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[Erik, Moderator]

BTW, are the revised and expandeds getting reprints? Vol 1 is great quality IMO

[Relstuart, Mod+]

Erik wrote: "Currently reading that elephantmen . . . Loving it."

I've been curious about this series. =)

[Relstuart, Mod+]

Books expected to drop on IST/in comic book stores today:



Alien Omnibus Vol 1 (Marvel, 2 covers)
American Comic Book Chronicles HC 1950s
Avengers: A Traitor Walks Among Us Epic Collection TPB
Beastars TPB vol 12 (manga)
Cells at Work Code Black TPB vol 7 (manga)
Dreaming Eagles TPB vol 1 by Garth Ennis (Aftershock)
Drifting Dragons TPB vol 8 (manga)
Ghost Rider Robby Reyes Complete Collection TPB
Hells Paradise Jigokuraku TPB vol 8 (manga)
Homesick Pilots TPB vol 1 (Image)
Invisible Kingdom TPB vol 3 (Dark Horse)
Ka-Zar the Savage Omnibus (2 covers)
La Mano del Destino TPB (Image)
Levius Est TPB vol 8 (manga)
Marvel Masterworks Brother Voodoo vol 1 (2 covers)
Marvel Masterworks Incredible Hulk vol 15 (2 covers)
Neil Gaiman Library Edition HC vol 3 (Dark Horse)
No Guns Life TPB vol 10 (manga)
Prince Valiant HC vol 23 (Fantagraphics)
Shazam the Worlds Mightest Mortal HC vol 3
Sunstone TPB vol 7 (Image)
Unearth TPB vol 2 (Image)
Venombus Omnibus vol 1 (DM cover reprint)
We Live TPB (Aftershock)*
X-O Manowar TPB vol 1 (Valiant)




Description for We Live:
"The year is 2084 and the world has changed. Wracked by calamities and crawling with monsters, the last remaining humans face a dangerous existence. And now, the Earth has been sent a message from the deepest reaches of space – a dark countdown to the extinction of all humanity. But there is hope! Five thousand children will be rescued by these mysterious message-senders.

This is the journey of Hototo, one of the lucky five thousand – but only if his teenage sister, Tala, can safely deliver him to the nearest Extraction Beacon before time runs out.

WE LIVE is a world of violence and beauty, a unique tale of the apocalypse as told by Inaki Miranda (Catwoman, Batman Beyond) and Roy Miranda, that invites both dread and hope."

[Darth Bane]

Aliens DM is coming from TOW. I’ll pick up Shazam next week when BPRD drops.

[Blindzider, Moderator]

I went ahead and ordered the Ka-Zar omnibus.

[J]

Blindzider wrote: "I went ahead and ordered the Ka-Zar omnibus."

I got it, too. That was a fun series when I was a kid.

[Relstuart, Mod+]

Got caught up with work and not seeing several books I wanted as available (Hells Paradise 8, Levius Est 8, & No Guns Life 10). Looks like the coming soon entries are still there so maybe they didn't get released on IST today.

[Relstuart, Mod+]

Went ahead and ordered the Neil Gaiman Library Editions volume 2 and 3 along with the Elephantmen Mammoth TPB vol 1 to check the series out. I've had that volume in my wishlist on IST for well over a year. =)

[Blindzider, Moderator]

Joseph wrote: "Blindzider wrote: "I went ahead and ordered the Ka-Zar omnibus."

I got it, too. That was a fun series when I was a kid."

I've actually never read it, eyed the MMWs for awhile, so I'm happy to see the omnibus. I never "got" the whole Tarzan thing, but to be fair, never read or saw some of the original stuff.

If you are interested, there was a modern Ka-Zar series written by Waid and drawn by one of the Kubert brothers, Andy I believe. The art is beautiful, but can't recall how good the stories were (it got cancelled relatively quickly.)

[Ryan]

I just ordered the Aliens Original Years Vol 1 Omnibus DM cover. Basically FOMO got the best of me after I saw Omar talking about how much fun he had reading it, and I’m a big fan of the first two movies. Never read this material before though.

[Darth Bane]

Ryan wrote: "I just ordered the Aliens Original Years Vol 1 Omnibus DM cover. Basically FOMO got the best of me after I saw Omar talking about how much fun he had reading it, and I’m a big fan of the first two ..."

A lot of it holds up well honestly. I have read EVERY Alien and Predator book, and the early aliens stuff is amongst the best. If you are interested you can peruse r/LV426 or https://www.avpgalaxy.net for reviews on standout series. It might help you decide if you want to get vol 2 and beyond as well.

[Ozan]

I read some DC vs Predator and Alien.

Batman vs Predator, which was amazing. One of best Batman adventures ever.
Batman and Superman vs Predator and Alien which was meh...

