Anyone going to give this title a try? It looks like fun. The creator, Todd Nauck, did a couple of Legion issues (Legends of the Legion #1 and #4, one story in Secret Files #1, Legionnaires #56, and a backup story in LSH #102). You can see a preview of 5 pages at Newsarama Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
I plan on picking it up -- I've actually been to the WildGuard website a bunch of times to vote for the member I want to see on the team (last I checked, it was still open and you can vote once a day).
Posted by Poverty Lad on :
This slipped under my radar for preordering. I have to hope my local CBS ordered some because it's a #1. Todd's a nice guy-- I've had e-mail contact a few times, and traded posts with him on the old YJ boards. I definitely wanna give this a look-see and possibly continue to support his career. There was a full-page ad in the back of Liberty Meadows 33, but it's in black n' white. I'll have to visit the WG site, even if I don't vote... Posted by Poverty Lad on :
Just checked the article and preview pages at Newsarama --thanks, Scott! I think I'm gonna like this... Posted by Star Boy on :
I'll definately be checking this out - Nauck's style is a hoot & the idea should prove to be a funny spin on the current reality fad.
At last - reality 'programming' I can be interested in! Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
So are y'all voting? I've been voting for Patrol Man a bunch, but I think he's going to be on the team regardless.
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
I really shouldn't be picking up a new series but I may just give this one a try. What's the web address? If we can still vote, I'd like to see who's there to vote for.
Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
You can just go to Wildguard.com Posted by Lightning Lad on :
Hmmm. I like a few of them but I had to go with Freezerburn. Cool power, combining both ice and fire manipulation. But I bet this is who gets Jeff's vote:
Strong-bot Powers/abilities: Super strength, flight Did you know? Strong-bot is catergorized as a Grand Thunder MechaMan robot. He does not transform.
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Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
quote:Originally posted by Lightning Lad: Hmmm. I like a few of them but I had to go with Freezerburn. Cool power, combining both ice and fire manipulation. But I bet this is who gets Jeff's vote:
I dunno -- I guess it'll depend on how much he's attached to the "transforming" aspect, or if he just likes big robotic dudes...
Posted by Suddenly Seymour on :
It does seem like a lot of fun, though I haven't been keeping up with the web site. I'll have to run over and vote.
Eric
Posted by Caleb on :
I really like Todd's art so I'll be checking it out.
Posted by icefire on :
Freezerburn also got my vote!!!!
Posted by Star Boy on :
It's either Running Girl (shades of my fascination with Xs) or Astro Girl (practically a female Adam Strange) for me.
Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
I also like Pteranodon and Netwerk
Posted by rokk steady on :
I like Aqua-Chica, for the offensive name alone, Jun-Go, b/c he's kinda ferally sexy, and Shrubling, b/c she's a boy-crazy plant girl.
What a neat idea, I hadn't heard of this until I read this thread.
Posted by Kid Psychout on :
voted for Shingle. gotta go for the guy named after a disease.
Posted by Kid Prime on :
I'm gonna check this out this afternoon after work, when I have more time. But I have to say, the no-transforming aspect REALLY takes away from the coolness factor... we'll see.
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Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
What other kind of fan participation things have there been?
-- Legion leader elections -- the infamous "Robin Death vote" -- should Green Arrow stay or go from "Green Lantern / Green Arrow" -- the "ZOT!" pie-in-the-face vote -- Wizard's create a character contest -- "Power Company" - vote for the new member
Posted by Gossamer on :
I only read 3 comics per month but I might get this.
Posted by Poverty Lad on :
For those interested, Wildguard: Casting Call is slated to hit stores tomorrow...
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Posted by icefire on :
Can't wait!!!!!
Posted by Poverty Lad on :
It's out, and my local store had a copy for me! Will wonders never cease...
I'll letcha knkow what I think when I get a chance to read it sometime this evening... Posted by icefire on :
Spoil it for us Pov!!!!!
Posted by Poverty Lad on :
I LIKE IT!
No spoilers, really-- I like the feel of the book. It's a mix of the AI-type tryouts, with the RW-type narrative interviews. Good art, fun story with some laugh-out-loud spots-- I'll be checking out issue 2.
