The Walking Dead

[suttercain]

At least with all the delays, Kirkman has always delivered.

I never find myself saying "I waited two months for this?"

The way the 8th trade ended with His baby and wife being killed, is a tough cliffhanger to take. I agree with your comment, this is one of those books that never disappoint.

[tlunning]

I'm almost always happy with my monthly (or slightly less often) dose of the 'Dead. I think the heart wrenching moments are what tend to get me upset or worked over, but it's a "oh %$@&, no they didn't!"
I'm very attached to this series.

[michaeljsmith]

TWD and Proof are the 2 best books out and they are both from Image.

[Ben Akers]

TWD and Proof are the 2 best books out and they are both from Image.

Agreed.

It says a lot about the Powers that Be at Image and their ability to see potential in certain projects.

[suttercain]

TWD and Proof are the 2 best books out and they are both from Image.

Wait, what the f**k is Proof. Why have I not heard of this title?!?!?!? Tell me more, please.

[Ben Akers]

Wait, what the f**k is Proof. Why have I not heard of this title?!?!?!? Tell me more, please.

There's a Proof sticky thread at the top of the Image Board.

But simply, Proof is one of the best comics currently being published.

Buy the first trade, The Goatsucker, as soon as possible. You won't regret it.

[michaeljsmith]

Wait, what the f**k is Proof. Why have I not heard of this title?!?!?!? Tell me more, please.

Proof is about a government agency that hunts down monsters like fairies, gnomes, and the loch ness monster. Their star agent is none other than Bigfoot.

If you want some previews check on the MySpace page in my sigblock and look in the pictures sectio. There is also a cool introduction video in the video section.

You can read the first issue free online at www.Imagecomics.com and then click on the online comics link.

There is a discussion thread with a sticky at the top of this Image Forum.

[suttercain]

Proof is about a government agency that hunts down monsters like fairies, gnomes, and the loch ness monster. Their star agent is none other than Bigfoot.

If you want some previews check on the MySpace page in my sigblock and look in the pictures sectio. There is also a cool introduction video in the video section.

You can read the first issue free online at www.Imagecomics.com and then click on the online comics link.

There is a discussion thread with a sticky at the top of this Image Forum.

Thanks for the heads up and the Image first issue advice. I just read it and really enjoyed it. I'll definitely be picking up the trade. Thanks again.

[tlunning]

#51.
Wow, Rick. The call. Carl's doing well. I'm liking him more and more with each "post-No One is Safe" yarn.

Should we start new threads for each issue? It seems like a lot of folks read in trades, so I don't want to spoil it, but this appears to be the all-purpose thread.

[ultramandingo]

...........just read cormac mccarthtys - the road - about a father and son in post apocalyptic-o america trying not to get eaten - wonder if kirkman checked it out ?

[michaeljsmith]

#51.
Wow, Rick. The call. Carl's doing well. I'm liking him more and more with each "post-No One is Safe" yarn.

Should we start new threads for each issue? It seems like a lot of folks read in trades, so I don't want to spoil it, but this appears to be the all-purpose thread.

SPOILERS

I like the never ending thread - but to each their own. This issue was without question one of my favorite single issues ever. I love the drama. When Rick walked in the house all I could think is why didn't Carl hear the phone ring. This really shows you how a man could crack under the stress of this situation.

Loved this issue. Rick it is me Lori. :evilsmile:

[bulbasteve]

Yeah I'm really loving these self-contained issue that don't rely on the usual cliff hangers that were going a bit overboard for a while.

[BigBoss]

I know this sounds like not good enough of a reason, but I have to have color, unless I would read this book.

[michaeljsmith]

I know this sounds like not good enough of a reason, but I have to have color, unless I would read this book.

Once you read 2 consecutive issues in one sitting you will change you mind... seriously i get mad now when I see the promos and they have Rick in color... the book works as a black and white

[suttercain]

I know this sounds like not good enough of a reason, but I have to have color, unless I would read this book.

Going to have to agree with Brikhed although I know what you mean. I think a big part of me holding off on the Walking Dead was for that same reason you listed. But after reading so many praises I picked it up and I loved it. Now when I read it I don't even notice there is no color. The B&W works for this title. Not saying that it does with all comics, but it does here.

[ImpulseUCF]

I wouldn't want color for thsi title now. It works spectacularly as a black and white, and I think color would diminish from it.

[suttercain]

I wouldn't want color for thsi title now. It works spectacularly as a black and white, and I think color would diminish from it.

That is racist!

[ImpulseUCF]

LOL! Smartass.:tongue:

[Deep_Sleeper]

I'm reading this comic in two formats. TPB and Hardcover. That's right. That's how much I love the comic. I'm reading it in two collected formats. I have the first three HCs and the 8 TPBs.

I recently got the eighth TPB and read it in one sitting.

All I can say is:

HOLY SHIT! Kirkman, you bastard! How could you?

But you did and it's a new world, all of a sudden. I can't express how great this comic is. Consistently.

Keep them coming, Kirkman! I'll keep buying.

[Deep_Sleeper]

I don't know if it'd be a mistake to add colour to this comic, but it's doing so great without it, I just don't see the need for colour. I think it'd feel weird.

