BuraddoRun Posted July 23, 2022 Share Posted July 23, 2022 (edited) On 7/22/2022 at 8:55 PM, Cat said: Why has this done so well? What's behind the hype on this project? Check out the announcement video. I think a lot of people are excited to jump in on something new, and this is from someone who cares about comics and wants to make something fans will love. Edited July 23, 2022 by BuraddoRun Mmanick, graffix13 and Cat 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illustrious Posted July 23, 2022 Share Posted July 23, 2022 I bought a signed copy of #1 Cover A off the main campaign site the first day they went live, but it looks like now they've removed signed copies from the store since they've sold so many and Eric July says he just can't sign anymore based on the sheer volume of what's already been purchased. Mmanick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingfangfoom Posted July 23, 2022 Share Posted July 23, 2022 I've supported over a dozen of the independent creator owned projects the last couple years on Indiegogo. Groken by Rocafort, Cyberfrog by EVS, Starlight Cats by Shane Davis, Graham Nolan's Alien Alamo, looking forward to Lopresti's Wrath of God and Art Thibert's next volume of Black & White. The focus is always great stories and great art and Isom looks to be a continuation of that and I'm looking forward to it. BuraddoRun, graffix13 and wardevil0 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mmanick Posted July 23, 2022 Author Share Posted July 23, 2022 On 7/23/2022 at 12:37 AM, BuraddoRun said: Check out the announcement video. I think a lot of people are excited to jump in on something new, and this is from someone who cares about comics and wants to make something fans will love. On 7/23/2022 at 12:37 AM, BuraddoRun said: Check out the announcement video. I think a lot of people are excited to jump in on something new, and this is from someone who cares about comics and wants to make something fans will love. This is exactly why I wanted to try it out. Looks awesome BuraddoRun 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nines Posted July 29, 2022 Share Posted July 29, 2022 (edited) I ordered a copy. Price isnt cheap but it is a 96 pager and it seems to be quality stock. Liked the art, has a GTA style about it.. Let's see how the story goes Edited July 29, 2022 by nines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeksAreMyPeeps Posted September 3, 2022 Share Posted September 3, 2022 Does the creator have any previous comic experience? I had never heard of him before hearing about this new book; seems odd that so many people would be willing to spend a premium on a book from someone without an established track record in comics. Juno Beach and awakeintheashes 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordbyroncomics Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 I'd be surprised if Buddy Saunders didn't support this and I would like to stress that I mean that delivered with zero snark or sarcasm whatsoever- Mr. Saunders being an outspoken conservative who has been more influential in modern comics history than most fans often realize- he was the catalyst for Alan Moore leaving DC Comics in 1987 in that he (and to a lesser extent, Steve Geppi), strongly pushed for an ethical and moral ratings system in mainstream comics. Because of ISOM's advertised anti-PC stance, I feel like this is something he'd get behind and I'm curious what he thinks about it. Again, I just mean on a factual level and knowing the history. So the fact that MCS is sold out leads me to think it really is just genuinely sold out. Prince Namor 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysterymachine Posted September 5, 2022 Share Posted September 5, 2022 (edited) On 9/3/2022 at 5:33 AM, GeeksAreMyPeeps said: Does the creator have any previous comic experience? I had never heard of him before hearing about this new book; seems odd that so many people would be willing to spend a premium on a book from someone without an established track record in comics. I know that he is a musician, though I couldn't tell you much more than that. I know he has a large following on youtube, as I have watched a few of his videos. I'm guessing that most of his sales come from subscribers to his channel. Edited September 5, 2022 by mysterymachine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeksAreMyPeeps Posted September 5, 2022 Share Posted September 5, 2022 On 9/4/2022 at 8:15 PM, mysterymachine said: I know that he is a musician, though I couldn't tell you much more than that. I know he has a large following on youtube, as I have watched a few of his videos. I'm guessing that most of his sales come from subscribers to his channel. Gotcha. I noticed in a few places that people had corrected others that were saying that this is crowdfunded, claiming that the funds for this project was covered before the pre-sales started. But it would be easy to conclude that based on the website, since the layout looks similar to Kickstarter or other crowdfunding websites. And since it's not an independent crowdfunding website, but rather his site, it occurred to me that the site could be updated with whatever numbers they wanted to make it look successful. The numbers are really high for anyone without a track record in comics, unless they have a strong following from somewhere else that an average comics fan wouldn't be aware of. Juno Beach and mysterymachine 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJ Pimpson Posted September 5, 2022 Share Posted September 5, 2022 On 7/22/2022 at 9:14 PM, Mmanick said: Yup looks like someone is trying to shut them down maybe ? No, PayPal is not trying to shut down Eric July. That is laughable. He screwed up. And now he’s try to spin it as being a victim of “wokeness” I’m sure this will all be worked out and everyone will get their books Juno Beach 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Namor Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 On 9/4/2022 at 1:19 PM, lordbyroncomics said: I'd be surprised if Buddy Saunders didn't support this and I would like to stress that I mean that delivered with zero snark or sarcasm whatsoever- Mr. Saunders being an outspoken conservative who has been more influential in modern comics history