Brian K Vaughan and Adrian Alphona leave Runaways

[Adem]

Article (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=83023)

Well this news sort of ruined my day.

[Hi-Fi]

God, that ruined my day and probably my year.

Seriously, I feel betrayed now. I can't believe it.

So pissed right now its not even funny.

If Zeb Wells is the new writer I'll be really mad.

I'm so disappointed right now...



I wonder how this book will survive cancelation now. The new creative team NEEDS to be REALLY good.

[Beast]

I think Zeb Wells has done a fine job capturing the characters in the YA/Runaways Crossover. That said, I know who I would totally lose bladder control over on the book. Nunzio DeFillips and Christina Weir. :D

[drwho]

Sorry, it just doesnt make sense to me that both would leave at the same time. The artst didnt need brian to work on the book. Something is fishy.

[chickrockguitar]

Yeah, I read that today. As a big fan, it's kind off pissed me off.

*sighs*

I wonder if Mike Norton will take over for the art. I like his style for Runaways.

[Violently Apathetic]

*shrugs* Eh, you know as much as people say Runaways is BKV's 'baby' I don't think new blood will hurt. I've said before that I love the concept of the Runaways but BKV's writing tends to leave me cold so I'm interested in seeing what another writer can do. Of course I suppose I'm in the minority as most seem to find his writing charming...

[Jessica Drew]

I think Zeb Wells has done a fine job capturing the characters in the YA/Runaways Crossover. That said, I know who I would totally lose bladder control over on the book. Nunzio DeFillips and Christina Weir. :D

Fantastic idea! Tell 'em to call Quesada RIGHT NOW! Immediately! This MUST happen! Not that I'm happy that BKV is leaving (I'm not), but if he must be replaced, then....

[Cayman]

It's really sad that they are leaving, but I have to give BKV and Adrian Alphona props for creating one of the best Marvel books ever. I've especially enjoyed seeing Alphona's progression as an artist over the course of the series. I think he's fantastic.

[Sandoz]

I have mixed feelings about this.

On one hand, Runaways is definitely BKV and Adrian's baby, and the sour taste left in my mouth by Runaways/Young Avengers makes me apprehensive about the book being handled by anyone else.

On the other hand, I think the last few arcs have been missing a crucial something, though I'm not sure what that something is. If BKV wants to leave the book before he feels that the quality has declined, I respect that and hope that the new creative team can inject something fresh into the book.

Also, (and I know that some people will cry "Blasphemy!") I really, really want Gert and Alex to come back from the dead, and that probably has a better chance of happening under new writers. ;)

[Armless Penguin]

Well, this is extremely surprising and not the least bit joyful, :(

That said, I'm hoping for a new creative team who can continue the caliber of work that's long been produced on the title. I'm kind of if-y on BKV's "you guys will be thrilled is probably an understatement," but that's probably just ironic memories from him saying, before it had really even started, how lucky we were to get Kirkman on Ultimate X-Men following his run.

[Young Avenger]

Say it isn't so :( This news ruined my day. BKV and Adrian made Runaways a modern classic. The next creative team better kick ass.

[drwho]

Say it isn't so :( This news ruined my day. BKV and Adrian made Runaways a modern classic. The next creative team better kick ass.

Don't worry Tom Defalco and Rob Lefield are on the way.:p On that note I cant think of anyone currently in the marvel stable that would do this book well and marvel has a history of killing books with crappy creators. Maybe they can get louise on this or something.

[Young Avenger]

Don't worry Tom Defalco and Rob Lefield are on the way.:p On that note I cant think of anyone currently in the marvel stable that would do this book well and marvel has a history of killing books with crappy creators. Maybe they can get louise on this or something.

How dare you bring up Rob Leifield!?

I can think of a few people currently on the Marvel stable that can do the series. If BKV has to be replaced I would like Sean McKeever become the new writer.

[tjarvis]

This blows, I absolutely adore the Runaways.

On the other hand, I'm wondering something.

I believe Joss has just about finished his run on Astonishing, and is probably the biggest fan supporter of this book out there. What are the odds of seeing Whedon take over the book for a short time?

[Michael P]

This blows, I absolutely adore the Runaways.

On the other hand, I'm wondering something.

I believe Joss has just about finished his run on Astonishing, and is probably the biggest fan supporter of this book out there. What are the odds of seeing Whedon take over the book for a short time?
Nah, I'd like Runaways to stay monthly.

[Armless Penguin]

This blows, I absolutely adore the Runaways.

On the other hand, I'm wondering something.

I believe Joss has just about finished his run on Astonishing, and is probably the biggest fan supporter of this book out there. What are the odds of seeing Whedon take over the book for a short time?

That's a good point, especially since BKV literally drools over himself in Whedon's presence. :p

Nah, I'd like Runaways to stay monthly.

