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DC has an identity problem. They can't go an entire year without dumping a Crisis on the readers and re-writing everything.

Yeah, my comic guy put Absolute Power in my bundle. I work on Wednesdays so I have someone pick up my books for me. It also stops my bad habit of showing up and buying a bunch of trades lol. I read it and was pretty disappointed. I usually just read Supes and Batman from DC. For Marvel, I am also a bit mixed. Spider-Man has been something for sure, but the X-Men has been strong and their reboot has been okay so far. I mean, it's one issue but it has promise. Usually, I go in for weirder small books. I am one of those people who like politics in their books and always felt the complaints about politics wasn't good faith. Good stories are good stories and, while I like fluff, I think superheroes dealing with bigger issues can make things work. Well, usually. Like the last few years of X-Men was good because of its strong political bent, but Marvel did this groan worthy event for teen heroes like 3 years ago that made my eyerolls. So, yeah, boils down if you can make it work. I don't buy stuff for speculation. I buy to read. I try to read all the books but my guy throws in books sometimes and I'm not there to say no so those usually just go straight to the long box. The guy I can tell is struggling and I'm doing well so I never say no. Like, Bloodhunt? He snuck those books in my pile and, man, did I not care about that series. But, I usually dont care for any this speculator stuff. All the big money was in collecting pre-collection mindset stuff from the 60s prior and I don't got a time machine.

I'm with you on Magazine size books - I'm not stocking any new DSTLRY titles for that reason. Most comic buyers don't want to pay $8.99 for a new book.

Elect Jerkboy to "Make DC Great Again!" 😛

Years ago when they started grading comics I said this was bad for the hobby. I saw what grading did to sports cards before the boom and said this isn't good. So much more I would like to say but I'll leave at that.

You can’t retire. I just recently discovered your videos.

I hate when they depower heroes

No, all books that are "woke" suck. I don't want that shit in things I watch or read.

Agree with every damn word!

I think DC has more of a perception problem than a content problem. We are at the point and have been for a few years where a quality DC book doesn’t move the needle. Adam’s Flash-Cancelled, Venditti’s Hawkman-Cancelled, Chip Z’s Batman-Tepid Sales, Warworld-Tepid Sales etc. obviously there is a lot of crap on the line, but does it even matter if the sales aren’t there on quality books? At least marvel can still have a good book pop.

Glad the old man is back to screaming. As for ABSOLUTE POWER, I feel that part of the issue is that it's not a completely new idea. It's not the first time Amanda Waller has taken it in her mind to somehow put an end to superheroes. It's also not the first storyline where some form of authority has decreed that superheroes (or vigilantes) need to be outlawed. It's just a tired idea, and I'm not convinced that marketing the idea more/better would have made it any less of a tired idea. To your point about Marvel, I have been a Marvel fanboy for 50-something yrs... And yeah, I would agree that Marvel has generated a bit of excitement with its ULTIMATE Spider-Man, but that's after years of running its flagship AMAZING SPIDER-MAN title into the ground, then pissing on the grave with endless Spider-Verse, VenomVerse, CarnageVerse and GwenVerse idiocy. Overall, I think the Big Two are trying to generate new buzz, but they just don't have the most capable or creative writers, IMO. And I think part of it is dedication. You hit it on the nose when you talked about getting writers/creators to commit to a 2-year run on a title. If writers/creators don't really care about what they're doing and are just there for a check, it will definitely reflect on the flat crap they turn out monthly. I believe all the suggestions you have for improving DC also apply to Marvel. In regard to the cover variants causing a glut in the number of unsold regular covers, I couldn't agree more. Variant covers, 1-in-25s and 1-in-50s or whatever might be quick money-grabs in the short term, but I don't know if they're worth it in the long term; probably not if it results in a leftover overstock of regular covers. In regard to running the comic shop, I would say that you know your subscribers and regular customers better than anyone else because they're YOUR customers, so order your stuff as tightly to the vest as you feasibly can. Definitely no need to be stuck with hundreds or thousands of comics that haven't a prayer of selling. That's my two cents on these topics.

I feel that an artist using AI to cheat is not good because me a consumer is shelling out 4.99 - 6.99 per book, i dont get to "cheat" by paying less. I dont see why an established artist would agree to the rate only to cheat. Its like a mechanic quoting you for OEM parts but actually using 3rd party nockoffs. More money in their pockets but your left paying for cheap parts.