[carpetbeggar]

I don't know if it'd be a mistake to add colour to this comic, but it's doing so great without it, I just don't see the need for colour. I think it'd feel weird.

Totally agree. I say if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Don't change a good thing. B & W works so well for this series. Makes it that more grittier IMO.

[michaeljsmith]

Totally agree. I say if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Don't change a good thing. B & W works so well for this series. Makes it that more grittier IMO.

From now on I want The Walking Dead in pastels - I think a nice Easter-themed Zombie book is just want that world needs :eek:

No color - ever. The grey-tones work on this bok.

[BigBoss]

whats a good recnet jump point?

[Splatt]

50 is a good jumping point, IIRC. The only problem is, like many other comics, you'll have no problem with the story but you'll have trouble identifying with the characters pain.

[michaeljsmith]

As stupid as it sounds the best jumping on point is the first trade. Don't be eager to get to the monthlies. Enjoy the drama of the human condition being shattered - start from the beginning.

[BigBoss]

OK and btw I love proof, you took a chracter like bigfoot and miade him into a spohisticated wise character.

[michaeljsmith]

OK and btw I love proof, you took a chracter like bigfoot and miade him into a spohisticated wise character.

You need to add Proof to your pull list and start picking up The Walking Dead trades (or get the hardbacks from Amazon for cheap - even better).

[Paul Nolan]

if you want a colour zombie comic.... check out Alan Grant and Simond Bisleys The Dead (www.thedeadcomic.com) (covers by Glenn Fabry)

issue #1 was out in the UK this week and i think will be making it to the States in the next couple of weeks...

of course this should only be read alongside Walking Dead, and not as a substitute .... it's quite a different experience...

[BigBoss]

You need to add Proof to your pull list and start picking up The Walking Dead trades (or get the hardbacks from Amazon for cheap - even better).

I need to get the last two issues then I will but right now I cant find them.

[michaeljsmith]

I need to get the last two issues then I will but right now I cant find them.

If you need to get the past two issues check out HeavyInk.com - they have free shipping and 20% off all prices. It has been a great place for me to fill in the gaps.

[nygizzle]

I've only read the first two volumes but I've enjoyed it a lot. It's easy to get into. I've been a huge fan of zombie things for a while so this fits well with me, but without the like for zombies I still think it'd be great. I feel it sits well with Romero's vision and Brook's vision. Those two visions are great, so a long running graphic novel of it would work awesome.
But, consistency. Does it continue being awesome? Does it lose some steam and build back up? What am I in for (no spoilers)
I wish it was a mini-series on HBO or something, not a movie, but a long running series. Perhaps I'll try to make it :)

[VeesFistOfDeath]

you guys wouldnt happen to have any lower numbers of the walking dead would you?

[ImpulseUCF]

I've only read the first two volumes but I've enjoyed it a lot. It's easy to get into. I've been a huge fan of zombie things for a while so this fits well with me, but without the like for zombies I still think it'd be great. I feel it sits well with Romero's vision and Brook's vision. Those two visions are great, so a long running graphic novel of it would work awesome.
But, consistency. Does it continue being awesome? Does it lose some steam and build back up? What am I in for (no spoilers)
I wish it was a mini-series on HBO or something, not a movie, but a long running series. Perhaps I'll try to make it :)No, it certainly does not lose steam, especially if you are reading in graphic novels. It gets crazier! It feels a little slow if you are on the monthlies, but that is more a result of the monthly format not suiting the story at all...there is WAY too much tension, so the wait is maddening.

Great book.

[michaeljsmith]

No, it certainly does not lose steam, especially if you are reading in graphic novels. It gets crazier! It feels a little slow if you are on the monthlies, but that is more a result of the monthly format not suiting the story at all...there is WAY too much tension, so the wait is maddening.

Great book.

Second this post - in fact I think it gets better over time. The monthlies are a killer because they are just clues into the world but I am too impatient to wait for the trades.

[nygizzle]

well im only like 1/4 into the 3rd trade so I've got a while until I have to worry about monthlies :)

[michaeljsmith]

well im only like 1/4 into the 3rd trade so I've got a while until I have to worry about monthlies :)

You get caught up quickly. I read the first 2 hardbacks in one weekend, couldn't put the book down.

[BigBoss]

I read the first issue of this online and it's amazing!

[nygizzle]

im on like... issue 46 or something now. costin me a fortune.

[nygizzle]

aight, now im up to 49 and up. I don't really like where it is going at this point, but I suppose it makes sense.

[michaeljsmith]

aight, now im up to 49 and up. I don't really like where it is going at this point, but I suppose it makes sense.

It gets better after Rick dies :shock: just messing with you, I would never give it away. The funeral was sad with Carl burying his dad ;)

[nygizzle]

I'm pretty well convinced he won't ever die, it has arouse so many times and never gone through, of course some crazyness has happened to him but I don't expect him to go anywhere.
Why did it flashback to the family from the first part of the series? The one Rick helped and gave guns (dont remember there names). I thought that it'd be about them at that point, but thus far it hasn't touched back at them. I figured they would be with the other group. u know what im talking about. then when the stuff happened, more complex things would happen.
It is hard to explain without spoilers. Though I avoided this thread because i thought it was full of them.

