'll help you know who some of the side characters are.

[Aaron]

While DC has the best characters, plots and talent, sometimes the editors are just dicks. :(

Whilst I would agree that DC's problem is it's editors, I would argue to the death about it having the best characters.

[phit_demon]

Thanks again dudes, that is most helpful. I'll check those out.

I've read Year One, The Killing Joke and Red Son. I have Long Halloween, but I never got around to reading it. That'll change once I head home after New Year's.

[JasterIsFett]

Whilst I would agree that DC's problem is it's editors, I would argue to the death about it having the best characters.

DC has the bigger names in Batman and Superman.

Marvel has Spider-Man and Wolverine as their biggest sellers and lately, their books have mostly sucked. In a world where Spider-Man had the worst etch-a-sketch storyline in recent history (Brand New Day) and Wolverine is in about 4 book weekly on average, they should be getting at least a bit of good content, but its just not happening. Sure, everyone knows Captain America, but its not one of their best selling books by far, even when he wasn't dead.

Marvel has much better teams though. X-Men, Avengers, Fantastic Four, Guradians of the Galaxy, Runaways, Young Avengers, Thunderbolts...

When you think of DC teams, you think Justice League, Teen Titans and maybe the GL Corps and...thats about it.

Sure there are other teams (Some are much better, such as the Secret Six) but nobody knows about them. JSA, Doom Patrol, Outsiders, R.E.B.E.L.S...All of those are side groups that hardly get any attention.

My favorite superhero has always been GL, but my favorite team has always been the X-Men. Each publisher has its merits.

[Aaron]

DC has the bigger names in Batman and Superman.

Marvel has Spider-Man and Wolverine as their biggest sellers

Bigger names and sellers do not mean best characters.

Superman, as a character, is lame

[phit_demon]

Superman, as a character, is lame

My opinion probably accounts for nothing in this realm, but I've always thought he was awesome. Granted, I'm probably basing said opinion on the movies, having only read a few of his comics. I say "his", like he wrote the feckin' things, but you know what I mean.....



...Piss off! I'm new at this! :o

[Aaron]

Everything I've read of Superman is very 2D. I find little or no depth to the character. He's too flawless.
That's why characters like Peter Parker, Tony Stark, Matt Murdock, etc. will always appeal to me more. Flawed men = better reading.
This is why I would agree that Batman is a fantastic character. But I don't feel like DC has enough characters that interest me.

[JasterIsFett]

Everything I've read of Superman is very 2D. I find little or no depth to the character. He's too flawless.
That's why characters like Peter Parker, Tony Stark, Matt Murdock, etc. will always appeal to me more. Flawed men = better reading.
This is why I would agree that Batman is a fantastic character. But I don't feel like DC has enough characters that interest me.

Superman, when he's written well as in All-Star Superman and Geoff John's new Secret Origins, can be a very complex character. I'm not his biggest fan, but I like a lot of the books about him. But I felt the same way about Captain America, he was always too perfect, I just liked reading him more than Superman because Superman was too powerful.

Hmm...I could probably list of DC character flaws, but I am starting to get tired and am unlikely to say anything that makes complete sense...

[BallsMonkey]

Superman, when he's written well as in All-Star Superman and Geoff John's new Secret Origins, can be a very complex character. I'm not his biggest fan, but I like a lot of the books about him. But I felt the same way about Captain America, he was always too perfect, I just liked reading him more than Superman because Superman was too powerful.

Hmm...I could probably list of DC character flaws, but I am starting to get tired and am unlikely to say anything that makes complete sense...

I hear the argument that Superman is too flawless all the time, and while I know he isn't the most internally complex character, it's not like you're incapable of telling a good story with him. And like you said Mike, you could also make the argument the Cap is too perfect as well, but in the end, I like both characters, and I feel that's exactly why they're the two greatest heroes in comics.

Also, I'm glad you didn't do that list, otherwise you and me would have to throw down.

[JasterIsFett]

I hear the argument that Superman is too flawless all the time, and while I know he isn't the most internally complex character, it's not like you're incapable of telling a good story with him. And like you said Mike, you could also make the argument the Cap is too perfect as well, but in the end, I like both characters, and I feel that's exactly why they're the two greatest heroes in comics.

Also, I'm glad you didn't do that list, otherwise you and me would have to throw down.

Ha!

I didn't mean flaws with the characters, just personality flaws that make them a more compelling person to read about. (Ex. Hal Jordan is a "hotshot", Dick Grayson being unsure of himself and unwilling to replace Bruce, Arthur Curry being a royal dick.)

[BallsMonkey]

Ha!

I didn't mean flaws with the characters, just personality flaws that make them a more compelling person to read about. (Ex. Hal Jordan is a "hotshot", Dick Grayson being unsure of himself and unwilling to replace Bruce, Arthur Curry being a royal dick.)

Ah. I see.



......Can...Can we still throw down though? I'm in punchin' mode.

[JasterIsFett]

Sure, we meet at dawn at the old bridge. Bring whatever weapons you like and we'll settle this like they used to do before civilization went and forgot what it means to be a man!

[Sharp-O]

Whilst I would agree that DC's problem is it's editors, I would argue to the death about it having the best characters.

