Comic book thread for March
03-03-06, 09:04 AM
#26
Originally Posted by MBoyd
I noticed Mail Order Comics was 1.50 an issue of 52 compared to DCBS's 1.25. I doubt DCBS will keep 52 permanently 50% off but it would be nice.
03-03-06, 10:06 AM
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They both have the 1st issue for .62. Now what if they did that every couple of months with one of the issues! Maybe every 10th issue or if something major happens!
03-03-06, 11:39 AM
#28
Originally Posted by MBoyd
They both have the 1st issue for .62. Now what if they did that every couple of months with one of the issues! Maybe every 10th issue or if something major happens!
03-03-06, 04:57 PM
#31
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How much is DCBS shipping? I always order from MOC, but lately the shipping rates have been increasing...
Ah, who am I kidding, as long as they're in the ballpark I'll stay with MOC, since I've had nothing but excellent service from them for the past 6 years or so. But I am curious.
My big box of last month's stuff came today, so I look forward to talking about month-old books with all the monthly shipment latecomers...
Ah, who am I kidding, as long as they're in the ballpark I'll stay with MOC, since I've had nothing but excellent service from them for the past 6 years or so. But I am curious.
My big box of last month's stuff came today, so I look forward to talking about month-old books with all the monthly shipment latecomers...
03-03-06, 09:22 PM
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Not to throw the thread completely off but I have made a (very) slow journey back into comics after a 15 year absence. I sold off most of my collection when I was 16 or 17 (a dumbass thing to do) and quit collecting completely when I went to college back in 1991.
So from 1991 to the present, I truly have no clue what to go back & read. From the few people I know who barely keep up with comics have all suggested the Preacher & Sandman series. I have been on Ebay and have found that you can buy older comics for practically nothing now. Seems the widespread availability on Ebay has killed the values which is bad for collectors but good for me.
I was thinking about getting a couple of current subscriptions but was curious what is worth picking up. I was always a Batman and Spider-man fan from way back (cliche but really, who isn't).
So...my questions are...what current books might be worth a subscription or what previous books (series or TPBs) are worth checking out? I know there is a 15 year spread but just tell me a few of the best. I picked up a complete set of the 9 TPBs of Preacher for 60 bucks (bought those blind) and got Sandman's first three TPBs for 15 bucks (blind as well). I also am going back and getting some of the comics that I loved as a kid but got rid of for gas money & girls at 16.
And what does DCBS stand for?
So from 1991 to the present, I truly have no clue what to go back & read. From the few people I know who barely keep up with comics have all suggested the Preacher & Sandman series. I have been on Ebay and have found that you can buy older comics for practically nothing now. Seems the widespread availability on Ebay has killed the values which is bad for collectors but good for me.
I was thinking about getting a couple of current subscriptions but was curious what is worth picking up. I was always a Batman and Spider-man fan from way back (cliche but really, who isn't).
So...my questions are...what current books might be worth a subscription or what previous books (series or TPBs) are worth checking out? I know there is a 15 year spread but just tell me a few of the best. I picked up a complete set of the 9 TPBs of Preacher for 60 bucks (bought those blind) and got Sandman's first three TPBs for 15 bucks (blind as well). I also am going back and getting some of the comics that I loved as a kid but got rid of for gas money & girls at 16.
And what does DCBS stand for?
03-03-06, 09:59 PM
#33
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my favorite GN e-tailer has just done a revamp of their site and have some deals to go along with it as well
http://talesofwonder.com/
http://talesofwonder.com/
Dear Tales of Wonder customer,
By choosing to shop with TalesOfWonder.com, you've made us the leader in graphic novel and collected edition sales. We want to show our appreciation by providing you with a website that has enhanced features which will provide a better shopping experience. The new web site will also enable us to continue to bring our customers the same high level of service and quality. Below, we outline many of these features to help you with your transition to our new website. There is also a special $5 off offer at the end of this email.
