Re: The Comic Thread

by Sid Seadevil Thu Jan 27, 2011 12:53 am

Zoltar wrote:A little spoiler about the new issue of Action Comics...

Spoiler:

Now why doesn't that surprise me in the least...

Spoiler:

by **Zoltar** Thu Jan 27, 2011 10:20 am

Sid Seadevil wrote:Now why doesn't that surprise me in the least...

Spoiler:

I suppose there is a certain resemblance, yes. Very Happy

Spoiler:

by Sid Seadevil Thu Jan 27, 2011 10:25 am

Zoltar wrote:
Spoiler:

Do it! Oh, and use the

Spoiler:

by **Zoltar** Tue Feb 15, 2011 5:30 pm

Just a heads up. The animated All-Star Superman appears to have manifested on the interwebs, should anyone be interested in seeing it. Smile

by Sid Seadevil Wed Feb 16, 2011 1:41 am

Anybody was interested and has now seen it. Smile

While nowhere near the greatness of its source material - it was still highly enjoyable. Interestingly, the Hatchling, who hasn't read All-Star, enjoyed it more than I did. Which means it succeeded in its mission of pleasing a general audience and not just fans of Morrison's epic.

A win-win for DC.

Although it certainly wasn't without its faults. But they were small and pretty much forgiveable.

by **Zoltar** Wed Feb 16, 2011 10:34 am

Agreed. It was better than I expected, and I think they did a good job condensing the 12-issues to a single movie.

by Sid Seadevil Wed Feb 16, 2011 10:36 am

Absolutely. Now it's just a case of sitting back and waiting for what they do with the adaptation of Batman Year One.

by **Zoltar** Wed Feb 16, 2011 11:12 am

Sid Seadevil wrote:Absolutely. Now it's just a case of sitting back and waiting for what they do with the adaptation of Batman Year One.

Very much looking forward to that.

And on the topic of comics, there's two "Events" on the horizon: "Flashpoint" and "Fear Itself". I'd have to say Flashpoint has my interest far more than Fear Itself does.

by Sid Seadevil Wed Feb 16, 2011 11:22 am

It's "Flashpoint" for me too. And I'm pleased to say I'm still enjoying "Brightest Day" - especially now as it's nearing its climax.

by **Zoltar** Wed Feb 16, 2011 11:32 am

Sid Seadevil wrote:It's "Flashpoint" for me too. And I'm pleased to say I'm still enjoying "Brightest Day" - especially now as it's nearing its climax.

It has been very good. There were a few slow points here and there, for me, but the excellent art and the mix of characters more than made up for that.

by Sid Seadevil Wed Feb 16, 2011 12:01 pm

Zoltar wrote:It has been very good. There were a few slow points here and there, for me, but the excellent art and the mix of characters more than made up for that.

Same for me. I'm delighted for DC - they really are producing the best and most interesting work of the "Big Two" at the moment.

by **Zoltar** Wed Feb 16, 2011 1:06 pm

Sid Seadevil wrote:Same for me. I'm delighted for DC - they really are producing the best and most interesting work of the "Big Two" at the moment.

Marvel's got some great comics, but their overall universe doesn't seem to have a strong focus lately. "Heroic Age" has felt more like "It's not Dark Reign anymore" than a specific concept in and of itself.

But yes, DC is doing well. It really is remarkable how strong the Batman and Green Lantern franchises have become.

by Sid Seadevil Wed Feb 16, 2011 1:33 pm

Especially Batman. And I know it's hardly dark-n'-gritty: but Batgirl is one of the consistently strongest and most consistent Bat titles on a monthly basis.

by **Zoltar** Wed Feb 16, 2011 1:44 pm

Sid Seadevil wrote:Especially Batman. And I know it's hardly dark-n'-gritty: but Batgirl is one of the consistently strongest and most consistent Bat titles on a monthly basis.

Dustin Nguyen's drawing that now, isn't he?

by Sid Seadevil Wed Feb 16, 2011 1:53 pm

Yes he is. And he's doing a beautiful job of it. If you get the chance, check out the latest issue. Some of the story use water colours and its just lovely.

by **Zoltar** Wed Feb 16, 2011 6:31 pm

Sid Seadevil wrote:Yes he is. And he's doing a beautiful job of it. If you get the chance, check out the latest issue. Some of the story use water colours and its just lovely.

I'll see if I can track it down.

by Sid Seadevil Thu Feb 17, 2011 2:40 am

Do try. You won't be disappointed.

by **Zoltar** Thu Feb 17, 2011 10:20 am

Sid Seadevil wrote:Do try. You won't be disappointed.

I'm sure I won't, I like Dustin's art a lot. Were you referring to issue #18?

by Sid Seadevil Thu Feb 17, 2011 10:21 am

Yep, 18 - it's a team up with Klarion the Witch Boy. Very Happy

by **Zoltar** Thu Feb 17, 2011 10:47 am

Sid Seadevil wrote:Yep, 18 - it's a team up with Klarion the Witch Boy.

OK, I have the right one then. Very Happy

I'll read it later.

by Sid Seadevil Thu Feb 17, 2011 10:49 am

Great stuff! Smile

by **Zoltar** Thu Feb 17, 2011 3:39 pm

That was a good issue, I particularly liked the ending. Smile

by Sid Seadevil Thu Feb 17, 2011 3:42 pm

Great wasn't it. Batgirl is a consistently wonderfully fun read. I couldn't imagine not having it on my pull list now. Smile

by **Zoltar** Fri Feb 18, 2011 9:09 pm

Sid Seadevil wrote:Klarion the Witch Boy.

Who coincidentally appeared in tonight's episode of Young Justice. Smile

by Sid Seadevil Sat Feb 19, 2011 3:10 am

Zoltar wrote:Who coincidentally appeared in tonight's episode of Young Justice.

Did he really? I must hunt it down - he's a great character. Smile

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