This is true. I love Whedon and all, but he does have a tendency (hee!) to run late.

[mattbib]

Disappointing, but it'll be interesting to see who, if anyone, carries on the series.

As for Nunzio and Christina, I enjoyed their New Mutants but I don't know that their voice would work for me on Runaways.

[cyclops2500]

Man, this is a serious downer. BKV is one of favorite writers. His dialogue is terrific and the plots are always unexpected. I hope the new team doesn't kill these characters. It would make me very sad.

[Babylon23]

While it's a shame to see Vaughan leaving the book, it's a credit to his writing ability that he's created a group of well-developed, 3 dimensional characters with clearly defined motivations and personalities. With such excellent groundwork already laid, it shouldn't be too hard for any writer to come onto the book.

[Patient Boy]

Well, I certainly wasn't expecting this, at least not this soon. I'll see how well the next writer does and if not, at least I'll be able to save some money every month.

[Dark Traveller]

I wonder what he'll be working on next.
His Dr Strange mini is coming out shortly.
I wonder if they're waiting to see how well that sells.
He could be doing a quirky Super group containing Dr Strange.
There was mention of this being on the cards recently (Dr strange in a group that is).
I don't think a writer was named for it though.

[streator]

how well does runaways sell now?
i'm assuming the title's main pull is vaughn.
hopefully the title can survive after he leaves as that was his original intention (to create viable characters).

[DarkCrisis]

Nnnnoooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!1

[stealthwise]

Well, I'm out. I'll finish up their run in digest form.

And I agree, the book hasn't quite been the same since the relaunch.

[DarkCrisis]

I read it cause the characters and story are good. I love Molly, shes so awesome.

I'm just afraid Marvel will stick some no-talent hack on it and kill it.

[Faded]

This sucks.

By all means, I do not expect or want the Runaways to end with its creators, but this news is very crushing. Like Hi-Fi, I feel betrayed. :( This is one creative change I am very unhappy with. :( :(

[Deathstroke]

Just a bit of depressing news on a basically boring day.

[Faded]

BKV is mean! :mad: :mad: :mad:

*runs off in a tantrum*

[Babylon23]

Unfortunately, this is the very approach that will end up killing the book. If fans leave the book due to a change in creative teams, sales will slump and the book will be cancelled.

The fact is, no creative team stays around forever. If people are fans of the characters, and want to see the title survive, they need to support it.

Imagine what would have happened if people stopped reading Spider-Man when Ditko left.

[drwho]

I'm just praying we dont end up with someone like skottie young on this book or ramos although it would be interesting to see what bachalo could do on this book.

[Armless Penguin]

I wonder what he'll be working on next.
His Dr Strange mini is coming out shortly.
I wonder if they're waiting to see how well that sells.
He could be doing a quirky Super group containing Dr Strange.
There was mention of this being on the cards recently (Dr strange in a group that is).
I don't think a writer was named for it though.

He has said several times that he'd like to focus on more creator owned books, so I doubt he'd be writing something like that. But you never know.

[Beast]

I'm just praying we dont end up with someone like skottie young on this book or ramos although it would be interesting to see what bachalo could do on this book.
Knowing Bachalo's work, I'd say be confusing and chaotic with random particles.

[Young Avenger]

Knowing Bachalo's work, I'd say be confusing and chaotic with random particles.

His X-Men work is confusing but I think he would be awesome on Runaways. His covers for issue 7 and 8 were great.

[drwho]

At least he has a giant frog he could draw and it would make sense being there for a change:p

[Atom_basher]

im over the top pissed right now

[lordlad]

Sean Mckeever. And hopefilly, he will bring in the Justin character he created in his Sentinel series to the Runaways.

[TimmyTony]

Dan Slott would be so absolutely perfect for this.

And yes, he can do dark comics, black comedy, action-packed extravaganzas and witty, clever dialogue with the best of them...Slott is not just about comedy or light-hearted stuff...

Now get him and Juan Bobillo ASAP

[Gonzogoose]

I'm as upset by this as anyone as Runaways is one of my favorite books, but with them staying on until issue 24 that means they've been with the book a total of about 3 and a half years including the first volume, so I can't really complain.

I'd say the two are going to work together on something else, or at least I hope that's the case. I just hope whoever comes onto the book does it justice and stays with it for at least a year.

[Will.S]

Nooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!

[Vegetarian Goat]

Why??? WHYYYYYYY??????????????????????????

[daletron]

this really sucks....they're the perfect match for this book.. WHY WHY WHY ^__^

i'll give the new creative team a FAIR chance, if not i'll drop it after the first new arc

[twilight]

What a fitting piece of news on an already shitty day.

