A tragic death at the Xavier Institute reveals a powerful enemy living among the X-Men that they could never have suspected - and no, it's not Magn...
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Jan 15, 2012
Ronyell
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After reading the first volume, “Astonishing X-Men: Gifted,” I just could not wait to read the second volume in this fantastic series, “Astonishing X-Men: Dangerous!” Joss Whedon and John Cassaday has once again woven a truly interesting story that is way more intense than the first and is full of shocking surprises that will leave every X-Men fan shocked for the rest of their lives!
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Flashback:
After reading the first volume, “Astonishing X-Men: Gifted,” I just could not wait to read the second volume in this fantastic series, “Astonishing X-Men: Dangerous!” Joss Whedon and John Cassaday has once again woven a truly interesting story that is way more intense than the first and is full of shocking surprises that will leave every X-Men fan shocked for the rest of their lives!
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Jan 30, 2008
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Mar 03, 2009
Abe
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as i said before, whedon & cassaday's run got a bit dodgy after the first volume. still thrilling and uproariously funny when necessary, but dodgy nonetheless.
the primary problem here (and in the subsequent two volumes of the run) is that whedon's stories don't quite make sense. their hearts are in the right places, but they don't add up.
here, we see a great concept: the x-men have to fight a self-aware danger room (the computer program they've trained with for decades). More...
the primary problem here (and in the subsequent two volumes of the run) is that whedon's stories don't quite make sense. their hearts are in the right places, but they don't add up.
here, we see a great concept: the x-men have to fight a self-aware danger room (the computer program they've trained with for decades). More...
Sep 01, 2009
Kyle
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I've got to say, I'm really disappointed with this story. The last volume of this four volume comic continues the plot of the first, but the middle two are entirely filler. The story itself isn't too great anyway! It's a standard superhero plot (evil aliens are out to destroy the world and only the X-Men can stop them). I can definitely tell that Astonishing X-Men was written by Joss Whedon, though. You can always tell be the clever dialog. The art is fantastic....for the first issue. While I wa
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Oct 21, 2011
Craig
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so, I was an obsessive fan of the x-men for a good many years in my youth. I read every x-title that Marvel published from around 1985 to around 1996 when I just gave up. The reason I quit reading is a long long story for another time, though I am sure that it matches many others....
Fast forward to a few weeks ago. I hear that the x-comics are pretty good and have been for awhile and that Whedon (who I will love forever for Firefly no matter what else he may screw up) had done a s More...
Fast forward to a few weeks ago. I hear that the x-comics are pretty good and have been for awhile and that Whedon (who I will love forever for Firefly no matter what else he may screw up) had done a s More...
Nov 03, 2010
logankstewart
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Volume Two of Astonishing X-Men wasn't as good as the first, but still enjoyable enough. The story continues what was started in Gifted, but only loosely connects back to the events that happened. Instead, the X-Men face a new foe, one that knows all their moves and formations and is extremely powerful.
This collection revealed a bit more about the world outside the mansion. We learn about Genosha and the Professor's whereabouts. We get a little more insight to S.W.O.R.D. and S.H.I. More...
This collection revealed a bit more about the world outside the mansion. We learn about Genosha and the Professor's whereabouts. We get a little more insight to S.W.O.R.D. and S.H.I. More...
Jul 28, 2011
Justin
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More hilarious snark! More fantastic artwork! The second volume of Whedon and Cassaday’s run on Astonishing X-Men is as good as the first in terms of story, characterization, and artwork, though it is perhaps not quite as accessible to new X-Men readers as the first volume. Thankfully, I’ve got enough background knowledge on the X-universe that it didn’t slow me down at all.
This volume breaks away from the story arc established in the first. Ord, the Breakworld, S.W.O.R.D., and the o More...
This volume breaks away from the story arc established in the first. Ord, the Breakworld, S.W.O.R.D., and the o More...
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Aug 11, 2008
Jamie
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This one pretty much lost me at the concept stage. Danger Room grows sentient and attacks? No thanks. I'm kind of surprised how lacking in personality this title is. It seems rather standard for the caliber of people involved--though I know I am pretty well in the wilderness as far as this opinion is concerned. Oh, well, hopefully vol. 3 will be a step up.
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Feb 14, 2010
Lloyd
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So...
Volume two of what is the series that picked up where Grant Morrison's "New X-Men" left off...
And what an astounding volume it is...
Whedon continues to work very well at making these characters human. He also works the plot on many levels as he goes a step further to personify The Danger Room, a training facility that the X-Men have used for years, but now IT WANTS TO KILL THEM!!! That might sound a bit cheesy just reading it here, but the dep More...
Volume two of what is the series that picked up where Grant Morrison's "New X-Men" left off...
And what an astounding volume it is...
Whedon continues to work very well at making these characters human. He also works the plot on many levels as he goes a step further to personify The Danger Room, a training facility that the X-Men have used for years, but now IT WANTS TO KILL THEM!!! That might sound a bit cheesy just reading it here, but the dep More...
Feb 20, 2011
Mike
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I've seen Danger crop up in a few of the recent X comics, but had no idea when or where she came into being. Of all the new characters to be generated since I stopped reading comics in the 80's, I've figured most of them are just throwaway anyway. Thankfully, once in a while not only do I learn about one of them, but the origin actually has some weight behind it - i.e. there's some actual repercussions or permanent change to the x-verse history coming out of it.
That was a satisfying re More...
That was a satisfying re More...