AND VOTING FOR RED ROVER! Posted by Kid Prime on :
I voted for Impli Grimdore!
Posted by Greybird on :
Todd Nauck was at my local comics store (east suburban L.A.) earlier this evening. Dozens lined up for autographs and quick-drawn sketches. He was entirely affable and thrilled with the attention.
Metropolis Comics had many in the throng under the age of 12 tonight, enthusiastic about meeting this artist/writer. I was glad. We don't see enough kids in these stores any more.
I didn't buy an issue (I have six titles I'm getting now, more than I'd ever thought I'd do), but did enjoy hearing him speak in an impromptu manner about his art. He noted that his first professional comics position came less than a year after graduating from art school, and that he's felt blessed by great good fortune. I'd have to agree, but his evident craft has also earned it.
Posted by Bevis on :
I'll certainly be getting it today. I really like Todd Nauck's art and the preview pages I've seen made me laugh a lot. Normally I don't go for manga influenced art at all but for some reason I really like what Todd does. I think possibly it's because while it is definately influenced by manga he aslo has very much his own style as well. Plus he's always come across as a really nice guy. He always used to post over at the YJ boards and was clearly hugely enthusiastic about comics and encouraging for people who wanted to get involved as well. That kind of enthusiasm, the interaction with the readers and his willingness to give feedback on people's work if they asked for it was something that I admire very much in comics creators.
Also after having worked with Peter David for however many years on YJ (55 issues, so we must be talking nearly five years I guess) would make me think he's probably learnt a fair bit about writing as well. Simply because he's so nice I'm hoping that he's one artist that manages to move into writing sucessfully as well.
Posted by Bevis on :
Got it yesterday and I really liked it. It's not ground breaking but it's a fun story, some great jokes (loved Wandering Eye's audition) and Todd seems to be able to write as well as draw. Plus he's got a really good design sense. Most of the costumes look so much better than other new characters in the DCU or Marvel or wherever (even the ones that are *supposed* to be a bit silly are cool. Like Red Rover. Silly concept, cool design for some reason).
I've not voted for who I want in the team yet though. I know four of the five members are already fixed but I have no idea whether they're included in the public vote or not. I wouldn't be at all surprised if Ignacia and Jun-Go are already part of the team simply because the first issue focused on them more than most of the other characters, but you never know.
As for who I might vote for? Well I like Shingle too because visually he's very cool (and I'm assuming he's Shingle after the bits of rock rather than the disease. ) and Night Harpy because she looks very cool. Plus I like Jun-Go coz he's pretty sexy and Toughlon because his costume, despite being silly, is also kinda sexy. Who can resist a big hunky man wearing a high cut leotard? I think I might wait until the next issue to decide though to see if any of the other characters I like get a chance to show their character a bit more.
Posted by Star Boy on :
Got it as well today - and loved it. Nauck's slightly goofy art was a perfect match for the cheesy, tongue-in-cheek material. The depth that he's managed to achieve in one issue alone make me think of a light-hearted 'Top Ten', if only for the 'background' detail, if not the subject matter.
Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
It's shaping up to be a fun book. The first issue just reminded me of the fun Legion try-outs used to be -- especially Segmented Man, when he threw his *head* at one of the judges! Posted by Caleb on :
Hmmm, while I LOVE the artwork, I'll have to see about the story. Since 4 characters have already been chosen and only the fifth character is actually going to be voted on by the public... I would bet that Jun-go, Ignacia, Red Rover and Snapback will make it on the team since they got such a spotlight in the first issue. But Wannabe was also spotlighted pretty hard, so....
And why are DC and Marvel not falling over themselves to get Todd Nauck signed? He had a 55 issue un-interrupted run with two extra-sized specials thrown in and his artwork is great.
Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
I also wonder which ones have already been selected, but I think Red Rover and Jun-go are a bit redundant -- the team should have more firepower than that. But who knows?
