Secret Avengers

Secret Avengers #6


Another great issue. This is definitely my favorite Avengers book right now (New Avengers is a close second).

The art was so kick ass. If they ever perfect human cloning, I want Deodato to be the first on the list to be cloned. I want him drawing almost every book out there.

Batman25JM wrote:Secret Avengers #6


Another great issue. This is definitely my favorite Avengers book right now (New Avengers is a close second).

Same here - I really am enjoying this comic - and not just a favourite Avengers comic, it's one of my favourite Marvel comics at the moment. I sort of get the feeling Brubaker's really enjoying it too as it's coming through in the writing. Have to say I'm liking the use of additional characters to the usual team in the story arcs - last time it was Nova and this arc looks like it will have Shang-Chi and the Prince of Orphans (a character Brubaker used (maybe created - not sure) during his run on Iron Fist).

I'm also liking this Shadow Council - I've always enjoyed manipulative, big picture villains like this (although I don't know that it's 100% clear just yet that they are out and out villains). I've definitely come to the conclusion, though, that only villains have the arrogance to walk around in big cloaks.

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Agreed on everything. This is one of my favorite Marvel books right now as well (and I'd also put it in my top 10 favorite books period).

Aussiemandias wrote:

Batman25JM wrote:Secret Avengers #6


Another great issue. This is definitely my favorite Avengers book right now (New Avengers is a close second).

Same here - I really am enjoying this comic - and not just a favourite Avengers comic, it's one of my favourite Marvel comics at the moment. I sort of get the feeling Brubaker's really enjoying it too as it's coming through in the writing. Have to say I'm liking the use of additional characters to the usual team in the story arcs - last time it was Nova and this arc looks like it will have Shang-Chi and the Prince of Orphans (a character Brubaker used (maybe created - not sure) during his run on Iron Fist).

I'm also liking this Shadow Council - I've always enjoyed manipulative, big picture villains like this (although I don't know that it's 100% clear just yet that they are out and out villains). I've definitely come to the conclusion, though, that only villains have the arrogance to walk around in big cloaks.

Agreed with you both! Love this book, especially with the way this arc is shaping up. Some real espionage goodness. Not to mention anything with Shang-Chi and Prince of Orphans rules!

Very quickly red, yet very satisfied reader. Hopefully this book becomes a staple for years to come.

LOOSECANNON wrote:Very quickly red, yet very satisfied reader. Hopefully this book becomes a staple for years to come.

Agreed. Loving what Bru is building here. I'm very interested in what the heck's going on with John Steele...as well as learning more about the war-time adventures of Steve and the Prince of Orphans!

Idk, I'm loving Deodato's art more than anything. Who's the Prince of Orphans? seriously

I miss Dark Avengers. I REALLY liked that book. But I suppose the whole deal with that team was that it was meant to implode. Still, the line-up was so entertaining. Secret Avengers is a hodge-podge. I like Ant-Man the most. Isn't that odd?

Secret Avengers #7


Another good issue. I'm loving the story, and the art is just too fantastic for words.

TheBrownLantern wrote:Idk, I'm loving Deodato's art more than anything. Who's the Prince of Orphans? seriously

I miss Dark Avengers. I REALLY liked that book. But I suppose the whole deal with that team was that it was meant to implode. Still, the line-up was so entertaining. Secret Avengers is a hodge-podge. I like Ant-Man the most. Isn't that odd?

Prince of Orphans was introduced late in the Immortal Iron Fist's fun...and Ant-Man is the most "fun" character, for sure. Bru's take on O'Grady should make Kirkman proud.

Bigtymin504 wrote:

LOOSECANNON wrote:Very quickly red, yet very satisfied reader. Hopefully this book becomes a staple for years to come.

Agreed. Loving what Bru is building here. I'm very interested in what the heck's going on with John Steele...as well as learning more about the war-time adventures of Steve and the Prince of Orphans!

Batman25JM wrote:Secret Avengers #7


Another good issue. I'm loving the story, and the art is just too fantastic for words.

Agree with all you guys. This is my favourite Avengers book at the moment - every month I thoroughly enjoy it and I love the larger plot that Brubaker is weaving here. The John Steele stuff he's been building for a long time in the Marvels Project and I can't wait to hear the story of how he got to this point from when he disappeared in WWII and, quite frankly, just what the hell this whole Shadow Council is.

This is one of those classic comics that truly has me hanging out to next issue to find out what's going to happen.

Secret Avengers #8

The excellence continues. Brubaker and Deodato just continue producing one of Marvel's best comics. Every issue I feel like this is part of some really great storyline involving the Shadow Council and I'm loving every minute of it.

Interesting stuff this issue with John Steele really coming on the scene. This whole Shadow Council thing is becoming more and more intriguing. I just can't see John Steele and Max Fury being on the side of the bad guys so they're either being duped or the Shadow Council may be acting on the behalf of the greater good although somewhat misguided. Max even mentions to Sharon that there are secrets being kept from her. Curiouser and curiouser. Anyway it makes them more interesting than the usual villains.

Secret Avengers #8

So damn good. This book is just awesome each month.

I would like to see Moon Knight again soon. I'm missing him.