I mean what chace Alien and Predator have against Superman but i got it for the art, Ariel Olivetti's art was amazing and it was only two parts or something, so i got it expecting nothing from the story....

[Alicia]

Add to my list

Superman/Shazam!: First Thunder

[Darth Bane]

First thunder was great! You will enjoy it. It has one of my favorite panels of Superman in it. You will know it when you see it!

[Ryan]

Superman by Tomasi on the way from preorder, maybe my favorite Superman run.

Today I ordered from IST:

Hulk by Peter David Vol 3 DM cover
Death or Glory Prestige Edition HC
Chartwell Manor HC

[Nickviola]

I picked up Hulk (David) Vol 3, especially volume 4 is now announced. I got the DM (i think) cover by Gary Frank with Hulk fighting up Doc Ock and juggernaut - I normally dont flip out over covers but its pretty awesome. Will be cool to have all 4 of these in row.

[Blindzider, Moderator]

Ordered Hulk by Peter David V3. Went back and forth on which cover to get but I ended up buying the "blue" cover. Wasn't sure which one was the DM cover either.

Also ordered Blade of the Immortal V2.

[Relstuart, Mod+]

I picked up the Death or Glory hardcover from Remender (DM cover) and a couple manga paperbacks.

[Blindzider, Moderator]

Relstuart wrote: "I picked up the Death or Glory hardcover from Remender (DM cover) and a couple manga paperbacks."

I debated getting Death or Glory. Definitely want to read it, but not sure if I want to buy it.

[Relstuart, Mod+]

Blindzider wrote: "Relstuart wrote: "I picked up the Death or Glory hardcover from Remender (DM cover) and a couple manga paperbacks."

I debated getting Death or Glory. Definitely want to read it, but not sure if I ..."

I haven't read any of it yet but mostly enjoyed Remender's stories the last few years so thought I'd give it a shot. Hopefully I'll like it. =)

[Alicia]

Darth Bane wrote: "First thunder was great! You will enjoy it. It has one of my favorite panels of Superman in it. You will know it when you see it!"

Thank you.

[Alicia]

Darth Bane wrote: "First thunder was great! You will enjoy it. It has one of my favorite panels of Superman in it. You will know it when you see it!"

😢😢😢😢😭😭😭😭

[Blindzider, Moderator]

Looks like they added the X of Swords issues to the Hickman Omnibus!

https://bleedingcool.com/comics/jonat...

So glad to see this so I don’t have to buy the other omnibus.

[Relstuart, Mod+]

Blindzider wrote: "Looks like they added the X of Swords issues to the Hickman Omnibus!

https://bleedingcool.com/comics/jonat...

So glad to see this so I do..."

Hmmm, the X of Swords OHC has a lot more content for the story though so not sure this has enough content to make the event make sense. X of Swords content is (from Amazon, not reading order):

Collects X of Swords: Creation (2020) #1, X of Swords: Stasis (2020) #1, X of Swords: Destruction (2020) #1, X-Men (2019) #12-15, Excalibur (2019) #13-15, Marauders (2019) #13-15, X-Force (2019) #13-14, New Mutants (2019) #13, Wolverine (2020) #6-7, Cable (2020) #5-6, Hellions (2020) #5-6, X-Factor (2020) #4.

The full event included four prelude issues and 22 issues plus a handbook issue (so 27 issues). The handbook and prelude issues (Excalibur 12, Marauders 11-12, and Cable #4) were not included in the OHC.

[Blindzider, Moderator]

Relstuart wrote: "Blindzider wrote: "Looks like they added the X of Swords issues to the Hickman Omnibus!

https://bleedingcool.com/comics/jonat...

So glad ..."
True, I won't understand the event, but from a "collecting only the X-Men" series, it's better, because there won't be the gap. I've only read X-Men up to about issue 12 so I'm not sure how linear and self-contained the series is anyway.

[Relstuart, Mod+]

With the effort that went into capturing everything going on in the X-men universe with the Dawn of X/Rein of X trade paperbacks I'm a little sad they aren't doing an omnibus where they actually print the full story in chronological order. That's what folks that do custom binds usually end up doing and it is what Marvel wants people picking up single issues to do. However, they don't facilitate it in their collected editions very well at all.

[Relstuart, Mod+]

Ordered Hellboy Universe Secret Histories HC, Marvels Snapshots OHC, and Elephantmen Mammoth Edition TPB vol 2.

I note The Age of Apocalypse Omnibus is out this week along with Batman The Golden Age Omnibus volume 9: https://www.instocktrades.com/newrele....

[Darth Bane]

I did Hellboy Secret Universe as well!

[Blindzider, Moderator]

I'm probably the only one who hasn't been doing this, but I'm going to have to start thoroughly inspecting my books when they arrive. My Ka-Zar omnibus arrived last week and one of the corners was damaged as if it had been dropped before it was packaged in the box. (Returning and getting a replacement.)