Oh, and did anyone else notice one scene where it looked like Brainiac was talking to B.I.O.N.? (there was also someone there who kinda looked like Saturn Girl in her pink bikini -- since the legion has had so many members with so many looks it's almost hard not to make someone resemble some Legionnaire at some point)
Posted by Poverty Lad on :
Thanks for mentioning the "Legion" appearances, Drake-- I kept forgetting to...
YES! WG:CC #1 has AR LEGION APPEARANCES!! YOU MUST BUY!! GO!! NOW!!! Posted by Caleb on :
I noticed those also Drake and Pov... I was thrilled about that.
Posted by STU on :
Don't know if anyone else mentioned this already, but there was a VERY obvious X-Bomb Betty homage in WildGuard -- including the "I can only do it ONCE!" line! Posted by Lightning Lad on :
Arrrggghhh! My shop didn't get this in. Does anyone out there know if one of their shops has an extra? I'll gladly pay you Tuesday for a comic book today!
Seriously, if someone can grab a copy for me I'll be forever indebted to you. With this and a few other titles that I can never seem to get at my shop, I'm seriously thinking of changing over to Poverty's subscription recommendation.
Posted by STU on :
I'm planning to drop by the comic book store later today, Scott. If they have an extra copy, I'll pick it up for you. If not, I'll post back here so that, if someone else is going by a store soon, they'll be able to check.
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
Thanks Stu. Posted by STU on :
As they say: "What goes around, comes around."
I figured the fine folks at my store owed me a favor. On a number of occasions in the past, they've forgotten to pull titles that I had on my subscription list, with the result that the issue sold out by the time I got to the store, and I was left empty-handed. (Thanks to terrific folks like Lash though, I've managed to get my grubby paws on some of those titles, like Wolverine/Doop #2. )
When I got to the store today, there were no more copies of Wildguard: Casting Call #1 on the shelves. I asked the guy at the counter, and he said they'd sold out, and that pretty much every store in town had sold out.
HOWEVER... he remembered me from before (when I made a stink about the store's failure to put Wolverine/Doop #2 in my box) and offered me the copy they'd pulled for one of their customers who hadn't been by to pick up his subscription titles for over three months. Nice, huh? It's about TIME those guys did me a good turn!
Long story short -- Scott, I got you a copy. Just let me know (e-mail, etc.) where you want it sent -- and when you want it sent, since it might be easier to direct it to your new home after you get there! Posted by Lightning Lad on :
Thanks Stuey! I'll let you know the new address as soon as its confirmed and I can get on-line. Thanks bunches!
Posted by STU on :
No problem! Posted by Pov on :
According to www.wildguard.com , #2 is scheduled for release next week!
FYI! Posted by STU on :
Ah, thank you thank you.
I was wondering when it was going to be out -- and hoping that I hadn't already missed it, which seems to happen all too often!
Posted by Pov on :
Just to confirm, LoneStar has this listed with their stuff expected to arrive next Wednesday. Looks like I'll be hitting the CBS! Posted by STU on :
Issue #2 wasn't at my CBS today! (And I forgot to ask the guys there whether they'd gotten it and sold out...)
Did I miss it? Or did it not come out today?
Posted by Pov on :
I haven't made it to my shop to grab it, but Lone Star has it listed as being available as of yesterday. I'll have to call Jo at lunchtime and see if there's a copy or two she can hold for me.
Didja see Liberty Meadows 34 came out this week??? Posted by icefire on :
I got issue 2 yesterday!! Very good second issue!!!! I'm really liking some of these characters and the artwork is AWESOME!!!!
Posted by STU on :
Drat! Looks like I missed it last week. There were a couple of empty slots in the "new releases" rack, and I should have guessed that this was one of them. Posted by Lightning Lad on :
Stu, I'll take a look at my shop and see if they have an extra I can send to you.
Posted by STU on :
Thanks, Scott! That would be cool. Posted by icefire on :
I'll also see if can get another copy!!!!
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
AARRGGHH! Not only did my shop not have an extra copy for Stu, they informed me they wouldn't be getting the series until, at the earliest, issue # 3. So I missed # 2 as well.
I've got to get into a subscription service.
