It’s remarkable that in ONE issue they managed to make Clark working with Lex infinitely more interesting than Amazing Spider-Man has with Peter working for Norman in always two years and 20 issues
@@luantibcause it more or less is. Well’s obvious wants to write his OTP, Peter/Felicia but he doesn’t have the time or interest to write a convincing move away from Peter/MJ, the TRUE OTP of Spider-Man
@@ThePatxiao tbh MJ/Peter is an editorial thing not Wells. But yeah I really don't see Felicia as someone girlfriend/wife but it's comics so we can't have single women having fun or some basic man gonna start screaming SHES A SLUT at the page 😴 (still can't believe people are mad because Lois Lane liked to have sex with her husband)
Lex trying to have an ego-fueled redemption arc with the mindset of "Of course I know what's best for Superman, I know him better than anyone!" and Clark wanting nothing to do with any of it and just silently pleading for Lex to leave him alone is such a good re-interpretation of the dynamic between these characters. I can't wait to see where this goes next, especially given that the end of the first issue is hinting at some old rivals of Lex coming back to settle their debts.
@@ThePatxiaoeah, Spider-Man and the Black Cat were never supposed to be a viable couple. His story is tonally pretty much a fanfic. Why can’t they just let Peter and MJ get married again?! Either way I’m glad that at least Superman is doing better… even if Jon is still kinda ruined.
Lex isn't the only one he gave up on. He also gave up on Bee Boy! He said he'd help him. Then he just didn't do it. But we won't forget Bee Boy. Forgotten things: Where is Hope?
I stopped reading Superman when Bendis took over, but this feels like a return to the type of stories that made me fall in love with the character in the first place
Well, with new warner bros (and as such dc comics) boss David zaslov, it Was to be expected, the recent super man stories didnt sell well and was cnaclled and unlike marvels "ms marvel" they now dont try to relaunch it anew just to continue not selling well
I mean no one HAS to say it, but if it were me I'd always go "Hey, look, It's Jimmy Olsen, Photographer, Cub Reporter, Ladies Man, Turtle Boy, Harvester of tears." and so on whenever I saw him enter a room.
I still miss Jonathan Samuel Kent Superboy as his little 10 year old self everyday which breaks my heart into a million pieces that he’s still gone, despite that setback this story itself with Superman is really good so far.
I dont blame you. I'll never forgive DC for the BS rapid age up. It robbed us of what were really good stories exploring him discovering who he was, who his dad was, what they could do. Clark and him working together to train him in his powers. Him being able to hang out with Damien and all the amazing Super Sons shenanigans it led to.
@@kryptoknightmk1 indeed and in fact I am still pissed on what DC comics did to my favorite character Jonathan Samuel Kent superboy and the fact DC won't deage my boy Jon Kent back to normal just drives me insane because like you said they was so many stories left to tell with Jonathan Samuel Kent superboy as his little 10 year old self growing up with his family, working together with his dad and learning how to control his powers and hanging out with Damian Wayne robin and being the super sons would've been fantastic to see, but the fact we lost all of these potential stories just proves me to me that bendis destroyed a great character for garbage that nobody liked myself included.
I was thinking the same thing. Let him be a boy for a little longer. And show him having fun and learning how to be Super from his dad. (What might've been...screw you Bendis.)
@@kryptoknightmk1 same here. I hate everything they did to him. I periodically read supersons to see what we could've had. Watching Jonathan join the teen titans would've been a blast.
I really liked the fact that when Clark was talking about honing his hearing on the people he loved that Lois knew to add Bruce to that list even though Clark chose to omit him. Something really nice about having a friend that, even though you may spend lots of time apart, will always have your back.
2:39 the panel work in this issue was really creative, Jamal Campbell is amazing. The use of panels is something not talked about enough in comics, imo
This comic feels and writes like a gateway into Superman and his stories simply because this is how I've always been shown and told what he's like with my limited view of so far as just a movie watcher for DC so far I'm really enjoyed this issue. It feels familiar but also new and it makes me want to read more and learn more about Superman's world outside the standard: Lois - girlfriend, Jimmy - Pal, Supergirl - cousin and Lex - billionaire villain, this and Smallville is realy helping with that. Also the art is beautiful its the perfect blend of cartoon a realism for me.
This issue SUPER worked for me, pun intended. It gave me that wholesome hopeful vibe, a vibe where saying this pun isn’t even awkward. Along with Worlds Finest and some other books, they’re really yanking me out of the “omniverse, everything matters” era and into something great.
Dagnabbit, you're gonna convince me to read this series, aren't you? I was planning on skipping it (I need to spend less money on comics) and I tend to like only about half of Williamson's stuff...but Lois yelling "Great Caesar's Ghost!" may have just sealed the deal
I am interested in what you have shown so far. I like the creative use of Superman's powers and status against him. It bodes well for showing how he can be attacked emotionally while still being the icon of morality that I want him to be. New social challenges that can't be tanked with invulnerability or punched. Also it seems to be equally interested in the man side of Superman, the small-town boy turned big-city reporter.
