The Quick and the Read #10 – Random stuff

The Quick and the Read #10 – Random stuff

It has been a looooong time since I have done one of these, and I am going to do my best to try to do more.  I have stacks of comics I have read around the Fortress of Mozitude that I haven’t added to ComicBase and filed away for this very purpose

The only thing left to do is dive on in.

Buck Rogers #1 (Dynamite Entertainment) – I am not really sure what I expected to find reading this comic, but I didn’t find it.  I was a big fan of the Buck Rogers TV show from the late 70s\early 80s, so maybe subconsciously that was looking for here.  Now don’t get me wrong, this was a pretty good comic and I have seen A LOT worse, but this just didn’t “click” with me, so this is the last issue I am getting.

The Mighty #5 (DC Comics) – I got really tired of superhero deconstruction stories after a while, with everyone trying to recapture the popularity of Watchmen since it was first published back in the ‘80’s.  There has only been a handful worth reading over the years, like Kingdom Come and Powers just to name a few.  When this title was announced, I would have probably never touched it if Peter Tomasi hadn’t been writing it.  I have developed a great respect for his writing after what he did with Nightwing and the Green Lantern Corp books, so I just had to pick this up when it first come out.  Without spoiling anything, this issue probably really got me hooked on the series.  Peter Tomasi can really grab you with his writing, and Keith Champagne is no slouch.  If you are not reading this already, you should give the first trade a try.

Project Superpowers: Chapter Two #0 (Dynamite Entertainment) – I was intrigued by the first series (and I admit that most of that was because of Alex Ross being attached), it really has been interesting to see all of these forgotten heroes from the Golden Age and seeing what is done with them.  I didn’t read the mini-series that came out in-between the first series and this one, so I have kind of lost interest, but I thought I would give this a try.  This is still interesting as more and more heroes and villains come out of the woodwork, but it’s just not enough for me to keep buying it.  I doubt I would even get trades at this point, the “new comic smell” has worn off completely.

The Lone Ranger #17 (Dynamite Entertainment) – Now here is the one bright spot in this review, for the most part anyway.  I really enjoy this comic, and look forward to when it comes out, however sporadically.  I grew up watching Lone Ranger re-runs with my Dad (who actually met Clayton Moore when he was a kid), and have always loved the character.  When this title came out, I made sure that I get a copy for him too; and he really enjoys reading it.  Once again this was a great issue, and it was a joy to read.  I have a big problem with how often this comes out however.  I feel that this is the title that put Dynamite “on the map” so to speak, and they should really make an effort to put this out monthly on a consistent basis.  I have read comments from the creative team, and how they like to get an entire story arc “in the can” before they solicit it.  I can understand that, but you would think that after a while they would get caught up and have enough issues together to keep this monthly.  Maybe they should just go ahead and call this bi-monthly or quarterly and get it over with.

Well that’s it for this installment, until next time, keep them bagged and boarded!

The Quick and the Read #7 – ACCCKKKK!! More Comic Reviews

Ok, I know it has been a while, but I have been crazy busy.? As well as the book starting up again, the Wife and I have a house guest for a while, my good friend Mike.? We worked together for a long time back in Washington St when I lived there, and have been friends ever since.

I helped him get a job where I work, since we had an opening that would be working with me, and I trust him more than anyone that isn’t family.? In fact, he is one of the few people on this earth that I would trust with my life.? That kind of friendship is very rare, and I am very glad that things worked out like they did.

We are a lot alike, and even call ourselves a “brother from another mother”.? This was his first week on the job, and I know that we are finally going to make some progress at work in making things better.? He is also a really great writer, so check out his blog if you get a chance.

Well enough about me, let’s get on to the reviews.? A lot of these have been out in a while, but the two of you that read this blog might be interested in my “unique” view on them.? Here we go.

Final Crisis #1-2: I have REALLY been disappointed in this series so far.? It seems really disjointed to me, and I had to read the first issue again to try to figure out what was going on in the second issue.? The whole New Gods rebirth thing and the way they are doing it, seems silly to me in a “jump the shark” kind of way.? This has been commented on a lot in other blogs, so there is no need to rehash it all.? The Martian Manhunter’s death was CHEAP and UNECESSARY.? As much as I liked the Barry Allen Flash, I think bringing him back is kind of cheap too, just something to sell books.? I cheered when they brought back Hal Jordan, and Oliver Queen, but their deaths weren’t good deaths and needed to be fixed.? Barry Allen’s death was a GOOD death.? He died saving the multiverse, for crying out loud!!? I know that the relaunch of the relaunch of the Flash character isn’t going like they planned, but I’m not sure bringing back Barry might not fix it if they don’t WRITE GOOD STORIES!!!

Trinity #1-8: I am little behind on this title since I am getting comics in the mail again, I have really been enjoying it.? I have always been a fan of Kurt Busiek since I read his Astro City stuff, and this series shows exactly why.? This series is already 100 times better than the mess that was Countdown.? I like what they are doing with the backup stories as well, I think it is a really good idea. Keep up the good work guys!

Astonishing X-Men #25 – I was a little disappointed with this issue after Whedon’s great run on this title.? Way to chatty for me, and it seemed that Ellis was trying to capture that dry wit that Whedon is so good at and failed miserably.? Not sure if I will keep getting this one.

Uncanny X-Men #500 – Now this was better than Astonishing X-Men #25, in my opinion.? Brubaker and Faction got me hooked on Immortal Iron Fist, and they might do the same here.? I like the “new direction” that Marvel is taking with the X-Men, I think it should’ve been done a while ago.? This should be interesting in the coming months.

Well that’s it for now, turn in for more soon!!