Our new web site offers many benefits to our customers. Some of those benefits are:
Free Shipping
TalesOfWonder.com now offers free shipping on in-stock orders above $99 on eligible items (statues, busts and merchandise excluded). Pre-orders may be grouped with other pre-orders or in-stock items to qualify for free shipping.
Reduced Shipping Fees
For those orders that do not meet our free shipping threshold, we have reduced our standard shipping rates. Our new per order shipping rate has been reduced to $1.99 from $2.99. Our per item shipping fees remain unchanged at $0.79 per book, $3.99 per bust, $7.49 per statue and $12.00 per oversized statue.
No More Pre-Billing
All orders will now be billed when shipped. We will no longer charge customer credit cards for advance orders when the order is placed. Pre-orders will now be billed when the item is in-stock and is ready to ship.
Wish Lists
Customer wish lists are now available. Our wish list feature will save items for future purchase indefinitely.
Gift Certificates
They’re for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Christmas, whenever! TalesOfWonder.com gift certificates are now available for any occasion for any dollar amount. The recipient needs only an email account to receive our gift certificates.
More Robust Profiles
Customers can now more effectively manage their personal information in “My Account,” including viewing the status and tracking information for all orders. As always, TalesOfWonder.com does not share, rent or sell our customer’s personal information.
Implementation For Current Customers
Profiles
You will need to create a new profile/account while placing your first order on our new website even if you have a profile/account established on our current website. While placing your first order on Tales of Wonder 2.0 the website will help you in establishing an account during checkout. See the offer below to learn how you can save $5 on your first order with your new account profile.
Advance Orders
If you have unshipped Advance Orders through our current website you will not be able to view them in your new account on our new website. You will only be able to view orders placed on the new website in your new account. We will continue to send you a balance notification email for all orders placed on the current site prior to shipping. If at any time you would like to view a current list of Advance Orders placed on our current site you may email us at [email protected]
SAVE $5!
Want to save $5 on your next TalesOfWonder.com order? It’s easy. Simply create a new TalesOfWonder.com account by March 30 and you will save $5 on your next order of $50 or more. Combine the savings with our new free shipping offer and save even more. NOTE: Past TalesOfWonder.com customers are eligible for the $5 off offer when signing up for a new TalesOfWonder.com account as account profiles have not been transferred to the new web site. During checkout enter coupon code “service” (case sensitive) to receive your discount.
Thank you,
Tales of Wonder
By choosing to shop with TalesOfWonder.com, you've made us the leader in graphic novel and collected edition sales. We want to show our appreciation by providing you with a website that has enhanced features which will provide a better shopping experience. The new web site will also enable us to continue to bring our customers the same high level of service and quality. Below, we outline many of these features to help you with your transition to our new website. There is also a special $5 off offer at the end of this email.
Our new web site offers many benefits to our customers. Some of those benefits are:
Free Shipping
TalesOfWonder.com now offers free shipping on in-stock orders above $99 on eligible items (statues, busts and merchandise excluded). Pre-orders may be grouped with other pre-orders or in-stock items to qualify for free shipping.
Reduced Shipping Fees
For those orders that do not meet our free shipping threshold, we have reduced our standard shipping rates. Our new per order shipping rate has been reduced to $1.99 from $2.99. Our per item shipping fees remain unchanged at $0.79 per book, $3.99 per bust, $7.49 per statue and $12.00 per oversized statue.
No More Pre-Billing
All orders will now be billed when shipped. We will no longer charge customer credit cards for advance orders when the order is placed. Pre-orders will now be billed when the item is in-stock and is ready to ship.
Wish Lists
Customer wish lists are now available. Our wish list feature will save items for future purchase indefinitely.
Gift Certificates
They’re for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Christmas, whenever! TalesOfWonder.com gift certificates are now available for any occasion for any dollar amount. The recipient needs only an email account to receive our gift certificates.