I agree that a lot of them are pony, in much the same way that Marvel has hit and miss characters. But by-and-large, DC has the better characters. Like Blue Beetle (Jaime Reyes) :D

That said, I'm not a devout DC follower and will pick up Avengers: Initiative and Young Avengers on occasion, as well as The Boys :cool:

[BallsMonkey]

Sure, we meet at dawn at the old bridge. Bring whatever weapons you like and we'll settle this like they used to do before civilization went and forgot what it means to be a man!

TO ARMS!!!!

I agree that a lot of them are pony, in much the same way that Marvel has hit and miss characters. But by-and-large, DC has the better characters. Like Blue Beetle (Jaime Reyes)

I tend to prefer the newer generation of DC heroes. Red Robin, Superboy, Kid Flash(Bart), Wonder Girl(Cassie), Speedy(Mia), and Jamie are my absolute favorites.

[Sharp-O]

I tend to prefer the newer generation of DC heroes. Red Robin, Superboy, Kid Flash(Bart), Wonder Girl(Cassie), Speedy(Mia), and Jamie are my absolute favorites.

Speedy really needs to be back on the Titans. She was such a good member and they never had a chance to develop her within the group before the Crisis hit.

As for the current Titans line-up (since you mentioned a lot of the old guard) I like the team as it is. They're not all friends, they're still learning how to be that as well as function well as a team and I enjoy seeing that.

Jaime, Static, Aquagirl, Miss Martian and the late Eddie are by far my faves on the team :p

[BallsMonkey]

Speedy really needs to be back on the Titans. She was such a good member and they never had a chance to develop her within the group before the Crisis hit.

As for the current Titans line-up (since you mentioned a lot of the old guard) I like the team as it is. They're not all friends, they're still learning how to be that as well as function well as a team and I enjoy seeing that.

Jaime, Static, Aquagirl, Miss Martian and the late Eddie are by far my faves on the team :p

I liked it better when Tim, Conner, Cassie, and Bart were the core team. They had great chemistry and, as proven by Young Justice, are strong enough to carry the book on their own. That's why I'm glad Conner and Bart are returning to the team. Now all we need to do is get through The Return of Bruce Wayne so we can get Tim back on there.

[Aaron]

I agree that a lot of them are pony, in much the same way that Marvel has hit and miss characters. But by-and-large, DC has the better characters. Like Blue Beetle (Jaime Reyes) :D

Nah, I just don't dig them. Who is that chick with the top hat and playboy bunny outfit?
Who could take that seriously?

[JasterIsFett]

Nah, I just don't dig them. Who is that chick with the top hat and playboy bunny outfit?
Who could take that seriously?

Zatanna.

but you could totally take this guy seriously right?

http://www.adherents.com/lit/comics/img/y/Yellowjacket.jpg

[Aaron]

Zatanna.

but you could totally take this guy seriously right?

http://www.adherents.com/lit/comics/img/y/Yellowjacket.jpg

Pretty similar costume to a lot of people. For example:

http://media.comicvine.com/uploads/1/11672/255561-67158-blue-beetle_large.jpg

[Sharp-O]

http://www.adherents.com/lit/comics/img/y/Yellowjacket.jpg

*cough*wifebeater*cough*crossdresser*cough*

Pretty similar costume to a lot of people. For example:

http://media.comicvine.com/uploads/1/11672/255561-67158-blue-beetle_large.jpg

Blue Beetle had the best book DC was putting out! He was more than just another cape, he was a great character supported by a wonderful cast, especially his family.

http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa129/Sharp-O/23beetle7.jpg

[JasterIsFett]

Hey dudes I'm gonna try to start a monthly comic review for the comic that I think is the best that month.

I'm calling it (also tentatively) Comic That You Should Read (creative, huh?)

Check it out, tell me what you think. linky (http://ridingincars.podbean.com/recommendations/).

[neon vomit]

Easily the best comic of the year. It's Dave Mazzucchelli's masterpiece. It's too bad he doesn't regularly make comics.
http://i390.photobucket.com/albums/oo346/bodomsknight/41GG6VqhdZL_SL500_AA240_.jpg?t=1262316977

[enzeru]

Could anyone recommend a few good webcomics?
I'm looking for maybe a geeky comedy kind of thing.
I just got caught up on VG cats (not much of a feat, sadly).

[Sharp-O]

Could anyone recommend a few good webcomics?
I'm looking for maybe a geeky comedy kind of thing.
I just got caught up on VG cats (not much of a feat, sadly).

VG Cats is still running? I thought the guy who does it had died or something.

Anyway, here's a few for you :D

Least I Could Do (http://www.leasticoulddo.com/)
PvP (http://www.pvponline.com/)
Questionable Content (http://www.questionablecontent.net/)

[JasterIsFett]

Easily the best comic of the year. It's Dave Mazzucchelli's masterpiece. It's too bad he doesn't regularly make comics.
http://i390.photobucket.com/albums/oo346/bodomsknight/41GG6VqhdZL_SL500_AA240_.jpg?t=1262316977

Really? I found it shallow and pedantic.

Could anyone recommend a few good webcomics?
I'm looking for maybe a geeky comedy kind of thing.
I just got caught up on VG cats (not much of a feat, sadly).