[michaeljsmith]

I'm pretty well convinced he won't ever die, it has arouse so many times and never gone through, of course some crazyness has happened to him but I don't expect him to go anywhere.

I don't know - I have a strange feeling at some point Rick really will bite the big one at some point.

Why did it flashback to the family from the first part of the series? The one Rick helped and gave guns (dont remember there names). I thought that it'd be about them at that point, but thus far it hasn't touched back at them. I figured they would be with the other group. u know what im talking about. then when the stuff happened, more complex things would happen.

I don't remember the flashback - I have to dig through that issue.

It is hard to explain without spoilers. Though I avoided this thread because i thought it was full of them.

Feel free to post spoilers - just warn people....

SPOLERS
Rick did not die and Carl ran outside in shock and was eaten by a zombie girl that was playing with a doll - just kidding, just showing how to do a spoiler


END of SPOLERS

[Libaax]

I have been reading trades and now finally got sick of waiting for them and told my LCS told the issues for me.

I have read 43-48 in the latest trade i think.

It was like a sick ending for a horror movie. My brother who reads the series with me thought its the end now.


Rick cant ever die !

I have lost many favorite characters, i would think it was horrible way of doing characters if even Rick isnt safe.

[Deep_Sleeper]

I can't gush enough about this comic.

Anyone else with me when I say that ever since Charlie Adlard started drawing this comic, it seemed to pick up steam?

Not trying to offend Tony Moore, but Charlie Adlard has brought a look to this comic that I'm having a hard time imagining being changed. I think I'd lose interest in this book if Adlard were ever to leave.

As for the last trade...I still can't believe all that went on.

Kirkman's a mad genius.

[HaroldAllnut]

Not to sound morbid, but I was kind of excited at the prospect of Rick dying. Not because I hate the character, but simply because I like the "realism" (and I use the term in its loosest possible sense) of the fact that literally no one is safe.

I'm kind of hoping that we get to see Carl grow up eventually.

[Libaax]

Not to sound morbid, but I was kind of excited at the prospect of Rick dying. Not because I hate the character, but simply because I like the "realism" (and I use the term in its loosest possible sense) of the fact that literally no one is safe.

I'm kind of hoping that we get to see Carl grow up eventually.

I would have rather seeing Carl die than you know the one that did.....

That was cruel, worse than Tyrese thing.....

[michaeljsmith]

I can't gush enough about this comic.

Anyone else with me when I say that ever since Charlie Adlard started drawing this comic, it seemed to pick up steam?

Not trying to offend Tony Moore, but Charlie Adlard has brought a look to this comic that I'm having a hard time imagining being changed. I think I'd lose interest in this book if Adlard were ever to leave.

As for the last trade...I still can't believe all that went on.

Kirkman's a mad genius.

I think Charlie is just fortunate the Kirkman's writing picked up steam at that time as much as anything. Kirkman is notorius for his 7th issue really kicking a series into high gear. Invincible and Wolf-Man both did the same thing and I think that is when Charlie came on board.

[bookguy]

Who the heck is Tony Moore? Any relation to Terry Moore?
(just kiddin').

Charles Adlard is a terrific artist. Enjoyed his run on The X-Files from Topps comics.

He'd be a hard one to replace if he ever leaves the book.

:smile:

[Libaax]

IMO Charles Adlard is atleast 50% reason why TWD is so good.

Moore was decent but Adlard art took the series to another level. Its look much better these days.

Sure Kirkman is good but i dont agree what Adlard is lucky he joined in the 7th issue talk.

[WeAreGoingToEatYou]

I was interested in reading this series, so I picked up the vol.1 trade. Does the writing get any better? Because I'm seriously disappointed. Giving that kid a gun was the dumbest thing I've ever read. Would anyone recommend a place to jump back on, because I really wanted to like this.

[michaeljsmith]

IMO Charles Adlard is atleast 50% reason why TWD is so good.

Moore was decent but Adlard art took the series to another level. Its look much better these days.

Sure Kirkman is good but i dont agree what Adlard is lucky he joined in the 7th issue talk.

Didn't mean to imply he was lucky - he is great. I was saying the story line really seemd to kick it up a notch at the same time he was coming on board. I think it is a little unfair to compare one artist that has a half dozen issues under his belt and one that has forty-five under his. Growth in drawing the same book over time does come into play.

[outforblood]

I just finished with trade #8 snd WOW! Some seriously crazy stuff to be had.
I just hope that this series keeps going for a long ass time. I have not read a comic this great... ever. I'm hooked. Now the hard part is waiting for #9 to come out.
I would just get the monthly issues but, not enough read for me, I have to have it in large doses.

[michaeljsmith]

There is no way I could trade wait this series. The singles might read fast but that is better than waiting 6 months between reads.

[Mr. Earl Brooks]

I was interested in reading this series, so I picked up the vol.1 trade. Does the writing get any better? Because I'm seriously disappointed. Giving that kid a gun was the dumbest thing I've ever read. Would anyone recommend a place to jump back on, because I really wanted to like this.

I felt the same way after reading the first trade, and YES it picks up and gets really good. Just pick up vol. 2 and keep going. It is soooooo worth it.