More Robust Profiles
Customers can now more effectively manage their personal information in “My Account,” including viewing the status and tracking information for all orders. As always, TalesOfWonder.com does not share, rent or sell our customer’s personal information.
Implementation For Current Customers
Profiles
You will need to create a new profile/account while placing your first order on our new website even if you have a profile/account established on our current website. While placing your first order on Tales of Wonder 2.0 the website will help you in establishing an account during checkout. See the offer below to learn how you can save $5 on your first order with your new account profile.
Advance Orders
If you have unshipped Advance Orders through our current website you will not be able to view them in your new account on our new website. You will only be able to view orders placed on the new website in your new account. We will continue to send you a balance notification email for all orders placed on the current site prior to shipping. If at any time you would like to view a current list of Advance Orders placed on our current site you may email us at [email protected]
SAVE $5!
Want to save $5 on your next TalesOfWonder.com order? It’s easy. Simply create a new TalesOfWonder.com account by March 30 and you will save $5 on your next order of $50 or more. Combine the savings with our new free shipping offer and save even more. NOTE: Past TalesOfWonder.com customers are eligible for the $5 off offer when signing up for a new TalesOfWonder.com account as account profiles have not been transferred to the new web site. During checkout enter coupon code “service” (case sensitive) to receive your discount.
Thank you,
Tales of Wonder
03-03-06, 11:41 PM
#34
Originally Posted by brianluvdvd
So...my questions are...what current books might be worth a subscription or what previous books (series or TPBs) are worth checking out? I know there is a 15 year spread but just tell me a few of the best. I picked up a complete set of the 9 TPBs of Preacher for 60 bucks (bought those blind) and got Sandman's first three TPBs for 15 bucks (blind as well). I also am going back and getting some of the comics that I loved as a kid but got rid of for gas money & girls at 16.
And what does DCBS stand for?
And what does DCBS stand for?
DCBS= Discount Comic Book Service. A popular online comic store for the people here.
03-04-06, 02:48 AM
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Supergirl #5 ... 
03-04-06, 02:59 AM
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DCBS hasn't told me what I'm supposed to do with this other person's order that I got so I'm thinking free comics!! 
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03-04-06, 10:56 PM
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brianluvdvd, I highly recommend Ultimate Spider-Man. The Ultimate line is it's own continuity that started like 6 years ago. I go back and forth on how I feel about the other Ultimate titles, but USM has been possibly the best ongoing superhero comic I've ever read. Here's a good deal on the first 3 hardcovers: http://talesofwonder.com/product-exe.../34/sc/1,21,34
These threads are a little old now, but bishop2knight links to some of our past recommendation threads here: http://www.dvdtalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=346660
These threads are a little old now, but bishop2knight links to some of our past recommendation threads here: http://www.dvdtalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=346660
03-05-06, 07:52 AM
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Ok ok, I'll talk Marv-El...Sorry, I had to throw in that Superman(Kal-El) reference to represent for DC. 
I was at a store Saturday and they were playing that new Avengers animated dvd on a Widescreen tv. To be honest the movie looks kick ass. I don't know why people are so hard on it. The animation was decent and the characters looked great. Granted, I'm not "emotionally connected" to these characters like you blokes here on dvdtalk and by that I mean I'm not gonna freak out if Thor doesn't have his Helm and silly cape.
Anyway, I was watching a scene were The Hulk was opening a "can o whup ass" on the gang and I couldn't pull away from the tv. I mean shit, the Hulk jumps up, and chokes Giant Man and takes him down. COMEDY GOLD!!
I was at a store Saturday and they were playing that new Avengers animated dvd on a Widescreen tv. To be honest the movie looks kick ass. I don't know why people are so hard on it. The animation was decent and the characters looked great. Granted, I'm not "emotionally connected" to these characters like you blokes here on dvdtalk and by that I mean I'm not gonna freak out if Thor doesn't have his Helm and silly cape.