Penny Arcade (http://www.penny-arcade.com/comic/)

Ctrl+Alt+Del (http://www.ctrlaltdel-online.com/comic.php)

Questionable Content (http://www.questionablecontent.net/)

Creased Comics (http://www.creasedcomics.com/)

Achewood (http://www.achewood.com/)

The Adventures of Dr. McNinja (http://drmcninja.com/)

[enzeru]

Thank you JasterIsFett for those.
That should provide plenty of amusement.

[neon vomit]

Really? I found it shallow and pedantic.





I thought Asterios was a shallow character but not the comic itself. :confused:

[JasterIsFett]

I thought Asterios was a shallow character but not the comic itself. :confused:

It was a joke...:p

I thought it was well written and very beautifully drawn, but I'm not a fan of that kind of everyman comic. I would just rather read about superheroes and shit most of the time. That doesn't just apply to comics/graphic novels either. I don't like fiction that's about the mundane.

I hate Steinbeck. :D

[neon vomit]

It was a joke...:p

I thought it was well written and very beautifully drawn, but I'm not a fan of that kind of everyman comic. I would just rather read about superheroes and shit most of the time. That doesn't just apply to comics/graphic novels either. I don't like fiction that's about the mundane.

I hate Steinbeck. :D

Ha! That's funny you say that. Grapes of Wrath is my one of my favorite books. We definitely have different tastes. :D

[JasterIsFett]

Ha! That's funny you say that. Grapes of Wrath is my one of my favorite books. We definitely have different tastes. :D

I see a sitcom!!! :D

[JasterIsFett]

DOUBLE POST!

http://www.kingscomics.com.au/catalog/images/prodimg/img4083.jpg

I finished Ex Machina Deluxe Edition Volume 1 and 2 (up to issue 20)

and so far, it is glorious. I'm gonna catch up and start reading the floppies.

[neon vomit]

DOUBLE POST!

http://www.kingscomics.com.au/catalog/images/prodimg/img4083.jpg

I finished Ex Machina Deluxe Edition Volume 1 and 2 (up to issue 20)

and so far, it is glorious. I'm gonna catch up and start reading the floppies.

Good luck. There's only three issues left.

[JasterIsFett]

Good luck. There's only three issues left.

Well then, I guess I'll just get them as the deluxe editions come out.

[neon vomit]

Well then, I guess I'll just get them as the deluxe editions come out.

It will be great as an absolute edition. It's a fantastic series.

[JasterIsFett]

It will be great as an absolute edition. It's a fantastic series.

I don't know. I got Y: the last man as the trades, and now I wanna get the larger editions, but it just costs so damn much when they collect that much content. I luckily got the Kingdom Come absolute for about 1/2 price, but 50.00 is a hell of a lot of scratch.

[Sharp-O]

There needs to be an Absolute Blue Beetle. That was a stellar title. Damn people not giving it a chance :mad:

[phit_demon]

Could anyone recommend a few good webcomics?
I'm looking for maybe a geeky comedy kind of thing.
I just got caught up on VG cats (not much of a feat, sadly).
At the risk of sounding obvious, have you read xkcd (http://xkcd.com/)? It cracks me, so consistently, up.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h3/phitdemon/simpsons_fat_tony.jpg


I hate Steinbeck. :D

Well maybe he doesn't like you too much either!

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h3/phitdemon/Boy-sticking-out-his-tong-001.jpg

[Aaron]

I finished Ex Machina ... it is glorious.

WORD, BITCH! Ex Machina like a motherfucker!

The titles I'm digging the most right now
(I only read TPB so if anyone spoils something... *waves ban stick*)

The Immortal Iron Fist.
Invincible (after the recommendations I've been trying to catch up)
DMZ
Avengers (New and Mighty)
Daredevil
Umbrella Academy

I'm thinking about picking up Scalped. Looks interesting

[phit_demon]

...TPB...

The Phantom Boobies?

[JasterIsFett]

Invincible (after the recommendations I've been trying to catch up)

I just ordered the first two books in the ultimate edition of Invincible (also on recommendations), I think its issues 1-30. I have found nothing that Kirkman has written that I do not love.

[Sharp-O]

The Phantom Boobies?

You're thinking of Ghost from Dark Horse ;)

http://infinitecoolness.com/stuff/posters/adamhughesghostcomicbookposter.jpg

[Shäne]

Umbrella Academy

How is that? It looks interesting but I was a bit turned away by the writer's second job...
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y93/piratebecca/remember2.jpg

[JasterIsFett]

How is that? It looks interesting but I was a bit turned away by the writer's second job...

Its surprisingly good. I ordered it for the library I work at...

[Aaron]

Yeah, I expected it to be lame too. But the guy knows his comic books and he's a pretty good artist too (they include his character sketches in the TPBs) I like the world he created with these. Really quirky characters, old school science fiction vibe.

[Shäne]

Its surprisingly good. I ordered it for the library I work at...

Yeah, I expected it to be lame too. But the guy knows his comic books and he's a pretty good artist too (they include his character sketches in the TPBs) I like the world he created with these. Really quirky characters, old school science fiction vibe.

I'll [legally acquire] it and give it a go.

[phit_demon]

...TPB...
The Phantom Boobies?












































I'm so, so bored.

[Antonio_Bay]

Best & worse comics of the 2000's? (http://www.aintitcool.com/node/43548)

I've only read one which is mentioned, The Dark Knight Strikes Again. I agree it's naff.

