Fuck it, I ain't got anything better to do; shelf thread time. Post your shelves, recent purchases, and whatever.
New shit out this week: http://www.comiclist.com/index.php/newreleases/next-week
Don't know where to buy? Try Instocktrades (us) or Amazon.
Thread question: What is your Dream book?
Latest purchase
I attempted to start a shelf thread and it didn't last long hahaha. Guess I should leave it to you anon, and Cream to start these things.
Here is my updated shelves.
>>78156501
>>78156516
>>78156483
Yeah, usually doing these threads back to back are a bad idea, but last time we several, I guess it just ran out of steam when you started yours.
How are those JoJo deluxes Btw?
>>78156538
>>78156546
*had several
>>78156584
And that's that. Except for Fairest Vol 1, which I got this weekend
>>78156546
They are nice. I like having a hard copy of Phantom Blood that I can actually read.
That Private Eye HC shape is so retarded. Thank god I didn't blindly order it online
>>78156371
Recents:
Harrow County
Henshin
Space Riders
Seven Soldiers of Victory
Silk
Secret Wars Infinity Gauntlet
Edge of Spider-Verse #5
>>78157393
Landscape right? What the fuck were they thinking?
Just found Metabarons 2012 print for 30 bucks and Technopriests Ultimate Collection for 25 bucks. Feels good man.
>>78156371
Is that Johann Kraus on the top? I thought it might be, but noticed no other BPRD on your shelf so I'm not sure
>>78157393
it's the format of the strips, anon
>>78157501
yep
>>78157507
Then they should have reformatted it
sorry for potato quality
Waiting on from IST
>Borgias HC
>Major Bummer Complete Collection
>All of the Playboy Interviews HC's
The Dark Horse sale got me.
>>78157450
>Space Riders
Black Mask is right on the cusp of me giving a shit.
>>78157948
Nice, is it Jodorowsky's Borgias that you're getting?
>>78158044
Indeed. I'm very excited about the entire haul. I had to talk myself out of getting Metabarons as well. That whole "limited funds" thing continues to be an issue.
>>78156538
What's your take on Wicked + Divine? I'm totally caught up on singles, and I can't say I've ever been as motivated to continue reading a series that I don't actually like as I am with this one, if that makes any sense.
>>78158257
Read Volume 2 and... well, I'm inclined to read Volume 3 but I don't want to pump the money into it. It's a peculiar series
Got these from Avatar's online store. They bagged each book.
>>78157739
Let's go back to flipping manga while we're at it, too.
I was just thinking last night I needed some more Batman books and I happened upon these today.
So guys, I plan on getting the Glory hardcover and I'm having a hard time deciding if I should get East of West in the 4 volumes or buy the hardcover that collects the first three volumes. Then I need one book to round out the order to get it over $50 for instocktrades and I'm wondering if Prophet or Pretty Deadly are even worth getting.
My recent acquisitions were The League of Extraordinary Gentleman Omnibus and Beautiful Darkness.
If this thread is up by the time I get back from work, I'll post my updated shelves.
>>78159433
Get the EOW hardcover, the variant (which looks way better) should be on sale. Also prophet is definitely worth getting
>>78159503
jesus christ what the fuck am I looking at and why is it awesome?
>>78159503
I think I'm gonna get the EOW variant hardcover, Glory hardcover, and Dead Body Road tpb, unless you guys can convince me Prophet is better.
>>78159608
Prophet is so much better. Not only is it space conan with 70s euro SF influence. It's one of the best American SF comics to come out in at least the last 15 years.
>>78159553
A great comic my friend
>>78159676
>>78159503
God I really want it now but I feel like I should wait for a deluxe hardcover or something that'll collect the whole thing, the art is just stunning.
>>78159807
I've been waiting since 09 for one. Eventually
>>78159846
You mean 2012
>>78159846
>>78159884
I'm holding off till they make a hardcover, I just know they're gonna announce one after Prophet War is finished
>>78160012
Yup graham has said here that he plans to make one eventually
>>78156516
Do those Marvel white hardcovers have the cheap, thin paper like their newer omnibi?
>>78156538
Beautiful. Is Convergence or any of their related titles worth owning?
