Saga

[400yrs]

I've read up to issue 11, and I don't mind the sex scenes...I think in the case of that troll thing, it was a bit over-the-top, but other than that the series has been pretty solid. I enjoy Saga as one of 7 books on my pull-list, I wouldn't rank it ahead of Harbinger, but it's a very good read...

I'd say Harbinger 6-10 have been on par with Saga. Issues 1-5, no way. Each issue of Saga has been amazing. Harbinger, not until the character story arc.

I agree with that...Saga and Harby are te best books out right now

For right now, yes.

[ian_house]

I've read up to issue 11, and I don't mind the sex scenes...I think in the case of that troll thing, it was a bit over-the-top, but other than that the series has been pretty solid. I enjoy Saga as one of 7 books on my pull-list, I wouldn't rank it ahead of Harbinger, but it's a very good read...

I'd say Harbinger 6-10 have been on par with Saga. Issues 1-5, no way. Each issue of Saga has been amazing. Harbinger, not until the character story arc.

I agree with that...Saga and Harby are te best books out right now

For right now, yes.

I'd agree with that (and especially about Harbinger after issue 5, wasn't sure about the series until this arc was wrapping up). The only things close are Chew, Manhattan Projects and Batman.

[nutflush76]

I've read up to issue 11, and I don't mind the sex scenes...I think in the case of that troll thing, it was a bit over-the-top, but other than that the series has been pretty solid. I enjoy Saga as one of 7 books on my pull-list, I wouldn't rank it ahead of Harbinger, but it's a very good read...

I'd say Harbinger 6-10 have been on par with Saga. Issues 1-5, no way. Each issue of Saga has been amazing. Harbinger, not until the character story arc.

I agree with that...Saga and Harby are te best books out right now

For right now, yes.

I'd agree with that (and especially about Harbinger after issue 5, wasn't sure about the series until this arc was wrapping up). The only things close are Chew, Manhattan Projects and Batman.

I've thought Harbinger was great from issue 1! I think that Revival is another book that I would put up their with these books. Don't know about Manhattan Projects. I have only read issue #9 and I had no idea what was going on.

[lorddunlow]

Don't know about Manhattan Projects. I have only read issue #9 and I had no idea what was going on.

I can only imagine what you thought. #9 was weird enough without the context of the other issues.

[MarkRoseHFX]

I've thought Harbinger was great from issue 1! I think that Revival is another book that I would put up their with these books. Don't know about Manhattan Projects. I have only read issue #9 and I had no idea what was going on.

I really dig Revival and I put it at that level too. I really dig the covers Jenny Frison is awesome.

[MarrowMan]

Don't know about Manhattan Projects. I have only read issue #9 and I had no idea what was going on.

I can only imagine what you thought. #9 was weird enough without the context of the other issues.

#10 was 10 000 000 times weirder

[lorddunlow]

Don't know about Manhattan Projects. I have only read issue #9 and I had no idea what was going on.

I can only imagine what you thought. #9 was weird enough without the context of the other issues.

#10 was 10 000 000 times weirder

There needs to be a new word to describe issue #10 of MP. Weird just doesn't cut it as an adjective to describe it.

[MarrowMan]

Don't know about Manhattan Projects. I have only read issue #9 and I had no idea what was going on.

I can only imagine what you thought. #9 was weird enough without the context of the other issues.

#10 was 10 000 000 times weirder

There needs to be a new word to describe issue #10 of MP. Weird just doesn't cut it as an adjective to describe it.

Agreed.

[Phantom]

I really like saga, but I think the first two pages of the current issue was just for shock value.

Ok I get it, they are trying to provoke, to me it was just crass.

[caniac]

I really like saga, but I think the first two pages of the current issue was just for shock value.

Ok I get it, they are trying to provoke, to me it was just crass.

But the last page was awesome. This issue had some great dialogue in it.

[ian_house]

I really like saga, but I think the first two pages of the current issue was just for shock value.

Ok I get it, they are trying to provoke, to me it was just crass.

But the last page was awesome. This issue had some great dialogue in it.