Posted by STU on :
Thanks for checking, Scott.
When I went by my store today, they confirmed that they'd gotten a "few" issues last week and sold out in a matter of hours. They said they'd try to reorder, but I don't know how optimistic I am. Posted by icefire on :
Hey guys I'll se if I can locate a couple of copies!!!!
Posted by STU on :
Cool! Cool as Ice. Posted by Lightning Lad on :
That would be great Icee!
And Stu, I got the book today. THANKS! Posted by STU on :
You're very welcome! I hope you like it.
And boy, is that mail service speedy or what? Posted by Lightning Lad on :
Especially between your place and Utah. Not quite next door.
I'm reading it right now so I'll let you all know what I think of it soon.
Posted by icefire on :
I should be able to find some copies!
Posted by STU on :
quote:Originally posted by Lightning Lad: Especially between your place and Utah. Not quite next door.
Yeah -- gotta love that threshold technology! Posted by icefire on :
I had my comic shop order 2 exta copies Of #2 and extras of the rest of the series!
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
quote:Originally posted by icefire: I had my comic shop order 2 exta copies Of #2 and extras of the rest of the series!
I Icey!
Posted by icefire on :
No problem!!!!
Posted by STU on :
You really are the coolest, Icey.
Much thanks! Posted by icefire on :
quote:Originally posted by STU: You really are the coolest, Icey.
Much thanks!
AWWWWW! SHUCKS!!!!!
Posted by Pov on :
Lone Star lists #3 with their comics arriving TODAY! FYI!!! Posted by STU on :
WTF?!
I got to my CBS today 15 minutes after they put the books up, and there was no WildGuard anywhere in sight!
Not only that, but the guy at the counter didn't say anything about a new WG being out today, despite the fact that I'd asked him just a few days earlier to put it on my subscription list...! Posted by Lightning Lad on :
quote:Originally posted by STU: WTF?!
I got to my CBS today 15 minutes after they put the books up, and there was no WildGuard anywhere in sight!
Not only that, but the guy at the counter didn't say anything about a new WG being out today, despite the fact that I'd asked him just a few days earlier to put it on my subscription list...!
I know the feeling Stu. My shop is still claiming that the books won't start coming in until next month which is, what, issue #4? Plus they tell me that there will more than likey be no back issues to order and that I'll have to wait for a trade, should one be done.
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Posted by STU on :
I'm guess I'm just going to have to admit it...
Me and this book... it just wasn't meant to be... Posted by Pov on :
This definitely came out today-- My CBS guy set aside their last copy for me, bless him! Hope you guys are as lucky!
I ended up ordering #2 from Lone Star, and my subscription service catches up with #4. Loving this title! Posted by Pov on :
Scott, were you able to get this tonight? How 'bout you, Stuey?
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
Nope. My shop told me when I first walked in that they had been shorted and Diamond would be sending issues out later, if they still had any.
Posted by STU on :
My store actually did something right for once, and not only back-ordered #2, but also ordered a reasonable number of copies of #3 -- enough for both Scott and myself. Posted by Bevis on :
Heh heh, #3 was one of the high points of what was a bloody good week for comics (Wonder Woman #198, Lucifer #44, Birds of Prey #61 and Legion: SF&O). I'm loving Nauck's story and art and the fact that he's managed to make so many of the characters have defined personalities and powers is a huge credit to his skill. Sure there are some who we've barely seen and some who've had way more development but that's sort of inevitable with a cast of... well, I guess a hundred or so.
As for who is going to be in the final five.... oooh. Well Jun-Go, Ignacia and Red Rover (who is my fave) seem to be pretty damn likely to be in there since they've had the most screen time. Strongbot and Toughlon seem to have had a fair amount of screen time too so I wouldn't count either of them out. Four members of the team we know have been pre-picked so we should be able to guess who they are. I reckon it's two men and two women, so Jun-go, Red Rover, Ignacia and... ooh, maybe Wannabe. Loved her having a change of costume. That made me laugh. Or maybe Astro Girl, but her first appearance was a little suspicious.