>>78156483
Whoa. What is in that Civil War X-Men Hardcover? Looks nice.
>>78157393
The ONLY reason why I didn't buy. I was so excited for it too.
>>78157501
Where'd you find those? Brick & mortar or online?
>>78160867
That's a resounding yes. Unfortunately.
>>78160888
Thank you! Whilst I don't think the main series was worth the paper it was printed on, I thoroughly enjoyed the minis as a whole, I'd say pick up a book based on an era of comics you have nostalgia for or enjoy immensely, and see if it grabs you.
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>>78160069
Haven't read Graham Prophet, but everyone on here raves about it. I am saving myself for the HC as well.
>>78161044
Thanks for the info on the Marvel HCs. I was thinking of getting the Hickman Avengers books and Aaron Thor books in the format, but maybe I should just get the smaller hardcovers? Is the paper quality better?
As for Convergence, I will have to go through the different eras. I picked up the Wally West Flash monthlies as they came out, but was not impressed. Sadly.
>>78161165
Get the OHC's
>>78161165
I've kind of fallen away from Marvel since the Secret Wars began to be honest, and outside of Extraordinary X-Men, ANAD Marvel has done very little to coax me back, so can't speak for the current quality of their Premiere HCs.
In terms of Convergence, I have a few stand-out series that are a mix of being actually good, and tweaking my nostalgia. I particularly recommend Supergirl Matrix, Green Arrow, Swamp Thing, Teen Titans and Suicide Squad. Haven't read the Wally stuff yet.
>>78156371
Dream Book: Luckily I read that Marvel is collecting Uncanny X-Men: The Trial of Gambit. That plus the Gambit solo series finally receiving a collection in a few months has given me my dream books.
I have the original Cass Batgirl trades, but am hoping for an awesome edition of the rerelease.
Aside from that, my TRUE "Dream" book would have to be a Wally West Flash Omnibus by Mark Waid and Brian Augustyn up through the Chain Lightning issues. If only DC would get over its Waid hate and realize they would make some good money off of that.
>>78160888
The one with Montoya question was pretty good.
>>78156371
The lights are a charming touch.
>>78156371
Dream book is a tough one. On the one hand, I'd currently love a reprint of Steph Brown Batgirl, but I wouldn't say that's a dream.
I'd adore a nice series of Fables Omnibi, collecting the entire main series and Fairest in chronological order. Then maybe a separate Omni for Jack of Fables. Actually, I'd adore that. How many volumes would it be? 3? 4?
>>78161230
The thinner ones with only 6 issues, right?
I have been meaning to read Hickman's Time Runs Out saga. When I saw on Amazon that there is a large collection of it coming next August or so, I thought I'd wait for that (I've got plenty else to read). But should I just get the smaller books 1 through 4?
>>78161249
Thanks! I will check those out. Swamp Thing is a favorite. And I want to like Teen Titans.
>>78160888
All of the Convergence tie-ins were decent at worst.
The core story suffered from association with Earth-2.
>>78161398
yeah but those 6 issues HC aren't as good
>>78161287
Thanks anon :^)
>>78161328
Yeah fable omni would be cool. Always up for more vertigo HCs
My dream collection would be swamp thing absolutes, concrete LE, stray bullets OHCs, and astro city omnibus
>>78161881
I'm too busy during the week to participate in these shelf threads. I want them to be popular on weekends too.
>>78161923
Meh, shelf thread take a little time to get rolling. And they always move at a constant pace or daily burst. But yeah once they get rolling they're fun. Just wait for cream to get her and it'll pick up
>>78161586
Moore Swampy Absolutes would be tasty.
I just finished the 4th Deluxe HC of Y the Last Man. It feels like the story was just dragging in this volume, I'm about to start the last volume now
>>78162008
I wish I had a phone that worked. I'd post my collection. These threads shouldn't have to rely on CREAM, as much as he is great on these threads. I think he'd agree with me.
>>78162093
I gave up at that point on the story when the monthlies were originally coming out. As many have mentioned before, Vaughan, as much as I love him, is better at the beginning of a story. He tends to drag a plot along.