[ChewieVasquez]

Best & worse comics of the 2000's? (http://www.aintitcool.com/node/43548)

I've only read one which is mentioned, The Dark Knight Strikes Again. I agree it's naff.

Marvel Zombies 2 & 3 should definitely have been on the worst list.

[JasterIsFett]

Brand New Day should be on the worst list. Its what made me stop giving a damn about Spider-Man.

EDIT: and Fables, Y: The last man and Ex Machina should have been on the best list.

[BallsMonkey]

I'm surprised they left Ultimatum off the worst list.

[ChewieVasquez]

That new Spider-Man Clone Saga should be on there, too. It's not done yet but God, is it terrible.

[BallsMonkey]

Also, I hate to add more Morrison to that list, but Batman R.I.P. Compared to the others it wasn't that bad, but still a total let down.

[Sharp-O]

Best & worse comics of the 2000's? (http://www.aintitcool.com/node/43548)


No Blue Beetle for best comic? For shame! Although I do like The Walking Dead. :)

And I agree with most of the worst comics but so many more should be on there.

[neon vomit]

Best & worse comics of the 2000's? (http://www.aintitcool.com/node/43548)



It's nice to see Gotham Central get some credit. It was nearly canceled at the end of every arc. It's one of my all time favorite series.

[ChuckMcButcalf]

WORD, BITCH! Ex Machina like a motherfucker!

The titles I'm digging the most right now
(I only read TPB so if anyone spoils something... *waves ban stick*)

The Immortal Iron Fist.
Invincible (after the recommendations I've been trying to catch up)
DMZ
Avengers (New and Mighty)
Daredevil
Umbrella Academy

I'm thinking about picking up Scalped. Looks interesting

Daredevil has been uniformly fantastic for years. Brubaker's run was gold and it looks like Andy Diggle is going to do just as well. Have you made it to the end of Lady Bullseye yet?

[Sharp-O]

Just read Siege #1. Osborn really has lost his gorram mind. There's no way he can come out of this looking good in any respect.

[Aaron]

Daredevil has been uniformly fantastic for years. Brubaker's run was gold and it looks like Andy Diggle is going to do just as well. Have you made it to the end of Lady Bullseye yet?

There isn't a funaki big enough.
But I've only read as far as #119 and the #500 they did so I haven't read any of Diggle's stuff yet. As soon as the TPB is released though, I'll be all over it like By-tor at a brewery

[ChuckMcButcalf]

There isn't a funaki big enough.
But I've only read as far as #119 and the #500 they did so I haven't read any of Diggle's stuff yet. As soon as the TPB is released though, I'll be all over it like By-tor at a brewery

It's good stuff so far, but then again, I'm there for pretty much anything Brubaker writes.

[enzeru]

Going back and reading through my Amethyst Princess of Gemworld comics. Ah, 80's comics that are no longer in print are great.

[Sharp-O]

Amethyst Princess of Gemworld

I just looked that up hehe You can really taste the eighties on it, being a mash-up of She-Ra: Princess of Power and Jem :D But hey, if Keith Giffen was writing it, it had to be funny :cool:

[enzeru]

I just looked that up hehe You can really taste the eighties on it, being a mash-up of She-Ra: Princess of Power and Jem :D But hey, if Keith Giffen was writing it, it had to be funny :cool:

Exactly... I need to get my hands on on She Ra and Jem. To Ebay!

[By-tor]

... I'll be all over it like By-tor at a breweryBitch, I been off the sauce for a week now. :rolleyes:;)

[phit_demon]

Bitch, I been off the sauce for a week now. :rolleyes:;)

Kudos dude. I'm off it until the Six Nations tournament starts in February.

[Sharp-O]

Exactly... I need to get my hands on on She Ra and Jem. To Ebay!

Pick up some Blue Beetle trades while you're there ;):p

[Aaron]

Bitch, I been off the sauce for a week now. :rolleyes:;)

Yeah, but if you were at a brewery, you'd be all over it. My point still stands :p

[ZBarclay]

Bitch, I been off the sauce for a week now. :rolleyes:;)

Kudos dude. I'm off it until the Six Nations tournament starts in February.

I'm off it until approximately 11:45pm tonight...but I have self control ;)

[Sharp-O]

A recent update for The Source over at DC gives us a little look at the fallout of Blackest Night and our first look at the White Lantern symbol.

Starting in April, Brightest Day will be a bi-weekly, 26 issue series kicking off with Brightest Day #0 with GL and GLC under the same banner. It will be written by Geoff Johns and Pete Tomasi. There is apparently numerous talented artists lined up to draw the book, only one of which is confirmed, Fernando Pasarin.

Apart from that, no clues as to what this series will be about but one would assume that it would be a home for the various other Corps this event has spawned. Anyway, here's the teaser image. Enjoy!

http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/files/2010/01/prev_brtst-day.jpg

:D

[BallsMonkey]

If it's Johns, I'm reading it.

Though at this point I don't think he can deny the existence of a White Lantern anymore.

[Sharp-O]

Though at this point I don't think he can deny the existence of a White Lantern anymore.

Despite knowing this would be the point Johns was heading towards, it's still quite exciting. :)


**EDIT**

Also, if they don't release a White Lantern ring, I will be very sad

[By-tor]

I'm off it until approximately 11:45pm tonight...but I have self control ;)How 'bout when it comes to strippers? :p

[phit_demon]

How 'bout when it comes to strippers? :p
Boo-yah! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BO36so2Aqps)

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h3/phitdemon/Picture5-5.png

[neon vomit]

I just downloaded the graphic.ly Beta. Hooray for digital comics! They only have two but they're free.

