NelsonAI Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 Someone with the time and inclination should create a poll to pick their favorite variant. As far as my least favorite, it might actually be the drawing by FM himself. When did Batman have the ability to transform himself to a chupacabra? Cheers! N. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solar Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 The covers seem like a rehash of DKR. Most of these covers looks like scenes from DKR. I thought these were covers for the new story? Yeah the variant theme is definitely homage to DKR. I doubt the artists were provided with any advance info on the plot of the new book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexus Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 The covers seem like a rehash of DKR. Most of these covers looks like scenes from DKR. I thought these were covers for the new story? Yeah the variant theme is definitely homage to DKR. I doubt the artists were provided with any advance info on the plot of the new book. Indeed...as well, the DKR imagery is what fanboys want and DC certainly knows that. DK3 plot via Bleeding Cool: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/10/29/dark-knight-iii-is-about-the-liberation-of-kandor-frank-miller-talks-plot-and-we-get-a-first-coloures-lettered-look-at-pages/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc McCoy Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 It think these two may be my favorite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thawk Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 Well.. If they do variants for all issues at the same rate (not just #1) then there will be more covers than interiors I assume the only reason they do as many variants as they do is to maximize profit, which may show a lack of trust in the book itself to do well. Actually I think it's because a lot of the people at DC today felt DKR was a defining book for them and the chance to work with Frank on a similar project is a career highlight. I've heard at least 3 different artists mention they really wanted to get to be a part of the project and doing a cover is amazing. If it was all about money, they'd be releasing all the variants to all the shops the same way they did with the JLA state flags cover. But realistically, by creating a cover based on his concept isn't working Frank. If Frank dictated the image they created, e.g. Layouts that would be working with Frank. Sure, but it's still getting to contribute something to that world/universe in a legitimate fashion, even if it's a VERY small contribution. They get to be a part of something that meant a lot to them and that's exciting even if it's on the periphery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delekkerste Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 DK3 plot via Bleeding Cool: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/10/29/dark-knight-iii-is-about-the-liberation-of-kandor-frank-miller-talks-plot-and-we-get-a-first-coloures-lettered-look-at-pages/ Presently lowering my expectations even further. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solar Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 The covers seem like a rehash of DKR. Most of these covers looks like scenes from DKR. I thought these were covers for the new story? Yeah the variant theme is definitely homage to DKR. I doubt the artists were provided with any advance info on the plot of the new book. Indeed...as well, the DKR imagery is what fanboys want and DC certainly knows that. DK3 plot via Bleeding Cool: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/10/29/dark-knight-iii-is-about-the-liberation-of-kandor-frank-miller-talks-plot-and-we-get-a-first-coloures-lettered-look-at-pages/ Hmm...the plot sounds like more DKSA-style silliness. The preview pages looked solid though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sierackij Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 All the store variants are for the debut of the first issue only. I think a handful of them are pretty cool. I just wish more artists I dig would get involved. Would love to see Sam Kieth's take on it. Tim Sale's cover resonated with me. Iconic and my favorite so far. I hope DK III does well but I'm disappointed it's not all Frank art and story. I would rather Frank take another shot at it. I am really only excited for the mini-comic that at least has all his art. Are you sure that these are for the first issue only? I was under the impression that there'd be more coming. In fact, haven't some artists already made a second varient? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Canuck Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 All the store variants are for the debut of the first issue only. I think a handful of them are pretty cool. I just wish more artists I dig would get involved. Would love to see Sam Kieth's take on it. Tim Sale's cover resonated with me. Iconic and my favorite so far. I hope DK III does well but I'm disappointed it's not all Frank art and story. I would rather Frank take another shot at it. I am really only excited for the mini-comic that at least has all his art. Are you sure that these are for the first issue only? I was under the impression that there'd be more coming. In fact, haven't some artists already made a second varient? They are making multiple variant covers for every issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Peck Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 DK3 plot via Bleeding Cool: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/10/29/dark-knight-iii-is-about-the-liberation-of-kandor-frank-miller-talks-plot-and-we-get-a-first-coloures-lettered-look-at-pages/ Presently lowering my expectations even further. My expectations can't get any lower after DKRII. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Peck Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 (edited) DK3 plot via Bleeding Cool: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/10/29/dark-knight-iii-is-about-the-liberation-of-kandor-frank-miller-talks-plot-and-we-get-a-first-coloures-lettered-look-at-pages/ "Miller sees his role as a writer as to make people react. He wants angry reactions and furious critics, this is what makes him happy and lets him feel he’s achieved something." May he should concentrate on writing a good story............. Thats where DKRII went wrong and why III looks like it will be flushed down the toilet as well. Edited October 30, 2015 by Brian Peck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Canuck Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 DK3 plot via Bleeding Cool: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/10/29/dark-knight-iii-is-about-the-liberation-of-kandor-frank-miller-talks-plot-and-we-get-a-first-coloures-lettered-look-at-pages/ "Miller sees his role as a writer as to make people react. He wants angry reactions and furious critics, this is what makes him happy and lets him feel he’s achieved something." May he should concentrate on writing a good story............. Thats where DKRII went wrong and why III looks like it will be flushed down the toilet as well. He mentioned something to the extent that he messed up on DK2 and would have changed things if he were to have done it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexus Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 Frank's translated interview from Le Monde: http://www.geekrex.com/2015/10/frank-miller-speaks-with-le-monde-about.