Siege: Embedded

Siege: Embedded #1

I really liked this cuz we get to see exactly how Norman is trying to manipulate the media, and how Urich is trying to stop him. It seems like Urich will uncover all of Norman's lies and deceit that went into crafting his invasion of Asgard, probably exposing the U-Foes and Norman as the true perpetrators of the Chicago disaster. This mini should be a perfect compliment to the main series. Plus, a Urich and Volstagg team up is worth the price itself.

Oh and Norman trying to use the "Glenn Beck" archetype character Todd Keller was awesome! It really shows how easily the public can be manipulated by loony toon TV pundits.

Siege: Embedded #1

This was okay. Nothing special, but I'm still glad I got it. I love Ben Urich and having him have a hand in bringing Norman down will be great.

Siege: Embedded #1

As I stated earlier in my Siege review, I really enjoyed this. Having this act of terror be viewed through the eyes of two disparing media outlets is a treat. I was never really a fan of the Frontline books, even going so far as to skip them when reading an event in trade. Not Embedded. If not for this issue, my outlook on Siege would really look low. Thankfully, not all, but many of my problems with the impact of the Soldier Field Disaster are now explained. It's not that I, myself, needed the explaining; it's that I wanted to see the fall-out from the eyes of anyone other than solely Norman and the Avengers. What does the city think? The country?

Brian Reed really whips up a wonderful script. Although Volstagg walking around Chicago after this incident--with no military or police in sight--is definitely odd, the rest of the book adds enough humor and detailed importance to what otherwise seemed like a too-brief read in Siege #1. With pretty, descriptive art to boot, this tie-in might be worth your hard-earned cash. It definitely filled in many of the 'holes for me.

3.5/5 Bags&Boards - Nothing too memorable, albeit enjoyable enough to help enthuse the experience that is Siege.

LOOSECANNON wrote:Siege: Embedded #1

If not for this issue, my outlook on Siege would really look low. Thankfully, not all, but many of my problems with the impact of the Soldier Field Disaster are now explained. It's not that I, myself, needed the explaining; it's that I wanted to see the fall-out from the eyes of anyone other than solely Norman and the Avengers. What does the city think? The country?

I've got the issue in front of me right now and I see about 2 pages devoted to the impact of the disaster so I'm not seeing what you're seeing at all.

I guess the point of this book now is going to be about media manipulation but I'm just going to have a big problem with that. The President told Osborn to stand down and he has attacked Asgard. This should no longer be about media manipulation. This should be about Osborn now defying his country's leader and, in fact, breaking the law.

I guess my suspension of belief has been broken.

Aussiemandias wrote:

LOOSECANNON wrote:Siege: Embedded #1

If not for this issue, my outlook on Siege would really look low. Thankfully, not all, but many of my problems with the impact of the Soldier Field Disaster are now explained. It's not that I, myself, needed the explaining; it's that I wanted to see the fall-out from the eyes of anyone other than solely Norman and the Avengers. What does the city think? The country?

I've got the issue in front of me right now and I see about 2 pages devoted to the impact of the disaster so I'm not seeing what you're seeing at all.

I guess the point of this book now is going to be about media manipulation but I'm just going to have a big problem with that. The President told Osborn to stand down and he has attacked Asgard. This should no longer be about media manipulation. This should be about Osborn now defying his country's leader and, in fact, breaking the law.

I guess my suspension of belief has been broken.

Will you wait to see what the President's response will be or have you already made up your mind?

Bigtymin504 wrote:

Aussiemandias wrote:

LOOSECANNON wrote:Siege: Embedded #1

If not for this issue, my outlook on Siege would really look low. Thankfully, not all, but many of my problems with the impact of the Soldier Field Disaster are now explained. It's not that I, myself, needed the explaining; it's that I wanted to see the fall-out from the eyes of anyone other than solely Norman and the Avengers. What does the city think? The country?

I've got the issue in front of me right now and I see about 2 pages devoted to the impact of the disaster so I'm not seeing what you're seeing at all.

I guess the point of this book now is going to be about media manipulation but I'm just going to have a big problem with that. The President told Osborn to stand down and he has attacked Asgard. This should no longer be about media manipulation. This should be about Osborn now defying his country's leader and, in fact, breaking the law.

I guess my suspension of belief has been broken.

Will you wait to see what the President's response will be or have you already made up your mind?

Fair enough - I should probably wait to see what happens next. Being judgmental too soon and all that.

So you need to read this to see people's reactions? No thanks. I'll just get the main Siege issues and the comics I already buy, no more Marvel tie ins! (or a lot less) please....

I actually enjoyed this a lot more than the actual Seige #1. I haven't read any of the previous Front Line mini-series, but I like the human angle this mini is adding to the event. Plus, I love Ben Urich's character. Maybe I'll check out the trades of the previous minis.

Embedded was good, and had a nice Front Line feel to it, I always like when they show the dynamic between humans and the superpowers. Volstagg has never been a favorite of mine but I like his presence in this book.

#2 was a good read. Its interesting to see Norman's plan with the embedded journalists giving him positive press. Then the HAMMER crack down scene was badass...Volstagg on a Goblin Glider is just pure win! Also really liking the art by Chris Samnee, he captures emotion and facial expressions really well.

S: Embedded #2

Another win! I honestly thought the issue would end when H.A.M.M.E.R. patrolmen stopped Urich's van once they figured Volstagg was riding along. Nope. And oh, Volstagg goes riding--on a Goblin Glider for heaven, err Asgard's sakes! While the ending may seem a little contrived, and the "biased" reporting cliche, I really admired Brian Reed's characters. Todd Keller actually didn't like the fact he's forced to tell corporate-laden news, perhaps for no more reason than his ego. I also like that Ben Urich's stooped to interviewing common folk, and the slapstick between him, Will and Volstagg is priceless. If you don't crack a few smiles between the American Woman magazine/pork rinds and "this is why you don't do TV" segments, you haven't a heart.

I was afraid there'd be a quick copout, with another event tie-in disappointing with its $4 price tag but I was proven wrong. This series is proven to be key in garnering response from everyone not involved with the war. Who am I fooling, everyone in Broxton is IN the war. And seeing it fly overhead makes Embedded more than a simple report.

3.5/5 Bags&Boards - Highly enjoyable tie-in that further expands the reason why we're all reading Siege in the first place. Artist Chris Samnee is a surprise star.

#3 was just meh. I guess I was disappointed that Volstagg was nowhere to be found...looks like his story is just transferring over to the Thor tie-in. But it'll be interesting to see what role Urich plays in exposing Norman, and if/when Todd Keller ultimately comes around after he learns the truth...

Siege Embedded #3

So this is where we get our best view of the fall of Asgard. The lack of Volstag does make this book less entertaining by far. All you really get with this one is some interaction between Ulrich and the sell-out reporter that was in Norman's pocket. It was pretty much uneventful and unlike the other 2 books, didn't seem to add much to the story. I'm kinda glad the camera man didn't get splattered in al the mess and Ulrich almost reminds you of Bruce Willis in Unbreakable as he survives a helicoptor crash unscathed. This was definately a meh issue.

2 out of 5 floating city's hitting the ground.

Quick summary of #3 for me - AWFUL.

HA! I was wondering why no one responded to me when I placed this in the WRONG thread (Siege):


Siege: Embedded #3

As a huge fan/supporter of the first couple issues, this came at a surprise. Issue #3 of Embedded is just pointless, sloppy and stupid.

1/5 Bags&Boards - The Worst Comic Book of the Year