But he isn't trying to shock. I'm not sure I've ever seen so many miss the point so much as with Saga.

[Phantom]

I really like saga, but I think the first two pages of the current issue was just for shock value.

Ok I get it, they are trying to provoke, to me it was just crass.

But the last page was awesome. This issue had some great dialogue in it.

But he isn't trying to shock. I'm not sure I've ever seen so many miss the point so much as with Saga.

Maybe I am. Missing a big part of the story.
I missed the 'Amy race car' reference in stray bullets - untill someone pointed it out to me.
I don't feel stupid asking - what am I missing. Why is a blow job shown on his tv screen Honestly I am not being sarcastic.

[caniac]

I really like saga, but I think the first two pages of the current issue was just for shock value.

Ok I get it, they are trying to provoke, to me it was just crass.

But the last page was awesome. This issue had some great dialogue in it.

But he isn't trying to shock. I'm not sure I've ever seen so many miss the point so much as with Saga.

Maybe I am. Missing a big part of the story.
I missed the 'Amy race car' reference in stray bullets - untill someone pointed it out to me.
I don't feel stupid asking - what am I missing. Why is a blow job shown on his tv screen Honestly I am not being sarcastic.

Per Mr. Vaughan himself:
"Fiona and I could always edit the images in question, but everything we put into the book is there to advance our story, not (just) to shock or titillate, so we're not changing *SQUEE*."

[caniac]

That scene got #12 banned on iOS for a moment by ComiXology...

[Phantom]

I wonder if it got banned because of the image, or because it seems to be same sex.

Anyway ~ just seemed like 'I'm a rebel' , yeh 'I'm cool, Ican get away with this stuf' kind of comment above.
I will keep reading.

Time to spend more time writing reviews of valiant trades on amazon, and maybe commenting on valiant titles

You guys have to wait another 9 hours for April 10th. In 3 hours the comic shop opens in UK, may actually get my comics on the same week of release ~ could be even todya!

[erwinrafael]

I've read up to issue 11, and I don't mind the sex scenes...I think in the case of that troll thing, it was a bit over-the-top, but other than that the series has been pretty solid. I enjoy Saga as one of 7 books on my pull-list, I wouldn't rank it ahead of Harbinger, but it's a very good read...

I'd say Harbinger 6-10 have been on par with Saga. Issues 1-5, no way. Each issue of Saga has been amazing. Harbinger, not until the character story arc.

I agree with that...Saga and Harby are te best books out right now

For right now, yes.

I'd agree with that (and especially about Harbinger after issue 5, wasn't sure about the series until this arc was wrapping up). The only things close are Chew, Manhattan Projects and Batman.

Hawkeye says hi. But maybe it's just me.

[ian_house]

I've read up to issue 11, and I don't mind the sex scenes...I think in the case of that troll thing, it was a bit over-the-top, but other than that the series has been pretty solid. I enjoy Saga as one of 7 books on my pull-list, I wouldn't rank it ahead of Harbinger, but it's a very good read...

I'd say Harbinger 6-10 have been on par with Saga. Issues 1-5, no way. Each issue of Saga has been amazing. Harbinger, not until the character story arc.

I agree with that...Saga and Harby are te best books out right now

For right now, yes.

I'd agree with that (and especially about Harbinger after issue 5, wasn't sure about the series until this arc was wrapping up). The only things close are Chew, Manhattan Projects and Batman.

Hawkeye says hi. But maybe it's just me.

I tried the first two issues, it's ok, but not in the league of the others for me.

[Savant]

Just a few minutes ago finished the first TPB because I'm not nearly rich enough to afford back issues.
I thought it was good but not great. With any series, television or otherwise, the introduction tends to be my least favorite part. I think 7 though 10 so far have been stronger reads.

On a whim, I decided to buy the newer issues rather than wait for the second tpb......I got issues 7, 8, 10, and 11 (Couldn't find issue 9, and I might get issue 12 later).

I still don't see the appeal of the comic, and I can't fathom how this title has become so popular that it's only on issue 12 and the first issue is selling for $100-$200 already.