>>78162056
I'm a little irked preacher is getting absolutes before swampy
Part of me thinks it'll never happen cause of moore, but then again DC doesn't give a shit about moore's feelings
>>78162093
Was that the one where he tried to explain the entire man genocide? Ugh.
I want my Ex Machina HCs, although that huge fucking tease towards the end left a bit of a bad taste in my mouth.
>>78162157
I concur, sir. However, the only reason why Preacher is getting Absoluted is because of the TV show.
Not necessairly dream book as dream series as I'd really like Peter David's marvel work collected in a nice format. His Hulk, Captain Marvel, and X-Factor runs were all worth having on a bookshelf. His Young Justice too but I thought I'd just stick to Marvel.
I've been interested in Seeley's Hack/Slash. Worth owning the first edition? What format?
>>78162106
Cream is kind of a faggot but he does spark discussion so I don't mind his gayness. Just out of curiosity what do you have in your collection
>>78162203
Basically, though vertigo has been dying a lot more absolutes lately so I'm sure swampy will get them eventually. Will prolly see 100 bullets in the near future as well.
>>78162239
PD does not receive as much love as I'd think he would from the publishers. I'd love to have the last 6 issues of his Hulk run collected. They had great emotional moments and wonderful art from young Adam Kubert.
>>78162239
How long was his Captain Marvel? I know he stays on books for a long time, but this shop near me has quite a few Genis issues. I was thinking of picking them up if what they have is most, if not all, of the run.
>>78162292
A lot. Been collecting since '91. Books mostly from Marvel, DC, Vertigo, Image. A few Dark Horse books. I happen to have the 100 Bullets softcovers and Deluxe editions since you mentioned them.
I prefer (good quality) hardcovers to softcovers. I'm selective about the omnibi I purchase. Absolutes are cool and I have a few of those including Absolute Planetary and Absolute Authority Vol 1-2 of each.
How about you?
>>78162393
Only been collecting for a few years, I'm op. Same with you I prefer HCs to paperbacks
>>78162312
I think there was at least two volumes. One at 36 and the other at 24 or 25? it was one of those books like Spider-Girl (which is another book that'd be nice to have in omni or HC format) where it was cancelled and then brought back.
Technically not buy related, but Marvel Unlimited is doing another one of those free month promotions. The code is "FORCE"
Reminder
>>78156371
>dream book
Real, that can be purchased: Cerebus collections
That needs to be collected: O'Neil Question
>>78162742
SWEET! Good to know!
>>78157948
Hate asking this in one more thread but is the Fury: My War Gone By HC good quality?
>>78156538
What are those DC books on the lower left?
>>78162856
Cover under the dust jacket.
It's Deluxe HC dimensions, the paper is a little nicer than the bottom-rung Marvel paper, but not as nice as some of the DC Deluxe Editions I have. Binding picture up next.
I picked up The Walking Man by Taniguchi recently. I l loved it. Taniguchi's art is always a pleasure to behold. Unfortunately, the artwork was flipped which led to some of the speech bubbles having to be read in a weird order. High quality book beyond that.
>>78157948
What's that Cartoons of WWII book?
>>78162803
I'm hype as fuck for this. So many amazing artists. I'm really hoping that they make more books in this vein.
>>78164095
>>78162856
binding
>>78164095
Collection of propaganda strips and commentary that I picked up on clearance at a bookstore. I'll take a picture here in a second.
Does anyone here mount single issues on the wall? If so, do you use a frame and where can good ones be found?
>>78164095
ISBN:1435150686
Cartoons of World War II, edited by Tony Husband
>>78164094
>>78164120
Thanks, man.
Can I be an ass and ask you to take a pic of it open from the top, so I can judge the gutter loss better? I'm a bit worried about the binding.
>>78164286
C.R.E.A.M does, ask him when he shows up.
>>78164286
I use the walmart brand $2, 8.5" x 11" frames. I take them out of the bag and board before putting them in the frame. the frame is tight enough to hold the book in place but not too tight as to damage the book itself. It's cheap and looks great.
>>78164315
That's awesome. Propaganda art is always interesting. I have a book on Dr. Seuss's propaganda art, and it's great.