I just imagine Bruce hearing about this and thinking "What Clark has a company now? Having and company is my gimmick! I already have to deal Ollie and Ted being businessmen now Clark. It isn't fair!" and I am down for more Mercy in general and big arm Mercy is just an extra plus.
When I first saw that bit about who Clark especially listens to, I’m embarrassed to say it took me about a full minute to figure out who Bruce was 😂 “there’s a Superman character named Bruce? Who’s that? Someone who works at the daily planet?” Hahaha
I'm a big fan of Superman TAS, so I really enjoyed this comic. It's nice to see classic Superman stories again. This comic run has a lot of potential, and I hope it continues to deliver.
I loved this first issue. At the end of reading of this issue I just felt happy; completely satisfied. I genuinely believe we need a series where Superman is just being Superman. Not to say that chances shouldn’t be taken or shaken up but some stability is appreciated. If this keeps up I’ll read each issue!
When I read this issue the page with the Polaroids got me, especially the one where Superman arm wrestles the groom. It just tugged on my heart strings for some reason. Also the art is great it feels very effervescent and full of love.
As someone who doesn't read the comics, this issue sounds like a great place to start. I watched all of the DCAU as a kid, so that is where I learned of all what I love of DC. Typically, I'd prefer to start at the beginning, but in this case, probably something recent is better. I don't really want to try and catch up on almost a hundred years of comics, so this sounds like a good place as any to jump in. I'm also considering checking out some of the silver age, especially Superman's good friend Jimmy Olsen, sounds fun.
This sounds like a good set up, Lex screwing Clark into doing good against his will is great....also I wonder is Mercy will show the abilities she gained in Lazarus Planet. And I am sooooo glad that the secret identity is back, I wish DC could fix the other thing that Bendis changes about Superman: aging John.
Superman is always a fun read, like comfort food. The art style reminds me of cover art so I like the level of detail. The Shunting... Dead Meat did a great Kill Count of Society, I remember the movie for the actress who was also in Can't Buy Me Love.
The comic didn't really hit with me. I think it should focus more on Lois Lane and her work, her home life, romances, and who she marrys in each issue. If I'm paying five bucks an issue, I better see some crazy good weddings!
The whole Super Corp storyline reminds me of Angel being given control of Wolfram & Hart…Luv Clark getting a secret identity again ( as it should be) , the whole brain aneurysm thing for those who discover is 👋🏾… & luv your Superman blue blouse with matching wig “ You Look MARVELOUS, ABSOLUTELY MARVELOUS “ …Keep Up The Outstanding Work Sasha 🖖🏾
"Kidnapped over 100 times" Been reading comics, off and on, since the late 60's and getting back into it now. I've never expected the same continuity logic from comics as I have from any other media. I'm sort of in the "The panel says this is the first time Superman met Flash so, OK, I'll go with it." camp. With over a thousand stories in some of these titles, you have to become a "current-ist?" and simply go with the story in hand and allow past stories to be echoes of maybe. I remember reading one issue where Superman defeated an alien that had stolen Green Lanterns Ring, easily, returning the ring after calling it a trinket. Then, a couple of months later, read the John Byrne reboot where he's wondering if he's carrying the plane or "flying" it. Ultimately the story that should matter must remain the one in hand with continuity having a relevance curve that is steep and drops away quickly over time. With the internet, becoming pedantic about your fandom is all to easy a rabbit hole to fall down.
It's really amazing that you can reference so many of your other videos for additional information. And you started this channel just a few short years ago. An impressive body of work! I love the art by Jamal Campbell, and the story seems pretty good from what I can tell. Now about Lois. I'm out of touch with the modern character. But she used to have a real adventurous spirit that wanted to be where the action is. I don't think old-school Lois would be satisfied as an editor. Of course, a good writer could probably come up with ways to make sure she still sees her share of excitement. She could also decide she's getting older and has had enough on-the-scene action and really settle into the new role. Or she could struggle to find fulfillment in the new situation, decide it's not for her, and step down. They could go a few ways with it. Interesting.
Superman realy is the best superhero in comic book history. He inspires, he saves, the burden he caries is as powefull as are his powers. Truly the best superhero ever.
Another awesome analysis! I am so glad to see your retrospectives are paying off and those same characters are now appearing in this storyline. Sounds like this is a great jumping-on-point for new Superman fans.
omg, this actually seems good! I'll keep my eye out for a TPB whenever that gets released. Navigating which Superman comics would actually hold my interest has been pretty difficult for the past few years I'm glad so see stuff more my speed getting made.
The panel layouts are creative and fun, which is a nice change. The TAS vibe interspaced with some Post-Crisis seriousness is a good choice in storytelling. The colouring for this, while obviously still digital, stands out and looks good. Too bad a lot of the characters look stiff and unappealing, there doesn't seem to be a lot going on in the backgrounds either, more like the "camera" is focusing solely on the foreground.
