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Comics Should Be Cheap! (5/8/2013)

By | May 7th, 2013
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Buying comics can be an expensive hobby. A lot of fans simply can’t afford everything they’re interested in, due to rising prices and the over-saturation of the market with superhero titles.

That’s why we’re here. Every week, the Multiversity staff is asked “What would you buy this week if you couldn’t go over $20?” and shares their reasons why, in order to help others who might have similar tastes make their own decisions in buying comics on a budget. Be sure to leave your own picks in the comments!

Vince, King of Turning his CSBCs in Early’s Picks:

Chin Music #1 ($2.99) – Prohibition-era supernatural gangster stuff? I’ve never read anything like that before and with both Steve Niles and Tony Harris on board, I couldn’t be more excited for it!

Batman #20 ($3.99) – Sigh. I guess we’re doing this, huh?

Avengers #11 ($3.99) – The reception of Jonathan Hickman’s “Avengers” has been lukewarm so far, but I’m loving it. Sure, it doesn’t all line up real nicely right now, but I enjoy watching Hickman dart around this high-concept (huge-concept is more like it) threat he’s got Earth’s Mightiest Heroes facing. Between this and “New Avengers”, Hickman is aiming for the stars.

The Rocketeer: Hollywood Horror #4 ($3.99) – This miniseries wasn’t as instantly endearing as Waid and Samnee’s “Cargo of Doom” was, but it’s been a welcome ride just the same. The best thing about the series is all the little Easter Eggs that J. Bone and Roger Langridge have dropped along the way.

Uncanny Avengers #8 ($3.99) – I have mentally re-numbered this series to start at issue #5. They’ve been touched on a little since then, but I feel issues 1-4 were incredibly missable. Between the odd script and P.O.V. choices and art quality that seemed to degrade before your eyes, I had almost cast this series off with record timing. I’m glad I didn’t, because since issue #5, this book has been what I wanted it to be when it was announced. It’s not perfect, but it does have a classic “Avengers” feel and I feel much better about having it on my pull list. Now, anyone want to buy my set of issues #1-4?

Total: $18.95

Walt’s Picks:

12 Reasons to Die #1 ($3.50) – I don’t actually know what this is about. All I know is it is a comic by Ghostface Killah. Oh my goodness yes.

Star Wars #5 ($2.99) – If you can judge a book by its cover, then this issue should primarily center on Han and Chewy. Wood’s Leia is the star of the book, but his Han is a blast to read. Now that we know that (the very talented) Ryan Kelly is soon to replace Carlos D’Anda, it’s time to appreciate this very underrated artist even more. Of course, it’s possible he’ll be back, but who knows how much longer this series will last.

Chin Music #1 ($2.99) – Steve Niles is one of those writers who is always worth checking out, and Tony Harris is as super talented as he is super misogynistic. I can get why you would skip a Harris book after the whole fake geek girl thing, but I doubt this won’t be great.

Suicide Squad #20 ($2.99) – How did this last twenty issues? Whatever the answer, at least Ales Kot is on board now. I wasn’t as crazy about “Change” as some people were, but Kot does have that kind of unique, daring style that could very well make him Comics’ Next Big Thing ™. I’ll at least check this issue out.

Total: $12.47 – I hate comics.

Brian’s Picks:

Creepy Comics #12 ($4.99) – Just peep the partial list of talent on this issue of the horror anthology “Creepy Comics:” Richard Corbin, John Arcudi, Ron Marz, Peter Bagge, Julian Totino Tedesco. $5 might seem steep, but with talent like that, plus a Corbin cover, it is practically a steal. C’mon.

Justice League of America #3 ($3.99) – I expected to enjoy the first few issues of this series more than I did, but the line-up on the team is pretty in tune with my tastes as a DC fan, so I’ll stick with it for the short term. Anyone want to place a bet to see how long before David Finch needs a fill in artist?

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Chin Music #1 ($2.99) – Despite being a shitty misogynist on the internet, Tony Harris remains one of my favorite artists out there. This looks too good to avoid.

Avengers #11 ($3.99) – I recently took an afternoon and re-read the entirety of Hickman’s Avengers work, and came away really enthused about this book again. Mike Deodato isn’t my favorite artist working today, but his style suits the book well. Still waiting for Jerome Opena to return, and I get the feeling I’ll be waiting for a while.