Just trust me, bro.

[Tremnar]

There is no way I could trade wait this series. The singles might read fast but that is better than waiting 6 months between reads.

I got a co worker into the series, she read the first 7 trades in a weekend, and finished the 8th trade in no time at all at work. She now is going to the shop to pick up the four issues that have shipped since. Ahhh... the Infection spreads.

[ultramandingo]

...........tradewaiters will have to wait for ###### return this ish .and her zombie killin samurai sword , bwah!

[michaeljsmith]

I got a co worker into the series, she read the first 7 trades in a weekend, and finished the 8th trade in no time at all at work. She now is going to the shop to pick up the four issues that have shipped since. Ahhh... the Infection spreads.

NICE - the more the better. This book is too good not to share :biggrin:

[sgt pepper]

1. Anyone who likes this series should read Cormac McCarthy's The Road right now. What a great little book.

2. Aw darn, so Kirkman's gonna be too busy to write some of the worst Xmen comics ever?

3. Non sarcastic aw darn. So no chance of more Kirkman antman?

[Tanjint]

Just read 52....really great stuff. I felt like the book was getting 'eh' after 48, but these last 2 issues have been slam dunks in my opinion.


-T

[suttercain]

There is no way I could trade wait this series. The singles might read fast but that is better than waiting 6 months between reads.

Well I caved in. I had purchased only the trades but after waiting for 7 months between the last trade DELAY, I purchased the single issues picking up from Volume 8. Just read 49-52 back to back. This series is excellent. I love Hack/Slash but this title should win the Spike Scream award.

[suttercain]

Just read 52....really great stuff. I felt like the book was getting 'eh' after 48, but these last 2 issues have been slam dunks in my opinion.


-T

Yeah, 48 and 49 didn't really have anything going for them. Pretty rushed writing. But that being said... the series never lets me down.

[carswell13]

The book keeps surprising me and surprising me.
IT so needs an animated version in the veins of hbo's Spawn.

[carswell13]

Still waiting for zombie dogs.
Every book needs zombie dogs.
And zombie fish.

[michaeljsmith]

The book keeps surprising me and surprising me.
IT so needs an animated version in the veins of hbo's Spawn.

I disagree 100%. I loved the Spawn animated series but I honestly would prefer to see TWD as live action. Man I think it would make a great HBO series.

[nygizzle]

I've been thinking about the HBO series since I started reading it.

I'm hoping it doesnt happen for another few years.

Cuz by that time I'll be a filmmaker. I SHALL REPRESENT IT WELL!

[TheBoTT]

Still waiting for zombie dogs.
Every book needs zombie dogs.
And zombie fish.

I hope not. Once you start introducing zombie animals into the equation survivability nears zero. Just imagine flocks of zombie birds devouring everything. The only way humans would be able to survive a zombie outbreak is if it was specific to human dna.

[ultramandingo]

........check out garth ennis' s Zombie Night In The Gotham Aquarium, in hitman 13-14 - zombie baby seals ..awwwwww

[Muscles Coleman]

Walking Dead 53... can we discuss?

It seems like...







Spoilers ahead...









we might finally find out what caused this zombie apocalypse!. I hope the book follows this up and we get some answers.

[HaroldAllnut]

I was worried they might do this, but I'm also fairly excited. The newbies seem on the up and up. Are they really there for the reason they're talking about, or are they stark-raving bonkers?

Let's find out... whenever the hell the next issue of The Walking Dead comes out.

[sgt pepper]

I thought Kirkman said he'd never reveal the cause. Did he say that?

This has to be a swerve.

[KiFF86]

I hope we never find out......whatever it will be is going to be a let down.

[sgt pepper]

So Y The Last Man revealed the cause (sort of, kind of, mostly) of the global catastrophe and it was a let down because it was a pretty lame explanation that didn't really make sense. And then BKV gave the excuse that the cause didn't really matter, because the book was about characters and relationships. But that wasn't really true, because BKV set the book up in such a way that focused on cliffhangers and plot twists--he focused our attention on the plot intentionally, and then copped out when he didn't have a very good explanation for the main conflict of the series.

Lost does the exact same thing (which is why BKV is such a great fit for the series) and I have no doubt that the final reveal of the explanation will be a let down, and then they're going to say that we missed the point--the story was really about characters! But the writers and producers are the ones who focused our attention on the plot in the first place, with the mysteries and cliffhangers.

Kirkman did not fall into this trap and never led us to believe that an explanation would be given, until now. Maybe he came up with a really creative explanation that will knock our socks off and lead to more good stories, and if that's the case, awesome. But I can't think of any good reason to give an explanation in the context of this book, and I don't think he's gonna give one, and I suspect that when this series ends, it will end with the deaths of all or at least most of the main characters, maybe with only the boy left to keep on fighting and trying to make a life in this horrible world.

[Tanjint]

I think the new cats are going to have some kind of 'hateful' explanation for the plague. Like they think it was a certain special interest group, or scientist think tank, or people from a certain area, and these new cats will bicker with Rick and crew for a while before they ultimately decide that regardless of the cause, they should go to Washington because it's probably best equipped for crises.

