DC Rebirth

TheDoc

Didn't see a thread or a mention about it here.

Watched the announcement there over the weekend, and think this will be the perfect timing for me to get into buying single issues, and setup a pull list with my go to comic shop.

Will probably still continue with buying TPB's catching up on the stories I am already reading, but it's clearly the next step I need to take in my Comic book adventure, the daunting task of buying singles

Nervous Wreck

Tbh, the only Rebirth title that has me excited is All-Star Batman. Scott Snyder fully gets Batman and has done an unreal job so far. The prospect of him tackling more of the classic villains, especially with the cadre of amazing artists he has on board, is really exciting.

I'm definitely intrigued by the main Batman series because Tom King's current run on The Vision is one of Marvel's strongest comics at the moment. If he can replicate that sort of quality with Batman and Batman Rebirth, then DC have something special on their hands.

For the rest, so much of DC's output has been so drab of late that I'm just not arsed. That said, the €2.99 price point will definitely encourage me to give a few #1s a try, in case there's anything good in there. Batgirl, Superman and possibly Green Arrow will be things I'll check out.

TheDoc

Yeah I guess on DC die of things, I've only really touched of New 52 Batman and Justice League. So its kind of a perfect opportunity for me to get into singles, at #1.

I'm normally buying TPB's at €80-100 euro a month, so being able to focus in on keeping current with singles will be nice, and keeping up maybe one or two of the series I'm working through. Like while it was worth the wait, I'd to wait like 6 months for Endgame in soft cover, and I'll be waiting another six-seven months for volume 8, even though Hardcover, it's coming out shortly, or is already out.

Delirium

Have been reading a variety of characters in trades and decided to take a chance on some of the Rebirth titles.

Put in an order for all star Batman, Batgirl, Trinity, Supergirl, Superwoman and New Superman.

TheDoc

Delirium wrote: »

Have been reading a variety of characters in trades and decided to take a chance on some of the Rebirth titles.

Put in an order for all star Batman, Batgirl, Trinity, Supergirl, Superwoman and New Superman.

Yeah I setup a Pull List for the first time yesterday, I'm starting off with All Star Batman, Batman, Flash and Superman.

dunworth1

Where's the best place to order these online?

Ideally I'd like a sub type thing so it just arrives

TheDoc

dunworth1 wrote: »

Where's the best place to order these online?

Ideally I'd like a sub type thing so it just arrives

Online as in digital copies, or you want the physical copies delivered?

For online I don't know, probably DC's own platform, or Comixology.

For retailers, I guess most Comic shops will setup a pull list and post? I know Big Bang do.

dunworth1

TheDoc wrote: »

Online as in digital copies, or you want the physical copies delivered?

For online I don't know, probably DC's own platform, or Comixology.

For retailers, I guess most Comic shops will setup a pull list and post? I know Big Bang do.

physical copies not really a fan of reading comics on a screen its just not the same.

i'll have a look at big bang thanks

Nervous Wreck

Big Bang gets my vote again.

dunworth1

Nervous Wreck wrote:

Big Bang gets my vote again.

Was looking they don't have a website.

So probably not a option for me since I'm in limerick

Nervous Wreck

dunworth1 wrote: »

Was looking they don't have a website.

So probably not a option for me since I'm in limerick

If you email them at info@thebigbang.ie they'll get you sorted. They deliver worldwide; also all their comics are dollar price, so they're cheaper than most other Irish comic shops!

TheDoc

dunworth1 wrote: »

Was looking they don't have a website.

So probably not a option for me since I'm in limerick

Have to say the lack of website is criminal in 2016.

Granted I pay a visit in there once a month and pick up some stuff, I'm a freak for an impulse buy. And it's all being going through Book Depository at the moment.