Oh, and I *loved* Jun-Go's origin. he he he he. Bet Nauck had a whale of a time drawing those couple of pages. And what's with Strongbot? He's gonna be really weeny isn't he? Weeny but strong.
Posted by Bevis on :
Just been thinking and I think possibly Feezerburn might be one of the pre-picked four. He's not had nearly as much screen time as Jun-Go, Ignacia or Red Rover, but he does still stick out from the crowd. Although I guess he'd also be duplicating Igancia's powers which would make her redundant since he also has cold powers. Hmmm....
And we don't even find out till February. oooh, this whole waiting thing is so unfair. Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
I'm losing hope that my pick, Patrol Man, won't make the cut Posted by Pov on :
I'm feeling the same way about The Shingle's chances, Drake.
.
Posted by Greybird on :
Todd Nauck will be appearing in person once again at my local store, Metropolis Comics, in east suburban Los Angeles County. Click for details and store address. Here's the announcement from their e-letter:
"Our old pals, Todd Nauck (Teen Titans GO! and WildGuard) and Black Olive (Outlook: Grim) have new books coming out a week apart, and will both be appearing together at our store on FRIDAY, DEC. 5th from 5pm until 8pm! They are both very cool and will sketch and sign for you - they'll have plenty of copies of WildGuard, Teen Titans GO! and Outlook: Grim for ya, too. If they don't, the store will have copies, so you can get whatever you want and have them sign for you! Come early - we had a huge crowd last time!"
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
quote:Originally posted by STU: My store actually did something right for once, and not only back-ordered #2, but also ordered a reasonable number of copies of #3 -- enough for both Scott and myself.
Have I mentioned lately how much I Stu? Got the books in the mail the other day.
Stu!
Posted by STU on :
You're welcome! Posted by Greybird on :
Bump for Todd Nauck's appearance Friday afternoon in Downey, California. (See above.) If you're coming, e-mail me today -- I'd like to meet LW'ers.
Posted by STU on :
What was Todd like, Grey? And did he say anything about his upcoming plans?
Posted by the boy with UltraPowers on :
i still haven't seen this comic !!!
what issue is it up to, now ???
i forget to ask at my CBS for this title ....
..... i may have just missed seeing it, there [ i'll take a look next time !! ]
Matthew.
Posted by the boy with UltraPowers on :
quote:Originally posted by STU: What was Todd like, Grey? And did he say anything about his upcoming plans?
yeah !!
did he do any sketches for you ??
Matthew.
Posted by Greybird on :
I didn't go to the signing -- still beset with my flu aftereffects. (And my brother's ... roommates, y'know.) If I'd heard from anyone around here who'd have gone, though, would have dragged my bones outta here to the store to meet 'em.
Nauck was friendly and open about his career on his earlier visit -- I posted notes on page 2 of this thread. They expected crowds in a smallish shop, more than before, so last night they were officially ending the appearance one hour before closing time, to allow for chatting and finishing sketches.
Posted by icefire on :
Guess Jung-Go won't make the cut now will he???
Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
Good riddance to bad loin cloth, imo. More interesting was Strongbot's real appearance -- he looks much better stripped down. Since my pick Patrol Man most likely won't make it, I'm hoping for Strongbot and Astro Girl. Ignacia seems like a shoe-in though I hope she gets new clothes -- even if she changes into different kinds of street outfits during the series that would be cool.
Posted by icefire on :
Yeah! I think Ignacia is in but I can't figure out who the others will be!!!!
Posted by Bevis on :
The only one that I'm still sure of really is Ignacia. Just the fact that she's been the focus of the series so far in a lot of ways means I'd be surprised if she isn't picked. But then again I didn't expect Jun-Go to be a baddie either so you never know. Even if she doesn't make the grade though she's bound to be a supporting character still. I wouldn't be surprised if quite a few characters who don't make the final five still stick around to a certain extent.
I've just got my fingers crossed that red Rover still makes it in as well. I suspect he might be in the pre-picked four already but couldn't say for certain.