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thawk Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 That was a much more personal article and seemed to show more ownership by Frank - very interesting. I'm looking forward to it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Canuck Posted October 31, 2015 Share Posted October 31, 2015 Frank Miller Variant Cover Issue 2: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Baru Posted October 31, 2015 Share Posted October 31, 2015 Frank Miller Variant Cover Issue 2: That is really interesting. The splashes off the top of the cowl and cape add a lot of realism to what is almost an impressionistic piece. 1950's war comics 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stinkininkin Posted October 31, 2015 Share Posted October 31, 2015 Well.. If they do variants for all issues at the same rate (not just #1) then there will be more covers than interiors I assume the only reason they do as many variants as they do is to maximize profit, which may show a lack of trust in the book itself to do well. Actually I think it's because a lot of the people at DC today felt DKR was a defining book for them and the chance to work with Frank on a similar project is a career highlight. I've heard at least 3 different artists mention they really wanted to get to be a part of the project and doing a cover is amazing. If it was all about money, they'd be releasing all the variants to all the shops the same way they did with the JLA state flags cover. But realistically, by creating a cover based on his concept isn't working Frank. If Frank dictated the image they created, e.g. Layouts that would be working with Frank. Sure, but it's still getting to contribute something to that world/universe in a legitimate fashion, even if it's a VERY small contribution. They get to be a part of something that meant a lot to them and that's exciting even if it's on the periphery. I'd say this pretty much sums it up for me. People sometimes forget that professionals are just big fans who get to do comics for a living. When DK1 came out, I'd only been working professionally for a year or two and Miller's vision made a HUGE impact on my and all my peers. If you'd told me almost 30 years later that I would be able to contribute in some very small way to the DK legacy by providing a cover, I would not have believed you. Every single A list artist wanted to contribute to this project in some way when it was first conceived, and this was a way to allow a lot of guys fulfill a dream. I don't know how successful DK3 will be artistically in words and pictures, or how much money DC will or won't make, but speaking for myself, this is a bucket list moment. It's ok for people to be cynical. I get it. Nothing is going to wipe the smile from my face when I get that first issue of DK3 with my cover in my hands--geeky bliss at it's finest. Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Canuck Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 What's everyone's thoughts on the individual pages? I assume they will be sold at a premium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thawk Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 Well.. If they do variants for all issues at the same rate (not just #1) then there will be more covers than interiors I assume the only reason they do as many variants as they do is to maximize profit, which may show a lack of trust in the book itself to do well. Actually I think it's because a lot of the people at DC today felt DKR was a defining book for them and the chance to work with Frank on a similar project is a career highlight. I've heard at least 3 different artists mention they really wanted to get to be a part of the project and doing a cover is amazing. If it was all about money, they'd be releasing all the variants to all the shops the same way they did with the JLA state flags cover. But realistically, by creating a cover based on his concept isn't working Frank. If Frank dictated the image they created, e.g. Layouts that would be working with Frank. Sure, but it's still getting to contribute something to that world/universe in a legitimate fashion, even if it's a VERY small contribution. They get to be a part of something that meant a lot to them and that's exciting even if it's on the periphery. I'd say this pretty much sums it up for me. People sometimes forget that professionals are just big fans who get to do comics for a living. When DK1 came out, I'd only been working professionally for a year or two and Miller's vision made a HUGE impact on my and all my peers. If you'd told me almost 30 years later that I would be able to contribute in some very small way to the DK legacy by providing a cover, I would not have believed you. Every single A list artist wanted to contribute to this project in some way when it was first conceived, and this was a way to allow a lot of guys fulfill a dream. I don't know how successful DK3 will be artistically in words and pictures, or how much money DC will or won't make, but speaking for myself, this is a bucket list moment. It's ok for people to be cynical. I get it. Nothing is going to wipe the smile from my face when I get that first issue of DK3 with my cover in my hands--geeky bliss at it's finest. Scott Thanks for sharing Mr Williams Your cover is beautiful (one of the two I ordered). That kind of passion is the thing that can still make comics great and it truly does come through! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comix4fun Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 What's everyone's thoughts on the individual pages? I assume they will be sold at a premium. As with most artwork, the quality/popularity/lasting impact of the story will be paramount in the long term value of the artwork. The Kubert artwork looks phenomenal but if the story isn't great then it's not going to command a long term premium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