Anyway, I was watching a scene were The Hulk was opening a "can o whup ass" on the gang and I couldn't pull away from the tv. I mean shit, the Hulk jumps up, and chokes Giant Man and takes him down. COMEDY GOLD!!
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03-05-06, 04:57 PM
#42
Originally Posted by Giantrobo
Ok ok, I'll talk Marv-El...Sorry, I had to throw in that Superman(Kal-El) reference to represent for DC.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain...(Marvel_Comics)
You guys finally did it to me. More than a year without buying a current issue and you drove me into the store for Marvel Zombies. I walked out with five comics. Well, the downward spiral starts.
03-06-06, 06:38 AM
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I'm liking the fact that Marvel is getting into the direct to DVD animated movie game, but wish they'd put a little more effort into the script and animation. Both needed work. 
03-06-06, 08:08 AM
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03-06-06, 08:51 AM
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nny, any idea how long that USM sale is going on? What a great price. I might have to jump on that.
03-06-06, 09:17 AM
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Thanks Jason. I'll have to keep that in mind when I get some cash. I really enjoy USM, so this would be a great way to get the early books.
I'm still debating the whole 52 thing. Is this series supposed to clear up everything that happens in the one year after Crisis? Or will most of the truth come out in the regular titles?
I'm still debating the whole 52 thing. Is this series supposed to clear up everything that happens in the one year after Crisis? Or will most of the truth come out in the regular titles?
03-06-06, 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Giantrobo
Supergirl #5 ...
Let's see... I'm so jealous of my brother that I'll have my daughter kill his son, even if they're the last two Kryptonians alive? Great way to shoehorn Batman in there to get the trinity in the book. Glad the magic lasso trick worked. And isn't the Martian Manhunter supposed to be stronger than Superman if there's no fire around? I remember Jurgens pounding that into us when he worked on JLA. I feel dumber for having picked up this book, and dumber still for picking up the next one, hoping the OYL storyline and change of writers will help.
Speaking of monthly shipments... was the last issue of IC late? It wasn't included in my shipment...
03-06-06, 12:25 PM
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Thanks Jason. I'll have to keep that in mind when I get some cash. I really enjoy USM, so this would be a great way to get the early books.
Here's a link to the B&N version:
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/boo...60761337&itm=8
03-06-06, 01:45 PM
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That B&N version was a beast. Too big to read. But thanks for the heads up. I'm sure I'll wait one day too long. But rest assured, if I find that I'm too late for the deal, I'm sure to complain about it here in this thread. 
03-06-06, 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by fujishig
Yeah, what the heck was that about? I accidentally started reading 5 before 4 (both came in my monthly package)... then went back to read 4 only to find that it was completely unnecessary.
Let's see... I'm so jealous of my brother that I'll have my daughter kill his son, even if they're the last two Kryptonians alive? Great way to shoehorn Batman in there to get the trinity in the book. Glad the magic lasso trick worked. And isn't the Martian Manhunter supposed to be stronger than Superman if there's no fire around? I remember Jurgens pounding that into us when he worked on JLA. I feel dumber for having picked up this book, and dumber still for picking up the next one, hoping the OYL storyline and change of writers will help.
Speaking of monthly shipments... was the last issue of IC late? It wasn't included in my shipment...
Let's see... I'm so jealous of my brother that I'll have my daughter kill his son, even if they're the last two Kryptonians alive? Great way to shoehorn Batman in there to get the trinity in the book. Glad the magic lasso trick worked. And isn't the Martian Manhunter supposed to be stronger than Superman if there's no fire around? I remember Jurgens pounding that into us when he worked on JLA. I feel dumber for having picked up this book, and dumber still for picking up the next one, hoping the OYL storyline and change of writers will help.
Speaking of monthly shipments... was the last issue of IC late? It wasn't included in my shipment...
Who knows, to be honest I liked the "bad" supergirl but the way the wroppaed that story up was kind quick and also kinda annoying.
