Capn17

Some references I caught in what I read recently.

Name of the High School Mark attends is Reginald VelJohnson high school, which is the actor from Family Matters and Die Hard.  The principal's name?  Winslow (same last name as the father from Family Matters).

There was an attack at the Twin Pines mall.... which is a reference to the Back to Future movie.  

It's the little things you start to pick up on with re-reading.  Highly recommend this series.

Wife and I just finished watching this.  Overall, thought it was very well done.  Would very much be interested in watching a sequel to this.  Thought all the characters were great.  Truly hated Merrick.  

I have the compendiums and am currently re-reading the series in anticipation of this.  Very excited to see how it comes out.

Just happened to check out http://www.skullkickers.com/ and saw this announcement.  I thought their Treasure Trove trades were fantastic.  It doesn't indicate where it would be available though.  

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Jim Zub’s SKULLKICKERS
in development at Copernicus Studios

New adult 2D animated comedy adventure series in the works

 

 

Halifax, NS: Copernicus Studios Inc is proud to announce a development deal to adapt the SKULLKICKERS comic series written by Zub and illustrated by Edwin Huang and Chris Stevens into an animated action-adventure series for adults.

“Demand for adult animated content is on the rise.” Says Paul Rigg, President of Copernicus Studios. “Over the past few years we’ve seen the popularity of anime and other content for mature audiences increase in North America. Shows like Castlevania, Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal, and Rick & Morty are grabbing attention for good reason. It’s a great time to make our mark in this space.”

SKULLKICKERS is a sarcastic send-up of sword & sorcery stories about a trio of mercenaries who kill monsters and cause mayhem in their quest for money, fame and adventure. The series was first published by Image Comics in 2010 and has built a loyal following over the past decade alongside surging interest in fantasy-based entertainment.

Jim Zub is a prolific writer based in Toronto, Canada. Over the past twenty years he’s worked for a wide array of clients including Marvel, DC Comics, Disney, Capcom, Hasbro, and Cartoon Network. Zub’s reputation has risen in comics and gaming with high profile projects including The Avengers, Samurai Jack, Rick and Morty VS Dungeons & Dragons and Conan the Barbarian.

“We have big plans for these head-cracking heroes!” Murray Bain, Copernicus Co-Founder and VP of Creative is keen to adapt the series. “There’s so much in the books to work with and we’re pumped to unleash that same excitement and a whole lot more in animation. It’s time to kick some skulls!”

https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/invincible-animated-series-release-date-first-footage-very-soon-robert-kirkman-amazon-prime/

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"We should be announcing the release date and showing some footage from that show very soon," Kirkman said on CartoonistKayfabe. "I'm very excited about that extremely violent cartoon."

16 hours ago, Lobstrosity said:

Finally complete! Every Spawn #1 from around the globe. 59 versions total (plus an error copy), from 29 different countries.

That's pretty damn cool.  

Just received some ASM books I purchased from Charlie.  Books came in as described (some possibly even better).  Very happy and would buy from again.

21 hours ago, speedcake said:

Amazing Spidey #205 VF+  $7

 

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21 hours ago, speedcake said:

Amazing Spidey #211 Fn/VF $6

could use a press 

 

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20 hours ago, speedcake said:

Amazing Spidey #227 NM-  $15

 

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20 hours ago, speedcake said:

Amazing Spidey #225 NM-  $10

 

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20 hours ago, speedcake said:

Amazing Spidey #222 NM-  $10

 

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Didn't want to feel left out.  Purchased this when it first came out.  So original owner.  Tried my best to keep it in good condition.  Doubt I'd get it graded, but it does still look good.  

On 2/12/2020 at 6:12 AM, Bosco685 said:

I have read the GN's, and had a really good time watching the show.

How they pulled off Bode's head key experience was very well done. I wasn't sure that would come together so easily.

Agree with this.  Thought they did this very well.  I tried to imagine what my head would look like.  Maybe a large comic book store? 

On 2/10/2020 at 6:54 PM, piper said:

Is it as good as the Graphic Novels?

Personally, I think the books are much better.  Much more captivating, in my opinion. 

The show does okay.  There are a lot of "huh? Why'd they do (didn't do) that?" moments.  Still will watch the 2nd season to see where it goes and if it improves.

Watched the first 5 episodes so far.  Enjoying it so far.  Definitely differences with the book.  

Happy to see a 2nd season is official. May have to re-read the books after finishing the season.

I am/was a fan of Darkhawk and actually have the entire series.  Not slabbed, though.  I got issue #1 slabbed and it came back as a 8.5 (didn't get it pressed).    I would gather that the rest of the issues are some where in the 8.5 to 9.4 range.

