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Unpopular Opinion: I like Supergirl's New 52 costume redesign.
- Bare leg looks so much more formidable than a miniskirt. It's more Wonder Woman, less cheerleader. Indeed, in art it's historically been a symbol of female strength.
- It's essentially Power Girl's outfit done up in Superman colors. Heck, it's essentially Robin's traditional outfit.
— Apr 05, 2020 04:30AM
Unpopular Opinion: I like Supergirl's New 52 costume redesign.
- Bare leg looks so much more formidable than a miniskirt. It's more Wonder Woman, less cheerleader. Indeed, in art it's historically been a symbol of female strength.
- It's essentially Power Girl's outfit done up in Superman colors. Heck, it's essentially Robin's traditional outfit.
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Notes:
(1) Kryptonian religion is confusing. It seems monotheistic, as they only worship the sun god Rao. But Kara often says "gods," implying it's polytheistic. So either this is an error, or polytheism went obsolete, but remained a linguistic relic... I guess like Ancient Egypt under Akhenaten.
(2) Kara's a punch-first, think later sort of gal.
— Apr 07, 2020 04:45AM
Notes:
(1) Kryptonian religion is confusing. It seems monotheistic, as they only worship the sun god Rao. But Kara often says "gods," implying it's polytheistic. So either this is an error, or polytheism went obsolete, but remained a linguistic relic... I guess like Ancient Egypt under Akhenaten.
(2) Kara's a punch-first, think later sort of gal.
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Notes:
(1) This is starting off surprisingly well. I'm shocked... likely it's the foreknowledge that the series would eventually be cancelled and its titular character shunted off to a second-tier Justice League.
(2) Supergirl making fun of Superman's Kryptonian accent is something I can relate to, having a less than musical native accent myself.
— Apr 06, 2020 04:30AM
Notes:
(1) This is starting off surprisingly well. I'm shocked... likely it's the foreknowledge that the series would eventually be cancelled and its titular character shunted off to a second-tier Justice League.
(2) Supergirl making fun of Superman's Kryptonian accent is something I can relate to, having a less than musical native accent myself.
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Apr 05, 2020 11:37AM
I've heard people whine about Robin's traditional costume my whole life. At least she isn't wearing pixie boots, I guess.
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Glen wrote: "I've heard people whine about Robin's traditional costume my whole life. At least she isn't wearing pixie boots, I guess."Yeah, Robin had it much worse with the pixie boots, scalloped briefs and Robin Hood color scheme, especially in the '80s. But then, it was successful look that lasted for over 60 years when nearly everyone else changed several times.
As long as she isn’t in that cringeworthy pleated skirt, it’s an improvement in my opinion. I could never take her completely seriously in that thing.
Kenzie wrote: "As long as she isn’t in that cringeworthy pleated skirt, it’s an improvement in my opinion. I could never take her completely seriously in that thing."My point exactly! That's the difference between gymnasts and figure skaters. Gymnasts look like they could wreck you if they wanted! Figure skaters strike fear in no one.
Jayson wrote: "Kenzie wrote: "As long as she isn’t in that cringeworthy pleated skirt, it’s an improvement in my opinion. I could never take her completely seriously in that thing."My point exactly! That's the ..."
I don't know man, several lady professional wrestlers used to be figure skaters.
There was a time when Supergirl changed her costume almost every month. I wouldn't mind going back to something like that. (I preferred the hot pants look!)
Glen wrote: "I don't know man, several lady professional wrestlers used to be figure skaters."Well, I'm sure a number of them used to be accountants too, but it doesn't meant they have to dress like it. Long gone are the days when every pro wrestler seemed like they had a part-time job (police officer, garbage man, barber, etc.) and had to look the part :)
Glen wrote: "There was a time when Supergirl changed her costume almost every month. I wouldn't mind going back to something like that. (I preferred the hot pants look!)"
That could be interesting. Though, one of the markers of a superhero is a standard, identifiable costume. But, in this case, as long as it's suffficiently Superman-esque, I'm sure most styles would pass muster :)
Jayson wrote: "Glen wrote: "I don't know man, several lady professional wrestlers used to be figure skaters."Well, I'm sure a number of them used to be accountants too, but it doesn't meant they have to dress l..."
IIRC, a lot of those costumes were submitted by readers. Probably couldn't do that today due to lawyers. The whole Legion of superheroes used to change costumes all the time, and I think Robin had a few changes here and there as well.
Glen wrote: "IIRC, a lot of those costumes were submitted by readers. Probably couldn't do that today due to lawyers. The whole Legion of superheroes used to change costumes all the time, and I think Robin had ..."Probably the most they could do is fan art in the "Letters Pages" section of each comic, provided they bring that back. I know a number of Image books still have Letters Pages, which I enjoy.
I used to write to letter columns back in the day. Even got a few printed.
Glen wrote: "I used to write to letter columns back in the day. Even got a few printed."Nice! Must have been a thrill. They should really bring that back, if only to readers added incentive to check out the next issue :)
