Comics Discourse 114

We take a trip back to the DC vs. Marvel and discuss the Return to the Amalgam Age of Comics, the second wave of crossover titles. We dive into books like Dark Claw Adventures, The Exciting X-Patrol, JLX Unleashed, Iron Lantern, and Super-Soldier: Man of War. Plus, we chat about 2000 AD, DC Comics Zatannic Panic and other anthologies, Blue Falcon & Dynomutt and Hanna Barbera characters, Hitman, and share our plans for Baltimore Comic Con!

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We are joined by returning special guest Anthony G from Sloth Love Chunk Podcast to spotlight Etrigan, the Demon (created by Jack Kirby) and The Demon Knights from DC Comics New 52, just in time to set the mood for Halloween!

Plus, we dive into recent comic book and manga reads, including Color of the End, Tower Dungeon, Orphan by Five Beasts, Skinbreaker, DC Horror anthology, Wally West the Flash, Imperial and Invincible Universe Battle Beast!

DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics

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For decades, comic books have explored “what if” stories and alternate takes on characters, whether it’s Age of Apocalypse, Elseworlds, Ultimate Marvel, Absolute Universe, or the ever-expanding Multiverse. In this episode, we dive into our favorite alternative or multiverse characters from DC Comics, Marvel, Image Comics, IDW, and more.

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We’re at Warp Speed (or is it Hyperspace?) with another Justice League International monthly spotlight! This episode we cover issues #14–21 featuring Fire, Ice, Hawkman, Hawkwoman, & Big Barda joining the team, it’s shop-or-die with Manga Khan, undercover mission to stop Queen Bee, a wild trip to Apokolips, and the reintroduction of Lobo! Stories by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, Kevin Maguire, Steve Leialoha, and Ty Templeton. Plus, more Spider-Man 2099 and Iron Man: Armor Wars talk.

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Brian and Hassan dive into new comics, including the relaunch of Batman by Matt Fraction and Jorge Jimenez, Adventures of Lumen N by James Robinson and Phil Hester, and Adventures of Superman: Book of El by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Scott Godlewski.  Plus  recent reads, including Absolute Batman, Immortal Legend Batman, Hyde Street, Green Lantern Dark, Power Fantasy, Jonny Quest, Space Ghost, Legion of Darkseid, and Justice League Unlimited.

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DC Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Boom Studios, Dynamite Entertainment. 

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Aliens infest Comics Discourse 114! We dive into the world of Aliens crossover comics with Batman, Superman, Avengers, Wildcats, Green Lantern, and Judge Dredd. Plus, we share thoughts on Dragon Con 2025, the upcoming Baltimore Comic Con, and the FX series Alien Earth. And last, comic talk with the Wake, Immortal Legend Batman, Sleep, Shade the Changing Man & Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring.

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Coffee poured and comic books stacked, Brian and Hassan are ready for comic talk; recent reads, 80s rewind and the latest new books from Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Image Comics, and Bad Idea Comics!

Recent Reads

80s Rewind

New Books

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We journey to the World of Tomorrow with Marvel 2099, spotlighting Spider-Man, X-Men, and Doom from creators Peter David, Rick Leonardi, John Francis Moore, Pat Broderick, and Ron Lim. We also dive into our Recent Reads: Excalibur, Captain Britain, Tin Can Society, Iron Man & Armor Wars, Bug Wars, Ultraverse, and Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum. Plus, don’t miss the debut of our new segment, 80s Rewind, with Hex from DC Comics

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We’re back with our monthly spotlight on Justice League International with  issues #8–13, plus Suicide Squad #13; a stretch packed with wild crossovers, big revelations, and unforgettable moments. The JLI tackles Moving Day, gets pulled into the Millennium event and a clash with the Manhunters, uncovers the secret history of Maxwell Lord, and crosses paths with the Suicide Squad. And of course, we can’t forget the debut of one of the greatest Green Lanterns of all time: G’nort. These amazing stores are by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, Kevin Maguire, John Ostrander, and Luke McDonnell

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The CD114 gang is joined by special guest and three-time Eisner-nominated comic book creator, Kyle Starks! We dive into his brand-new Kickstarter project, Where Monsters Lie: Dead End, talk about his Patreon and fun Sticker Club, and, of course, chat about all of his awesome books including Rick and Morty, Where Monsters Lie, I Hate This Place, Kill Them All, Peacemaker Tries Hard, Lobo Cancellation Special, Those Not Afraid, Sexcastle, Assassin Nation, and more!

As mentioned on the show: 

Where Monsters Lie: Dead End Kickstarter http://kck.st/3Jf7n5R

Kyle Starks Patreon https://www.patreon.com/kylestarks

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