Last night I pulled out a book that I had received a couple weeks ago and noticed it also had damaged corners at both the top and bottom.

Both of these were from IST. They did offer a discount on the Ka-Zar if I kept it.

Be sure to inspect your books when they arrive!

[J]

I had one of my larger orders from IST arrive last week and a book was missing. No problem getting it replaced, but always good to check your packing slip, too!

[Hamza]

Just recently got the Thor by Walter Simonson Omnibus. It was a good deal from an Amazon Marketplace seller, so I almost thought it was too good to be true when the order didn't update for over a week. Sure enough, though, it arrived yesterday, new and sealed as promised!

[Ryan]

Some good Omnis back in stock on IST for anyone in the USA. UXM Vol 4 DM, X-Men Classic, X-Men Grand Design, Infinity War. Just wanted to share with my fellow Omniheads.

[noelbeast]

Ryan wrote: "Some good Omnis back in stock on IST for anyone in the USA. UXM Vol 4 DM, X-Men Classic, X-Men Grand Design, Infinity War. Just wanted to share with my fellow Omniheads."

Based on wording, pretty sure I just spotted you on Reddit. Props on getting the word out in multiple communities to help people!

[Hamza]

Ryan wrote: "Some good Omnis back in stock on IST for anyone in the USA. UXM Vol 4 DM, X-Men Classic, X-Men Grand Design, Infinity War. Just wanted to share with my fellow Omniheads."

Thank you! I'm still trying to decide if I really want the X-Men Classic omni, or if I can just stick with the basic UXM storyline.

[Donovan]

Blindzider wrote: "I'm probably the only one who hasn't been doing this, but I'm going to have to start thoroughly inspecting my books when they arrive. My Ka-Zar omnibus arrived last week and one of the corners was ..."

Probably because I'm a seasoned bookseller but I usually check the corners especially and the spine for damage. Had myTDKR slip case arrive damaged from Amazon, everything else lately has been great.

[Blindzider, Moderator]

Donovan wrote: "Blindzider wrote: "I'm probably the only one who hasn't been doing this, but I'm going to have to start thoroughly inspecting my books when they arrive. My Ka-Zar omnibus arrived last week and one ..."

Yeah, I think I'm so used to the superior packaging I just didn't bother ever looking.

Hamza, I don't know if you've read that Thor by Simonson, but I really enjoyed that, despite not even being a huge Thor fan.

[noelbeast]

Today has been a trip.

Years ago, when I first started collecting X-Men omnis, I set a goal for myself: own all UXM and X-Men vol. 2 issues in collected form, from 1963 onwards (later settled on HoX/PoX until DoX gets some sort of hardcover treatment). Over time I created a buying schedule to keep me on track and fiscally responsible, which I promptly derailed thanks to recommendations from groups like this (no complaints, love it here) and an obsession with graded comics and original artwork.

I’m now at 63 graded comics from CGC & CBCS, despite swearing I’d stop at 50 (I have a problem, promise I’m getting better). My collection has spread into 2 rooms, I’m running out of storage for my omnis, and I've started to severely reconsider future purchases. Today my May 4th IST order arrived at last, and with it the last few trades that finally helped me reach my goal.

I’ve always anticipated this day would be exciting, but truth be told: it feels bittersweet. Paired with news today about eBay and some controversial payment changes, I’ve thinking that’s the end of my seller career, which was an additional blow to my overall mood.

Any way I look at it, today is the definitive start of a new epoch in my comic collecting. I’m not quite sure how I feel about things yet, but wanted to mark the occasion with a post. I’m thinking I’m going to start slowing down considerably with future additions, and at the very least, I’ll continue to enjoy the discussions on here.

[Hamza]

Blindzider wrote: "Hamza, I don't know if you've read that Thor by Simonson, but I really enjoyed that, despite not even being a huge Thor fan."

I actually haven't! I've always thought Thor was an interesting character, but I've never read a complete run of his comics. I'm pretty excited about having this one.

[Darth Bane]

Noel, with the pandemic I have been limiting my purchases until I have read what’s in my inventory. At one point I had read less than 25% of my collection. I’m now at almost 70% and I feel much better. Change is a good thing my friend.

[Ryan]

Yup Noel, that’s me on Reddit too. Just trying to help out the Omni community! Sometimes IST can be very stealth about certain books coming back into stock, and I basically check their site daily, so I figured I’d pass it along whenever a book that’s usually sold out comes back in stock.

Anyone know if there is a way to quote reply using the Goodreads app? I’m always on this board through the app and as far as I can tell, there’s no way to do it. I feel like I’m missing something obvious.

[Blindzider, Moderator]

noelbeast wrote: "Today has been a trip.