Actually if there's one criticism I would give of Brubaker's work here (and I'm scrounging to be honest), it's that he doesn't really keep us posted on what's happening with the whole team each issue. Even if it's just a comment or a panel I think it would be handy - not saying each issue has to feature everyone - just a brief reminder of where they are or what they're doing. This is the most minor of minor complaints though.

I actually thought #8 was just okay...not sure why but just didn't love it. Was it just me or did it seem pretty dumb and amateur of Cap to jump into that attack by Shang Chi's father and leave Sharon back on the ship again? Steve should have sniffed that set up out easy if you ask me...

I am still loving the John Steele and Max Fury stuff, dunno what their motives are yet.

Aussiemandias wrote:Secret Avengers #8

The excellence continues. Brubaker and Deodato just continue producing one of Marvel's best comics. Every issue I feel like this is part of some really great storyline involving the Shadow Council and I'm loving every minute of it.

Interesting stuff this issue with John Steele really coming on the scene. This whole Shadow Council thing is becoming more and more intriguing. I just can't see John Steele and Max Fury being on the side of the bad guys so they're either being duped or the Shadow Council may be acting on the behalf of the greater good although somewhat misguided. Max even mentions to Sharon that there are secrets being kept from her. Curiouser and curiouser. Anyway it makes them more interesting than the usual villains.

My guess is that Max and John think the council are working toward some noble goal ,but Max and John are ultimately being deceived. But who knows? I love the way Brubaker is unfolding his plot. Stuff actually happens in this comic. I have some minor problems with the art,but I agree with everyone who gives this comic a positive review. This is my favorite Marvel comic.

Can't wait for the conclusion, love this book <3

Secret Avengers #9

More excellence. This issue confirmed it for me that Max Fury and John Steele must believe the Shadow Council is working towards some greater good.

I'm now getting the distinct feeling that Brubaker is working on a very long run on this book. This doesn't seem like an overarching storyline that will be resolved in the short term. I think one of the reasons I'm really enoying the book is that there is this big, epic storyline feel to what's going on and each of these arcs so far have revealed a little more of what's happening.

Love stuff too where there are plans within plans - eg. Moon Knight infiltrating the Shadow Council ship during the fight.

Secret Avengers #9

Awesome as per usual.

The art was just beyond stellar here. The Steve/Steele fight was just gorgeous.

I'm thrilled to have Moon Knight back.

I agree, it definitely feels like there is an epic storyline going on. I hope that's the case. It's also one of the reasons I love the book so much.

Well now it makes sense why Nick Spencer is writing the 12.1 issue. He's taking over the book starting with issue 13.

He's a good writer, but I'd rather have Brubaker on the book.

comicgeekelly wrote:Well now it makes sense why Nick Spencer is writing the 12.1 issue. He's taking over the book starting with issue 13.

He's a good writer, but I'd rather have Brubaker on the book.

Whaaa??


Well this probably means Bru has another big project in the works...he better.

comicgeekelly wrote:Well now it makes sense why Nick Spencer is writing the 12.1 issue. He's taking over the book starting with issue 13.

He's a good writer, but I'd rather have Brubaker on the book.

What the hell?!?!

Noooooooooooooooo!

I wanted Brubaker on this for the long haul.

I don't think I have ever even heard of Nick Spencer.

Batman25JM wrote:

comicgeekelly wrote:Well now it makes sense why Nick Spencer is writing the 12.1 issue. He's taking over the book starting with issue 13.

He's a good writer, but I'd rather have Brubaker on the book.

What the hell?!?!

Noooooooooooooooo!

I wanted Brubaker on this for the long haul.

I don't think I have ever even heard of Nick Spencer.

LEARN!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nick_Spencer


Here's a question. How SECRET are the Secret Avengers? What makes them so secret?

jaydee74 wrote:

Batman25JM wrote:

comicgeekelly wrote:Well now it makes sense why Nick Spencer is writing the 12.1 issue. He's taking over the book starting with issue 13.

He's a good writer, but I'd rather have Brubaker on the book.

What the hell?!?!

Noooooooooooooooo!

I wanted Brubaker on this for the long haul.

I don't think I have ever even heard of Nick Spencer.

LEARN!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nick_Spencer


Here's a question. How SECRET are the Secret Avengers? What makes them so secret?

I've never read anything by him. I hope he's good.

I hate that Brubaker's going to be gone!!

I thought Spencer was too busy with Morning Glories and THUNDER Agents to write Supergirl, but he's got time for Secret Avengers. Boo! Hiss!

Batman25JM wrote:

comicgeekelly wrote:Well now it makes sense why Nick Spencer is writing the 12.1 issue. He's taking over the book starting with issue 13.

He's a good writer, but I'd rather have Brubaker on the book.

What the hell?!?!

Noooooooooooooooo!

I wanted Brubaker on this for the long haul.

This. After 12.1 or issue 13 I might drop Secret Avengers, if Ed isn't doing it.... I don't know if it's worth investing in Nick Spencer (not familiar with him) I may continue to get Secret Avengers at/after issue 13 but I rather just follow Brubaker to his next big thing.