tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post2788728062576686943..comments2024-03-18T13:07:22.190-04:00Comments on Supergirl Comic Box Commentary: Review: Supergirl Annual #1Anjhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10023193805914075078noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-16321972206145420442017-09-06T18:17:59.645-04:002017-09-06T18:17:59.645-04:00Thanks Aa3on, that makes plenty of sense.
And I ...Thanks Aa3on, that makes plenty of sense. <br /><br />And I see the TV show is giving us a Midvale flashback mystery. Yayyy!Martin Grayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09574149543260175962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-89540801421744639162017-09-02T17:46:54.880-04:002017-09-02T17:46:54.880-04:00"Some Kara Danvers in High School would be gr..."Some Kara Danvers in High School would be greatly appreciated."<br /><br />I'll second that. <br /><br />I don't necessarily want "The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis", but Kara needs a circle of friends she can just "hang out" and be normal with. also, some family time with the Danvers' would be nice. Professor Feetlebaumnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-33456910470945690512017-09-02T16:48:21.888-04:002017-09-02T16:48:21.888-04:00The way I see it , Martin, (and I may be being naï...The way I see it , Martin, (and I may be being naïve here) is that when Kara went through the school floor, Ben helped her, even at risk to himself; he showed faith and he trusted her. Now with all that was going on during Supergirl’s surgery, she remembered what Ben did as a positive thing to hold on to, to distract her mind . Ben still had faith in her as other were losing their's. Supergirl remembered that at the moment of needing to find something positive to think of (as the surgeon asked her to do).<br />I’m sure there may be a deeper meaning that has yet to be revealed; but this is just how I interpreted it. But my brain is weird, so who knows... :)<br />Aaronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10807259990722204859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-19341875141814761302017-09-02T16:30:20.802-04:002017-09-02T16:30:20.802-04:00Thanks for continued comments.
Left my comment on...Thanks for continued comments.<br /><br />Left my comment on your review at Too Dangerous Mart.<br /><br />I don't quite get the Ben image other than she is becoming friends with him and is impressed with his ability to move forward from whatever caused him to leave his family. <br /><br />I am hoping that we get a little dedicated supporting cast time with the characters. In particular, some Kara Danvers in high school pages would be greatly appreciated.Anjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10023193805914075078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-50544969837657699822017-09-02T11:25:21.193-04:002017-09-02T11:25:21.193-04:00Terrific review as ever. I've given my opinion...Terrific review as ever. I've given my opinions elsewhere so I'll just ask a question: what did you reckon to Kara's inspirational 'hang on in there' image being Ben? OK, do she was picturing the moment she was really hanging on, but it seems to be rather overstating his importance to her. Martin Grayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09574149543260175962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-57416482489363930502017-09-02T11:01:49.065-04:002017-09-02T11:01:49.065-04:00I loved this issue. So much was happening. Yet it ...I loved this issue. So much was happening. Yet it still carried the emotional themes of Kara’s compassion; this is why I loved the cliffhanger; it was an emotionally traumatic moment for Supergirl and I felt for her in that moment. I love Steve Orlando’s psychology… It was perfect timing for this showdown; Supergirl is still earning the trust of the people and the Emerald Empress would know that, hence making her job easier to manipulate the citizens of National City (by using and Chase’s own paranoia) against Kara.<br />I think Steve Orlando’s take on Supergirl is the only reason I still read the character. I liked the New 52 but I don’t think I could stomach a similar iteration like that for Kara Zor-El. With my well-documented dislike for the TV show on the CW, Orlando came along at just the right time for me to retain my love for the character. <br />To be honest, I think that annuals have become merely a ‘bonus issue’ for writers to stretch out a little, like a chance to add some seasoning to their stories. <br />I’m loving the Supergirl comics and can’t wait to see what happens in the next issue. A great review, Anj. And thanks, as always, for the platform.