To me absolute power #1 was good but not great. I believe its due to the plot, it feels like it just feels repetitive. Villains know batmans secrets on how to take down the league and Amanda Waller twisting the nerative.

Sure, they will hire you. Where should they send the $5 a month they pay?

Was the person who you think should be made "head of new talent" the famous Karen Berger? I remember listening to Neil Gaiman talk about how instrumental she was in him being able to make Sandman his own thing. Apparently she runs an imprint at Dark Horse now.

They did new 52 rebirth convergence they need help just like marvel does.

emmet is an icon 🙏

Getting caught up on my video watching and this was good stuff! Nice to see Steve from Cyberspace back! Going to watch Ep #2 now!

Whoops! Aries isn't usually the leader of the Zodiac - it's Taurus.

Bravo! Agree with your views. There is something beyond $$. Same con/grift in the sports card industry. Destroyng the Hobby with every Flipper.

Just found you today. Watched first video. Instant Sub.

I read comics, but I like collecting both graded and ungraded as well. I'm just scared of damaging older comics by accident when I'm reading them so sometimes I'm hesitant depending on what it is.

So many books. What happened?

Think he’s Goliath in #45.

You can try lighter fluid on that sticker

Definitely do this again! 🔥

I was a DC guy because my local pharmacies only sold DC, just an occasional Spiderman. Distribution of the 1960s :)

Great vid. I have subscribed and glad i found your channell

Interesting video. I don't know anything about old comics.

I say collect what you like give that comic to your nephew to sell on eBay cut him in on it problem solved that book will sell auctions are scams sometimes hi sellers premium hi buyer's premium they are more of a scam then cgc LOL

When talking about whirlwind I think you might have been remembering Samurai from the 70s Super Friends cartoon. He could made a whirlwind to fly.

I enjoyed the video! Always like learning new stuff about books. Is Steve also as well versed in DC books?

I understand grading a card like a Michael Jordan rookie. But don’t understand grading comics like you said now you can’t even read it. You can see the cover that’s it.

Damn thats the most awesome FCBD event I've ever heard. Hope your shop keeps growing

I dont disagree, but I still get keys graded or buy graded. Not because I trust CGC, but because I trust that that graded keys will be easier for my family to identify and get fair market prices for when that time comes. The thought of someone getting a raw nm batman 251 or vf giant size xmen 1 in a cheap lot auction after I pass because they were in a short box with raw walking dead reprints makes me nauseous.

I totally agree with you. I have been collecting since the 1970s when I was a kid and I cannot fathom why you would want a slabbed book. Sure I store my books securely and safely but if I can never read it again what's the use? You could argue that being in the slab makes it a piece of art. Ok . To each their own. I am not attacking my fellow collectors who enjoy slabbed books. I am just baffled by them in general. If you are buying them as an investment to sell later on then yeah I'm hip to that reason. I would just rather have a bag/boarded book that I can read and enjoy and store for later than just enjoying the cover alone.

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Amazing brother! You are the most humble person in the business that i know of. Keep up the great work!!! God bless always and may new readers come daily. Oldschool forever!

The value is in the eye of the beholder. I for one enjoy the art, characters, dialog, and story; what good is it if you can't turn the pages and admire everything it has to offer. I haven't sold a book yet!

Awesome dude, awesome store...they always give me great deals when I stop in

Looks like you had a great FCBD! Congrats again on 10 years!

Great job on your videos. Do you have does sign books online , because I live in California. Have a great day

I enjoy your videos man.

Turning 30 this year, and I’m new to the hobby. Picking up single issues weekly. As a kid I read Batman trades at the library. Really a fun hobby. Though I must say, it seems like the lions share of comic fans are pretty jaded and negative. So I mainly keep to myself with my new found hobby!

Can you donate me i don't have alot money to buy transformers

I see that super Nintendo still hasn't found a good home. I guess I could make room to care for a gaming counsel in need. It will be a sacrifice especially with the time ill have to manage to give it enough attention to feel wanted. Send me over the adoption papers. Maybe my state will help me with the financial burden the care I provide it will cost. I'll do my best to keep it safe and happy. Its the least I could do. Of course the adoption fee will have to be waived since I'll be taking on the burden of feeding it games etc.

Thanks, chief! Good to hear some positive news. I still won't purchase marvel books because of their politics, but l am enjoying a real variety of titles from other publishers: Hellblazer, Usagi Yojimbo, Creature from The Black Lagoon Lives! And Conan! What more could anyone ask for?