"Did it work for me?" I don't know, but it's certainly interesting, and after a few more issues I'll decide. This video did cause a lot of Sueprman thoughts/memories (reader since 60s): As I recall, at one point there was a story about Pete Ross learning Superboy's identity, but Superboy didn't know, and Saturn Girl (Legion of Superheroes) didn't erase his memories because someday his knowledge would help him save Clark. I recall Superman's parents being "de-aged", being younger for a time. I can't help but recall Larry Niven's "Man of Steel Woman of Kleenex". (I'm sure you're read, if not...) As always thank you so very much for videos.
I admire the bold, daring, though naturally not-always-successful experiments they've been making with Superman in recent years. This new approach looks promising.
I mean, the central rivalry dynamic of this run is his former nemesis attempting to co-opt and corporatize Superman's image to better fit his own vision for the world at the expense of Clark's inherent humanity and compassion for the disenfranchised, so yeah, I think Clark is going to have some words with some rich people sooner or later
That memory wipe brain aneurysm things is going to be a major plot point. Some villain/lex will hijackba worldwide communication network, reveal supes identity and then "save" everyone from the brain aneurysm. Then lay the plan all on supes feet
I'm all for the Girlboss that is Lois. But I think her power is more as the IDGF who you are, if you are doing something shady, I will find out, and so will Superman. Filling Perry's shoes is a very tall order. Storywise Perry White is the Daily Planet, someone like Lex or Livewire taking over would be interesting but Perry would get his newspaper back. Supercorp, I do love that it is not Superman's thing, but if he doesn't use it, it would mean people, he is brilliant but he's the kind of guy at least to me who would if asked test something that would be dangerous to a normal person but wouldn't bother him like studying the effects of a nuclear explosion. This Supercorp and some of the art style reminds me of when Spider-man was working in a lab. IDK if you noticed it too.
Wow this is actually really good, I'll have to add it to my pull list!! Parasite is my favorite superman villain, and this honestly might be my new favorite rendition of the character! Side note, you're the first person I've seen who can make any color work for them! Haha I love how you change up the theme for each video, you're gorgeous!
the only way Superman could perform a wedding would be as a minister, judge, ship captain, or a justice of the peace. Any or all of those would require a form of ID & proof of residency. so, he'd have to reveal his secret identity... again.
algorithmic punch! (Was excited to see Livewire from watching your retrospective and TAS back in the day. The story was fun to jump into, and the art and panel work is as good as you say. Livewire seems to be being pitched as a Joe Rogen/Alex Jones type, and it would make an odd amount of sense for her to sell an "energy" supplement.)
[Referring to 12:04] This channel is where most of my comic/specific character knowledge comes from (discovering them on Top 10 Nerd) so when I say I don't know much about Mercy that doesn't mean much (plus I'm not a Superman fan so I miss out on some cool supportings and rogues) but she's one of my favorite characters on the live action Titans show on HBOmax.
Did anyone identify the other villains on the monitors: I think I saw Parasite, Silver Banshee, Bizarro, Livewire, Lobo and possibly Atomic Skull and Toyman. Anyone identify the red headed woman?
Thank you for this informative look at the latest Superman issue! It's been a long while since I've even read a comic, although, looking at the incredible artwork of Jamal Campbell, might spur me to return to comics!
Loved the issue - has a real Superman TAS vibe to me and I’m excited to see where this back to basics story will go. Love parasite and Livewire - some Of my fave baddies.
Finally, I get a video where your talking about something I actually read too! Not that I don't enjoy watching you talk about comics I haven't read though
I'll be picking this up tomorrow and I can't wait! I've always wanted to get on board with a Superman run and I'm a fan of Williamson's work, so I was looking forward to this. It looks exactly like what I've been waiting for - a back-to-basics Superman, with Clark at the Daily Planet and Supes fighting some of his classic rogues. Plus, as a big DCAU fan, the STAS vibes have me extra excited. Side note: is Brian Michael Bendis still at DC? I don't think I've seen his name on anything since his Justice League run ended nearly a year ago.
I thought this was pretty cool Very superman TAS. You got me searching for some other live wire stuff, and I found a superman adventures comic where livewire and superman fight darksied and minons
Absolutely loved it! Best start since Rebirth! Not sure Lois, who can't spell, can be editor. It seems like it will take her off the board. Mercy's arms! lol...I noticed them too! She is super appealing....but did anyone else think she looked like Ally from the Sunstone series???? Can't wait for the next issue!
Fantastic art and fantastic story energy. Quick note: Clark is so huge that you'd pick him out as Superman based on sheer volume alone. To hide his identity, Clark needs to start downing protein drinks all day and "casually" (no shade) mentioning an interest in amateur body building,. Cuz I think Jimmy could tie one of Clark's shirts to 2 polls and use it as a hammock. But it's all so fun, you can also let it go. Fun for me at least would be to have Lois lose it at one budget meeting and just sarcastically yell out: "The shareholders, the shareholders, won't someone please think of the shareholders," and then get cricket chirps. Ha! Also, seriously, have Lois called a "woke" choice for editor-in-chief, *while* Lois also starts having a lot of more people telling her what she wants to hear and feeding her ego. Then add more to it with Lois having to decide how clickbait-y and gaslight-y the Daily Planet stories need to be. Not that media on either side do that all the time everyday. Nope. Not at all. There's a lot to explore with Lois, especially with Clark as now head of Lexcorp and them now being a more powerful power couple in various ways.