>>78164482
No. Everyone hates that shitter.
Bumpo
>>78164451
It doesn't FEEL like there's bad gutter loss to me, but I didn't read the floppies so I don't know. There also aren't that matter splash pages.
>>78164105
I'm saving yours so that I can get some manga recs.
>>78159676
Don't forget the Image 90's references
>Troll and Suprema are post-human god like entities
>Supreme is a power source
>>78168039
And badrock.is also a sleeping god, and super patriot is an a literal infinite battle with himself.
>>78156483
nah man just throw it up whenever you see it go down. if you need to bump it, no big deal. shelf threads a permanent fixture on /co/
i was just busy playing sc2 all weekend
pic only thing ive gotten recently
reading fear itself hulk vs dracula tonight
>>78162106
O.o
i don't care at all m90. i love these threads. this is the ONLY thread i post in on /co/
>>78162292
ty bb
>>78164286
>>78164482
missed this. i really need to learn to read a fucking thread all the way through so i don't have to spam 3 responses in a row
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003O72YTG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
i love today i got a batman the killing joke deluxe edition for free thanks to a 5 dollar amazon credit, 25 percent off books code and a dollar ninety three of my amazon reward points.
>>78164286
http://www.bcwsupplies.com/cat/comic-supplies/comic-display/current-comic-book-frame
i bought one of these from an ebay seller cheaper took the picture matting out and had it duped no i can use any frame i like.
>>78169024
>wanting a collection that small to begin with
smhtbhfam
>>78169141
i have 4 thousand floppies and three shelves i was just happy about some /co/ related coupon fu
>>78167281
Yeah, gutter loss isn't bad. Thanks again mate, I had the trades but sold them to get this.
Colors were loud as fuck in the trades, they seem to have eased them in the HC, which is nice.
Lets see those Christmas wishes. I'm hoping my dad will get me these. I'm in college and can't afford anything right now. I might pick up the DEATH Deluxe Edition but I don't know what the difference in between it and the Death Absolute is. Oh, and through in some wishlists just for the shits and giggles of it. I could use some recs for it.
w/2M4RFK80PRDLV
>>78169833
My dad says I'm too old for him to be buying toys and funny books for me. He'll only get me socks and power tools for Christmas.
>>78170202
Don't worry, I get tools every year along with books. I'm just past the point to ask for stuff like video games and to young to be at the point where I just get money.
>>78169833
Kinda got what I wanted thanks to the Secret Santa thread. Anything would be gravy.
>>78170432
I feel the same way but I always pick HCs so my list is way to expensive hahaha. I'm mainly using it as a way to keep my recs together in one place.
>>78170202
teach your dad a lesson.
learn to make custom cabinetry for your comics. that'll teach him
All my DC figures.
>>78170690
Looks like George Perez's art
>>78170690
still in the closet, I see.
>>78170747
Yeah!
>>78170769
It's an old pic, but yeah.
>>78164120
Beautiful.
>>78170635
My list (all 64 pages) is just of shit I'd like to get one day, through gifts, commissions or my own funds. I just happened to get lucky in the Secret Santa thread and get spoiled once again.
>>78171382
I've never actually received anything but that doesn't really bother me. I'm used to buying all of my own stuff.
>>78171450
Did you post it this year? There was a huge drive to get as many ungifted as possible gifted and we're down to less than 20 as a whole. It's a hell of a site.
>>78171483
Yep, but like I said. I'm not really bothered by it. I've never done great with gifts from other people so I don't really get bothered.
Bump for more pictures. If the thread is still up tomorrow, I will use my wife's superior phone to take pics of my collection and post them. I've been meaning to get opinions about them on here.
>>78171656
More pictures? Fine. Here's my not so updated photos.
Some of mine
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>>78171719
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>>78171733
Some of my recent purchases.
>>78171733
>Infinite Kung Fu
>>78171753
How much was the Star-Lord?
>>78171733
Ok. Real question.
How is this real? I read a lot, but I get most of it from the library and occasionally friends. I Buy maybe 1/10 of what I read. How can you even afford all this? These books are pretty expensive. Do you not have anyone in your life or do anything else? Or do you just have hella disposable income?