<br />Aaronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10807259990722204859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-55822133357016223482017-09-02T03:15:33.849-04:002017-09-02T03:15:33.849-04:00"As I said in my review, I like Annuals to be..."As I said in my review, I like Annuals to be big standalones or the conclusion to a story. So this being a middle chapter is odd."<br /><br />I saw a Batman fan complaining the latest Batgirl Annual wasn't a complete story but the beginning of one.<br /><br />I remember the days when they were big standalone adventures, so I've got why some don't like the change. On the other hand, I'm not annoyed about it or going to downgrade the book themselves because of it.<br /><br />"It says 'new' Fatal Five on the cover and regular readers have been following this group. I do pity the random Legion fan who came here."<br /><br />On the one hand, comics should be accesible and written thinking of new fans. On the other hand, if you start to read a novel in the middle, you can hardly complain about not understanding what is happening; particularly if those plot points were adequately explained in the former chapters you chose to skip.<br /><br />"And the idea of Supergirl being a legend that some army uses for their purposes is fascinating. Interesting."<br /><br />Maybe we're missing the obvious. Emerald Empress talks about Supergirl's legacy and followers. Now, we know some future heroes that were inspired by Supergirl (and her cousin)?<br /><br />Maybe Sarya -or whatever her name is now- is alluding to the Legion. After all, she looked to kill Saturn Girl. Sure, she's describing them like some kind of conquering army... but we know her vision was in fact manipulated. And of course she sees herself like the victim. The good guy. Right like Mekt Ranzz thinks he's been wronged and his little siblings are the bad guys.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-78014794540230605312017-09-01T13:53:37.503-04:002017-09-01T13:53:37.503-04:00Thanks for all the comments.
As I said in my revi...Thanks for all the comments.<br /><br />As I said in my review, I like Annuals to be big standalones or the conclusion to a story. So this being a middle chapter is odd.<br /><br />It says 'new' Fatal Five on the cover and regular readers have been following this group. I do pity the random Legion fan who came here.<br /><br />And the idea of Supergirl being a legend that some army uses for their purposes is fascinating. Interesting.<br /><br />Thanks again!Anjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10023193805914075078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-48245397161724242212017-09-01T12:32:45.648-04:002017-09-01T12:32:45.648-04:00I likd this issue and its tv-series like headlong ...I likd this issue and its tv-series like headlong pace, but agree with the above poster who opines that Annuals ought to be an opportunity for new readers to "parachute in" on character. In the good old days Annuals were eighty page giants with nothing but reprints designed to give a precis' of the characters history, nowadays its little more than a cover blurb. Attacking supergirl's sterling "reputation" is a good start on an evil plan since she is a little more dependent on public goodwill than her cousin, this is a consequence of her "loving the job" as opposed to Kal El's "Being the Job".<br /><br />JFAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-55183158849392245062017-09-01T10:45:37.529-04:002017-09-01T10:45:37.529-04:00Yeah. This isn't a standalone issue. To unders...Yeah. This isn't a standalone issue. To understand how Dr Veritas connects to Supergirl you need to have been along since New 52. For an avid Supergirl reader the back references are a good thing imo. Issues that doesn't build on the past takes place in and builds upon a meaningless world. World building is essential to good storytelling. <br />However the references are tough on new readers. I thought Wonder Woman was completely unreadable trying to start with rebirth and dropped it after some 8 issues. <br /><br />Personally I think this was an ok issue but not great. It lacked any amazing moments and suffers from earlier mistakes. Orlando should never have had Cat/Selena shoot Supergirl. He has painted himself into a corner with that and the why-questions pile up and detracts from everything else.