I would agree the newer issues were a better read than the first 6 (Which comprised of the first tpb), but it still wasn't much to write home about. I'm still not offended by anything I've read nor seen in the comic. The troll's genitalia in issue 8 was lovely, but it didn't shock, amuse, nor offend me......I'm not fascinated in any form by the dialogue. In fact, at times it makes my eyes roll......And I don't feel immersed in the storyline nor am I interested in any of the characters (Marko's father was mildly interesting, but that's about it), nothing has grabbed/hooked me. The only positive thing I'll say is the writing isn't predictable, as you don't really know what'll happen next.

Well, the orchestration of the father's death in issue 11 was somewhat touching, so that's another positive.

I really like saga, but I think the first two pages of the current issue was just for shock value.

Ok I get it, they are trying to provoke, to me it was just crass.

But the last page was awesome. This issue had some great dialogue in it.

But he isn't trying to shock. I'm not sure I've ever seen so many miss the point so much as with Saga.

Maybe I am. Missing a big part of the story.
I missed the 'Amy race car' reference in stray bullets - untill someone pointed it out to me.
I don't feel stupid asking - what am I missing. Why is a blow job shown on his tv screen Honestly I am not being sarcastic.

Per Mr. Vaughan himself:
"Fiona and I could always edit the images in question, but everything we put into the book is there to advance our story, not (just) to shock or titillate, so we're not changing *SQUEE*."

Key emphasis on "not (just)."

That said, unless Vaughan weaves a tapestry beyond the abilities of Moore, Gaiman, and Morrison combined, I find it hard to believe the statement, "Please shoot it in my tw@t," has far-reaching implications within the storyline (Other than adding poorly attempted shock value during a scene expanding upon the child's conception).

[Savant]

If we are widening the scope here then are we saying that no violent/sex-laden films should be allowed to win Oscars? Or be labelled the best film of the year? This seems crazy, just because they are the best doesn't mean it's for everyone.

May seem crazy, but it happens.

A prime example would be the 1997 version of Lolita. I consider that version of Lolita (Starring Jeremy Irons) to be one of the best 5 films of 1997, but it had limited distribution and didn't get the accolades it deserved due to the content.

I understand why the film got blackballed, as the content is morbid/disturbing, but that doesn't change the fact that I perceive it to be a fantastic film leagues beyond some of the other movies of that same year which ended up actually winning awards.

[Phantom]

That said, unless Vaughan weaves a tapestry beyond the abilities of Moore, Gaiman, and Morrison combined, I find it hard to believe the statement, "Please shoot it in my tw@t," has far-reaching implications within the storyline (Other than adding poorly attempted shock value during a scene expanding upon the child's conception).

I am really enjoying the book. Its got my interest, I am looking forward to future issues and how the story pans out.

[dbngaa]

I'm going to side step the story discussion (of which I am a fan) and simply praise Fiona Staples' art. The covers are especially beautiful. I hope the series gets a nice oversized HC treatment someday.

[lorddunlow]

I'm going to side step the story discussion (of which I am a fan) and simply praise Fiona Staples' art. The covers are especially beautiful. I hope the series gets a nice oversized HC treatment someday.

I'm definitely a fan of her art. It's great.

[caniac]

I'm going to side step the story discussion (of which I am a fan) and simply praise Fiona Staples' art. The covers are especially beautiful. I hope the series gets a nice oversized HC treatment someday.

I'm definitely a fan of her art. It's great.

The art has been superb to say the least!

[Savant]

I got issue 12 the other day......First issue of Saga I actually enjoyed.

But, I'll stop on that high note. Regarding the track record of this book's appeal to my senses (Out of the 11 books I read, I only liked 1 issue), it can only go downhill from here.

[ian_house]

I got issue 12 the other day......First issue of Saga I actually enjoyed.

But, I'll stop on that high note. Regarding the track record of this book's appeal to my senses (Out of the 11 books I read, I only liked 1 issue), it can only go downhill from here.

Dude why have you stuck with it so long if you haven't liked a single issue until now?? :S