>>78171799
Cultured? Me? No.
>>78171812
$45. Half price for Black Friday. At that price I had to pick that up. Too bad they didn't have Ghost Rider or Man-Thing as well.
>>78171817
It's not really that expensive compared to normal hobby shit if you get them while they're in print. Not much different from having a library of blurays or something else fairly mainstream
>>78171817
I live alone, have 2 jobs, and have self control issues. I go out of my way to buy as much as I can at as low a price I can, hitting up stores like the Salvation Army and Strand Bookstore to buy used and cheap books. the Daredevil omni was only $60 thanks to Strand. Same with the Hulk omni. I try to take advantage of sales, like the B&N buy 2 get 1 free sale from last year. I've also been collecting for near a decade.
>>78171845
I guess so. I look at your shelves and see thousands of dollars worth of books. How long have you been collecting?
>>78162996
Eaglemoss' DC Graphic Novel Collection
It's a fort nightly release here in the UK, reprinting particular arcs as hardcovers that are either out of print entirely, or only available in paperback
>>78170655
while anon may have meant it as a joke, this could be a worthwhile endeavor.
>>78170690
johns?
Buuummmp
I hope dark horse reprints busiek conan in a good format some time soon
>>78171817
it's pretty easy man. don't have kids and don't get married. oh.. and dont have a job that pays dog shit
>>78171710
>scary stories to tell in the dark
those stories are the furthest things from scary, but god damn the illustrations are nightmare material
>>78176288
ya those were such cool books
i still have giant eyeball spider monster image burned into my memory from childhood
bump before going to lunch
I have a question senpai. How are the paperback releases of the two Seven Soldiers collections that were released as "Book One" and "Book Two"? Should I not bother and just track down the hardcovers?
>>78173539
it was meant as a joke yes. but it's a highly profitable venture to say the least. i mean i used to make a wooden bracket thing that you put in hon file cabinets to make it have two snug secure lines for stand up comic storage and it sold for 300 bucks.
>>78179260
interesting... do you have a picture or maybe you could google image search similar one? i'm curious as to what you're talking about, i just can't imagine it.
>>78179985
http://www.stanpikedesigns.com/dsu.htm
https://www.etsy.com/listing/248209184/comic-book-storage-cabinettable-walnut
http://www.allendisplay.com/Comic-Book-Fixture-with-12-Shelves?gdftrk=gdfV21436_a_7c1032_a_7c7871_a_7c3808&gclid=CPvdqueb3MkCFZOBaQodF9sLBg
>>78181572
ooooh ok that makes sense now... you made those? that's really cool... i'm gonna buy a book in the next year on carpentry and shelf building and make some baller ass shelves with my old mans help
>>78156483
How is the Phoenix Wright manga? I've been wanting to read more of Capcom's licensed manga after reading Mega Man Mega/Gigamix.
>>78169024
25 percent off books is out?
What's the code?
>>78181839
i don't make them i do buy them though. when i'm not poor like i am right now.
>>78181945
To use this promotion, you must enter "25OFFBOOK" at checkout under the "Gift cards & promotional codes" section to receive 25% off any ONE (1) book, with a maximum discount of $10.
>>78181945
I think yesterday was the last day, but it doesn't hurt to try
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0957438125?keywords=breakdown%20press&qid=1450127625&ref_=sr_1_3&sr=8-3
Looks like Breakdown Press is expanding their distribution. I'm very happy about that. I've wanted to get their stuff for a while, but the shipping costs were crazy high. Fucking Brits and their strong currency.
>>78182031
ends on the 16th
Daily reminder your wallets gon be hurtin in 2016
*They are reprinting doom patrol -TPBs confirmed but Most likely Deluxe Hardcovers to follow?
*They are reprinting starman omnbuses
*Preacher Absolutes
*Sandman Mystery Theatre (format unknown amazon lists price at $30?)