[Fatty_bo_batty]

I am trying to get into comics, got any series suggestions?

[Aaron]

100 Bullets is what got me back into comics.
Can't go wrong.

[TheHangingBrain]

Anything written by Garth Ennis, Warren Ellis or Alan Moore.

[Sharp-O]

Anything written by Garth Ennis....

Amen to that. :cool:

http://powet.tv/powetblog/wp-content/uploads/2006/08/ennistheboys.jpg

You should also pick up Green Lantern, it's probably the best book DC (or any company for that matter) is putting out right now. Definately start with the Secret Origins trade if you can get your hands on it. :D

[BallsMonkey]

Amen to that. :cool:

http://powet.tv/powetblog/wp-content/uploads/2006/08/ennistheboys.jpg

You should also pick up Green Lantern, it's probably the best book DC (or any company for that matter) is putting out right now. Definately start with the Secret Origins trade if you can get your hands on it. :D

Secret Origins or Rebirth. Either/or.

[Sharp-O]

Secret Origins or Rebirth. Either/or.

I think Secret Origins would be better because it's more relevant to current plotlines. Rebirth is great, but it's a long road between those two points :p

[Fatty_bo_batty]

Thanks

[ZBarclay]

How 'bout when it comes to strippers? :p

I've been off strippers exponentially longer than you've been off booze. And when I used to visit the strip clubs it didn't cause me to call you at 5am and ask YOU where I was. :p

[TheHangingBrain]

I am trying to get into comics, got any series suggestions?

Also, anything by Neil Gaiman and anything Frank Miller pre DK2.

[JasterIsFett]

Also, anything by Neil Gaiman and anything Frank Miller pre DK2.

Sandman might be a little heavy for a newcomer to comics. I'd try Y: The Last Man as a good series.

Kingdom Come is my favorite trade/graphic novel of all time. I'd definitely suggest picking that up. You can get it for around $10 on amazon.

[VogonPoet]

Any good, free webcomics, you know of? My budget is getting stricter by the day.

[McMarcoP]

Sandman might be a little heavy for a newcomer to comics.

Good point.
Mike Carey?

[Sharp-O]

Kingdom Come is my favorite trade/graphic novel of all time. I'd definitely suggest picking that up. You can get it for around $10 on amazon.

That's the book that got me into comics, so I approve :D

Any good, free webcomics, you know of? My budget is getting stricter by the day.

Here's the ones I follow daily :D

PvP (http://www.pvponline.com/)
Least I Could Do (http://www.leasticoulddo.com/)
Shortpacked (http://www.shortpacked.com/index.html)
Questionable Content (http://questionablecontent.net/)

[BallsMonkey]

Oh I would also recommend picking up, if you can find it, the TMNT Collected Book Volume 1. It collects the first 11 issues and 5 one shots of the original TMNT comic and it's a fun read.

[VogonPoet]

Shortpacked (http://www.shortpacked.com/index.html)

Wow. Thanks, man. I meant story and art driven 'comics' comics but today's edition has won me over.

Oh I would also recommend picking up, if you can find it, the TMNT Collected Book Volume 1. It collects the first 11 issues and 5 one shots of the original TMNT comic and it's a fun read.
Whatever happened to that TMNT project you were working on? And I'm sure you've been asked before but who's the guy in the middle pic of your signature?

[Aaron]

Ray Park

[TheHangingBrain]

Come on, Aaron, you know it's really Darth Maul.

[Aaron]

Do you mean Toad?

[TheHangingBrain]

Actually, I think I meant Snake Eyes.

[JasterIsFett]

I think he meant Danny Rand a.k.a. Iron Fist.

[BallsMonkey]

No, it's really The Headless Horseman.

Whatever happened to that TMNT project you were working on?

What project? I'm going to be doing a review of Turtles Forever for my blog, but that's it.

[Sharp-O]

Are you sure it's not Edgar from Heroes?


Wow. Thanks, man. I meant story and art driven 'comics' comics but today's edition has won me over.


Really? Cos the normal shennanigans are much funnier :p

[VogonPoet]

What project? I'm going to be doing a review of Turtles Forever for my blog, but that's it.
I don't know, you used to have a link to it in your sig, I thought it was your project. I didn't look through the site too thoroughly.


Really? Cos the normal shennanigans are much funnier :p
I've done that same joke. I really dig my own shit!

[BallsMonkey]

I don't know, you used to have a link to it in your sig, I thought it was your project. I didn't look through the site too thoroughly.



Oh, that's not me, those are some other dudes. I just dug their ideas.

[phit_demon]

Ray Park

Come on, Aaron, you know it's really Darth Maul.

"Hi, I'm Darth Maul. I played Ray Park in The Phantom Menace."

[Sharp-O]

"Hi, I'm Darth Maul. I played Ray Park in The Phantom Menace."

http://icanhascheezburger.files.wordpress.com/2007/07/hahaha-lulz.jpg

"Hi, I'm Darth Maul! You might remember me from such films as...."

[JasterIsFett]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/2/23/BrittenBrulightly.jpg

Damn good comic for a first time author. Definitely read it if you have a chance.