I don't know if anyone else recalls those limited TWD prints they were selling at SDCC that showed the front lawn to the whitehouse in post-zombie ruins but I have a strong feeling it's a hint of what's to come.

I've been wanting to see TWD on a larger scale for a while now and I think we may get just that.

-T

[AuburnComics]

I would have to say that this has been my favorite of at least the past three or four issues, including the lack-luster 50th issue from a few months back. It reunites our current threesome of Carl, Rick & Michonne with some long lost friends from early on in the series. We come to the reality that times are so bad that the characters have had to come up with some coping mechanisms that may seem odd. It is a reminder of their humanity that shows us how normal they once where and how horrible life now is for them.

We also face a showdown of sorts between the newley reunited group of characters and some new comers that happen upon the farm they have taken to as their home. The newcomers have an arrogance to them even as they are outnumbered and out gunned. As they give over their wepons we see an attack in which one of the newcomers uses a knife to kill the zombie. It’s nothing out of the ordinary but as he explains his reasoning for not using a gun we get a few more nuggets to chew on for what may turn up in a future issue.
If it were anyone other that Kirkman I would say that we are left with a huge twist. A revelation that will change everything. Well, that might still be true but with Kirkman we could just see the character with this new knowledge of what caused the whole situation they are in be shot in the first panel of the next issue. I imagine that won’t happen but I am not convinced a remedy will come up in the next few issues either.

All in all I am very pleased with issue #53. It was more like the issues leading upto the last few slow months. I see this series picking up a bit and anticipate issue #54 will be a good one.

-H

[dan bailey]

I agree with what appears to be the positive consensus on the last couple of issues. Back around #50 I was pretty close to dropping the series, as I believe I noted here at the time, in part because it looked like Kirkman was doing little more than going through the motions. Things have picked up nicely since then.

[ImpulseUCF]

I disagree taht Kirkman was going thruoghthe motions...this series is just not written for the monthly format, so the pacing is off. Go back and reread the series all together and I thikn you will find it much more exciting and fitting.

Agreed that I love where it is going. I doubt the scientist who claims to know the cause will know for sure. Someone is bound to think they have, though, and Kirkman will of course explore that.

[dan bailey]

I disagree taht Kirkman was going thruoghthe motions...

Whether he was or wasn't, that's the way it read to me.

this series is just not written for the monthly format, so the pacing is off.

Which means we can all expect Kirkman & Image to do the honorable, honest thing & quit marketing -- & charging good money for -- it as a monthly, right?

Cool!

[Tanjint]

I think TWD will be great monthly. But it's never been monthly in my memory.

we won't get an issue for like 6-8 weeks. then we'll get like 3 in a 1 and a half month span....then we won't get an issue for like 4-6 weeks and then we'll get one. and then.....


the way it adds up, he puts out like 11-12 issues a year so I'm not complaining but I think if it was regularly consistently monthly, the pace would be great.

i've been hearing that it is his intention for all of his books to ship on time in 2009 so this should be cool.


-T

[michaeljsmith]

I think TWD will be great monthly. But it's never been monthly in my memory.

we won't get an issue for like 6-8 weeks. then we'll get like 3 in a 1 and a half month span....then we won't get an issue for like 4-6 weeks and then we'll get one. and then.....


the way it adds up, he puts out like 11-12 issues a year so I'm not complaining but I think if it was regularly consistently monthly, the pace would be great.

i've been hearing that it is his intention for all of his books to ship on time in 2009 so this should be cool.


-T

It is great monthly and with Kirkman's new emphasis towards guaranteed ship dates it will be monthly

[ImpulseUCF]

Whether he was or wasn't, that's the way it read to me.



Which means we can all expect Kirkman & Image to do the honorable, honest thing & quit marketing -- & charging good money for -- it as a monthly, right?

Cool!Dude, what's your problem? The snippy little comments aren't necessary. I am just saying that it seems to me like the series works best in a continuous format and the recent stories seemed to flow better that way when I reread them.

[Tanjint]

I think snippy remarks about the creators are acceptable, we're paying their bills.

I don't think his comments were a) especially horrible to Kirkman
or b) really attacking you.

I try to assume that someone is not attacking me unless they blatantly tell me so.

-T

[4thHorseman]

Well, I'm going to jump in here since I just purchased the first two trades. THought they were great and I want to go pick up another one today. I can see why people have a problem with the pacing, it seems monthly would pose a problem. But all together seems a great read.

[Tremnar]

Well, I'm going to jump in here since I just purchased the first two trades. THought they were great and I want to go pick up another one today. I can see why people have a problem with the pacing, it seems monthly would pose a problem. But all together seems a great read.

I actually love the monthly pacing. When you read the comics in trade you get the whole of the story all at once, you almost miss the fact that he ends a ton of his issues on these great cliff hangers. In Trade you don't really feel the tension that the end of a single issue of TWD has. For instance the most recently shipped issue, ends on a pretty damn big cliff hanger. It has me waiting anxiously for the next issue. IN trade, you get to flip to the next page and you have the answer.

Each way is perfectly fine way to read it, and each way of reading it gives you a different experience, at least in my experience of reading the first 4 trades and singles from there on out.