*Claremont Uncanny X-Men Vol 1 Omni - reprint incomming
*Goon Library Editions are in full swing
*Kabuki Library Editions too
*Perez Wonder Woman Omni Vol 2
*guardians of the galaxy omni
*gotham Central Omni
*Black Science Deluxe*
*Lock N Key Master Editions
*Superior Foes Omni
*Daredevil, companion, and Elektra reprints
*Batman by Neal Adams Omni
*Deadpool classic Omni
*AOA Omni reprint
*Johns' GL Omni vol 3
*The Flash by Geoff Johns Book 2 Paperback – May 24, 2016
>>78186527
this was copypastad from an earlier thread. the sandman mystery theatre is a paperback we thinks due to price
>>78186749
Might want to add this one as well...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1401263259/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1401263259&linkCode=as2&tag=collectededitions-20
>>78187311
thats fucking awesome. i was just looking at how horrible the omnibus for this looks and the price tag.. comparing it to the trades. you can buy all the trades for 50 bucks, but this will be such a better alternative!
thanks man! added
>>78187353
as someone who doesnt order online much (no IST) and has never delved into ebaying, im pretty excited for it since i'll just be able to grab it at my lcs, i know the old trades are out there but what a pain in the ass to track them down..
also two larger volumes vs 4 smaller ones is a bit nicer. there was no way i was going to get that giantass omni, i like reading in my comfy chair not at a table. lol.
>>78186527
Don't forget wonder woman earth one
Cerebus reprints
Green arrow, and other DC deluxes
>>78187311
was finna be jelly since I bought the omnibus but 500 page trades?
also saw suicide squad volume 4 and "Legends 30th Anniversary Edition" so yeah there's no way suicide squad isn't getting fully collected. inb4 jinxed it
a lot of good stuff listed on amazon coming out in the future. someone should make a list
>>78186527
http://www.amazon.ca/Lazarus-Second-Collection-Greg-Rucka/dp/1632157225/
>>78160916
I actually haven't read it in over 4 years. Lets see...
Wolverine 42-48, X-Factor 8-9, Cable & Deadpool 30-32, Civil War X-Men 1-4, Blade 5, Civil War files, Civil War: Damage Report.
Looking at this again, it is quite nice. It has a speech "written" by Tony Stark in it as well.
>>78181902
It is light hearted fun. They contain slice of life shorts, as opposed to cases or investigations. There are some localizations, but it explains what they are; which is neat.
>>78187900
It's your fault if they cancel the later Suicide Squad printings
>>78176288
Why kept them all these years. They are amazing works to this day. The "updated" art is nothing compared to the original.
>>78187311
The gods are kind
>>78164587
He kinda looks like Johan Liebert.
Anybody else excited to see that IDW banner on IST only to realize it's a heavy discount on books you don't want?
>>78171695
How is that Batman and the Outsiders Showcase book? I've been interested. Does it have Aparo art?
>>78171719
I Solo worth owning? I like Scott. Allred. Sale. Not sure about who else is in there.
>>78156371
My god. I thought I was looking at my own shelves just then. You have the same colour wall as me and the same kind of shelves with one dedicated to figures.
>>78175921
F me. I have all 3 of these. LOL!!! I should probably stop throwing what money I have at books and more at my kids' future.
>>78171733
Any time I feel bad about my to-read pile, I just have to look at this pic. Thank you, POFG.
>>78172496
Whoa. I gotta look up the contents. They look and sound sweet.
>>78175921
give up junk food, coupon like one of those people from extreme couponing is how i do it.
>>78194144
I have most of the issues from when I was a kid. I love the book. Only issue is that Halo's aura is color oriented so you lose that. And yes, Aparo art. Best DC book I own.
>>78194181
Yes. Lots of good going on in it. Jordi Bernet might be my favorite issue.
>>78178905
Aren't the HCs difficult to find/ expensive? I have them, but thought they were out of print.
>>78186527
I've heard so much about SMT. That was by Seagle, right? What was so good about it?
>>78194265
No problem.
>>78187353
>>78187311
>>78187650
I already own the softcovers x4. So much better than the omni for the extras alone.
>>78194316
Whoa. That's a bold statement about it being the best DC book you own. I heard about the issue with Halo's aura in B&W. It's the only thing preventing me from getting the book. Just doesn't sound like a complete experience if you smell what I'm cookin'.