[McMarcoP]

http://media.washingtontimes.com/media/img/blogs/entry_img/2009/Apr/16/bb-dylan-dog-400.jpg

See if you can get your paws on this one.
Absolutely ace.

[Erasmus Cunk]

http://media.washingtontimes.com/media/img/blogs/entry_img/2009/Apr/16/bb-dylan-dog-400.jpg

See if you can get your paws on this one.
Absolutely ace.


Ooh. Is that Mike Mignola? I'll keep a look out for it.


I read this yesterday:

http://img1.fantasticfiction.co.uk/images/n11/n59103.jpg

Very good one-off 'graphic novel' (god, I hate that term). Given its themes, I suspect HangingBrain would especially enjoy it.

[McMarcoP]

Ooh. Is that Mike Mignola? I'll keep a look out for it.

Mike Mignola did only the covers, actually.
More details on the thingmy HERE (http://www.darkhorse.com/Books/15-672/The-Dylan-Dog-Case-Files-TPB).
I love it. To bits.

[Erasmus Cunk]

Mike Mignola did only the covers, actually.
More details on the thingmy HERE (http://www.darkhorse.com/Books/15-672/The-Dylan-Dog-Case-Files-TPB).
I love it. To bits.

Very interesting. I've officially put it on my To Read list.

Hot damn, though! 680 pages? that's one doorstop of a comic!

Edit: OK, after reading the preview on the link, I've pushed it waaaaaay up my To Read list. In fact, it's only £12 on Amazon. *very tempted*

[Erasmus Cunk]

No. God, no. Pleeeeease God, no. (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/02/03/get-ready-for-watchmen-2/)

[Shäne]

No. God, no. Pleeeeease God, no. (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/02/03/get-ready-for-watchmen-2/)

I saw that a while back. I still haven't seen the movie and won't be checking out any possible sequels or spin-offs.

[Sharp-O]

No. God, no. Pleeeeease God, no. (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/02/03/get-ready-for-watchmen-2/)

Watchmen 2: Watch Harder.

[phit_demon]

No. God, no. Pleeeeease God, no. (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/02/03/get-ready-for-watchmen-2/)

Even if it does happen, it never happened.

[McMarcoP]

No. God, no. Pleeeeease God, no. (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/02/03/get-ready-for-watchmen-2/)

Before that I hope we see "The Passion of Christ 2".

[Sharp-O]

Before that I hope we see "The Passion of Christ 2".

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_PcdxNhbzKGw/R8cfLoye0WI/AAAAAAAAAkc/fKCi_kRdVaE/passion%2Bof%2Bthe%2Bchrist%2B2.JPG

:D

[RobinHoodDaffy]

Follow the money. It ain't happening. IF Watchmen had made a killing at the box office then it might, but can you imagine going to the money men and persuading them that more money needs to be sunk into an unwanted and untested sequel. I just don't see it in todays entertainment market.

On the plus side, they would have to run it by Alan Moore first, as he has the first writer approval clause on his contract.:D

[Shäne]

What are some of the best Hellblazer trades for someone new to the series?

[JasterIsFett]

What are some of the best Hellblazer trades for someone new to the series?

Rare Cuts is good because its just a bunch of short stories. Original Sin is good but I always found Jamie Delano's writing to be a bit intense and culture heavy, so it was harder for me, as an American, to relate. Dangerous Habits (Garth Ennis' first trade) is pretty incredible. I dug the hell out of Joyride (Andy Diggle) and Good Intentions (Brian Azzarello) too.

[TheHangingBrain]

I rarely view this thread because I had to quit reading comics years ago due to lack of income and never picked it back up. Makes me sad.

http://media.washingtontimes.com/media/img/blogs/entry_img/2009/Apr/16/bb-dylan-dog-400.jpg

See if you can get your paws on this one.
Absolutely ace.

That looks really cool, will see if I can hunt it down on the cheap.

http://img1.fantasticfiction.co.uk/images/n11/n59103.jpg

Very good one-off 'graphic novel' (god, I hate that term). Given its themes, I suspect HangingBrain would especially enjoy it.

With Ellis and Doran it can't be bad. Thanks for the heads up, Cunk.

What are some of the best Hellblazer trades for someone new to the series?

Rare Cuts is good because its just a bunch of short stories. Original Sin is good but I always found Jamie Delano's writing to be a bit intense and culture heavy, so it was harder for me, as an American, to relate. Dangerous Habits (Garth Ennis' first trade) is pretty incredible. I dug the hell out of Joyride (Andy Diggle) and Good Intentions (Brian Azzarello) too.

I have a friend who is a major fan of Hellblazer and has been trying to get me to read it. I've actually read a few one offs, but never read the series in earnest. My local library has a shitload of the Ennis and Azzarello trades, but they don't have the first couple of the series. It's tough for me to get into something unless I start it from the beginning so I've been holding off for a chance to do it up right.

Plus there's the fact I still haven't finished Transmetropolitain. I really need to get on that. :o

[phit_demon]

I rarely view this thread because I had to quit reading comics years ago due to lack of income and never picked it back up. Makes me sad.

There are...other ways.

[TheHangingBrain]

There are...other ways.

Yeah, I used to have a program that would let me read torrents of scanned comics, but I can't remember what it was. I find it tough to read comics on the comp though, it makes my eyes hurt after a while. God knows why, but it does.

