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Post by oblique on Oct 31, 2016 21:53:27 GMT -5
Oblique, I meant to ask, how did you stumble onto the site? Was it from Reddit or somewhere else? I did stumble on this site from Reddit, quite by chance. I've been searching for decent DC Comics fanfiction and forums for a while and created an account on Reddit just to join a few comics-related threads. I saw your post at that time in a fortuitous coincidence. Save
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Post by oblique on Oct 31, 2016 21:50:57 GMT -5
Do you have a world concept you're interested in developing? Or an Elseworlds title? As ever, lots of space if you've got the time. I've been doodling quite a few ideas for headcanon versions of established canon for the past while, after I really started to get into the minutiae of some of the comics and television shows I was following at the time. Whether or not it qualifies as a universe or an Elseworld is too soon to tell, I suppose. I love playing with backstories and origin stories (as do we all, it seems) adn digging into material that seems too wonkish or discursive for the visual storytelling in comics but works better in text. I'm an oddball who really enjoys highly technical and "scientific" explanations for in-universe phenomena (similar to some of the takes exhibited in Earth-A) and fitting new concepts to canon characters is a lot of fun. I would be very interested in writing material in the future. As I read some of your back issues there's also a chance (if this is a possibility) that I might "fit" something into Earth-1, at the discretion of the editors, of course. Save
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Post by oblique on Oct 31, 2016 21:10:05 GMT -5
I think we're in a creative environment right now where female characters are really being given the chance to be explored. You see the Big Two companies try and fail to make their titles accessible to a wider, more varied audience, but they keep tripping over their feet and back tracking to a "safer" context. Look at the recent DC Rebirth launch. How many titles were cancelled to make way for the nostalgic titles that will draw in the old guard of readers? The problem is, it works. Greg Rucka is taking Wonder Woman back to her roots, Superman is the one we all grew up reading from the 80s onwards, and we're getting some stellar Batman work, but where's my Black Lightning book? Where are chances being taken? Just because we don't think the audience is there for it doesn't mean we shouldn't try! ... But to get back on track, in the shadow of ongoing Superman book, where he's at the forefront of the company line (along with the other big three), is there space for a "legacy" character named after him? Ten Years Later... as an anniversary concept was perfect, because when David Charlton-- who had plans for Superman in the event that took him off the board-- made his intentions known, I think positing what a world would do without a Superman, I thought... well, his cousin would step up in a big way. And out of that came a miniseries I'm really proud of. We're definitely in an amazing creative environment. As a young(er) fan and someone who is incredibly happy to see an increasingly diverse range of characters being explored in traditional comics, there has never been a better time to be reading new releases. "Rebirth" was, in that sense, an unfortunate step backwards from some of the concepts that anchored the Nu52 and then DCYou. Some of the new runs have been great, but some of them have, like you said, replaced or supplanted material that could have been great. I really wish that they hadn't just switched Nu52 Superman with the "vintage model." On the one hand, Superdad has been a surprisingly good run - but they could have just had the Superman I've grown to enjoy reading mature and change. It devalued Nu52 Superman and Nu52 Supergirl, who has been conspicuously absent from the "Action Comics," despite the presence of the Nu52 Justice League and Lex Luthor. It's still early to tell, but I had faint hopes that they would give Kara the spotlight like she deserved - and like you've done in 10YL. I look forward to reading you arc immensely. I shouldn't complain too much - comics being comics, this will all change in a few years. I'm enjoying many of the new comics immensely. Save
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Post by oblique on Oct 31, 2016 20:54:17 GMT -5
Hi Charlie, I might be able to collaborate on, or write, something on the short side depending on your schedule. I'd love to work on more material int he future and this could be a good opportunity to test the waters.
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Post by oblique on Oct 31, 2016 20:47:33 GMT -5
Charlie, I'm glad to hear that "Omega Crisis" is not quite the end of DC2! I look forward to more stories in the future. In this anthology there were certainly allusions and references that would please the fans but I could follow everything with ease. You're quite right about "The Authority!" No one quite captured the appropriate tone and balance as Ellis (I love some of his work, such as "Planetary," and some of his other work is just terrifying). Regardless, it's tricky to integrate "Wildstorm" with "DC." In one sense, dialing in their power and influences compared to the traditional heavy hitters in the Justice League is difficult; when done incorrectly, I feel like it can undermine the relative importance of both teams. From this preview, however, this story seems like a fun take on the concept in relation to the DC2 multiverse. Thank you for your response, and all your efforts on the site.
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Post by oblique on Oct 31, 2016 20:30:23 GMT -5
Thank you, I will definitely check that out. Cheers!
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Post by oblique on Oct 31, 2016 20:28:19 GMT -5
Thanks for your kind responses, Charlie and David. This site not only has an impressive dedication to continuity, but also a respectful and talented crew of writers. I'm thrilled when I can understand - and enjoy - references to earlier material. Frankly, I'm also thrilled when I get feedback from writers, and I'm very glad you appreciated my (brief) review. I will endeavor to provide more lengthy feedback in the future as I continue to read "Wonder Woman" and many other series on this amazing site in anticipation of the new series, both ongoing and upcoming.
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Post by oblique on Oct 30, 2016 17:50:13 GMT -5
I'm a latecomer to DC2 and I hope that Mr. Charlton or his colleagues are still able to receive these letters. These issues (the first arc of Wonder Woman) were not only a fantastic story on this site, but one of the best Wonder Woman stories I've ever read. The plot, characterization, and writing were excellent. I enjoyed this synthesis of the mythos, something I have never quite seen before.The style fit the themes and subject perfectly. I hope to read much more in the future, and congratulate all of the writers and editors on this site for their amazing work.