I got an e-mail this morning notifying my first DC Rebirth title was in and ready for collection(Think its the oneshot setting up the thing) and while I'm there will probably grab a few bits.

but the lack of website is weird.

dunworth1

Nervous Wreck wrote: »

If you email them at info@thebigbang.ie they'll get you sorted. They deliver worldwide; also all their comics are dollar price, so they're cheaper than most other Irish comic shops!

thanks ive fired them an email

Nervous Wreck

TheDoc wrote: »

Have to say the lack of website is criminal in 2016.

Granted I pay a visit in there once a month and pick up some stuff, I'm a freak for an impulse buy. And it's all being going through Book Depository at the moment.

I got an e-mail this morning notifying my first DC Rebirth title was in and ready for collection(Think its the oneshot setting up the thing) and while I'm there will probably grab a few bits.

but the lack of website is weird.

I'm the opposite. At this point with social media being the main point of interaction that most businesses use, I find most business websites to be tedious and unengaging. For a (comic) book store, the only positive I could see is being able to view stock (which is unrealistic for an independent store) or ordering online. Tbh, for an independent store like TBB, I'm much happier their resources are spent giving amazing customer service instore as well as organising all the cool events they do than for them to put effort into maintaining a website that wouldn't really add to the customer experience.

McLoughlin

Asgard Comics in Wexford now have a website for online purchasing and so does Hidden Treasure Comics in Dublin

http://asgardcomics.ie/

https://htcomicsdublin.com/

dunworth1

Cheers lads got sorted with the lads in the big bang.

Have my first one already in the post

Nervous Wreck

dunworth1 wrote: »

Cheers lads got sorted with the lads in the big bang.

Have my first one already in the post

DC Rebirth #1? I'm halfway through it at the moment. I'm not really a Geoff Johns fan but I'm actually quite enjoying this.

What other books did you put on your list?

dunworth1

Nervous Wreck wrote:

What other books did you put on your list?

Yep rebirth #1


I've started with the following

Batman: Rebirth
Justice Leauge: Rebirth
Superman: Rebirth
The Flash: Rebirth
Green Arrow: Rebirth

Nervous Wreck

Rebirth#1 was good! Actually a really solid jumping on point for new readers, which is a smart move. I can't remember what I've subbed for...

dunworth1

Nervous Wreck wrote:

Rebirth#1 was good! Actually a really solid jumping on point for new readers, which is a smart move. I can't remember what I've subbed for...

Finished reading it just now very good indeed

TheDoc

Nervous Wreck wrote: »

Rebirth#1 was good! Actually a really solid jumping on point for new readers, which is a smart move. I can't remember what I've subbed for...

I definitely enjoyed it, definitely confused

As someone who really only read Batman from the 52, there is a lot of stuff and people in this that I was all over the place

Nervous Wreck

TheDoc wrote: »

I definitely enjoyed it, definitely confused

As someone who really only read Batman from the 52, there is a lot of stuff and people in this that I was all over the place

Sometimes with these reboot type things, it's better to just dive in and ride it out; you'll enjoy Rebirth regardless I reckon, they'll fill in the blanks as they go!

TheDoc

Was going to wait once a month to head into TBB and pickup all my singles, but seeing the twitter spam this morning the hype has got me.

Dropped of an email to enquire about postage options to get them sent as early as possible

Think I'll also ask them to invoice me for Green Lantern #1 and green Arrow #1. ****it might as well grab all the #1's as something might tickle my fancy. Pretty much caught up to date on all my TPB's so I find my money can go on lots and lots of singles

Nervous Wreck

TheDoc wrote: »

Was going to wait once a month to head into TBB and pickup all my singles, but seeing the twitter spam this morning the hype has got me.

Dropped of an email to enquire about postage options to get them sent as early as possible

Think I'll also ask them to invoice me for Green Lantern #1 and green Arrow #1. ****it might as well grab all the #1's as something might tickle my fancy. Pretty much caught up to date on all my TPB's so I find my money can go on lots and lots of singles

THIS is what DC is doing right. People are saying "fcuk it, I'll take a punt on #1; it's only €2.99!" If the books are good quality, they're set. I'm gonna buy most of the #1s as well cos fcuk it!