If anyone has any good recommendations of "other ways" to get my funny book fix, I'm all ears (and quite a bit of ass, too). The library has a surprising collection of trades that run the gamut of your typical super hero drivel, which honestly, never was really interested in. I liked Batman, Daredevil, Starman and a few others, but mostly I dug Vertigo style stuff.

[phit_demon]

Yeah, I used to have a program that would let me read torrents of scanned comics, but I can't remember what it was. I find it tough to read comics on the comp though, it makes my eyes hurt after a while. God knows why, but it does.
Then I'm all out of ideas.

I pretty much throw torrents at every one of life's problems. If only there were torrents for sandwiches........oh God, now I'm hungry!

[By-tor]

If only there were torrents for sandwiches........oh God, now I'm hungry!
http://www.buffalochow.com/mt/images/subway_vs_quiznos_who_makes_be_p1.jpg
That help? :D

[TheHangingBrain]

If only there were torrents for sandwiches........oh God, now I'm hungry!

That would be awesome! My luck I'd get the Big Mac that would freeze at 99% complete. :D

[JasterIsFett]

Yeah, I used to have a program that would let me read torrents of scanned comics, but I can't remember what it was. I find it tough to read comics on the comp though, it makes my eyes hurt after a while. God knows why, but it does.

If anyone has any good recommendations of "other ways" to get my funny book fix, I'm all ears (and quite a bit of ass, too). The library has a surprising collection of trades that run the gamut of your typical super hero drivel, which honestly, never was really interested in. I liked Batman, Daredevil, Starman and a few others, but mostly I dug Vertigo style stuff.

My first suggestion would actually be the library. If you have more than one in the area, check those out because the selection generally varies depending on how knowledgeable the people are who work there. Sometimes they just order what is recommended by Scholastic or some shit and nobody wants that.

Another idea, if you really want to, ask the people at the library if they ever plan to get a certain book, or see if they have patron request forms. We do it all the time if we don't have a book that somebody wants, plus if it checks out and people actually like it, then they're likely to order more of the same type.

[JasterIsFett]

That would be awesome! My luck I'd get the Big Mac that would freeze at 99% complete. :D

All the food I want would be seeded by like...2 people and it would take a day to download.

[phit_demon]

http://www.buffalochow.com/mt/images/subway_vs_quiznos_who_makes_be_p1.jpg
That help?
You asshole.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h3/phitdemon/Transformers%20gifs/AngryVader.gif

Fuck it, I'm making some soup and a sandwich.

That would be awesome! My luck I'd get the Big Mac that would freeze at 99% complete. :D
Urgh, I've been there. Not with a sandwich, but you get the picture. :D

[Shäne]

Rare Cuts is good because its just a bunch of short stories. Original Sin is good but I always found Jamie Delano's writing to be a bit intense and culture heavy, so it was harder for me, as an American, to relate. Dangerous Habits (Garth Ennis' first trade) is pretty incredible. I dug the hell out of Joyride (Andy Diggle) and Good Intentions (Brian Azzarello) too.

Duly noted. :) I'm definitely going to check out Garth Ennis' issues.

I think next month I'm going to drop $40 on this:
http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/ciu/20/31/4500e03ae7a0f922f9fa1210.L.jpg

The Walking Dead: Compendium. The first 48 issues in one massive volume. :cool:

[FaythMalfoy]

My first suggestion would actually be the library. If you have more than one in the area, check those out because the selection generally varies depending on how knowledgeable the people are who work there. Sometimes they just order what is recommended by Scholastic or some shit and nobody wants that.

Another idea, if you really want to, ask the people at the library if they ever plan to get a certain book, or see if they have patron request forms. We do it all the time if we don't have a book that somebody wants, plus if it checks out and people actually like it, then they're likely to order more of the same type.

Where I live, the library doesn't order SHIT even when you give them a "pretty please" and a charming smile.

Duly noted. :) I'm definitely going to check out Garth Ennis' issues.

I think next month I'm going to drop $40 on this:
http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/ciu/20/31/4500e03ae7a0f922f9fa1210.L.jpg

The Walking Dead: Compendium. The first 48 issues in one massive volume. :cool:

So, you're going to let me borrow that when you're done, right? I won't take 10 years to read it like I did Watchmen, and I won't leave it in my closet for all of eternity like I did Preacher Volume 1. :o

[JasterIsFett]

Where I live, the library doesn't order SHIT even when you give them a "pretty please" and a charming smile.

Well, what's the name of the library? I'll put in some bad press to the people who run the libraries over here.

and I won't leave it in my closet for all of eternity like I did Preacher Volume 1. :o

Inexcuseable, Preacher is too good to leave in a closet.

[Sharp-O]

http://www.buffalochow.com/mt/images/subway_vs_quiznos_who_makes_be_p1.jpg
That help? :D

By-Tor, you bastard! :(:mad:

[TheHangingBrain]

All the food I want would be seeded by like...2 people and it would take a day to download.

I forgot to comment on this a while back, made me chuckle. :D

[Sharp-O]

http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/ciu/20/31/4500e03ae7a0f922f9fa1210.L.jpg

The Walking Dead: Compendium. The first 48 issues in one massive volume. :cool:

I might too, I need something to wedge under one end of my desk to even it out.