Years ago, when I first started collecting X-Men omnis, I set a goal for myself: own all UXM and X-Men vol. 2 issues in collected form, from 1963 onwards (later settled on H..."

Congrats! I can understand the "bittersweetness". Do you have new "goals" now or are you just cutting back?

[Blindzider, Moderator]

Ryan wrote: "Yup Noel, that’s me on Reddit too. Just trying to help out the Omni community! Sometimes IST can be very stealth about certain books coming back into stock, and I basically check their site daily, ..."

I've looked for that quote reply too but I'm pretty sure it doesn't exist. I have lots of issues with the GR app, on many levels. Wish they would spend more time on improving it. I can type much faster (and more accurately) on a full keyboard so I use both desktop and the phone app.

[Relstuart, Mod+]

Noelbeast, congrats on reaching your collecting milestone!

Are you going to do a read through at some point?

I'm not there on the X-men as there are some books I've avoided getting thinking my enjoyment might not be high enough to qualify them/I can't buy everything (specifically the first two omnibus volumes and the classic volume). I'm not sure about the Grand Design omnibus so I put that one off.

[Donovan]

Random but where's the best price on Absolute Swamp Thing? IST?

[J]

Hamza wrote: "Blindzider wrote: "Hamza, I don't know if you've read that Thor by Simonson, but I really enjoyed that, despite not even being a huge Thor fan."

I actually haven't! I've always thought Thor was an..."

I love that run of Thor! Was reading it in monthly format when it came out many years ago.

[noelbeast]

Ryan wrote: "Yup Noel, that’s me on Reddit too. Just trying to help out the Omni community! Sometimes IST can be very stealth about certain books coming back into stock, and I basically check their site daily, ..."

Cool man, and appreciate your dedication! Blind said it above and I agree—the app has its limitations. I’m almost always on my phone, so when I have a long reply or want to quote people, I use the site on my web browser.

Darth Bane wrote: "Noel, with the pandemic I have been limiting my purchases until I have read what’s in my inventory. At one point I had read less than 25% of my collection. I’m now at almost 70% and I feel much bet..."

Change is good, thanks! I go in fits with my reading habits—sometimes it’s several issues in a day, others I get one issue in before bed. Overall I estimate I’ve read roughly 40% of my collection. We’ll see what happens as I get closer to the end, see if I start changing my tune about easing off.

Blindzider wrote: "noelbeast wrote: "Today has been a trip.

Years ago, when I first started collecting X-Men omnis, I set a goal for myself: own all UXM and X-Men vol. 2 issues in collected form, from 1963 onwards (..."

Thanks Blind! New goals: right now just buying new X-omnis as they release, and lately I’ve been buying up high grade blank sketch-cover comics to take with me to future conventions. Part of my graded comics obsession is hunting sketch covers of favorite characters or artists. I just sent off a comic to CGC to get a Marc Silvestri sketch, actually. Not the same as meeting him in person, but man I’ve been chasing an opportunity to get some of his work for a while.

Relstuart wrote: "Noelbeast, congrats on reaching your collecting milestone!

Are you going to do a read through at some point?

I'm not there on the X-men as there are some books I've avoided getting thinking my ..."

Thanks Rel! I’m been doing a read-through for a while, actually! When I was pretty young I had an old MMW of the first 10 issues of X-Men, and I literally read that book to death. I’ve read sporadic stories, like the Dark Phoenix Saga, but since I started collecting omnis, etc., I’ve read continuously from the late 80’s to now in the Messiah Complex era. The tricky part is where to break off and go back to the start, maybe after AvX? There’s some classic stories back there I have knowledge of, read sporadically, but never experienced the whole story line.

In between, there’s definitely been chunks where my enjoyment has been low (cough Chuck Austen cough), but it’s still cool to me to experience the entirety of things, make the obscure connections, etc. I also find it helps me appreciate the good runs even better—too much of a good thing gets boring after awhile, so the “trash” gives me a better sense of variety.

[Ozan]

Just ordered;

All New Wolverine by Tom Taylor Omnibus HC Kubert DM variant.
Wonder Woman War of The Gods Omnibus HC

[Jeff]

DCBS is trying to kill my wallet today... started over $700 before I started deleting things.

[Ryan]

I just took a look at this month’s preorders on DCBS and our wallets are really about to get clobbered by Marvel this month. I’m so glad all these books are coming but I wonder if they wouldn’t benefit from spreading them out just a little bit more?

On top of that, I’m definitely ordering this slipcase edition of Something is Killing the Children. I’m kind of worried that it won’t match future volumes on my shelf but I guess I’ll take that risk.

[Jeff]

Crazy thing about DCBS is it's 50% off... just imagine waiting and buying them retail price when they come out. While it hurts now, it would hurt so much more later..