A couple of years ago, when Marvel was barrelling out new series left and right, Big Bang made the very savvy move of charging only €2 for every #1. I ended up subbing to so many series that I would have completely missed. Rebirth is DC's chance to have the same effect, I reckon.

James Howlett

For all the heat DC are getting about another reboot, jumping on points are needed every few years. I sorta skipped jumping onto the New 52 after a bad investment in some of their previous events. Bad timing on my part. I'd be quite happy with full runs of the New 52 Batman, Justice League and a few others. Instead, I have full runs of 52 and Countdown and Final Crisis... including most of the tie-ins..... ah well.

star_barbie

I read Geoff Johns' DC Rebirth #1 this week, which despite never having read any of The Flash, or read Flashpoint, I still liked. Then I got to the end and OMG. So eager to see how this resolves over the coming couple of years (apparently). I presume it'll be teased out in Justice League? I wonder where else they'll allude to it.

Excited about Batman (although not about David Finch on art really because of his work on Wonder Woman), Wonder Woman (great team!), All-Star Batman (although a roster of artists sometimes feels weird to me, there's no constant aesthetic to a character), Detective Comics (because Batwoman back!), and the Batgirl books.

Green Arrow meant to be amazing, also Superwoman is something I'd like to read.

But yeah, as you all said, the lower price point is going to make me read an awful lot of them at the start!!

TheDoc

Got my delivery this morning of Flash, Superman and Batman. Also put myself down to Green Arrow when it restocks.

As mentioned above, the low price point makes it a no brainer for me to try some things out. I've been predominantly buying Trades since I first got into comics last year, so thats buying 4-6 trades a month for €15-20 a pop.

All of a sudden I'm finished most of the series I've been reading, so my put aside $$$ for comics, can get me volume wise, a LOT of singles.

dunworth1

TheDoc wrote: »

Got my delivery this morning of Flash, Superman and Batman. Also put myself down to Green Arrow when it restocks.

As mentioned above, the low price point makes it a no brainer for me to try some things out. I've been predominantly buying Trades since I first got into comics last year, so thats buying 4-6 trades a month for €15-20 a pop.

All of a sudden I'm finished most of the series I've been reading, so my put aside $$$ for comics, can get me volume wise, a LOT of singles.

they have certainly hit a sweet spot for me with the price point anyway.

dunworth1

Just finished batman #1 interesting story

star_barbie

STILL haven't read any beyond the initial one shot by Geoff Johns, I think I'm kind of saving them up.

Nervous Wreck

star_barbie wrote: »

STILL haven't read any beyond the initial one shot by Geoff Johns, I think I'm kind of saving them up.

Not a bad idea. I reckon I'm gonna get trades for the most part tbh.

dunworth1

finished superman 1,flash 1 and arrow 1 tonight enjoyed them

now onto my 52 vol 1

TheDoc

dunworth1 wrote: »

finished superman 1,flash 1 and arrow 1 tonight enjoyed them

now onto my 52 vol 1

I threw Green arrow onto my pull list when it comes back in stock.

At the moment I'm subscribed to :

Superman
Batman
Flash
Action Comics
Detective Comics
All Star Batman
Justice League
Green Arrow

Nervous Wreck

First issue of Justice League was decent enough. I'll read the first arc anyway.

CastorTroy

Read the new Suicide Squad. Obviously going for the movie look. Harley is blonde with coloured tips like the movie, they brought back

Rick Flag

and then Waller is no longer the thin model like version. I suppose it's a way to pick up new readers based on the movie.

Nervous Wreck

CastorTroy wrote: »

Read the new Suicide Squad. Obviously going for the movie look. Harley is blonde with coloured tips like the movie, they brought back

Rick Flag

and then Waller is no longer the thin model like version. I suppose it's a way to pick up new readers based on the movie.