[4thHorseman]

I actually love the monthly pacing. When you read the comics in trade you get the whole of the story all at once, you almost miss the fact that he ends a ton of his issues on these great cliff hangers. In Trade you don't really feel the tension that the end of a single issue of TWD has. For instance the most recently shipped issue, ends on a pretty damn big cliff hanger. It has me waiting anxiously for the next issue. IN trade, you get to flip to the next page and you have the answer.

Each way is perfectly fine way to read it, and each way of reading it gives you a different experience, at least in my experience of reading the first 4 trades and singles from there on out.

Yeah, I was thinking that as I read through the second trade. It was all too cohesive and I had a hard time telling where the single issues would have fallen. I had an idea, but it was kinda hard to tell in trade. I like reading through everything at once, but you're right, there's no real cliffhangers with it in trade.

[Tanjint]

that's not true...I read the first 5 or 6 trades and then followed the singles and there was plenty cliffhangers at the end of the first several trades in my opinion. at times I'd have a couple of the trades and my friends would have the next couple not at my immediate access so I'd be all fiending even between trades.

-T

[suttercain]

CBR posted the January solicitations and Walking Dead Volume 9: He We Remain is listed as having a January 14th release date.

Anyone care to wager?

[suttercain]

Yeah, I was thinking that as I read through the second trade. It was all too cohesive and I had a hard time telling where the single issues would have fallen. I had an idea, but it was kinda hard to tell in trade. I like reading through everything at once, but you're right, there's no real cliffhangers with it in trade.

Wow... the last trade left off with a HUGE cliffhanger. So much so it's the only singled issue series I buy.

[Cowboyography]

Merle Haggard once said "If you don't love it, LEAVE IT" so quit posting complaints and shut up, never read it again I dont care. This is the second best run in comics of the modern era behind The Preacher!! If you are going to nitpick or whatever dont bother, we don't need half assed fans around, enjoy the great spectacle of the walking dead before its gone forever!!!

[dan bailey]

Merle Haggard once said "If you don't love it, LEAVE IT" so quit posting complaints and shut up, never read it again I dont care. This is the second best run in comics of the modern era behind The Preacher!! If you are going to nitpick or whatever dont bother, we don't need half assed fans around, enjoy the great spectacle of the walking dead before its gone forever!!!

Golly. I would've thought Mrs. Kirkman would be a bit more ... literate.

[VincentD]

I'll say this about the quality of Walking Dead. From a combination of the never ending crap event after crap event and increasing prices from Marvel and DC and the general economy and increase in cost of living, I cut my pull list from about 40 books to the 2 books that I decided that I just couldn't do without. Walking Dead is one of them.

I tried becoming a wait for trade guy for TWD, but 6 to 8 months is too long a wait and I was jonesing to see what happens next so I still buy monthly :)

[Tish-the-Scorpion]

I tried becoming a wait for trade guy for TWD, but 6 to 8 months is too long a wait and I was jonesing to see what happens next so I still buy monthly :)
same here,

as far as the series as a whole i think it started strong, but dragged in the middle and as of recently started to pick up again.








i'm suprised i haven't posted in this thread already, i could have sworn i have :confused:

[vickvega]

SPOILERS AHEAD>issue #54 kicked the story into a new gear, and has been the best issue since #48's conclusion. It looks like theres a new journey ahead, straight to Washington D.C. I like the new characters. Abraham seems as good with a pitch fork as Michonne is with a blade. He cuss's up a storm too. Im not sure i trust the new scientist, his explanation was odd. I think he will turn out to be evil with a hidden agenda. He was weaponizing diseases using DNA for..."a certain regional background."-? That statement is shady. Bring on next issue.

[KiFF86]

I almost busted a gut when Abe offered to blow Glenn for a beer.

[NakedOni]

SPOILERS AHEAD>issue #54 kicked the story into a new gear, and has been the best issue since #48's conclusion. It looks like theres a new journey ahead, straight to Washington D.C. I like the new characters. Abraham seems as good with a pitch fork as Michonne is with a blade. He cuss's up a storm too. Im not sure i trust the new scientist, his explanation was odd. I think he will turn out to be evil with a hidden agenda. He was weaponizing diseases using DNA for..."a certain regional background."-? That statement is shady. Bring on next issue.

I agree with you. I really like the new direction and the new characters (haven't seen the new girl do much though). I really like Abraham...he's such a badass. I hope they revisit the insane stuff Rick was going through (with the phone...and the Batman R.I.P. feel). I loved those issues. I hope the D.C. adventure ends up being another crazy dark storyline like the Governor storyline.

Also! Maybe it's just me, but does anyone else pick up on some sexual tension between Rick and Michonne?

[twilightrun]

yeah, i think the scientist new guy is a little off myself. he probably knows as much about what caused the zombie apocalypse as the inmate from the prison. didn't kirkman say somewhere that he didn't care how the zombies started and that it might not ever be revealed?

and andrea was my favorite character, but she's getting just a little too mean for me now. i do like the 'stache man.

[Tremnar]

yeah, i think the scientist new guy is a little off myself. he probably knows as much about what caused the zombie apocalypse as the inmate from the prison. didn't kirkman say somewhere that he didn't care how the zombies started and that it might not ever be revealed?

and andrea was my favorite character, but she's getting just a little too mean for me now. i do like the 'stache man.