Posted by STU on :
Even though he barely did a thing up until this last issue, I liked the heroic efforts put forth by Travel Agent (at the urging of Ignacia). Plus, I like the name; I like teleporters; and I think the idea of a super-hero running around in a sport coat, vest, and glasses is kind of neat.
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Posted by icefire on :
Freezerburn is my fave!!!!
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Posted by Bevis on :
OK, so #5 is out and we're down to twelve contestants, four of whom are going to be on the team (plus the wild card fifth member who could be anyone).
I'm so loving this series. Todd Nauck is obviously having huge amounts of fun with the premis but is also coming up with a really great story as well. I had assumed that it was mostly going to be a sort of pastich of TV talent shows, which would have worn thin very quickly, but by actually concentrating more on superhero adventures he's managed to keep my interest well and truly up and also create a whole load of great characters.
So who's going to make the cut? Well I still think that Ignacia and Red Rover are on the team for sure (although I was the same about Jun-Go so I could be completely and utterly wrong).
Who's left? Lili-Hammer, Freezerburn, Strong Bot, Toughlon, Shrubling, Conductra, Snapback, American Idol, Asro-Girl (I think that's her name) and Exploding Girl (um, again I think that's her name). I kinda hope Lili-Hammer makes it on the team just because of her fabulous comedy accent. A very silly joke but it still made me laugh all through the last issue. Plus it's always good to have a bit of tension on a team.
Freezerburn I really like and he has very cool powers but he's really not had as much screen time as some of the other characters so he might not get in. Still I think he's more likely than Astro-Girl, Exploding Girl and American Idol who have really only been background characters so far. Apart from that wierd bit with Astro-Girl a few issues back on the alien ship where she kind of didn't seem to know about the whole casting call thing. Might be something more to her there. Conductra has been fairly background too, but I do like her a lot.
Snapback I think could well be on the team as well. He's had a fair amount of character development, and Strong-bot has too. Dammit, I just don't know.
I'm gonna make a guess at the four members from these twelve though and say Ignacia, Red Rover, Lili-Hammer and ..... Freezerburn. But I could be completely wrong.
As for the fifth member... well it could be almost anyone. I quite liked Shingle and thought he had a pretty cool power to boot. Another four weeks to wait though. Bugger.
By the way, anyone know if this is going to be an on-going after the Casting Call mini finishes? I do hope so.
Posted by STU on :
I loved the interchange between Lily Hammer and American Icon:
"Don't let jealousy make you the bad girl on the block."
"Why dohn't I jüst knahck your blahck ahff?!"
"That would be unamerican."
. . .
"Ünd who wears their cahstüme all the time?!?"
Posted by Bevis on :
Ooh, and the little 'Scrubs' bit as well. That made me snort out loud (with laughter of course).
Posted by Povvin the Martian on :
quote:Originally posted by Bevis: By the way, anyone know if this is going to be an on-going after the Casting Call mini finishes? I do hope so.
I'm pretty certain there's going to be an on-going WILDGUARD series after Casting Call wraps up. I'll have to look in on Todd's site for any news; I'm kinda confused about his schedule, as he continues to work on the Teen Titans Go! book-- at least, number 5 is solicited with him as artist. But yes, I agree... it'd be a shame if Wildguard didn't continue. So much fun! Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
quote:Originally posted by Bevis: I had assumed that it was mostly going to be a sort of pastich of TV talent shows, which would have worn thin very quickly, but by actually concentrating more on superhero adventures he's managed to keep my interest well and truly up and also create a whole load of great characters. ... I kinda hope Lili-Hammer makes it on the team just because of her fabulous comedy accent.
Those two comments pretty much sum up my feelings while reading the book!
I have a feeling one of the characters we've been getting to know if going to end up sacrificing themselves before this is over (Ignacia maybe?). I'm pulling for Strongbot now that he's trimmed down. I'm still keeping my fingers crossed for Patrol Man, but I don't think he even got any lines, so that's a big longshot.
Posted by STU on :
What are Patrol Man's powers?
I like both Ignacia and Freezerburn, but I don't think they're going to have two characters on the team who both have fire powers (even though one of them has other powers as well).