Oh Society, unironically one of my favorite horror movies (even though I don’t know if it should really be classified as such). Made a buddy of mine watch that for the first time, loved the unfiltered, first time reactions of that.
I'm left wondering, why do people feel the need to shake Superman up? Baseline Superman, Clark, Lois, Jimmy, Lex, and the gang are fine. You don't have to lose the secret identity, de-power Superman, make him walk across America, or any of the gimmicky stuff that some writers feel they have to do to make Superman work. People have been making Superman work for like 80+ years now; everyone else could do it, today's writers could too. This is not to say that Superman should be kept from changing in any ways at all. The addition of Jon Kent has really made Superman even better, and I have to admit, I might have dismissed it as a gimmick except that it worked out so incredibly well. But there are some tricks that just never work. Ditching the secret identity means losing the Superman / Clark duality, and getting rid of that has never once made things better. Making Superman hated by the masses has never made things better either. Change for change's sake is foolish; think long and hard about what you would lose with any proposed change.
First of all yes, I do remember Society, and yes, I'm very sure showing anything of the last bit of that film would get you a serious TOS violation. Second, I *love* this take on Superman. I'm old school. My first exposure to Superman was through the kids cartoon Superfriends way back in 1973 and Superman: The Movie was my first movie experience at the tender age of ten. The Donner influence as well as the animated series sing though there and it's hard for my nostalgia not to get triggred and buy into it. And when everything is said and done, Superman *is* pop culture in so many ways, and his story and character so universal, it's hard not to simply go with the most straight up version of his character. He worked out of the gate in 1938, and it's a testament to the strength of his character that he still does all these decades later. And I'm here for it.
I kinda fell out of these once the New 52 got going but this has got my attention again for Superman in a way it hasn't been since J Michael Straczynski did his Earth One stories.
Are you here for petty Lex?
Yes
the pettier, the better
I'm always on board for petty villainy. It's my favorite form of evil
You're the best comic channel on TH-cam girl too bad you're married with kids you're also very beautiful lady 💗
Always
It’s remarkable that in ONE issue they managed to make Clark working with Lex infinitely more interesting than Amazing Spider-Man has with Peter working for Norman in always two years and 20 issues
Tbh the bar was really low. Love Zeb Wells but his spiderman feels like the biggest 2 issues filler ever
@@luantibcause it more or less is. Well’s obvious wants to write his OTP, Peter/Felicia but he doesn’t have the time or interest to write a convincing move away from Peter/MJ, the TRUE OTP of Spider-Man
@@ThePatxiao tbh MJ/Peter is an editorial thing not Wells. But yeah I really don't see Felicia as someone girlfriend/wife but it's comics so we can't have single women having fun or some basic man gonna start screaming SHES A SLUT at the page 😴 (still can't believe people are mad because Lois Lane liked to have sex with her husband)
Lex trying to have an ego-fueled redemption arc with the mindset of "Of course I know what's best for Superman, I know him better than anyone!" and Clark wanting nothing to do with any of it and just silently pleading for Lex to leave him alone is such a good re-interpretation of the dynamic between these characters. I can't wait to see where this goes next, especially given that the end of the first issue is hinting at some old rivals of Lex coming back to settle their debts.
@@ThePatxiaoeah, Spider-Man and the Black Cat were never supposed to be a viable couple. His story is tonally pretty much a fanfic. Why can’t they just let Peter and MJ get married again?! Either way I’m glad that at least Superman is doing better… even if Jon is still kinda ruined.
Lex isn't the only one he gave up on. He also gave up on Bee Boy! He said he'd help him. Then he just didn't do it. But we won't forget Bee Boy.
Forgotten things: Where is Hope?
Bee boy was simply irredeemable
Livewire is definitely going to be part of the Superman family. Why? Because of the jacket of course. It's clever foreshadowing.
Well, she was reformed before the New 52 happened. So that would just be going back to the previous status quo
@@Dhampir101980 I mean, yeah that too. But the jacket means it’s more guaranteed.
superboy: respect+
@@Dhampir101980 - She was a good guy?
@@matthewschwartz6607 yes. Clark inspired her. It didn’t happen overnight, but eventually, she realized that her mistakes and sought redemption
I stopped reading Superman when Bendis took over, but this feels like a return to the type of stories that made me fall in love with the character in the first place
Well, with new warner bros (and as such dc comics) boss David zaslov, it Was to be expected, the recent super man stories didnt sell well and was cnaclled and unlike marvels "ms marvel" they now dont try to relaunch it anew just to continue not selling well
I mean no one HAS to say it, but if it were me I'd always go "Hey, look, It's Jimmy Olsen, Photographer, Cub Reporter, Ladies Man, Turtle Boy, Harvester of tears." and so on whenever I saw him enter a room.
"Harvester of Tears" is the name of Jimmy's death metal band.