Andrea has had to toughen up a bit. And she has every reason to not trust outsiders.

Also! Maybe it's just me, but does anyone else pick up on some sexual tension between Rick and Michonne?
I noticed some bonding there, but It didn't strike me as sexual tension. Maybe Andrea and Rick can hook up when the old man kicks it! They are both all kinds of bad ass.

[NakedOni]

I noticed some bonding there, but It didn't strike me as sexual tension. Maybe Andrea and Rick can hook up when the old man kicks it! They are both all kinds of bad ass.

Whether it's Michonne or Andrea, Rick needs a new lady friend to snap him out of his funk and cheer him up a little. He used to be such a badass, and now I just feel sorry for him.

[Deep_Sleeper]

Gave the first two TPBs of The Walking Dead to a co-worker.

Response after 1 day "BRING ME MORE!"

I pitched the hell out of the book when I was talking to my co-worker. I asked if he liked zombie movies and he said he loves zombie movies. He like Dawn of the Dead more than Land of the Dead and I said, if that's the case, you'll love The Walking Dead.

It's too bad that this doesn't translate into the guy actually buying the comics. But, what the hell? Another convert, I say.

[blackdragon6]

didn't kirkman say somewhere that he didn't care how the zombies started and that it might not ever be revealed?

.he also said he had a good idea on how this started.

[Tish-the-Scorpion]

Whether it's Michonne or Andrea, Rick needs a new lady friend to snap him out of his funk and cheer him up a little. He used to be such a badass, and now I just feel sorry for him.rick has somewhat been broken..

[NakedOni]

rick has somewhat been broken..

Oh definitely, I'd like to see him be fixed...but even if he stays broken, he'll still be my favorite character.

[Lunal]

At least the live people are on the move again, adventuring from place to place. i was getting tired of them being holed up in the prison. Even though they did get out once in a while, too much of it was just a bunch of people bouncing off the walls. Kind of stifling.

[visionary]

I just read the latest issue #55 and I have to say...Damn!


I can't believe the ending!
It was in one way pretty awesomely messed up, but I kind of hate it too because it messed up one of my favorite couples.
Doesn't anyone get to die somewhat happily in this series?
lol

Also I loved the way they brought back the phone thing.
(although I was a little confused as to whether there was actually a phone.)

Great issue, although I definitely have conflicting feelings on the ending.

[grphxkindaguy]

Keep in mind...

spoilers:

even though Maggie hung herself, at some point her body will reanimate into a zombie (since the brain wasn't destroyed)! She'll just be shaking and twitching, on the end of a rope...

[michaeljsmith]

I love this book - you never know what is around the next corner :evilsmile:

[Jack-In-The-Box]

I love this book - you never know what is around the next corner :evilsmile:

Of course you do. Somebody is going to die. Oh, and some people live too.

[NakedOni]

Of course you do. Somebody is going to die. Oh, and some people live too.

...and some people are going to be ass-blasted with a spoon :-P

[Chewbaccacabra]

So why haven't I seen much discussion about the new Omnibus? Is nobody excited for it? Or did I miss out on the conversation.

The first omni I bought without having read Walking Dead just on word of mouth. I had planned on not buying single issues and to wait for Vol. 2 but that really worked out . . . :rolleyes:

[ImpulseUCF]

Ok, I just read the new issue... not cool!!! Dammit, Kirkman!

I am still addicted to this book.

[vickvega]

Im glad Glen's girl isnt dead. And Im ready for Rick to take out this new prick soon. Im also ready to see Washington and what it has in store. Kirkman said something big is going down next issue, cant wait.

[Tish-the-Scorpion]

i don't think the new guy is a prick per se', he's just overly cautious. i still expect Maggie to bite it though lol

[blackdragon6]

i don't think the new guy is a prick per se', he's just overly cautious. i still expect Maggie to bite it though loli thought she was dead for sure last issue.

[visionary]

I thought she was too...I never expected that Kirkman would surprise us by actually having someone NOT die! lmao.

I also think it makes it pretty interesting as to what's going to happen with her now.
Will she try again soon, or wait until everyone's forgotten, or maybe decide she has too much to live for? It will definitely be intriguing.

So will the dynamic between Rick and the new badass guy with his "rage".

[Chino]

Got a question before I pick this book up.

Is this book meant to end anytime soon, at say 75 or 100 issues or whatever, like Vertigo books? If yeah, I'll wait and pick up the trades. If not I'll pick em up monthly.

Thanks.

[michaeljsmith]

Got a question before I pick this book up.

Is this book meant to end anytime soon, at say 75 or 100 issues or whatever, like Vertigo books? If yeah, I'll wait and pick up the trades. If not I'll pick em up monthly.

Thanks.

There is no end in sight for this title. Now I will tell you something that is different with any other comic out there. When people ask me for a good jumping on point for TWD I always tell them #1. Sounds crazy but if you pickup the trades (or hardbacks) and read those until you are current you will be so much happier.... trust me. Below is a quote from Kirkman about end date of the series:

ROBERT KIRKMAN:
I don't see myself ever handing this book off to someone else. If I wanted to stop, I'd just end the series.