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Post by oblique on Oct 22, 2016 18:51:52 GMT -5
Hi! I was hoping I could have the password to the "New Outsiders" and other 'mature' comics. Thank you!
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Post by oblique on Oct 11, 2016 21:12:04 GMT -5
Thank you, Charlie, I've taken a look at "Ten Years Later" and I'm excited to read "Superwoman." Supergirl is one of my favorite characters and I've always considered her to be underutilized in mainstream comics. Not only is Kara a young woman with the powers of Superman, but she has such a haunting and compelling story. A true immigrant, rather than an adoptive son, Kara is a woman who lost her entire world to disaster and was forced to start over. The Last Daughter of Krypton, she is Superman's truest successor if and when he should fall - as is, in one way, the case in your story. I never understood why this concept never explored in greater detail in the comics (even when there were opportunities for them to do so) and I look forward to reading your version of "Superwoman." On an unrelated note, I was wondering what the status was for several of the other timelines in this site's impressive library. For instance, both Earth 5 and Earth A seemed like impressive "reboots" of the established continuity. Not that I'm lacking material, at that moment, but I'm curious if these projects on hold or were ever completed. Thanks!
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Post by oblique on Oct 11, 2016 19:59:27 GMT -5
To the editors, I'm a new reader who's just starting to explore DC2. Charlie was so kind as to recommend several stories, including "Ten Years Later," and I was thrilled to read this prelude before starting with "Superwoman: For Tomorrow." All of these stories were well-written and intriguing. "World of Tomorrow" was a heartbreaking and beautiful setup for the intervening years that led to this 'Brave New world.' "Black and White" evoked the same sense of danger and ambition in Ellis' original. Some of the other stories referenced material that I didn't know, either stories from the archives here at DC2, or comics that I haven't read. But all of them made me excited to see new stories set in this time and with these characters. I've heard that the "Omega Crisis" will be the last story of Earth-1 here on DC2. I am both sad to hear that and excited to read through the "back issues" in time to explore a complete saga of this magnitude. All of the writers on this site should be proud of their achievements. Thank you, Oblique
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Post by oblique on Oct 8, 2016 8:59:41 GMT -5
Sure is! Thanks for the feedback, Charlie. I'll probably be reading some of the older titles to start with and working my way towards the more recent works. I'm glad to hear you guys have taken some cues from the television series, not only did they often have a streamlined and concise take on the characters, they often added useful new additions like Chloe Sullivan (I love "Smallville" and it should have been listed as one of the shows that brought me into comics, specifically Superman). In terms of writing, I've been tossing ideas around for stories with Supergirl, Teen Titans, and Batman. However, I'd love to doodle about pretty much any of the Justice League! In the future (I wish I could be sure when I will have time to take up new projects) I would be very interested in penning a story for this site, once I've gotten a better grasp of the characters and continuity, as needed. As for a "Primer" or "Reader's Guide," I would be more than happy to help in whatever way I can. In my opinion it would be very useful for people landing on the site for the first time. Many people won't go through the trouble of registering and introducing themselves, leaving them rather lost. Something that is pinned to the front page, or even to the top menu bar listed as "START HERE," for example... Far be it from me to suggest how you run your site, there is a host of amazing material here and the Collected Editions with Editor's Notes are a perfect example of how to explain to new reader's what's going on! Thank you for all the help!
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Post by oblique on Oct 7, 2016 18:37:24 GMT -5
Hello, I'm a new member here at DC2 and I'm looking for reading suggestions from this wonderful library of comics. Any fans, writers, or readers care to pitch me there favorite stories? I'm relatively new to comic books (the past five years) and I love Superman, Supergirl (Kara Zor-El), Batman, Batgirl (Stephanie Brown), and the Teen Titans (Robin, Cyborg, Beast Boy, Raven, and Starfire). Oblique
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Post by oblique on Oct 7, 2016 15:28:20 GMT -5
Ah! That's why; I started with "Justice League" as I saw someone mention it was the "flagship title" and I was slightly confused! I'll take a look at a few of these titles to start. On another note, I'm a writer who would love to try my hand at a few titles in the future; unfortunately, I'm feeling a bit swamped at the moment with a brand-spanking-new job taking up most of my time. For now, I'll read some of your ongoing titles and revel in an unexpected new way to feed my love for comics. I've started reading comics consistently over the past couple years - I was introduced to the characters through the cartoons ("Teen Titans," "Justice League," and "The Batman") and started collecting when "The New 52" provided a way to jump into the mainstream continuity. Now I collect far too many weeklies, and this seems like a fun way to explore some characters I might not otherwise investigate. No one in my daily life collects or reads comic books, so now I'll head on over to the community forum. Thanks!
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Post by oblique on Oct 6, 2016 21:58:55 GMT -5
Hullo! New member who stumbled upon this site today - this is amazing. I've been brainstorming various ideas for stories set in the DCU and this is exactly what I was interested in, a clean and controlled take on the continuity that integrates the various characters at their best. I would love to start exploring this universe, particularly (but not exclusively) the Justice League, Superman, Supergirl, and the Bats. I've been poking around the site for the past hour and while I've found a few helpful hints and collected editions I was wondering if there was a "Reader's Guide" that lists issues/series by internal continuity? In other words, where to begin? Cheers, Oblique
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