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Seriously, this is great news. If I had to guess how WB will develop it, though, considering all the sci-fi elements of the storylines and the fact that we're dealing with older teens and young adults, I would think that they will develop it in an older-anime Gundam Wing or Neon Genesis Evangelion style. That would complement the already-existing Justice League Unlimited (Classic Batman:TOS style) and Teen Titans (Kiddie Manga) styles they already have, I think. Plus I think it would totally rock.
Look at me, all getting excited and stuff!
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From: Birmingham, AL | Registered: Jul 2003
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quote:Originally posted by Lightning Lad: I just pray to whatever gods that have been watching over the Legion these 45+ years that they don't do it like Teen Titans.
I know you're not an anime fan Scott, but the Titans 'toon is really quite good!
From: elizabeth,nj | Registered: Jul 2003
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This better mean it's for sure now, and not just be where somebody saw the rumors! You better come out, Legion cartoon!
Be cool like the JLU cartoon, with a variety of characters major and minor! Or be insane and crack-addled yet somehow vaguely compelling, like the TT cartoon! Heck, be a spinoff of Krypto! I don't care! Just be animated!!!
*breathes into a paper bag*
From: Colu | Registered: Dec 2003
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The scary thing is that this could go bad in so many, many different ways but I'm cautiously optimistic that they'll stay faithful to the comics and turn out a product that will satisfy us all. (Hope! Hope! Hope!)
But personally, if this show turns out half as good as the Teen Titans cartoon is I'll be a happy camper. That show is VERY good!
From: Australia | Registered: Dec 2003
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I believe that any LSH cartoon should be aimed SQUARELY at the young viewer, with enough in-jokes and easter eggs to keep us "oldsters" watching.
And if that means using the TEEN TITANS style of animation, I'm all for it.
OhiGAWD... can you picture it... the eventual release of LSH Season 1 on DVD... *salivates*
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Oohh, I'm kinda excited by the news. What versions do you think rank highest for probable cartoonable treatment? Original? WaK? Postbooters?
From: Alameda, CA | Registered: Dec 2003
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Sorry, no matter what I do I can't find myself getting excited about this. Can anyone lend me a little optimism?
From: Utah | Registered: Jul 2003
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Awwww, c'mon LL! How about if I tell you the odds of getting "Underwater Lightning Lad", "Stealth Lightning Lad", and "Fire Gear Lightning Lad" figures is highly likely if a DC comics Legion cartoon is made? Can you imagine the endless hours of fun you'll have Zippo-melting LL's arm off and replacing it with a foil-made one! I could bring my Legion toys over and we could go play in the backyard and then have punch and cookies after!
From: Alameda, CA | Registered: Dec 2003
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quote:Originally posted by Lightning Lad: Sorry, no matter what I do I can't find myself getting excited about this. Can anyone lend me a little optimism?
I'm with you on this Scott. I'm wincing more than jumping for joy waiting to see some of the promo art. Despite how "good" Teen Titans and JLU are, they could be so much better if the creators took more cues from the source material (i.e. the actual comics) than just throwing the readers a bone or two every once in awhile. ONLY when they use comic continuity or a character that I can recognize, do I ever truly enjoy those series. And look at Krypto. I've seen better animation by amateurs on the web.
Sorry guys. I know I should be happy. But, I feel like I'll just be seeing yet another version of the Legion that's just not as good as it could be.
From: San Diego, CA | Registered: Jul 2003
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