Post by HoM on Jun 19, 2019 11:54:43 GMT -5
Brian said:
Hank and Janet in the beginning, before the breakdowns, before the moment of violence. It's like stepping back into the past and remembering how fresh the air smelled, how bright and vivid the colors of life were.
That's what this issue did for me. You've kept extremely close to the characteres basic personalities, and I love that. The showy, nearly Paris Hilton, Janet that the world sees, and the sharp and quick thinking Janet that the readers get to see: proven by her emergancy message to her father.
Her gentle pushing to put Hank in the spot light as Ant-Man has me a bit nervous, since it feels like the road that has been traveled down before, but since it is also wonderful to see these characters before their lives became such a mess, I'm a bit confused on how I'm actually feeling about it. LOL!
So with such a beautiful color, and a wonderful story, I was heading towards a great 4 star story... and then it happened: The villain that I love the most with Hank! Even better than Ultron! (I won't say the name cause everyone should find out on their own), but I nearly jumped out of my seat with excitement.
Now I'm wishing this mini was a weekly series. I don't know if I can wait!
5 stars!
Aaron said:
Never thought I'd be heaping praise upon a title that stars Ant-Man, but this is simply undeniable. I can't stress enough how much I'm enjoying this.
The characterizations are absolutely spot on and entertaining. As was the case last issue, you've made me appreciate and actually like Hank Pym, and I didn't know if that was possible. And Janet is written just perfectly, both in her public and private life. Bill Foster is also given more to work with, and he's growing on me as well.
Little things that stick out in my mind are: Janet actually naming Ant-Man, Bill's teasing of Hank and Hank's flustered personality, Vernon van Dyne and his trying to stay with Janet and say what she wants him to, the "ant-cave". The villain reveal that Brian doesn't want to talk about. This story is peppered with little moments and asides that I truly love.
Fantastic stuff, Don, and what can I do to convince you to parley this into an Ant-Man/Wasp/Giant Man ongoing? Five stars.
Hope said:
The characterizations are very close to the original comic versions, but still have a 21st Century tie to them. Hank Pym being a scientist who becomes a super-hero is a hard sell and I always thought the original comics made him jump into it too quickly. Now we can see why!
Oh Janet....
I can't believe this is only going to be a Mini-Series! This stuff is good enough for its on title, truly! Looking forward to more!
Pat said:
The main thing I'm enjoying about this series is the light, fun feel to it. There is no angst and dark mood anywhere... it's a comic book story that feels like it came right out of the 1960s or early 1970s. While I do like some things dark and gritty, sometimes I just want to sit back and enjoy a 'feel good' comic... and this is providing that sort of feel.
I would like to see some forward movement with Hank's ex-wife and brother and see what they are up to... and Jan is still annoying to me... but I really like the way that Hank and Bill are coming across... two close friends that will eventually (I think) share some adventures too.
Hank fits the part that Don is painting him in right now. I dislike the notion that he has to be a wife-beating and slightly emotionally weak guy. This version is the Hank Pym I want to read about.
And that cover... right on the money.
Charlie said:
But this guy? This Hank Pym? This is the kind of guy I can get behind! This is really harkening back to an era of comics I enjoyed reading in the Essential editions, and I can't wait for more story. Like I said in my Mighty Thor review, KEEP IT UP! Don't let me down, Walsh.
Mouseman68 said:
This is Hank and Janet at their best! 5 stars on this one. I really don't know where to begin. Probably with the characters themselves. I've always liked Janet as the strong woman that Marvel finally built her up to be, and here she comes right out of the gate that way. Pefect!
Hank's self doubt is right on the money as well, although I do hope that you don't go down the same road as Marvel with all the nervous breakdowns.
Now, how long before he creates my favorite Marvel villain of all time?
5 very well deserved stars!
Don said:
Bill? Gaining powers? What sort of powers might those be? I've never heard of such a thing! LOL Don't worry...I like Bill as much as I like the Pyms, and he's going to be a strong part of the Astonishing lineup for a long time.
Glad people are happy to see the villain of the piece. He's a fun figure, and I'm enjoying making him sort of the dark side of Hank. All the bad parts of his lack of confidence and esteem are being channeled into Egghead as the ultimate jealous rival.
Greg and Maria make an appearance in the last two issues, though their actual story will only appear later, in...
Astonishing Tales II!
Oh yeah...we have a second four issue mini-series to continue the grand adventures, never fear.
So keep reading and keep commenting and thanks for all the wonderful words.
Take care
Don
If you know where I live, just remember: BYOB.
Hank and Janet in the beginning, before the breakdowns, before the moment of violence. It's like stepping back into the past and remembering how fresh the air smelled, how bright and vivid the colors of life were.
That's what this issue did for me. You've kept extremely close to the characteres basic personalities, and I love that. The showy, nearly Paris Hilton, Janet that the world sees, and the sharp and quick thinking Janet that the readers get to see: proven by her emergancy message to her father.
Her gentle pushing to put Hank in the spot light as Ant-Man has me a bit nervous, since it feels like the road that has been traveled down before, but since it is also wonderful to see these characters before their lives became such a mess, I'm a bit confused on how I'm actually feeling about it. LOL!
So with such a beautiful color, and a wonderful story, I was heading towards a great 4 star story... and then it happened: The villain that I love the most with Hank! Even better than Ultron! (I won't say the name cause everyone should find out on their own), but I nearly jumped out of my seat with excitement.
