by generalsjoes | Jan 26, 2009 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
One of the greatest things about the internet is a much more direct connection to the folks behind the scenes…the “creators” if you will. Personal blogs for comic book professionals are common these days, including IDW Editor Chris Ryall, and G.I. Joe writer Chuck Dixon’s Dixonverse.
A couple of cool G.I. Joe tidbits on each of these pages…
by generalsjoes | Jan 23, 2009 | G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
IDW, in my mind, got off to a strong start with their first issue, and things don’t look to be letting up any time soon. I was honestly surprised that I was that captivated by the first issue as much as I was, since G.I. Joe Reloaded never really captured my attention that much. As an alternate universe, it just didn’t do anything for me, however. Curiously Chuck Dixon was the writer of that series as well, so I’m not sure where the change took place, but whatever happened, Dixon definitely got a roll, at least for the first issue. Of course I’ll give it some more time before making a final decision, but it absolutely got off on the right foot at least.
That being said, IDW definitely isn’t just coasting on this main series, there’s a ton of other stuff in the works. G.I. Joe Origins is next in line, written by the immortal Larry Hama, and we can see a great 6-Page preview at JoeReloaded.com right here.
My first opinion is honestly a bit mixed. The military lingo almost goes overboard, at least in those first few pages, and the art style is somewhat strange. Not realistic in the least, a very “cartoony” style that didn’t mesh overall with the more realistic Atkins art, but perhaps it’ll grow on me. It will be interesting at least to see these new origins and where the team kind of forms in this new universe.
As well as the 6-page preview, Toy News International gives us a peek into upcoming IDW Titles for April as well, with some looks at the covers and potential stories. Check that out here.
This is going to be a big year for G.I. Joe, that’s for sure, and if Issue #1 is any indication, I think the comic license is in good hands, and I’m really looking forward to seeing what new universe IDW is able to weave going forward.
by generalsjoes | Jan 22, 2009 | G.I. Joe Comics, Podcasts, Web Stuff
I know I already promoted the podcast in yesterday’s entry (and even added a nice little sidebar widget to the latest episode!) but I wanted folks to be sure they check out the archives as well. Since I’ve been remiss in putting notices up on the site here, folks should be well aware of what a quality podcast Chris, Matt, and Chad have been producing for the past number of months. Here are just a few highlights, for those interested.
Episode 21 – Interview with Robert Atkins, artist of the new IDW series
[audio:http://media.libsyn.com/media/gijoereview/GIJoeReview021.mp3]
Episode 18 – Recap of information from San Diego ComicCon 2008
[audio:http://media.libsyn.com/media/gijoereview/GIJoeReview018.mp3]
Episode 14 – Interview of Rod Whigham, long time artist of the classic G.I. Joe comics from Marvel
[audio:http://media.libsyn.com/media/gijoereview/GIJoeReview014.mp3]
Those are just a few of the many interesting episodes that the guys have posted. Give them a shot, I think you’ll find them worth your time, especially as IDW keeps rolling with the new comic.
by generalsjoes | Jan 20, 2009 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, Web Stuff
Hey, I gotta have an official Podcast, right? I can’t be a 21st Century State of the Art G.I. Joe Blog© without an official podcast! Thankfully I can have one without even doing any actual work. 😉
My buddies over at GIJoeReview have been doing their podcast for a while now and for whatever reason I’ve shirked in my duties letting the online community know about it. It’s mostly focused on the comics, and with IDW taking the license and running with it just last week, they devote a good portion of their show to that, and even scored an interview with IDW Editor Andy Schmidt.
It’s a great listen whether you’re a Joefan, a comic fan, or both. Check it out!
by generalsjoes | Jan 18, 2009 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics
Just in case anyone was curious…I know I supplied my own review for this first issue of G.I. Joe, but in case folks want other opinions, here are some reviews that you may not have seen scattered around the web:
I know there are tons of others out there, but these were some of the more obscure ones that I thought people might not know about. So far getting pretty decent reviews…
by generalsjoes | Jan 15, 2009 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comic Reviews, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
G.I. Joe (Chuck Dixon & Robert Atkins)
G.I. Joe Origins (Larry Hama, Tom Feister & Mike Hawthorne)
G.I. Joe Movie Prequel (Chuck Dixon, S L Gallant)