I'm almost certain it's going to be canned without BKV at the helm.

[wilsonRfrost]

i have to say that my first reaction was a sigh of sheer terror. i dont know why since i gather from past interviews that he (BKV) is on the way out... i guess i just hoped it will be in issue 51 (not including numbering from season 1)...
with that say i hope dan slott will take over - they did said he has something after civil war and it fits no?
sean mckeever - as much as i like him has a history of cancelled books, including after taking over BKV (mystique...:() so its a mixed thing.
as for artist. bachalo is my favorite choice too but i always wanted to see duncan realu (sp) drawing those characters.

anyway. im going to keep reading. i'm sad. but if the stories keep being good
and maybe even better if possible then it's fine.
maybe alphona could come back for 50.

[Swingkid570]

Well, depending on how they get to replace BKV, there's another Marvel book off my pull list.

:mad:

[The Sword Is Drawn]

Ah bum. :(

This is bad news.

I don't know that it would work so well without Brian.

[Majinlex]

I think I may have inadvertantly caused this to happen.
Y'see I was thinking to myself this morning, "When BKV says that he wants to have someone take over Runaways when he leaves, does that mean he's planning on leaving soon? And if so, when would that be? Issue 60? 100? 24?"
Scary thing is I actually thought 24
So there you have it. Sorry everybody, and I promise in the future to only use my reality warping powers for good. :p

[Sentinel K]

Billy bollocks.

Even though he'd always said he'd want it to continue after he left, I'd always assumed he had long term plans for the book. Like at least another 2 - 3 years.

I guess not. :(

[Ryan K]

Very dissapointing news.

I imagine I'll give whoever the new creative team is a try, but I've always said that I'm not really interested in reading Runaways without Brian K. Vaughan as the writer.

[Tennoarashi]

This almost ruined my day yesterday (when I found out).

I can imagine teams who could take it over - but.... no.:(

[The Fury]

......WHAT?!!

Well, *BEEP*

[CMBMOOL]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!! :( :( :(

What is this world coming to ? :mad:

[Wild Card13]

The only writer I can think of who could do the book justice is Whedon...Heinberg could I guess, but it might end up too much like his own Young Avengers book.

Well, let's hope Joss gets the job, shall we?

[Beast]

The only writer I can think of who could do the book justice is Whedon...Heinberg could I guess, but it might end up too much like his own Young Avengers book.

Well, let's hope Joss gets the job, shall we?
Whedon can barely meet his deadlines now. Besides, I'd rather Runaways didn't read like Buffy.

[Young Avenger]

With BKV gone, my worst fears may be realized. What if...Molly becomes an X-character? I really hope that doesn't happen. :(

[1WEBHEAD]

With BKV gone, my worst fears may be realized. What if...Holly becomes an X-character? I really hope that doesn't happen. :(

You mean Molly?!:eek:

BKV how could you..:( ......with you not wRiting the runaways is like.....no.....you cant leave........YOU WONT!!!:evilsmile

[Young Avenger]

You mean Molly?!:eek:

Yea Molly.

*fixes post*

[milly3cat]

This is bad news

The runaways / young avengers cross over is terrible,

the book will go down if it is like that.

[kloudsurfer]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!

This is horrible news. Runaways is my absolute favourite comic ever. I cant imagine runaways without BKV and Alphona. They MADE Runaways what it is today. An original, unique and amazing comic. Without them it will just be another comic. Unless they find someone really, really good. Even if they do,no one else will be able to live up to that standard.

[Sandoz]

Well, I hope that people will at least give the new writing team a chance instead of automatically dropping the book after #24. If the readers love the characters and want them to have a place in the Marvel universe, then it is essential that the book survives after Brian K. Vaughan.

[DarkCrisis]

I plan to keep reading cause I love the characters but I fear a new writer will screw with "the character and tone" to much.

[kloudsurfer]

Ok now that Im over the initial shock, did they say why they were leaving?

[Michael P]

Ok now that Im over the initial shock, did they say why they were leaving?
They don't want to get stale. Greener pastures, and all that jazz.

[wilsonRfrost]

after hearing joe quesada saying that bkv chose his own seccessor
i'm pretty sure he picked zebb welles of new warriors and the young avengers runaways crossover... he did said he was his currently favorite writer.
i think the joss whedon clues are just to tease...
i wish im wrong though...

[Joe Rice]

after hearing joe quesada saying that bkv chose his own seccessor
i'm pretty sure he picked zebb welles of new warriors and the young avengers runaways crossover... he did said he was his currently favorite writer.
i think the joss whedon clues are just to tease...
i wish im wrong though...

I think it's artistically admirable that they're moving on before they get burnt out. It's a great book, due completely to their contributions. There are very, very few writers who would keep me on this book. We'll see.