(Joke! I love the series and for 25 quid plus free shipping, I'm considering it)

[Erasmus Cunk]

Yeah, I used to have a program that would let me read torrents of scanned comics, but I can't remember what it was.

I'd be willing to hazard a guess that it was CDisplay. (http://www.downloadsource.net/18912/CDisplay-Comic-Reader/)

[FaythMalfoy]

Well, what's the name of the library? I'll put in some bad press to the people who run the libraries over here.

Wolfe County Public Library. If you did that, it would calm my nerd rage a bit.

Inexcuseable, Preacher is too good to leave in a closet.

Most likely, but at the time I found myself too preoccupied with nonsense. I'd gladly ask Shane if I can borrow it again, however, if he'd let me!

[TheHangingBrain]

I'd be willing to hazard a guess that it was CDisplay. (http://www.downloadsource.net/18912/CDisplay-Comic-Reader/)

Yes sir! And thank you! ;)

[Shäne]

Most likely, but at the time I found myself too preoccupied with nonsense. I'd gladly ask Shane if I can borrow it again, however, if he'd let me!

Yeah, sure. I'm still not sure if you'll actually like it though.

[FaythMalfoy]

Yeah, sure. I'm still not sure if you'll actually like it though.

I like how you answered that. "Yeah, sure, whatever, I'm Shane and I'm nonchalant about everything".

[JasterIsFett]

Wolfe County Public Library. If you did that, it would calm my nerd rage a bit.

Will do.

I like how you answered that. "Yeah, sure, whatever, I'm Shane and I'm nonchalant about everything".

Ha! I like this girl Shane, she's got chutzpah.

[FaythMalfoy]

Will do.
Would you kindry? :)


Ha! I like this girl Shane, she's got chutzpah.
Huzzah! :D

[Antonio_Bay]

BM, I was looking through a box, found these. From 1990. Thought I'd snap a pic for you.

http://www.dayofthedawn.com/tmht.JPG

[Sharp-O]

BM, I was looking through a box, found these. From 1990. Thought I'd snap a pic for you.

http://www.dayofthedawn.com/tmht.JPG

Somewhere, Ballsmonkey got a hardon and he doesn't know why :p

[Sharp-O]

http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/files/2010/02/bnpromowhitering.jpg (http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/2010/02/24/add-another-lantern-ring-to-your-collection/)

Sonuvabitch...... I know my local store won't order enough to get those rings but I will own that. No matter the cost.

[FaythMalfoy]

http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/files/2010/02/bnpromowhitering.jpg (http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/2010/02/24/add-another-lantern-ring-to-your-collection/)

Sonuvabitch...... I know my local store won't order enough to get those rings but I will own that. No matter the cost.

Fuck yeah! Show your local store who's boss!

[Sharp-O]

Fuck yeah! Show your local store who's boss!

I'll probably end up buying one online, my local store is accomodating but they're trying to pull their shit together for the new store. It's a complete shambles.

[BallsMonkey]

BM, I was looking through a box, found these. From 1990. Thought I'd snap a pic for you.

http://www.dayofthedawn.com/tmht.JPG

http://memegenerator.net/Thumbnails/745/208x228_Greedy-Larfleeze-MINE-MINEMINEMINE.jpg

[Sharp-O]

http://memegenerator.net/Thumbnails/745/208x228_Greedy-Larfleeze-MINE-MINEMINEMINE.jpg

I fucking love you, Balls :D
(and I'm expecting the follow-up misquoting joke about me being gay. Have at it.)

[BallsMonkey]

I fucking love you, Balls :D
Have at it

That's what she said ;)

[Aaron]

I buy 1 Trade Paper Back every week and have decided I should post my choice here in future.

Last week's
http://www.coverbrowser.com/image/bestselling-comics-2006/418-1.jpg

This week's
http://www.cullenbunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/immortal_weapons_tpb.jpg

[Sharp-O]

Finished reading The Walking Dead #70 and I agree with what Jaster said on one of his episodes. I'm so unsettled by the community they've found that I'm reading everything their group says with suspicion.

Can't pick up Blackest Night #7 for two weeks which sucks, so I have to encase myself in a little bubble to prevent spoilers. :(

[phit_demon]

I buy 1 Trade Paper Back every week...
Are you always fairly certain what you're going to pick up, or do you gamble on TPBs a lot?

[Aaron]

Are you always fairly certain what you're going to pick up, or do you gamble on TPBs a lot?

I follow enough series to not run out very often, but I've gambled a few times. Either I've been very lucky so far or easy to please but I haven't been disappointed very often.

[Sharp-O]

I've been very lucky so far or easy to please but I haven't been disappointed very often.

That's what she said.

[Shäne]

Read this last night.
http://images.tfaw.com/covers/400/10/10759.jpg

Decent, I guess. But there wasn't nearly enough to it.

[JasterIsFett]

Decent, I guess. But there wasn't nearly enough to it.

That...is what she said.

Get the second one too if you can. Its just as good.

[phit_demon]

Mister Bookseller (http://sites.google.com/site/fadedoasis/misterbookseller/)


Delightful. :)

[McMarcoP]

Mister Bookseller (http://sites.google.com/site/fadedoasis/misterbookseller/)

Wow, that is amazing.
Thanks.

[Cuclean]

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Delightful. :)

That was very very cool.