I still miss Jonathan Samuel Kent Superboy as his little 10 year old self everyday which breaks my heart into a million pieces that he’s still gone, despite that setback this story itself with Superman is really good so far.
I dont blame you. I'll never forgive DC for the BS rapid age up. It robbed us of what were really good stories exploring him discovering who he was, who his dad was, what they could do. Clark and him working together to train him in his powers. Him being able to hang out with Damien and all the amazing Super Sons shenanigans it led to.
@@kryptoknightmk1 indeed and in fact I am still pissed on what DC comics did to my favorite character Jonathan Samuel Kent superboy and the fact DC won't deage my boy Jon Kent back to normal just drives me insane because like you said they was so many stories left to tell with Jonathan Samuel Kent superboy as his little 10 year old self growing up with his family, working together with his dad and learning how to control his powers and hanging out with Damian Wayne robin and being the super sons would've been fantastic to see, but the fact we lost all of these potential stories just proves me to me that bendis destroyed a great character for garbage that nobody liked myself included.
That’s what made me drop Superman, not a fan of Bendis post 2000s
I was thinking the same thing. Let him be a boy for a little longer. And show him having fun and learning how to be Super from his dad. (What might've been...screw you Bendis.)
@@kryptoknightmk1 same here. I hate everything they did to him. I periodically read supersons to see what we could've had. Watching Jonathan join the teen titans would've been a blast.
I really liked the fact that when Clark was talking about honing his hearing on the people he loved that Lois knew to add Bruce to that list even though Clark chose to omit him. Something really nice about having a friend that, even though you may spend lots of time apart, will always have your back.
The art for this run is gorgeous. Jamal Campbell is killing it. And yes, this kind of superman story tugs at the nostalgia strings and i love it.
If I was Jimmy I would put that on a business card, ace photographer, ladies man and turtle boy. It would be a nice conversation starter.
I'm reasonably certain he had actual business cards for his "Jimmy Olsen, Mister Action" moniker back in the day.
2:39 the panel work in this issue was really creative, Jamal Campbell is amazing. The use of panels is something not talked about enough in comics, imo
Creative page layouts separate the true greats from the rest, imo. Just drawing stuff inside a bunch of rectangles isn't making full use of the medium
This comic feels and writes like a gateway into Superman and his stories simply because this is how I've always been shown and told what he's like with my limited view of so far as just a movie watcher for DC so far I'm really enjoyed this issue. It feels familiar but also new and it makes me want to read more and learn more about Superman's world outside the standard: Lois - girlfriend, Jimmy - Pal, Supergirl - cousin and Lex - billionaire villain, this and Smallville is realy helping with that. Also the art is beautiful its the perfect blend of cartoon a realism for me.
This issue SUPER worked for me, pun intended. It gave me that wholesome hopeful vibe, a vibe where saying this pun isn’t even awkward. Along with Worlds Finest and some other books, they’re really yanking me out of the “omniverse, everything matters” era and into something great.
Dagnabbit, you're gonna convince me to read this series, aren't you? I was planning on skipping it (I need to spend less money on comics) and I tend to like only about half of Williamson's stuff...but Lois yelling "Great Caesar's Ghost!" may have just sealed the deal
2:31 The art is absolutely beautiful and yeah this looks like a really fun start for Superman also petty Lex is great
I am interested in what you have shown so far. I like the creative use of Superman's powers and status against him. It bodes well for showing how he can be attacked emotionally while still being the icon of morality that I want him to be. New social challenges that can't be tanked with invulnerability or punched. Also it seems to be equally interested in the man side of Superman, the small-town boy turned big-city reporter.
I just imagine Bruce hearing about this and thinking "What Clark has a company now? Having and company is my gimmick! I already have to deal Ollie and Ted being businessmen now Clark. It isn't fair!" and I am down for more Mercy in general and big arm Mercy is just an extra plus.
The final nail in the coffin is the fact that Bruce doesn't actually have a company right now.
"Well, well, well, how the turntables."
I hope she has a cybernetic arm like she did in Young Justice
When I first saw that bit about who Clark especially listens to, I’m embarrassed to say it took me about a full minute to figure out who Bruce was 😂 “there’s a Superman character named Bruce? Who’s that? Someone who works at the daily planet?” Hahaha
I'm a big fan of Superman TAS, so I really enjoyed this comic. It's nice to see classic Superman stories again. This comic run has a lot of potential, and I hope it continues to deliver.
I loved this first issue. At the end of reading of this issue I just felt happy; completely satisfied. I genuinely believe we need a series where Superman is just being Superman. Not to say that chances shouldn’t be taken or shaken up but some stability is appreciated. If this keeps up I’ll read each issue!
Love the art here! I'm glad they let Jamal Campbell do Superman after his excellent work on Naomi
When I read this issue the page with the Polaroids got me, especially the one where Superman arm wrestles the groom. It just tugged on my heart strings for some reason. Also the art is great it feels very effervescent and full of love.