Aug 10, 2011
Joey
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Second volume of Joss Whedon's epic run on the title. Herein we start to see the influence Grant Morrison's ground-breaking New X-Men run had on Whedon (something that comes straight to the forefront in the third volume). Little by little, the X-Men's support structure starts to turn in on itself, beginning with a mysterious death in the Danger Room and ending with a harsh revelation about their former mentor. More great dialogue, unexpected twists, and nostalgic references delivered with humor
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Feb 02, 2012
Sesana
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I know Joss Whedon has his own projects... But couldn't he have just kept writing X-Men forever? He gets the characters, he can set up an interesting plotline, he can write good, even funny dialog... He can even take the Colossus/Shadowcat relationship, which I've never, ever liked, and make me actually kinda like them together. I can't say that I'm entirely thrilled with Danger (a little too late TNG for my taste), but other than that, fantastic. And good art with personality!
Dec 26, 2010
The
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As a lifelong X-Men acolyte I believe Whedon and Cassady's Astonishing run stands alone as THE definitive X-Men story. Whether you've never read an X-Men comic before or you're thinking about growing out your sideburns and changing your name to Logan (I don't recognize the James Howlett's of this world.),you will be able to pick up and enjoy this amazing mix of spot on characterization and flawless art.
Jan 08, 2011
Audrey
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Volume I was better. In Volume II, the Danger Room becomes sentient and tries to destroy the X-Men. The Danger Room's humanoid form looks like a cross between a Na'vi and the robot woman from Metropolis. Meh. There were lots of fight sequences. The art is really great. Finally, I love Colossus. What a dreamboat that Peter Rasputin is. Swoon.
Oct 05, 2010
J.M.
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More of the same greatness as in Vol. 1, "Gifted," but with Colossus and Professor X added into the mix. Also, great villain idea: The Danger Room "personified." Loving it. On to ASTONISHING X-MEN Vol. 3: Torn.
Aug 01, 2011
Maria
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Gosh, I love the sense of humor in this one (not surprising, it's Whedon). Favorite line, "We should just rebuild this place outta Lego". (Wolverine, of course). Then there is the part where several characters are shown pondering deep thoughts as they battle.... flash to Wolverine who is thinking, "I like beer". *chuckles*
Aug 03, 2011
M
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Whedon's second arc breathes new life into the old Danger Room. Programmed to be the X-Men's greatest foe, the room itself has evolved into a deadly new sentient enemy. Whedon continues to be a master at exploring relationship dynamics: young love with Kitty and Colossus, trust issues with Emma and Cyclops, and Logan and Beast each doing what they do best.
Mar 28, 2010
Craig
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I didn't care as much for this volume as the last one. I thought the new villain, "Danger", was kind of lame, although the concept of the X-Men's own Danger Room turning against them is neat in theory (made especially neat by the fact that the Danger Room knows all of their weaknesses and can predict their every move). Still, this just didn't resonate as much for me as the previous volume. However, once again, I loved John Cassaday's artwork, not to mention his tendency to insert ca
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Aug 02, 2011
Chris
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Having become a recent fan of "Firefly" (nearly 10 years after it's 13 episodes aired), I've also been enjoying going back to read Joss Whedon's 24-issue run with "Astonishing X-Men".
So far, the first half of that collection has lived up to the accolades it received in the comic book world.
So far, the first half of that collection has lived up to the accolades it received in the comic book world.
Apr 20, 2007
Catherine
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Joss Whedon writing Kitty Pryde! This was FANTASTIC. If you are a Shadowcat fan you need to be reading this. *********spoiler alerts******* Joss just goes places with these characters that gives them new levels, but are still consistent with their core -- AND I ALWAYS knew something really crazy would have to happen with the Danger Room someday. I love that Joss thought so too and made it happen.
So other fun crazy reasons to read?
Um, Cyclops is actually INTERESTING as written b More...
So other fun crazy reasons to read?
Um, Cyclops is actually INTERESTING as written b More...
Nov 25, 2010
F.
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I just have to wonder: why and when did Cyclops develop a small, puggish head with a weak chin? Joss Whedon brings his brilliance to the joy that is the X-Men, but the art falls short here and there. This is an exciting storyline, but did they really have to make Cyclops ugly?
Feb 02, 2012
William Thomas
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Joss whedon blows Grant Morrison out of the water when it comes to the X books. Grant, you're good at some things, but Joss understands the group from head to toe. This has all of the hallmarks of a classic X-book with a new twist. Just fabulous.
May 18, 2011
Dominic
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Couldn't be more Whedonesque. I often find myself casting Buffy alumn as the Xmen. Sarah Michelle Gellar as Shadowcat. Anthony Stewart Head as Beast. It gets weird when I start hearing James Marsters voice as I read Emma Frost's dialogue...
Sep 02, 2011
Matt
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It's always a nerve-wracking experience reading Whedon bc he's not afraid to kill off beloved characters. But I guess that's the price to pay for tight dialogue and interesting plots and characterizations.
Jul 03, 2010
Justyn
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I enjoyed this volume more than the first. I don't really want to get into spoilers here but I will say some events occur in this volume that will likely color the rest of the series. Also, Kitty Pryde=Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Feb 25, 2009
Mabel
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Jul 24, 2010
Jennifer
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I got a little confused with the plot in this one. Seems like we completely left the trajectory we started on in book 1. It was not as strong but I hung in, because surely things would get better....
May 19, 2009
Todd
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Solid X-men story that plays to a broad audience (not too young and not too mature). Requires a bit of background knowledge of the characters but probably easily to overcome if you read vol. 1.