<br /><br />I could argue that Indigo was kept away from the hacking by Empress because she actually believes in good and might not have doctored the footage to be out of context, but that does not explain why the pinnacle of rationality would accept being benched on the hacking duties. <br /><br />B is a fair grade. I think Orlando is working on too many titles and doesn't necessarily give the thought needed into every issue. <br /><br />I really love that the art has picked up though. Then I'm a bit frustrated that Ching went to Garage. Now that series is filled with his half finished faces and drawings instead, and I love the story there. <br /><br />Yeah, I might be a little grumpy too lol. <br /><br />Everything considered though I still have both Supergirl and Gotham City Garage as two of my favorite series right now. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-24942098493166129682017-09-01T10:36:49.742-04:002017-09-01T10:36:49.742-04:00I liked this issue very much. Full of action and c...I liked this issue very much. Full of action and character moments. Maybe it was too story-packed, but I never got the need to go back and reread a scene.<br /><br />I hadn't the impression that Indigo believed she was one of the good guys. I think she was pretending to be one.<br /><br />"Again, I wonder about this as a plot. I suppose psychological warfare is a good way to break down your opponent. But why not just send the Fatal Five en masse to attack Supergirl instead of this chicanery?"<br /><br />Well, Sarya talked about a "Supergirl dynasty" (which I find intriguing. Some Silver Age books featured Klar Ken, Superman XX, implying Superman founded some kind of dynasty. Supergirl also founded one?). My take is she not only wants to kill Supergirl but also wants to ensure no one tries to follow her steps. Magog stated they want to kill her "legend", too.<br /><br />And Supergirl has now real troubles. Her motto is "Hope, compassion and help for all". "All" means "ALL", no merely "people society deems to be deserving of compassion". However, what do you do when you're pitiyng a mass-murderer? And when his victims call you on it?<br /><br />"Initially Cat is just as angry at Supergirl."<br /><br />And thinking the world doesn't need a Supergirl, most likely. Ah, the memories.<br /><br />"We then get a bit of criminal monologuing as the Empress reveals her origins and her dastardly plans to Chase. And there is some stuff to unpack her."<br /><br />So this origin is completely new?<br /><br />"What is weird is that we learn it is Selena who did this to Kara. So why the gun motif? The purple energy?"<br /><br />Good question. Maybe we'll find out why?<br /><br />Anyway, don't you think "Cat" was going a bit meta in that scene? "Supergirl, I've run the numbers and I can't make off money of you. I have no use for you, so I'm killing you." Geez, it sounds familiar.<br /><br />I love how villains are always so self-absorbed. Sarya ever thinks they'll have no reason to fight if she stops committing crimes? Oh, no, no way.<br /><br />I look forward to read the ending.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-7006615250695686182017-09-01T10:20:12.154-04:002017-09-01T10:20:12.154-04:00A good issue in the 1st half of the annual but the...A good issue in the 1st half of the annual but the 2nd half kind of did drag on a bit. Seeing Kara have surgery preformed on her was scary to see and the cliffhanger was ok but not the best. The biggest problem still with this series is Supergirl's supporting cast not being devolved enough like they where in Pre New 52 and it's been that way since Rebirth Supergirl started. Artwork improved but a little damp and story was decent 7.5/10kenkraly2004https://www.blogger.com/profile/15149390094906905733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669531469217423923.post-25382735652468502832017-09-01T08:48:45.556-04:002017-09-01T08:48:45.556-04:00I picked this story up ONLY because it says on the...I picked this story up ONLY because it says on the cover "Attack of the New Fatal Five," and, well, I was sorely disappointed. <br /><br />First of all, the new Fatal Five never actually attacked Supergirl. Brainiac Woman killed (?) Solomon Grundy, who is a giant (?). Faye Dunaway and Magog fight a Kryptonian were-wolf at someplace called The Scabbard. Dean Cain and Helen Slater show up in armor? <br /><br />In other words, this was absolutely not written for somebody who would pick it up because of the cover, ie the random Legion fan. Totally confusing and not at all "inviting" to new fans. I'm not embarrassed to admit that I had no idea what was going on, and after reading this, frankly, I don't much care. I won't be picking up the next issue of Supergirl and to tell you the truth, I want my money back. False advertising!! <br /><br />If anybody wants to read this let me know and I'll give you my digital code. Blech. Russell Burbagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756652514507714383noreply@blogger.com