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@stulach - As a biologist with an M.S. I can completely relate to The Fear about research, except that I've completely abandoned the idea of going into academia/teaching and am settled into the consulting world now. In one sense, The Fear has won in my career path since I'm not doing research for a career, but there's also some satisfaction in environmental consulting and it allows me to pursu...

Absolutes aren't as bad as the Marvel Omnibi in terms of readibility, IMO. While I love Morrison's Nex X-Men, that damn Omnibus is pretty much impossible to read in bed.

Finally someone addresses the financial aspect of buying weekly comics! This is something I've been thinking about a lot lately, and when it comes down to it the simple reason I can't check out many new books or stay current with Marvel AND DC is because I can't afford it. I can't fathom buying as many weekly comics as the iFanboys and many others do...must be spending around $200-300...

Mostly non-superhero books for me this week. Can't wait to read Unwritten and Scalped, then there's also the double dose of Mignola with BPRD and Hellboy. The House of Mystery Halloween Annual also looks to be great with all the talent involved. BQ: I play drums, and have been at it since 1987. Music is probably my primary hobby outside of comics. @vadamowens - Danny Carey does indeed kick as...

Couldn't agree with you more, Mike. If preferring actually browsing and buying physical objects to own from record stores, independent bookstores, and comic shops makes me an old fart, so be it!

Yeah, I just read this last night and was blown away. I haven't read all my books yet, but so far it's either this or Superman: Secret Origin for POTW. I'm really glad I jumped on FF last issue.

Awesome news. This may be my favorite book on the stands right now. Every single issue has been amazing.

As much as I'm getting a bit tired of crime-noir, I can't help but pick this up. Criminal is Brubaker at the top of his game and obviously a labor of love for him.

I always thought Katee Sackhoff would be awesome as Tara. Tara Chace. Kara Thrace. Coincidence? I think not. ;-)

Damn, I wish I were able to analyze and appreciate comic art even a fraction as well as you (and many others on here) do. I'm a scientist by trade so have absolutely no background in the creative arts (besides playing music) and often find myself confused when folks start to talk about and analyze comic book art in depth. Can anyone recommend good reading material to increase my comic book appr...