NYCC '13 Day Three Recap

NYCC is one of my favorite times of the year, but I am not a fan of Saturdays. All the coolest stuff happens on Saturday because that's when all the working people can come. It makes sense, but it also makes for a very crowded con. So, instead of walking the floor like I had been doing the past few days, I decided to make Saturday my panels day.

My day started with the Doctor Who 50th Anniversary panel, which was filled with writers, podcasters, and comic book artists discussing all things Who. It was a great panel, but it wouldn't be a Doctor Who panel without a Doctor. The 6th Doctor himself, Colin Baker crashed the panel, along with Big Finish Productions chairman and co-executive, Jason Haight-Ellery, and the man you never want to hear say, "EXTERMINATE," Nicholas Briggs.

Next, I ran to the J. Michael Straczynski panel, only to remember a couple minutes later that I needed to be on the other side of the Javits, trying to get into the Once Upon a Time panel. I left Mr. Straczynski in the middle of an interesting conversation with a fan about radioactive residue in Canada to hurry over to the Empire Stage. I went into the Marvel Video Games, got the scoop on what's coming up, got to geek out over the new stuff coming to Marvel Avengers Alliance and LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, then settled in for the Once Upon a Time panel.

The Once Upon a Time Panel wasn't the most exciting panel I went to that day, but it was extremely informative and a good time was had by all. We got to see the first act of this week's episodes of Once Upon a Time and Once Upon a Time: Wonderland, and we were treated to a surprise guest - Jennifer Morrison.

Sunday Links for September 4

Happy Labor Day! I hope you are all getting a nice rest and enjoying the last weekend of summer!


The big news this week was the beginning of the DCnU, with the release of Justice League #1. I know what I thought, how about you? Let us know in the comments!
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For those of you still upset about the DCnU, it's time to move on. Read this touching goodbye from Oracle herself.
(via Has Boobs, Reads Comics)



The Library of Congress is trying to expand their collection of small press comics. They are working on a project with the Small Press Expo, archiving items from the convention along with nominees for the Ignatz Awards.
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New pics of Cavill's Superman were released this week, with mixed results. Check out this look back at past Supermans and compare.
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AMC has greenlit Kevin Smith's new reality show about comic shop life, set in his NJ store Hopefully they don't invite that other NJ reality show over....
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Finally, congrats to John S., the winner of our Lost In The Con giveaway! Stay tuned, there are more giveaways yet to come!


Until next week....

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My first thoughts on Justice League #1

Well, the fated day is here. Justice League has arrived, kicking off the DCnU. Despite all of my worries, I was strangely excited to read this issue. Something so familiar yet so unfamiliar all wrapped up in a shiny cover.  In case, you didn't know, the DCnU and this issue are the brainchild of Jim Lee, the artist, and Geoff Johns, the writer.


I don't think I really gave any spoilers but if you are spoiler-sensitive, you may want to bookmark this page and read it after you read Justice League.  


In this first issue, they show how the JLA starts at the very beginning. We get small doses of a few of the Justice League members but not everyone shows up.  They don't even get along or want to play together.  One character even tells another, "this is my turf, go back to yours." 


In the DCnU, everything is brand-new and that includes superheroes. The public doesn't know what to make of them! As the book goes on, I'm excited to see how they work public opinion into the story.


As the art goes, I like it but it is a style that will take a while to get used to. Everyone seems to have the same chiseled jaw. It started to bug me out. To me, the characters still read the same, but the look is definitely different.


I loved the premise of this first issue so much. I even wrote a quick "movie trailer guy" speech. Just imagine him saying it in that deep, deep voice.


"In a world that doesn't understand what a superhero is, masked vigilantes start to appear. These mysterious individuals seem to have extraordinary abilities that no human can possess. They are each alone on the planet, never knowing others like them, until today....."


I know, I'm cheesy.  ;)


One thing I almost missed is the final DC Nation column. It is being revamped as the DC All Access column to fit the new Universe. I don't really see this making a big impact, unless they add more extras, which I doubt. Still, it's a good thing to know.


So, how did you like Justice League #1? Hopefully, it made you hungry for more, because it looks like the DCnU is here to stay!


Side note: How long are we going to call it the DC New Universe? When does it just go back to being the DCU?



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Sunday Links for August 28

I'm trapped by the hurricane but in case you are safe, make sure you celebrate International Read Comics in Public Day! I'm hoping that Getsuyobi follows through with number 1....
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In anticipation of the premiere of the DC 52, many of the artists have been releasing preview art pieces. I'm in love with the Nightwing piece.
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If you are is upset about the DCnU, then imagine a monthly comic team-up of Batman and Iron Man, or Oracle and Forge. Well, it almost happened. Check out this possible alternate universe.
(via Bleeding Cool)


It is always important to treat your local comics dealer with respect. Here are the in's and out's of managing your pull list so everyone is happy.
(via The Weekly Crisis)


Ever give up on a video game? You aren't alone; it turns out that most people never complete any video games.
(via CNN)


Finally, make sure that you enter our Lost At The Con giveaway! It ends tomorrow so go enter now!


Until next week....




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