I mostly collect marvel comics (Carol Danvers is my favorite hero), but I'm thinking about expanding my horizons. What DC comic is good to start with?
>>78194710
I'm not entirely sure why, but Kingdom Come came to mind first.
>>78194710
I realize now I forgot to post my shelf. I've only been collecting for about a year, so forgive my lack of "great" things.
>>78194710
Depends. Is there a specific DC character you like or would like to read some of? Also, what are some favorite stories of yours? If you had to pick, do you prefer better art or better writing? Do you like older or more modern stuff? We need some more info to help you out.
>>78194740
I like KC, but that /may/ not be a great starting point.
>>78194839
Looks like a fun, decent collection for someone new. How did you like Axis? Is that companion book worth owning?
>>78194740
>Kingdom Come
Its not a great entry point and I honestly think its overrated
>>78194880
You're probably right.
>>78194710
Try Superman: Red Son. I got a number of my non-comic book reading friends to read that and they all enjoyed it. It is out of continuity but oh so damn good.
>>78194839
You've got Sandman, and more commitment to owning trades than me (I'm looking at the Avengers collection, looks nice all lined up) so that's a nice little collection in my eyes.
Maybe pick up JLA Year One, or the new Batgirl series if you want to expand into DC a bit more.
>>78194839
I see you've got a lot of continuous trades. Are you looking for a new series, or do you want more contained things?
I'm gonna recommend Batman: Long Halloween as Batman is a good entry character and The Long Halloween is a self contained story which is better if your just looking to dip your feet in the water.
Also here's the /co/ recs wiki, though i'm not sure when it was last updated
>http://recommendations.wikia.com/wiki/Category:/co/_-_Comics_%26_Cartoons
>>78194886
Axis was interesting; I actually liked the companion book better than the event itself, I think. Axis was kind of a clusterfuck of action and trying to shoehorn in all the inversion bullshit at the same time, but the companion book is just a bunch of short stories expanding on how all the characters actually *live* in the new enviroment. Only four issues, with two stories each, but a nice little collection.
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>>78194989
Thanks for the recommendations. I'll at least flip through a trade of each of those, probably buy at least one or two.
>>78194880
I'm interested in the Batman side characters for one, but I really don't know much about the expanded universe. As far as favorite stories, I really liked Captain Marvel IN SPACE and Iron Man IN SPACE, so I was considering Green Lantern as a possible starting point (because SPACE). In general I go with writing over art, although the Edmondson/Noto run of Black Widow was, quite simply, beautiful. I mostly go for new stuff as that's easier to find, the old things I do have are mostly just kinda silly.
>>78195161
I like series more than single stories, as generally if I like what I read I'm gonna want to get as much of the same as I can.
>>78194336
They're priced ok on IST and Amazon (though it would be a marketplace purchase there). I was mostly wondering about the binding but I guess it's not too much of a price different regardless so I should get off my ass and get the hcs while I can.
>>78194572
For me it is. I grew up reading those books over and over. I couldn't give 2 shits about most other DC, but Batman and the Outsiders was one of my favorite books growing up, almost on the same level as Ghost Rider. Since this was the only collection I was ever going to find without binding my own books, I had to buy it.
>>78194710
The aforementioned Batman and the Outsiders doesn't require too much knowledge going in. You could always check out Wonder Woman, Swamp Thing and Animal Man from the Nu52 line. I fucking loved Crisis on Infinite Earths, but as little as I read of DC growing up I had enough knowledge of the stories to keep up. Same with JLA/Avengers.
>>78194880
Kingdom Come actually got me back into active collecting back in 2004. A friend said he loved it and I would at least dig the art. Picked up a copy at St. Mark's Comics and haven't looked back. It took me a while to really rev up and find something outside of the generic stuff like that and House of M, but they helped revive my love for the medium after going nearly a decade just rereading my old longbox material.
I love all of the Rucka love DC will be giving his work throughout 2016, just looking at the slate of future collections. The question becomes, do I sell my Rucka Wonder Woman trades, my Puckett Batgirl trades, and my Morrison/Milllar trades to make room for these new editions? I want to know what the paper quality will be like. And the extras, if any. Binding?