As someone who doesn't read the comics, this issue sounds like a great place to start. I watched all of the DCAU as a kid, so that is where I learned of all what I love of DC. Typically, I'd prefer to start at the beginning, but in this case, probably something recent is better. I don't really want to try and catch up on almost a hundred years of comics, so this sounds like a good place as any to jump in. I'm also considering checking out some of the silver age, especially Superman's good friend Jimmy Olsen, sounds fun.
The art in this book was so AMAZING. Loved this first issue
This sounds like a good set up, Lex screwing Clark into doing good against his will is great....also I wonder is Mercy will show the abilities she gained in Lazarus Planet. And I am sooooo glad that the secret identity is back, I wish DC could fix the other thing that Bendis changes about Superman: aging John.
I was never a huge Superman fan but I could see this as a good way to get into him.
Livewire looks great with the leather jacket. It gives her a punk look.
But is it better than Sinestro's leather jacket?
@@CrisisComics I didn't even know that was a thing.
Superman is always a fun read, like comfort food. The art style reminds me of cover art so I like the level of detail. The Shunting... Dead Meat did a great Kill Count of Society, I remember the movie for the actress who was also in Can't Buy Me Love.
Mercy is about to punch Superman unconscious with those arms
I want Jamal Campbell's Mercy Graves to put me in a headlock and snap my neck like a crayon
God, Mercy’s arms have me FEELING THINGS 😳
You are not immune to morally-ambiguous women with toned bodies
Has baby, back to talk Superman a week later. Congratulations you absolute hustle legend.
Lol can't stop won't stop
The comic didn't really hit with me. I think it should focus more on Lois Lane and her work, her home life, romances, and who she marrys in each issue. If I'm paying five bucks an issue, I better see some crazy good weddings!
This run is basically taking the piss out of the current spider man run indirectly.
So, I am loving this so well.
This looks promising. The only problem with Lois as editor and chief though is no more Jimmy Olsen puff pieces.
The whole Super Corp storyline reminds me of Angel being given control of Wolfram & Hart…Luv Clark getting a secret identity again ( as it should be) , the whole brain aneurysm thing for those who discover is 👋🏾… & luv your Superman blue blouse with matching wig “ You Look MARVELOUS, ABSOLUTELY MARVELOUS “ …Keep Up The Outstanding Work Sasha 🖖🏾
"Kidnapped over 100 times" Been reading comics, off and on, since the late 60's and getting back into it now. I've never expected the same continuity logic from comics as I have from any other media. I'm sort of in the "The panel says this is the first time Superman met Flash so, OK, I'll go with it." camp. With over a thousand stories in some of these titles, you have to become a "current-ist?" and simply go with the story in hand and allow past stories to be echoes of maybe. I remember reading one issue where Superman defeated an alien that had stolen Green Lanterns Ring, easily, returning the ring after calling it a trinket. Then, a couple of months later, read the John Byrne reboot where he's wondering if he's carrying the plane or "flying" it. Ultimately the story that should matter must remain the one in hand with continuity having a relevance curve that is steep and drops away quickly over time. With the internet, becoming pedantic about your fandom is all to easy a rabbit hole to fall down.
I miss the "The mild mannered reporter from a great metropolitan newspaper and his never ending battled for Truth, Justice and the American way."
Him in his reporter clothes looks so cuddly for me and I don’t know why
The second I turned on my iPad this showed up in my notifications. 10/10 timing
It's really amazing that you can reference so many of your other videos for additional information. And you started this channel just a few short years ago. An impressive body of work! I love the art by Jamal Campbell, and the story seems pretty good from what I can tell. Now about Lois. I'm out of touch with the modern character. But she used to have a real adventurous spirit that wanted to be where the action is. I don't think old-school Lois would be satisfied as an editor. Of course, a good writer could probably come up with ways to make sure she still sees her share of excitement. She could also decide she's getting older and has had enough on-the-scene action and really settle into the new role. Or she could struggle to find fulfillment in the new situation, decide it's not for her, and step down. They could go a few ways with it. Interesting.
Superman realy is the best superhero in comic book history. He inspires, he saves, the burden he caries is as powefull as are his powers. Truly the best superhero ever.
There were no ads other than on the covers, which was also refreshing.
Another awesome analysis! I am so glad to see your retrospectives are paying off and those same characters are now appearing in this storyline. Sounds like this is a great jumping-on-point for new Superman fans.
I absolutely love the art here. It’s so warm
Yes! Legion content spotted at 2:13! That's Ultra Boy and his Legion sponsor Marla Latham in their first appearance!
i feel like Clark could’ve been a good editor, then Jimmy could get his position and Lois can keep the job she’s always loved
omg, this actually seems good! I'll keep my eye out for a TPB whenever that gets released. Navigating which Superman comics would actually hold my interest has been pretty difficult for the past few years I'm glad so see stuff more my speed getting made.
This sounds like the perfect jumping back in point for me. I grew up on superman tas and I adore the art you showed. Sold!
My favorite part with this issue: no ads.
The panel layouts are creative and fun, which is a nice change. The TAS vibe interspaced with some Post-Crisis seriousness is a good choice in storytelling. The colouring for this, while obviously still digital, stands out and looks good. Too bad a lot of the characters look stiff and unappealing, there doesn't seem to be a lot going on in the backgrounds either, more like the "camera" is focusing solely on the foreground.