Happy hunting!! 

12 hours ago, comicginger1789 said:

Yeah I dont so much care about a site that gives values. I more so just want an easy to use database that tracks what I have an is easily accessibly on my phone if I am out hunting

Stashmycomics is not the greatest for on the go reference.  It does not have a "mobile friendly" website nor do they have an app.  I've used it on the go, but with low expectations on accessibility.  Is it usable?  yes.

On 11/1/2019 at 9:16 PM, comicginger1789 said:

What about stash my comics? Anyone use that? Is it any good?

I use it to keep my comics organized (inventory control) and that's about it.  There are times they don't have the newest releases available and their covers aren't always covered.  Their values are way off from other sites too.

11 hours ago, pickycollector said:

Amazing Spider-Man Annual #22 VF+ 8.5: $10

Amazing Spider-Man Annual #23 NM/M 9.8: $10

Amazing Spider-Man Annual #24 NM+: $10 Ant-Man app.

Amazing Spider-Man Annual #25 NM: $20 1st Venom solo story

Amazing Spider-Man Annual #26 NM/M 9.8: $20 Venom solo story

or take all five for $45

I am the original owner of all these books (except #22).

10 hours ago, pickycollector said:

Amazing Spider-Man #213 VF/NM: $5

On 9/18/2019 at 10:55 AM, 1Cool said:

I see a world where people will sign up for a month or two of a channel and watch all the shows on that station and then cancel after that time and then move on the the next channel.  There could be 20 channels but realistically you probably only need 1 or 2 at a time since how much tv can you really watch at once.

This is what I may end up doing more of.  Right now I share my Netflix account with 1 or 2 others.  Someone is sharing YouTube TV with me.  Got Amazon Prime, so I get that already.

Lot of it will come down to ordering/canceling, or sharing the cost of these services across many friends/family.  Which is why the # of streams at the same time is so important.  

I like the ability to binge a show when it comes out (Netflix / Amazon).  Not looking forward to having to wait a week for new episodes on Disney+.  

On 8/15/2019 at 12:00 AM, alexanderjk said:

First ever submissions to CGC. Bought the pair of #1s for $50 total, so totally jazzed about the grades. No pressing. Grader's note on #155 noted a small corner crease, but thrilled with the 9.6. Submitting a #21 next and hoping for another 9.6. 

Awesome grades.  I would like to get a nicely graded #21 as well one day.

15 hours ago, revat said:

Amazing Spiderman 318 NM-/NM $5

Nothing fancy, just a nice McFarlane ASM

15 hours ago, revat said:

Amazing Spiderman 500 VF/NM $5

Classic JSC cover

15 hours ago, revat said:

Amazing Spiderman 596 2nd Print VF/NM $5

Rare-ish

Amazing Spiderman 532 VF- $4

one of the tougher Civil War reprints to find.

or buy both issues for $8

 

If all are still available.

Finally got my last piece of my most recent submission.  Was hoping for a slightly better grade, but can't complain too much.  This was a Heritage purchase that estimated it to be between a 8.0 and a 9.0.  I thought a pressing might bump it up a bit. 

Still happy, nonetheless.

7 hours ago, aszumilo said:

Obviously, this guy did not read Major X Disaster.  One of the worst written books I've ever read.

I bought the first one, because A. didn't want to miss out on a possible new popular character and B. curious.  Read it, sold it, and never looked at any other issues.  

Not sure how I feel about him handling a beloved favorite like Snake Eyes.  

https://www.newsarama.com/46038-rob-liefeld-tackles-g-i-joe-s-snake-eyes.html

Thoughts?

Just got these back.

This is the first time I've gotten books back with the Newton Rings (I believe that is what they are called based on what I've read/learned here).  Would these be candidates for a return and re-slabbing?

4 hours ago, BrooksR said:

My number 1 has a different paper quality (thicker, glossier) than the rest of the issues (which had the standard 80’s newsprinty kind of paper). Did all the number ones come that way?

If I remember correctly issue #1 was printed on Baxter paper. The other issues were printed like you stated. 

On 6/13/2019 at 9:10 AM, Capn17 said:

Update:

1 Economy has now been updated to Received on 6/11 and is now Scheduled for Grading.

3 Moderns have now been updated to Received on 6/12 and is now Scheduled for Grading..

3 Moderns that was scheduled for grading on 6/12 has now shipped as expected delivery is 6/25.  

1 Economy still has the Scheduled for Grading status.