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I thought I was done being mad about Rise of Arsenal.
May 2, 2011 – 1:56 pm | View Comments

And then I read this shit:
This past Saturday night, at the 15th annual PRISM Awards, DC Comics was honored for their accurate portrayal of mental health/drug issues in two of their titles (Justice League: Rise …

Nightwing 118-122, revisited
April 15, 2011 – 10:26 pm | View Comments

I don’t know what is going on with me, but after Red Hood: The Lost Days, I have kinda-sorta found myself somehow liking Jason Todd.  I know, right?  It’s just, come on:  look at his …

One artist, two portraits
April 4, 2011 – 1:46 pm | View Comments

Many thanks to Greg Horn for illustrating the difference between gorgeous and really fucking offensive.

The answer to all questions is “Fear Itself.”
March 6, 2011 – 4:00 pm | View Comments

I was promised some big reveals in the Marvel: The Next Big Thing panel.  I heard nothing about any upcoming big things.  Basically the answer to every question was “that will be answered in Fear …

Some advice for Con-Nerds
March 6, 2011 – 3:30 pm | View Comments

Two phrases that will get you far in life:  “Excuse me” and “I’m sorry.”
Stop staring at scantily clad cosplayers.  Especially if they are 16 years old.  It’s creepy and gross.  If I can control myself …

My worlds collide!
March 6, 2011 – 2:35 pm | View Comments

Just saw this on Chris Samnee’s twitter:

Amazing.  I wish I had been there to witness this.

Bruce Boxleitner > Everyone
March 6, 2011 – 1:44 pm | View Comments

I am sad to report that the DC programming that I’ve attended has been pretty boring. Yesterday’s DC Universe Q&A was basically just a stream of stereotypical nerds asking stereotypical nerd questions.  The panelists really …

You blew it, people with babies.
March 6, 2011 – 12:24 pm | View Comments

I have to say, I have seen a ton of completed wasted opportunities for Con-going parents to dress up their children.  Look, I’m just saying, right now you can make them wear whatever you want!  …

I’m not made out of money, you know.
March 6, 2011 – 11:15 am | View Comments

Every time I go to a convention, I adhere to a firm budget.  Without this measure, I would no doubt talk myself into an $850 Iron Giant poster.  Or throw 1K down on some Bob …

Day 3 Begins!
March 6, 2011 – 9:55 am | View Comments

I’m heading downtown soon for the last day of ECCC.  I can’t wait to see what horrors and delights await!  Historically, attendance is  lighter on Sunday, so I am looking forward to being able to …