I'm counting down the days for a Livewire vs Punchline Social Media War now. It maybe low hanging fruit but, it's just too tempting to pass up.
The moment I saw Livewire in the comic I thought of you and your wonderful retrospective 😂
I'm super invested in seeing how it plays out, I love what they did with the panels!
Loved the who issue, the art was amazing and the tone, hopeful, light, actual Super stuff...a breath of fresh air all around.
"Did it work for me?" I don't know, but it's certainly interesting, and after a few more issues I'll decide.
This video did cause a lot of Sueprman thoughts/memories (reader since 60s):
As I recall, at one point there was a story about Pete Ross learning Superboy's identity, but Superboy didn't know, and Saturn Girl (Legion of Superheroes) didn't erase his memories because someday his knowledge would help him save Clark.
I recall Superman's parents being "de-aged", being younger for a time.
I can't help but recall Larry Niven's "Man of Steel Woman of Kleenex". (I'm sure you're read, if not...)
As always thank you so very much for videos.
I cannot stop looking at Mercy's arms, help
It was such a good issue and I loved the how filled and how much story was packed in 9/10 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Sasha, DC should be paying you as their best salesperson. You have sold me on this issue. I will be buying it on your recommendation.
Holy smokes, that artwork is gorgeous. Definitely gonna have to pick this up.
This is my new favorite comic book youtube channel! You really know your stuff
I admire the bold, daring, though naturally not-always-successful experiments they've been making with Superman in recent years. This new approach looks promising.
"Superman Goes Back To Basics."
So he'll bully the rich again. Good.
Lol he didn't spank or kidnap enough people to be that back to basics.
@@CasuallyComics Well that's disappointing.
I mean, the central rivalry dynamic of this run is his former nemesis attempting to co-opt and corporatize Superman's image to better fit his own vision for the world at the expense of Clark's inherent humanity and compassion for the disenfranchised, so yeah, I think Clark is going to have some words with some rich people sooner or later
That memory wipe brain aneurysm things is going to be a major plot point.
Some villain/lex will hijackba worldwide communication network, reveal supes identity and then "save" everyone from the brain aneurysm. Then lay the plan all on supes feet
I'm all for the Girlboss that is Lois. But I think her power is more as the IDGF who you are, if you are doing something shady, I will find out, and so will Superman. Filling Perry's shoes is a very tall order. Storywise Perry White is the Daily Planet, someone like Lex or Livewire taking over would be interesting but Perry would get his newspaper back. Supercorp, I do love that it is not Superman's thing, but if he doesn't use it, it would mean people, he is brilliant but he's the kind of guy at least to me who would if asked test something that would be dangerous to a normal person but wouldn't bother him like studying the effects of a nuclear explosion. This Supercorp and some of the art style reminds me of when Spider-man was working in a lab. IDK if you noticed it too.
Wow this is actually really good, I'll have to add it to my pull list!! Parasite is my favorite superman villain, and this honestly might be my new favorite rendition of the character! Side note, you're the first person I've seen who can make any color work for them! Haha I love how you change up the theme for each video, you're gorgeous!
Wow - the art in this is beautiful! I might have to start reading this again.
I love Superman TAS, I’ll check this out
the only way Superman could perform a wedding would be as a minister, judge, ship captain, or a justice of the peace. Any or all of those would require a form of ID & proof of residency. so, he'd have to reveal his secret identity... again.
algorithmic punch!
(Was excited to see Livewire from watching your retrospective and TAS back in the day. The story was fun to jump into, and the art and panel work is as good as you say. Livewire seems to be being pitched as a Joe Rogen/Alex Jones type, and it would make an odd amount of sense for her to sell an "energy" supplement.)
[Referring to 12:04] This channel is where most of my comic/specific character knowledge comes from (discovering them on Top 10 Nerd) so when I say I don't know much about Mercy that doesn't mean much (plus I'm not a Superman fan so I miss out on some cool supportings and rogues) but she's one of my favorite characters on the live action Titans show on HBOmax.
Did anyone identify the other villains on the monitors: I think I saw Parasite, Silver Banshee, Bizarro, Livewire, Lobo and possibly Atomic Skull and Toyman. Anyone identify the red headed woman?
Having Lex turn over Lexcorp to Clark is so very Angel S5 when Angel was given Wolfram & Heart after Angel stopped an apocalyptic event.
Just read it and my goodness. This issue gave me them Superman TAS vibes!
Parasite? Evil. Parasite with cargo shorts? Super Evil.
Thank you for this informative look at the latest Superman issue! It's been a long while since I've even read a comic, although, looking at the incredible artwork of Jamal Campbell, might spur me to return to comics!
Thank you! I didn't know about this. Now I'm interested in Superman again!
Loved the issue - has a real Superman TAS vibe to me and I’m excited to see where this back to basics story will go. Love parasite and Livewire - some Of my fave baddies.
You've peaked my interest. I'll check out this book now.