Now I'm wishing this mini was a weekly series. I don't know if I can wait!
5 stars!
Aaron said:
Mar 17, 2008 12:46:53 GMT -5 @aaron said:
Wonderful cover.Never thought I'd be heaping praise upon a title that stars Ant-Man, but this is simply undeniable. I can't stress enough how much I'm enjoying this.
The characterizations are absolutely spot on and entertaining. As was the case last issue, you've made me appreciate and actually like Hank Pym, and I didn't know if that was possible. And Janet is written just perfectly, both in her public and private life. Bill Foster is also given more to work with, and he's growing on me as well.
Little things that stick out in my mind are: Janet actually naming Ant-Man, Bill's teasing of Hank and Hank's flustered personality, Vernon van Dyne and his trying to stay with Janet and say what she wants him to, the "ant-cave". The villain reveal that Brian doesn't want to talk about. This story is peppered with little moments and asides that I truly love.
Fantastic stuff, Don, and what can I do to convince you to parley this into an Ant-Man/Wasp/Giant Man ongoing? Five stars.
Hope said:
Mar 19, 2008 0:24:37 GMT -5 hope said:
Oh, excellent start and foreshadowing! The thing I really like about this version of Hank is that he did the whole hero thing once to save a friend, and then he was rushed into the whole tights and cape thing before he knew it. Jan is pushy and I love her for it!The characterizations are very close to the original comic versions, but still have a 21st Century tie to them. Hank Pym being a scientist who becomes a super-hero is a hard sell and I always thought the original comics made him jump into it too quickly. Now we can see why!
Oh Janet....
I can't believe this is only going to be a Mini-Series! This stuff is good enough for its on title, truly! Looking forward to more!
Pat said:
Mar 19, 2008 12:24:12 GMT -5 @patnestor said:
Once again, as the editor I'm a little hesitant to comment but...The main thing I'm enjoying about this series is the light, fun feel to it. There is no angst and dark mood anywhere... it's a comic book story that feels like it came right out of the 1960s or early 1970s. While I do like some things dark and gritty, sometimes I just want to sit back and enjoy a 'feel good' comic... and this is providing that sort of feel.
I would like to see some forward movement with Hank's ex-wife and brother and see what they are up to... and Jan is still annoying to me... but I really like the way that Hank and Bill are coming across... two close friends that will eventually (I think) share some adventures too.
Hank fits the part that Don is painting him in right now. I dislike the notion that he has to be a wife-beating and slightly emotionally weak guy. This version is the Hank Pym I want to read about.
And that cover... right on the money.
Charlie said:
Oh, Hank. Defined by one moment in one issue way back when, and we all know you're not that wife beater you were made out to be. Wasn't he mind controlled or something? On the edge of a nervous break down? I just feel sorry for the guy. Hate him in the Ultimate Universe, but pity him in the MU proper.
But this guy? This Hank Pym? This is the kind of guy I can get behind! This is really harkening back to an era of comics I enjoyed reading in the Essential editions, and I can't wait for more story. Like I said in my Mighty Thor review, KEEP IT UP! Don't let me down, Walsh.
Mouseman68 said:
Apr 6, 2008 3:35:03 GMT -5 @mouseman68 said:
GREAT SERIES!!! This is Hank and Janet at their best! 5 stars on this one. I really don't know where to begin. Probably with the characters themselves. I've always liked Janet as the strong woman that Marvel finally built her up to be, and here she comes right out of the gate that way. Pefect!
Hank's self doubt is right on the money as well, although I do hope that you don't go down the same road as Marvel with all the nervous breakdowns.
Now, how long before he creates my favorite Marvel villain of all time?
5 very well deserved stars!
Don said:
It's thrilling to see that I'm really reaching all those people with characters that are at best iffy in a solo series. Hank and Jan are such long-standing members of the proper MU that they have engendered strong emotions and loyalties (or disloyalties LOL). I love these two, and as I've said before in this very sub-board, I've loved Hank because he's so different from other super-heroes. Kind of unsure of his place in the pantheon of powered humans, and downplaying his own intelligence and advancements. His lack of self-confidence and esteem. It's an important part, but rest assured, he will NOT be going down the wife-beater or nervous breakdown streets. While I had no problem with a couple of those storylines (they did make sense in many cases), they've been done. The "wife-beating" was a single punch done at a terrible point in his life, one he's hated and regretted and chastised himself over, and it was ONCE! And it was terrible and he paid horribly for it. It's a shame later writers wouldn't let him off the hook. Charlie sums it up for me: pity the MU Pym, hate the UU Pym. My Hank? Feel bad for some of his weaknesses, but I hope otherwise, you'll just thrill to his adventures as he comes to realize that he has some obligations, some responsibilities, and maybe there's just a hint of fun in all of this.
Bill? Gaining powers? What sort of powers might those be? I've never heard of such a thing! LOL Don't worry...I like Bill as much as I like the Pyms, and he's going to be a strong part of the Astonishing lineup for a long time.
Glad people are happy to see the villain of the piece. He's a fun figure, and I'm enjoying making him sort of the dark side of Hank. All the bad parts of his lack of confidence and esteem are being channeled into Egghead as the ultimate jealous rival.
Greg and Maria make an appearance in the last two issues, though their actual story will only appear later, in...
Astonishing Tales II!
Oh yeah...we have a second four issue mini-series to continue the grand adventures, never fear.
So keep reading and keep commenting and thanks for all the wonderful words.
Take care
Don