Was it any good?

dunworth1

ive been a bit busy so i'm only catching up but i'm really liking the batman and superman story

the gotham twins are interesting

CastorTroy

Nervous Wreck wrote: »

Was it any good?

Not a lot happened. Was pretty much just setting it up for the new team. Will try the next couple issues at least

star_barbie

Finally got through my pile (apart from Wonder Woman)!

Loved Green Arrow, Nightwing, Detective Comics (I'm just glad Batwoman is back - characterisation of one character kinda threw me). Really liked how Batman started... then by #4 I had some doubts about 'stuff'. Batgirl and the Birds of Prey was pretty decent, love how Dinah was drawn, occasionally less mad about Barbara. Read Batgirl and liked it well enough, quite like how those two books slot together as well.

CastorTroy

One thing I don't like about Detective Comics is how often Stephanie uncovers her face, no matter where they are. while everyone else stays masked.
Then again, her name is Spoiler

TheDoc

These are coming thick and fast at me, serious backlog developing!

PRetty much enjoying everything I'm reading. Didn't think I'd be into Green Arrow, but very much enjoying it.

James Howlett

I picked up Suicide Squad Rebirth at DCC on Sunday, purely out of interest arising form seeing the movie on Saturday. Not a particularly great issue, just set up but I'll give it a few issues to see how it goes.

IamMetaldave

I've been buying the combined novels for years and doing bulk buys of singles, but with this rebirth I have set up a pull list up in Big Bang. Looking forward to getting through them this way.

star_barbie

Did anyone read Superwoman - thoughts??

CHOPSK

Batman rebirth is looking good so far, I like the way King is toying with Batmans mortality/ vulnerability (compared to other Super heroes).

I've picked up Superman, All star Batman and Aquaman, I haven't read them yet up hopefully they are decent.

Nervous Wreck

CHOPSK wrote: »

Batman rebirth is looking good so far, I like the way King is toying with Batmans mortality/ vulnerability (compared to other Super heroes).

I've picked up Superman, All star Batman and Aquaman, I haven't read them yet up hopefully they are decent.

Agreed about Batman

Superman is really great!

All-Star Batman is the best Rebirth title I've read. I think if te quality remains high, it'll go down as one of the greats.

the baby bull elephant

To add to NW I've really enjoyed Aquaman so far, the last issue lacked a bit of forward momentum but really put

America and Atlantis on the brink of war.

I do have my doubts about a full follow through though.

Other titles really worth reading are Detective Comics, Nightwing, Green Arrow, WW and Action Comics, I've enjoyed pretty much everything from Rebirth so far, some are obviously more enjoyable than others but the only one I have no interest in continuing with is Harley Quinn.

Deathstroke is one to keep an eye on, the Rebirth issue was pretty confusing but Priest is an excellent writer who hasn't written comics for a while and is bringing some real enthusiasm to this project.

CHOPSK

Aquaman seems decent so far. I'm not mad about the art work, it just lacks something.

I received Nightwing in my last post delivery but have yet to read it.

I'll see if I can get my hands on a copy of Deathstroke and check it out.

dunworth1

Spent the day catching up on Rebirth

Out of batman, Superman, flash, and arrow

I'm enjoying the arrow story line the most

I still have 8 comics to read tomorrow to be update with what I have.

Haven't started batman beyond or all star batman yet.

There's so many stories I want but I can't have them all.

I'm a bit interested in the new animal stuff I've seen the ads for a couple
I'm just not sure I can find the time to read more than what I've already subbed to

Nervous Wreck

Wait are you talking about Arrow (the tv show tie-in comic) or Green Arrow...?

dunworth1

Nervous Wreck wrote:

Wait are you talking about Arrow (the tv show tie-in comic) or Green Arrow...?

Green arrow Rebirth.

Didn't realize that there was a TV show tie in version