SuperCorp is canon!
Instead of sporting her DCAU look, they redesigned Mercy to resemble Sasha.
Finally, I get a video where your talking about something I actually read too! Not that I don't enjoy watching you talk about comics I haven't read though
I'll be picking this up tomorrow and I can't wait! I've always wanted to get on board with a Superman run and I'm a fan of Williamson's work, so I was looking forward to this. It looks exactly like what I've been waiting for - a back-to-basics Superman, with Clark at the Daily Planet and Supes fighting some of his classic rogues. Plus, as a big DCAU fan, the STAS vibes have me extra excited.
Side note: is Brian Michael Bendis still at DC? I don't think I've seen his name on anything since his Justice League run ended nearly a year ago.
I love the art. It looks similar to Stjepan Sejic's style which is pretty much my favourite.
Huh, now that you mention it! Not quite enough complicated expressions 🥴 but the same sort of pastel lighting and thin colored lines...
This Superman series better get like 100 plus Issues... Please?!
I thought this was pretty cool Very superman TAS. You got me searching for some other live wire stuff, and I found a superman adventures comic where livewire and superman fight darksied and minons
Holy crap you zoomed through this break down talked so fast. I loved it!!!
I kinda love the way Clark is drawn here. He's so huge and hunched over it reminds me of Mr. Incredible
I stopped reading with Bendis, but this was such an incredible issue. Can't wait for this dynamic!
This is what new 52 superman should've been from the start.
This Supercorp storyline sounds like a redux of Season 5 of Angel. But it was the best season of Angel, so here's hoping it works for Superman!
Yo this is a great start to supes new series, I like to think the song Clark is listening to is ...And justice for all
I liked it. It was fun and the art really made Lois and Mercy quite fetching.
Absolutely loved it! Best start since Rebirth! Not sure Lois, who can't spell, can be editor. It seems like it will take her off the board. Mercy's arms! lol...I noticed them too! She is super appealing....but did anyone else think she looked like Ally from the Sunstone series???? Can't wait for the next issue!
I saw Society when it was featured on the Last Drive In on Shudder. You could not get away with showing the end of that on youtube for sure!
Fantastic art and fantastic story energy. Quick note: Clark is so huge that you'd pick him out as Superman based on sheer volume alone. To hide his identity, Clark needs to start downing protein drinks all day and "casually" (no shade) mentioning an interest in amateur body building,. Cuz I think Jimmy could tie one of Clark's shirts to 2 polls and use it as a hammock. But it's all so fun, you can also let it go. Fun for me at least would be to have Lois lose it at one budget meeting and just sarcastically yell out: "The shareholders, the shareholders, won't someone please think of the shareholders," and then get cricket chirps. Ha! Also, seriously, have Lois called a "woke" choice for editor-in-chief, *while* Lois also starts having a lot of more people telling her what she wants to hear and feeding her ego. Then add more to it with Lois having to decide how clickbait-y and gaslight-y the Daily Planet stories need to be. Not that media on either side do that all the time everyday. Nope. Not at all. There's a lot to explore with Lois, especially with Clark as now head of Lexcorp and them now being a more powerful power couple in various ways.
noticed the starman compendium in the background... underrated and amazing run😊
Oh this seems pretty fun, maybe I will check it out
Oh Society, unironically one of my favorite horror movies (even though I don’t know if it should really be classified as such).
Made a buddy of mine watch that for the first time, loved the unfiltered, first time reactions of that.
I'm left wondering, why do people feel the need to shake Superman up? Baseline Superman, Clark, Lois, Jimmy, Lex, and the gang are fine. You don't have to lose the secret identity, de-power Superman, make him walk across America, or any of the gimmicky stuff that some writers feel they have to do to make Superman work. People have been making Superman work for like 80+ years now; everyone else could do it, today's writers could too.
This is not to say that Superman should be kept from changing in any ways at all. The addition of Jon Kent has really made Superman even better, and I have to admit, I might have dismissed it as a gimmick except that it worked out so incredibly well. But there are some tricks that just never work. Ditching the secret identity means losing the Superman / Clark duality, and getting rid of that has never once made things better. Making Superman hated by the masses has never made things better either. Change for change's sake is foolish; think long and hard about what you would lose with any proposed change.
First of all yes, I do remember Society, and yes, I'm very sure showing anything of the last bit of that film would get you a serious TOS violation.
Second, I *love* this take on Superman.
I'm old school. My first exposure to Superman was through the kids cartoon Superfriends way back in 1973 and Superman: The Movie was my first movie experience at the tender age of ten. The Donner influence as well as the animated series sing though there and it's hard for my nostalgia not to get triggred and buy into it.
And when everything is said and done, Superman *is* pop culture in so many ways, and his story and character so universal, it's hard not to simply go with the most straight up version of his character.
He worked out of the gate in 1938, and it's a testament to the strength of his character that he still does all these decades later. And I'm here for it.
I kinda fell out of these once the New 52 got going but this has got my attention again for Superman in a way it hasn't been since J Michael Straczynski did his Earth One stories.