syxx2001 Posted February 1, 2004 Report Posted February 1, 2004 I tried to build a collection last year, but fell off back in about July when I stopped getting money in my money getting ways. The last X-book I got I think was either the issue where the chick (I forget her name) turns into Magneto or the one that takes place in the graveyard. I also got Venom #2, Outsiders #1, I had plans on getting the Spectacular Spidey series and I think the last Ultimate Spidey I got was the one when someone fell out of a plane. I dont remember the last Ultimate X I got. I had Xtreme X too, I think it was issue 3 of the MKGK -something like that 2 storyline. And for New X-Men, I had issue 3 of the storyline going on at that time too. But I didnt understand it. I just remember it ending with 2 guys looking at this big building and being like "This is the new city" or something like that. It was weird. So, can someone tell me how the books are doing and if I should continue getting them AND what new X and Spidey books came out and what new and good Marvel books came out. Im not much of a DC fan, cept for Outsiders cause they seem cool. So, help, thanks. Hope it wasnt too hard to understand.
starvenger Posted February 1, 2004 Report Posted February 1, 2004 If you're looking into New X-Men, I'd suggest waiting out the current storyline as you'll be confused as hell. Uncanny has a pretty good storyline right now centering around the Guthries, and I think that Weapon X is a book you should be reading right now as far as the muties go. I also recommend picking up Supreme Power, for JMS' "Ultimate Justice League"...
syxx2001 Posted February 1, 2004 Author Report Posted February 1, 2004 I was gonna buy all of the issues I missed or get the TPBs anyways for the X books.
The Man in Blak Posted February 1, 2004 Report Posted February 1, 2004 You didn't hear me say this, but if you've got a good broadband connection, just go on DC++ and download some runs of issues from the comics hubs. That's how I've been catching up. Otherwise, there's an absolute crapload of X-Titles out there now. From what I've glanced over, you'll probably want to check out New X-Men (after the Here Comes Tomorrow storyarc comes out...because they're right, it is confusing as hell). Emma Frost is actually a decent read too, even though it's more of a teenage drama than your typical action comic. Other options: Uncanny X-Men (which I believe Claremont is returning to write again), X-Statix (which used to be X-Force) or even 1602 (which is an "medieval Elseworlds" deal for the Marvel Universe that's written by Neil Gaiman). From what I've heard, most of the other books (Agent X, Wolverine, X-Treme X-Men, X-Men Unlimited) aren't worth the paper they're printed on. One thing I'm not sure of: the Ultimates line, which I guess is some kind of ultra-action alterna-verse versions of some of the popular Marvel comics. That could be worth checking out, perhaps.
syxx2001 Posted February 1, 2004 Author Report Posted February 1, 2004 I love the Ultimates line, so I was gonna get that anyways.
Renegade Posted February 1, 2004 Report Posted February 1, 2004 You didn't hear me say this, but if you've got a good broadband connection, just go on DC++ and download some runs of issues from the comics hubs. That's how I've been catching up. I'll second that. With DC++ and bittorent you can find everything.
pochorenella Posted February 5, 2004 Report Posted February 5, 2004 Any of the current Amazing Spider-Man TPBs are good jumping-on points, wether you missed something or not. They're all good to great reads. Everything related to the X-Men line you can find on TPB as well. And I can't say enough good things about the Waid/Wieringo Fantastic Four. Pick up the Imaginauts and Unthinkable stories NOW.
Steviekick Posted February 6, 2004 Report Posted February 6, 2004 I'm so glad that Marvel did not wind up taking Waid off of F4.
Guest realsandman420 Posted February 6, 2004 Report Posted February 6, 2004 what everyone should be reading -anything by BENDIS -fables -gotham central -supreme power -true stroy, swear to god -wildcats trades to get to catch up -all the wildcats written by joe casey -all the transmetropolion -warren ellis stormwatch -authority trades -rising stars -midnight nation man, i could go on and on and on.....
bobobrazil1984 Posted February 6, 2004 Report Posted February 6, 2004 Fantastic Four!!! It's being written by Mark Waid and is the best that book has been in DECADES! (Fantastic Four...no bloody Ultimate, 4, X, or Knights ) Don't worry if you've never really been able to get into FF before, because Waid's FF is re-converting thousands
The Man in Blak Posted February 6, 2004 Report Posted February 6, 2004 I think that Weapon X is a book you should be reading right now as far as the muties go. Errrr, well, I'll definitely say that Weapon X is an interesting read since, if for no other reason, it's a book where absolutely none of the characters are sympathetic or redeemable. The tone of characters switch from issue to issue and the writing varies from decent to down right awful ("let's make a mutant concentration camp...and have nobody except for X-Force alumni do anything about it!"). If you enjoy odd "bad guy" books that have decent art, but not much else, you should check out Weapon X. Otherwise, save your money (and/or download time).
thuganomics Posted February 7, 2004 Report Posted February 7, 2004 Good Marvels: X-Treme X-Men (soon to be replaced by Excalibur) Supreme Power Hawkeye Good DC: Outsiders Teen Titans Fables Human Target Good Other: GI Joe Strangers in Paradise Savage Dragon
Guest THE MIGHTY THOR Posted February 16, 2004 Report Posted February 16, 2004 Good Marvel: Ultimate Spidey Amazing Spidey Spectacular Spidey New X-men Incredible Hulk Punisher X-statix Ultimate FF Ultimates Supreme Power 1602 Good DC: Superman(when Jim Lee takes over) Teen Titans Superman and Batman JSA Batman Good everything else: Transformers generation one G.I.Joe Conan
The Amazing Rando Posted February 17, 2004 Report Posted February 17, 2004 I was digging Rising Stars... i own 18-20 ... very awesome stuff and great visuals.
Steviekick Posted February 18, 2004 Report Posted February 18, 2004 I always think about picking up Rising Stars TPB's. I love what Stracynski is doing with Amazing Spidey, so I guess RS would be great too.
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