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Post by Legion on Sept 23, 2010 17:19:48 GMT -5
Yeah, bit of a 'rip' off of what DC have been doing the past few years with chalk boards in Rip Hunter's time labs, but interesting, my thoughts: Well, we know where Three is going - it's the new FF arc. Academy Traitor is about one of the students from Avengers Academy (or possibly staff) who is going to be a traitor. That was announced a few weeks ago in a round about way in an interview with the writer. Nova Antiquus means in Latin, New Ancient, so it could possibly be referring to a new Ancient One, coming out of New Avengers current storyline. Or it could have something to do with Nova, obviously. Drumm of Revenge's major theory is that Dr VooDoo will be dying next month and that will be when he returns, as a villain. There is also a big 'Chaos' likely meaning Chaos War, there is some stuff on there about Hope, something called the 'Galactus Seed' and all sorts of more. Heck, here is the image:
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Post by Baldobomb-22-OH-MAN!!! on Sept 23, 2010 17:23:05 GMT -5
I liked it better when 52 did it, but as cribbing ideas go, it wasn't a bad choice.
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Post by Spankymac is sick of the swiss on Sept 23, 2010 17:29:36 GMT -5
I'm especially interested in who the Academy traitor is. After this month's issue, smart money says it's Mettle, which sucks, because he seemed like a really mellow character, but I guess it really could be anybody except Reptil.
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Post by Baldobomb-22-OH-MAN!!! on Sept 23, 2010 17:33:17 GMT -5
/\ boy would THAT be a swerve *cue pic of Vince Russo*
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Post by Spankymac is sick of the swiss on Sept 23, 2010 17:45:27 GMT -5
/\ boy would THAT be a swerve *cue pic of Vince Russo* Reptil as the traitor would actually be kind of a satisfying ending for me. Because I REALLY dislike Reptil as a hero. Maybe, as a villain, he'd be better.
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Post by Mr. Emoticon Man, TF Fan on Sept 23, 2010 17:48:08 GMT -5
Also, I hate double posting, but it deserves mention, Future Stark's timeline in this month's Avengers has been of great interest to me. Some of the entries like "Drumm of Revenge", "Academy Traitor", Nova Antiquus, and "THREE!" intrigue me. I can't wait to see where Marvel's going, and if any of these things play out. I need to go pick that up tomorrow. Also, can anyone tell me what other Avengers-related stuff was released this week?
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Post by The Tank on Sept 23, 2010 17:49:22 GMT -5
/\ boy would THAT be a swerve *cue pic of Vince Russo* Reptil as the traitor would actually be kind of a satisfying ending for me. Because I REALLY dislike Reptil as a hero. Maybe, as a villain, he'd be better. Seeing as he's a main-ish character on Super Hero Squad, don't bet on it. ....then again, I wouldn't be surprised if they didn't give a s*** about that show. .........then again again, they care enough to give it a second season.
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Post by Legion on Sept 23, 2010 17:52:19 GMT -5
Avengers 5, Secret 5 and Academy 4 were all released this week.
Traitor = Veil. Everyone else seems too damn obvious.
Plus, we know she is dying, so perhas she turns traitor, then turns face to make amends, then fades away with a heroic redemption death.
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Post by Spankymac is sick of the swiss on Sept 23, 2010 18:40:23 GMT -5
Avengers 5, Secret 5 and Academy 4 were all released this week. Traitor = Veil. Everyone else seems too damn obvious. Plus, we know she is dying, so perhas she turns traitor, then turns face to make amends, then fades away with a heroic redemption death. I REALLY hope it's not Veil. Alongside Finesse, she's easily the most likable character in the book so far.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2010 19:03:01 GMT -5
No one better be shit talking SHS in here!
Also Blech at that art.
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Post by Spankymac is sick of the swiss on Sept 23, 2010 21:53:13 GMT -5
Also, another weird note from Avengers, I normally hate Romita Jr's art with a passion, but, for some reason, I LOVE the way he draws Ultron. I don't know what it is.
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Post by Mr. Emoticon Man, TF Fan on Sept 24, 2010 11:06:32 GMT -5
Picked up Avengers #5, Secret Avengers #5, and Avengers Academy #4.
I really don't like how Kang is being used in Avengers. I can't quite put my finger on why, but part of it is that he's coming across like a bit-player, and I prefer my Kang to be a big deal. I loved the little clues and whatnot being provided for future storylines, though.
Also, in regards to the documentary type stuff at the end... but hasn't JJJ typically been pro-Avengers? I know he's anti-Spidey and all, but I always thought that the Avengers was one team he actually had some respect for.
As for Avengers Academy and Secret Avengers... good stuff, as always. I liked the Chaos War preview, and am definitely going to pick that stuff up when it comes out.
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Post by Legion on Sept 24, 2010 11:47:49 GMT -5
JJJ can get just as venomous when he wants to, especially when the Avengers hire ex criminals, or during times when the point of the story if that people have turned against heroes, or the heroes have turned against 'the government.'
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Post by Mr. Emoticon Man, TF Fan on Sept 24, 2010 18:33:41 GMT -5
Yeah, I can see him being anti-Avengers during such events or circumstances, this really isn't one of those times, is it? Seems like, outside of disliking Spider-Man, he'd be more open to the team these days given the current atmosphere of the Heroic Age and Cap's major involvement with how things are being run.
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Post by Joe Neglia on Sept 25, 2010 3:41:23 GMT -5
Yeah, I can see him being anti-Avengers during such events or circumstances, this really isn't one of those times, is it? Seems like, outside of disliking Spider-Man, he'd be more open to the team these days given the current atmosphere of the Heroic Age and Cap's major involvement with how things are being run. In one of the Heroic Age series stories, JJJ realized that no matter how much he hates masked vigilantes, the public adores them and decided to change up his gameplan slightly.
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Post by kickassJP on Sept 26, 2010 1:48:37 GMT -5
Thanks guys for all the recommendations! I appreciate it. I made a list based off what you guys recommended and i'm heading into the local shop within the next few days. I'll let you guys know what I end up with.
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Post by Legion on Sept 26, 2010 11:07:48 GMT -5
Not in costume, but I can buy him looking like Steve:
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Post by Jiren on Sept 26, 2010 13:25:56 GMT -5
I've gone back to the past and started collecting Geoff Johns' run on "The Flash" because he's a character I really want to read more.
Plus I enjoyed "Flash Rebirth"
Also I just got "Batwoman: Elegy" & "Batman: Long Shadows"
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Post by Baldobomb-22-OH-MAN!!! on Sept 26, 2010 19:12:56 GMT -5
I've gone back to the past and started collecting Geoff Johns' run on "The Flash" because he's a character I really want to read more. Plus I enjoyed "Flash Rebirth" Also I just got "Batwoman: Elegy" & "Batman: Long Shadows" I started collecting it a few months ago, but 3 of the trades are out of print right now
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Post by Legion on Sept 28, 2010 8:50:33 GMT -5
So, DC has a new Editor in Chief, late nineties Marvel EIC, Bob Harras.
Most remember him for presiding over the period where Marvel was going bust (not really his fault) and for making the decision to bring back Norman Osbourne despite heavy internal opposition.
What could this mean for DC?
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