than most fans often realize- he was the catalyst for Alan Moore leaving DC Comics in 1987 in that he (and to a lesser extent, Steve Geppi), strongly pushed for an ethical and moral ratings system in mainstream comics. Because of ISOM's advertised anti-PC stance, I feel like this is something he'd get behind and I'm curious what he thinks about it. Again, I just mean on a factual level and knowing the history. So the fact that MCS is sold out leads me to think it really is just genuinely sold out. Ew. Two things these knuckleheads get wrong. a) The brand new machismo superhero universe thing has been done, over and over and over again. No one seems to make it last. Valiant put a LOT of heart and soul behind trying to do it, with some established creators AND characters, and still couldn't make it really work. Even with a movie. They're hanging in there... which is the only way to do it right - is just keep on publishing, but.... it's just a tough market. b) Comics have SLOWLY, but over time, ALWAYS tried to expand - from Super Girl, to Bat Woman, to Black Panther, to Luke Cage, The Cat, Spider-woman, She Hulk, the NEW X-Men with Storm, War Path, the Canadian Wolverine, Banshee, later Bishop.... being anti-PC just seems backwards. taro90, Juno Beach and Upgrayedd2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D84 Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 He wants to leave real world politics out of the book, that's it. Isom is meant to be entertaining and escapism. He doesn't want it to remind us of what's going on in the real world. Is that a bad thing? As for his personal beliefs/politics, as long as he leaves them out of the comic, I'm fine. I don't want to be brow beaten with a message from either side of the aisle. That's why I'm getting tired of the current state of entertainment. If I want to be reminded how much everybody sucks, I'll watch the news. thegiftedone45 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Namor Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 (edited) On 9/6/2022 at 12:38 PM, D84 said: He wants to leave real world politics out of the book, that's it. Isom is meant to be entertaining and escapism. He doesn't want it to remind us of what's going on in the real world. Is that a bad thing? As for his personal beliefs/politics, as long as he leaves them out of the comic, I'm fine. I don't want to be brow beaten with a message from either side of the aisle. That's why I'm getting tired of the current state of entertainment. If I want to be reminded how much everybody sucks, I'll watch the news. But he IS telling us his politics, by what he’s saying and by who he’s aligned with. It’s part of his company statement. You ARE being brow beaten with a message. If the stories so good, why even bring up politics in the first place? Why not just put the comic out, promote it, and let it stand on its own? Because Eric is well aware that the doofus’ that make up Comicsgate will rally behind the ideology and cough up $35 to make it look ‘hot’ and even come on the CGC Boards to try and get the speculator dummies to want to jump on board. He’s just another EVS. No thanks. I’ve no interest in hate. Edited September 6, 2022 by Prince Namor Juno Beach, taro90 and Miket123 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Gemini Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 On 7/22/2022 at 8:56 PM, Mmanick said: I believe it's the story, art that looks excellent. Much different then what comics have turned into. I really don't get when people say this. The art in comics is just fine these days. Juno Beach and mysterymachine 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Gemini Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 (edited) On 7/23/2022 at 2:37 AM, BuraddoRun said: Check out the announcement video. I think a lot of people are excited to jump in on something new, and this is from someone who cares about comics and wants to make something fans will love. Watched the video. Same old stuff, pitched to people who cry about any kind of social/political commentary in comics. Hard pass. Edited September 6, 2022 by Lord Gemini Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Gemini Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 On 9/6/2022 at 9:02 AM, 'Lorider said: Exhibit A: Humberto Ramos. I don't like Ramos either, but he is ONE artist. There has been plenty of garbage art in every decade. mysterymachine, taro90, Juno Beach and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeksAreMyPeeps Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 On 9/6/2022 at 12:43 AM, Prince Namor said: a) The brand new machismo superhero universe thing has been done, over and over and over again. No one seems to make it last. Valiant put a LOT of heart and soul behind trying to do it, with some established creators AND characters, and still couldn't make it really work. Even with a movie. They're hanging in there... which is the only way to do it right - is just keep on publishing, but.... it's just a tough market. Not sure why you put Valiant into this category. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Namor Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 On 9/6/2022 at 10:26 PM, GeeksAreMyPeeps said: Not sure why you put Valiant into this category. As an example of someone who has done it right and still can't make it as big as they want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post manetteska Posted September 6, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted September 6, 2022 I, for one, can't wait to get into the Rippaverse! I hope they have some flashbacks with Regis (RIP), and not just immediately jump into her time with Ryan. Crossing my fingers for a spin-off comic starring her husband, Mark, and a build-up to a huge cross-over event with Michael Strahan and Kathie Lee. taro90, GeeksAreMyPeeps, awakeintheashes and 4 others 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeksAreMyPeeps Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 On 9/6/2022 at 11:43 AM, Prince Namor said: As an example of someone who has done it right and still can't make it as big as they want. My question was more about including it as an example of a "machismo superhero universe" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