I wonder whether the "stats" shown in this issue were based at all on the actual voting...
Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
quote:Originally posted by STU: What are Patrol Man's powers?
Flight, energy projection, enhanced strength. Not too exciting, but I like the way he looks and the fact that he was once part of an intergalactic police force.
Posted by Povvin the Martian on :
Issue 5 was great. Very cool to see alot of the earlier rejects being used... it'd be a shame for some of them to only be one-off characters. I can't wait to see how Todd wraps it all up!
Posted by His imperial majesty, STU on :
Aren't you supposed to be quacking or something? Posted by Poverty Duck on :
I am quacking. You must be quacking up... Posted by Lightning Lad on :
Todd has announced plans on upcoming Wildguard projects. From today's Comics Continuum:
quote:With the sixth and final issue of Image Comics' WildGuard: Casting Call in stores on Wednesday, creator Todd Nauck told The Continuum to look for more WildGuard comics later this year.
A one-shot later this year will be followed by a four-issue mini-series.
"In the one-shot, it's a chance for the readers to try to get to know the five characters better," Nauck said. "People seem to be enjoying the book and I want to keep telling stories with the characters."
There will also be a trade paperback collecting Casting Call, and Nauck said that, with extras, it will be 200 pages.
Follow the link for a preview of issue #6.
[ March 24, 2004, 08:44 AM: Message edited by: Lightning Lad ]
Posted by Pov on :
I'm so psyched to hear some definite news on Wild Guard continuing. Thanks, Scott! The preview pages look great. I can't wait to get this with my sub books. Actually, if there's an alternate cover, my local CBS guy has been putting one aside for me-- I may have to pick this up sooner...
And I don't usually buy TPB's, but I'll be veeeery interested to see what the extras are.
I Todd Nauck!
Posted by DrakeB3003 on :
****SPOILERS FOR FINAL LINEUP**** I was a bit disappointed that strong-bot didn't get on the team. After it became clear my initial choice patrol man was't getting any face time in the book, strong-bot became my fav after he got rid of the bulky facade. astro girl was another one of my favs, but she didn't make it either. It was interesting to see that patrol man ranked 7th, higher than two of the predetermined finalists and that snapback had pretty poor numbers -- guess he'll have to prove himself to the readership then.
It could be an interesting story where the contestants find out how they fared with the audience and maybe see snapback's reaction to being picked above so many higher vote-getters.
Posted by icefire on :
I love this series and am glad that it will continue and Freezerburn got in yay!!!!!
Posted by Varalent on :
SPOILER . . . . . . . . . .
Is that the Empress' Emerald Eye of Ekron making a guest appearance on those preview pages?
Posted by MLLASH on :
I've just read this entire thread and am VERY disappointed in myself for not looking into this sooner. It sounds like something I would have thoroughly enjoyed.
I noticed my CBS had copies of issues 4 5 & 6 but I don't want to miss the first 3 issues.
I will absolutely be getting this in TPB as soon as it comes out!
Posted by icefire on :
Lash get this you will Love it!!!!!!
Posted by Monkey Eater Lad on :
I ended up liking the series quite a bit. My early favorites were The Shingle, Power Temp, and Freezer Burn. Some of the characters are a little goofy (IV or 4) but I generally like what he had going on. I posted this in another thread, but I met Todd and his wife at Wizard World LA and got this from his: http://kevinaleung.home.comcast.net/special_sketches_MELad.jpg I still remembers a lot of Legionnaires and was able to draw Tenzil from scratch.
Posted by Pov on :
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YJ boards. I definitely wanna give this a look-see and possibly continue to support his career. There was a full-page ad in the back of Liberty Meadows 33, but it's in black n' white. I'll have to visit the WG site, even if I don't vote... ![[Smile]](smile.gif)
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) and Night Harpy because she looks very cool. Plus I like Jun-Go coz he's pretty sexy and Toughlon because his costume, despite being silly, is also kinda sexy. Who can resist a big hunky man wearing a high cut leotard? I think I might wait until the next issue to decide though to see if any of the other characters I like get a chance to show their character a bit more.
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