We are in for one helluva ride on this one and I can't wait to enjoy. There's so much to talk about from #1 and I'm posting from my phone, so I'll have to get back to it.
Fantastic characters from the get-go. And a romance that feels very real to me, and therefore more romantic.
Amazing art by Staples! I've enjoyed her art before, but the colors here really make it pop.
The sci-fi / fantasy setting is creative to the extreme so far. So many fascinating aspects! I'm so intrigued by the robotic royal family most of all.
Vaughn's writing has only improved over time and he was always good. There is an incredible mood, a robust political and cultural landscape, and immediate tension. Beyond that there is crude humor, heartfelt moments and very human interactions between the aliens.
And that's all in #1.
This could end up being the best comic going. I suggest getting in on the ground floor.
From: If you don't want my peaches, honey... | Registered: Sep 2003
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damn. Tomorrow is the first day I can get to the comic store.
I'll bring my knives just in case there's any copies left and I have to rumble for them. (no winkys)
From: Ninja Land | Registered: Nov 2004
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quote:Originally posted by Power Boy: damn. Tomorrow is the first day I can get to the comic store. I'll bring my knives just in case there's any copies left and I have to rumble for them. (no winkys)
Dear Gods! You are willing to cut off their winkys to get a copy?!?!?
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quote:Originally posted by MLLASH's *glare*: They're already selling # 1 for $15 on eBay I read.
well ... I've just been to two comic stores here and .... no such luck ..... there wasn't even a copy to fight over .... I did find the 'Saga - Limit two copies per customer ' sign .... amusing and enlightening.
One store says they'll get in a new shipment next week, we'll see.
Shade, Unwritten, and especially Powers were some consolation though. Although I may go back to the TPB format for Powers since this issue was not as meaty as the first one ... I want it all and I want it NOW. (I do this with Walking Dead too.)
How many frickin books is Bendis writing now the back of Powers was filled with like 5 books he's writing besides his Avengers and X-Men plans.
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From: Ninja Land | Registered: Nov 2004
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Also tried Fairest ... which was good yet ... predictable faire for Willingham and Jimenez.
From: Ninja Land | Registered: Nov 2004
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I bought and enjoyed this, but can't quite be as glowing about it yet. Definitely worth reading, though.
From: Knoxville, TN | Registered: Jul 2003
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Finally read #1 today. Suffice to say that I feel this is the book to beat for best (new or old) of 2012. BKV's still got it, and Fiona Staples' art is just awesome!
Hard to believe, but my CBS STILL has 1st print copies of issue 1 available! My fellow customers there must kinda suck!
-------------------- "Suck it, depressos!"--M. Lash
From: The Underbelly of Society | Registered: Jul 2003
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<--- still hasn't found a Saga #1 copy ... contemplating travelling to Lardy's store ....
From: Ninja Land | Registered: Nov 2004
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The LMB to the rescue! We'll find you a copy! The reprint should be out this week or next week too, right?
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the back of Powers was filled with like 5 books he's writing besides his Avengers and X-Men plans.
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My fellow customers there must kinda suck! ![[Yes]](graemlins/nod.gif)
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