Harbinger #12 ($3.99) – People who aren’t reading this book are really missing out. If it was a buck cheaper, it’d be damn near perfect.

Total: $19.95

Austrian David’s Picks:

Suicide Squad #20 ($2.99) – I love Ales Kot. Spoiler alert for this year’s Year In Review, but “Change” is going to top as many of my categories as possible. So it’s honestly his name being attached to this title which I would otherwise have ignored that I’m checking it out. Don’t let me down, Ales.

Fearless Defenders #4 ($2.99) – PLEASE START TO BE GOOD, I’M BEGGING YOU.

Thor: God Of Thunder #8 ($3.99) – Is there much more to be said? This is one of the most consistently strongest titles of the Marvel NOW!

Star Wars #5 ($2.99) – Thank you, Brian Wood for rekindling my undying love for Star Wars. It’s just what I needed.

Wolverine #3 ($3.99) – This is the make or break issue. I can’t handle another overwhelmingly mediocre Wolverine title.

Total: $16.95

Drew’s Picks:

X #1 ($2.99) – The three-part opening from “Dark Horse Presents”, later collected as “X” #0, was superb. As unlikely as it seems, this is an easy recommendation for fans of either Ennis OR Rucka’s “Punisher” runs. It combines violence with the force-of-nature quality found in characters who aren’t really the stars of their self-titled books. This is sure to be a great hit, so get in now.

12 Reasons to Die #1 ($3.50) – I’m really on the fence about this, and in a heavier week it may not have made the cut. There are some big names attached, but that doesn’t always guarantee quality. Still, I think every reader should try at least one of the new Black Mask books.

Creepy Comics #12 ($4.99) – I’m an anthology fan, and I’m a Dark Horse fan, and I’m a fan of off-kilter stories. I was sold on this from the word “go.”

Threshold #5 ($3.99) – Giffen is a master of cosmic stories no matter what universe he’s working in, and this book has been no different. He’s putting in the extra effort to earn that extra dollar by cramming each issue with loads of story. I wouldn’t call this the best book on the shelf, but it’s definitely above average.

Justice League of America #3 ($3.99) – The main story isn’t doing much for me, but I’ll gladly wade through it to get the back-up story penned by Matt Kindt.

Total: $19.46

Alternate pick: Archaia’s putting out a hardcover this week called “Strange Attractors.” It’s a smart book worth every penny.

Matt’s Picks:

Chin Music #1 ($2.99) – Steve Fucking Niles and Tony Fucking Harris. This is obviously one of the main picks of the week.

Uber #1 ($3.99) – I was a little lukewarm on the zero issue, but I’m looking forward to the “real first issue” of the series, the one that Gillen wrote closer to his current writing habits as opposed to an issue he wrote year ago that was finally being released. My ultimate point being I’ll buy anything Kieron Gillen writes.

Prophet #35 ($3.99) – It’s back! Finally. I’ve been missing this book.

Suicide Squad #20 ($2.99) – Ales Kot on a DC book? … yeah, ok, I’ll try it.

Star Wars #5 ($2.99) – I keep forgetting how good this book is. This year’s Free Comic Book Day Darth Vader/Boba Fett team-up reminded me. Don’t miss out.

Total: $16.95

Michelle’s Picks:

Storm Dogs #5 ($3.50) – I can’t be the only dedicated fan of this little SF series. It’s almost over, so there probably won’t be any jumping on now, but have a look through if you haven’t checked it out yet. There’s something to be said for grounded character development AND really cool looking aliens together in one series.

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Thor: God of Thunder #8 ($3.99) – Why is this series so big and epic and consistently good you guys? It’s not fair!

Chin Music #1 ($2.99) – Man, I am so not sold on the title of this one, but Prohibition-era demonic goodness? Sign me up!

Creepy #12 ($4.99) – It’s always a good idea to make a visit to Uncle Creepy – there’s so much variety to be found in any given issue, not to mention a good helping of scary.

Uber #1 ($3.99) – Alternate history of World War II, and it’s by Kieron Gillen? Sure, I’ll bite.

Total: $19.46


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