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Post by berkley on May 20, 2014 11:55:21 GMT -5
I'm pretty sure this has been answered already, perhaps here or on the old board, but I can't find it right now: How does the new Guardians of the Galaxy go, again? First Annihilation, then the GoG series itself by DnA, then the 2nd Annihilation, is that right? I'm going to try to read some of it, at least, before the movie comes out.
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Post by fanboystranger on May 20, 2014 12:52:53 GMT -5
I'm pretty sure this has been answered already, perhaps here or on the old board, but I can't find it right now: How does the new Guardians of the Galaxy go, again? First Annihilation, then the GoG series itself by DnA, then the 2nd Annihilation, is that right? I'm going to try to read some of it, at least, before the movie comes out. It really begins with the Starlord and Quasar minis that lead into Annihlation: Conquest, although Gamora plays a role in the Nova issues that tie-in with A:C. The DnA GotG series spins out of A:C with certain characters (like Cosmo, the telepathic Soviet cosmonaut dog) and concepts (Knowhere, the city inside the decapitated head of a Celestial perched on the edge of the universe) first appearing in their Nova series.
The first Annihlation mini sets the stage for the ongoing DnA Nova series. It's not essential for understanding how the Guardians band together. It's really good, though, so I'd recommend checking it out.
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Post by berkley on May 20, 2014 22:31:10 GMT -5
I'm pretty sure this has been answered already, perhaps here or on the old board, but I can't find it right now: How does the new Guardians of the Galaxy go, again? First Annihilation, then the GoG series itself by DnA, then the 2nd Annihilation, is that right? I'm going to try to read some of it, at least, before the movie comes out. It really begins with the Starlord and Quasar minis that lead into Annihlation: Conquest, although Gamora plays a role in the Nova issues that tie-in with A:C. The DnA GotG series spins out of A:C with certain characters (like Cosmo, the telepathic Soviet cosmonaut dog) and concepts (Knowhere, the city inside the decapitated head of a Celestial perched on the edge of the universe) first appearing in their Nova series.
The first Annihlation mini sets the stage for the ongoing DnA Nova series. It's not essential for understanding how the Guardians band together. It's really good, though, so I'd recommend checking it out.
Thanks, I'll check it out. |
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Post by wildfire2099 on May 21, 2014 8:08:33 GMT -5
3 made it out? I only ever saw the 1st one, and it was a far cry from the comic series, IMO. I'll have to check that out. 3 came out, but only in the UK. Ahhh. that explains it. |
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Post by DE Sinclair on May 21, 2014 16:31:29 GMT -5
I never read any Cross Gen books. I was wondering which ones were the best. I liked Sojourn but it was Greg Land's art/tracing/whateva that initially caught my attention, then the storyline. I remember buying an almost complete run when they were reduced in price in of all places...Mile High Comics. I liked Sojourn too, and it was the only comic that hooked both my wife and daughter as well. I frequently ended up 3rd in line reading it. |
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Post by Nowhere Man on May 22, 2014 12:18:37 GMT -5
Is anyone a fan of Pogo or Krazy Kat? I've been wanting to try both for awhile now, given how critically acclaimed they are.
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Post by Slam_Bradley on May 22, 2014 13:04:45 GMT -5
Is anyone a fan of Pogo or Krazy Kat? I've been wanting to try both for awhile now, given how critically acclaimed they are. Pogo is probably my favorite comic of all time. It is a fabulous combination of humor and political commentary. Kelly was a consummate artist. The one warning is that some of the humor is very grounded in the politics of the time and if you aren't familiar with them it can lose something. I like Krazy Kat a lot, but it's a whole different kettle of fish. Much more popular with critics than with the general reader it is a surreal look at a bizarre love triangle. Herriman created an amazing world for his players to inhabit. Both are absolute must reads. |
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Post by Rob Allen on May 22, 2014 13:54:34 GMT -5
What Slam said.
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Post by MDG on May 22, 2014 15:10:22 GMT -5
I love Krazy Kat, but had a hard time getting used to the lettering.
I'd love to dive into Pogo sometime.
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Post by ironchimp on May 22, 2014 16:34:28 GMT -5
i keep meaning to read krazy kat. the panels i have seen kill me and i learned recently that in a half hearted attempt at modernism albania built a theatre which was soon converted to a cinema where krazy kat cartoons reigned supreme. krazy kat > theatre
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Post by Reptisaurus! on May 22, 2014 17:57:56 GMT -5
I do not get Krazy Kat at all. It just goes right over my head.
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Post by pinkfloydsound17 on May 22, 2014 20:28:39 GMT -5
I am looking for a recommendation. I am a fan of classic 70's stuff, a big Spidey and Batman fan, with a fondness for Captain Marvel. I am interested in hearing some picks for good series in the 70's. I have considered breaking into some Tomb of Dracula and Werewolf by Night but would like to know if there are any other series or runs from other titles I should jump into.
I am not a big fantasy guy. I am not a big Hulk fan. Any Marvel horror titles from that era (or even DC titles) and any superhero titles that are recommended or enjoyed (no JLA or Flash or Superman...sorry the appeal is not there). Even go to the early 80's if you have to!
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Post by fanboystranger on May 22, 2014 21:02:30 GMT -5
If you dive into ToD and like it, I'd recommend checking out Wolfman and Colan's Night Force series at DC. It's a little bit more mature, but the same overall vibe. There was a 100 page Giant a few years back that collected the first four issues.
I think the best of Marvel's '70s horror stuff is Steve Gerber's Man-Thing run. It's wild stuff, almost stream-of-conciousness at times.
I'd also recommend Fleisher and Aparo's Spectre series, which was collected as Wrath of the Spectre a few years ago. Then pick up the Ostrander/Mandrake series, which had its first twelve issues collected last week. |
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Post by Nowhere Man on May 22, 2014 21:26:56 GMT -5
Thanks for the comments. I'm probably going to try the first Pogo volume, since it seems like it would be far easier to get into. Is there a "best of" edition of Krazy Kat? I love Fantagraphic's quality, but they're a tad pricey even using a discount site.
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Post by MWGallaher on May 22, 2014 21:43:14 GMT -5
I've always been a bit embarrassed that I don't get the appeal of Krazy Kat, either. It's certainly not a dislike for the "surreal", since that's usually a major draw for me...although I don't think that's really the appropriate word for Krazy Kat, now that I think about it. "Poetic", maybe...a cartoon poem, but those vague, aerated, artsy poems.
Pogo, though, now *there's* a comic for me. Absolutely in my top 5 comic strips, and, in whole, a truly monumental piece of art.
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