Just to be clear, I DO plan on ending the series... eventually, just not for a long time.

-Robert

[Chino]

Sweet, thanks. and yea, I plan on starting from #1. I'll pick up the first few trades next week.

[michaeljsmith]

Sweet, thanks. and yea, I plan on starting from #1. I'll pick up the first few trades next week.

...you might grab the hardbacks off of Amazon for cheaper than the trades. You can get each for like $19.00 and they contain 12 issues. Just as a heads up :wink:

[michaeljsmith]

The Walking Dead #57 - Spoilers Included



That splash page on pages 2 and 3 was one of the amazing backdrops that makes you realize how messed up the world really is and everything that is going on around the survivors. That is one of my favorite layouts in a while. Well done Charlie - kudos all around for that one.

What a freaking issue. I accidentally saw the page of Carl being dragged when I picked up my copy and was about to flip. I was 100% sure that Abe was killing Carl (especially if you look at the next cover) but was so relieved it was not him. Now I was 100% distributed by the losers that attacked them and what they were about to do, but at the end of the world this is the crap that could happen. I did find it funny when the guy said "you brought a club to a fist fight".

Abe 100% redeemed himself this issue. He and the hot chic are an item, points for him, and he and Rick saw eye-to-eye for the first time when he saw what Rick was willing to do to save Carl. Rick is one crazy man. Remember back to the first issue and now look at him. I am curious are we going to find the man and his son that stayed behind in Rick's town?

I cannot imagine the loser gang was savvy enough to survive on their own so could they be a scouting party for a bigger group? Are we looking at another Woodbury? There are a lot of questions. I am also eager to hear more about Abe and his background.

Issue after issue Kirkman and team deliver and I just have to say thanks to them for putting out a pick that is unlike anything else out there now. The Walking Dead is the ultimate human drama and I for one am enjoying it and scared senseless that this is the human condition at it's worse.

[vickvega]

This was very good issue. I see villains MUCH worse than the Gov in the future of this title.

[michaeljsmith]

This was very good issue. I see villains MUCH worse than the Gov in the future of this title.

The Governor might be a light weight at the rate we are going now :eek:

[Croatoan]

Definitely a great issue, In a book like The Walking Dead what almost happened to Carl makes a lot sense no matter how ugly, since I mean the Zombies always come second place to show that the survivors are the real monsters in this story.

Those pages made me fear the worst for a little bit but whew! Rick definitely came through as super dad again(critical to the jugular!!).

Can't wait for Abraham's back-story and the cover for the next issue like always isn't clear enough that you know what to expect but still looks badass.

[ultramandingo]

.........check out kirkman gettin all cormac mccarthy-y

[supered]

The Walking Dead is becoming one of the most popular subjects at the Image board, so this is the new place to post about it.

The Walking Dead is my favorite book, and I don't even like zombie movies!

And me too....:biggrin:

[michaeljsmith]

.........check out kirkman gettin all cormac mccarthy-y

You are not the first to say that

[blackdragon6]

nice solid issue, 58 here we come.

[roleplay]

I love this book so much. I want to date it and have it's babies.

I'm saving up to buy that Omnibus is it's still available.

[suttercain]

I love this book so much. I want to date it and have it's babies.


Well you'll have to go on Maury and have it get a paternity test because I too love the book and want it's babies.

[Retrodork]

I love this book so much. I want to date it and have it's babies.

Yeah, but if you did, you'd only die in the birthing process, your thug gangbanger with a heart of gold boyfriend would dote on the zombie infant and ultimately all three of you would wind up getting shot by a woman trucker and a badass nurse.

[sgt pepper]

.........check out kirkman gettin all cormac mccarthy-y

Yeah, I was thinking that the whole issue. Next issue, roasted babies on a spit?

[Cowboyography]

from the preview for next month I am very concerned, for those of you who have seen it, the picture looks grim for a major player, and while covers can be decieving, they can also tell the truth, remember the cover of the issue where tyreese dies? yep they showed the death a month in advance we just refused to believe it!

[Jack-In-The-Box]

from the preview for next month I am very concerned, for those of you who have seen it, the picture looks grim for a major player, and while covers can be decieving, they can also tell the truth, remember the cover of the issue where tyreese dies? yep they showed the death a month in advance we just refused to believe it!

Kirkman basically said in an interview that the main cast will survive for a while now. It's hard to decide who really is the main cast now, with most of the prison-day cast dead now.

[origamikid]

I think it looks like Glen is stalking her...maybe Glen isnt getting any so is going after another female?

Who knows wtf is going to happen but only like 2 days to go!

[michaeljsmith]

The Walking Dead #58 - Spoilers Included


Are you kidding me? Two months into the new year and Robert Kirkman should be named best writer of 2009 because the past two issues have been unreal. The art continues to be amazing and makes me appreciate the book so much more with a grit and sense of gloom that haunts the survivors.

So this issue we have Rick and Abe playing a game of "you think that is bad, well one time I...".

Abe's story really was heart touching in the sense that here is a guy trying to protect his family and they end up getting raped, hurt and then turning on him when he seeks revenge. You hear these type of stories and the first question that runs through my mind is "what would I do in that situation?" To me that is the sign of incredible writing. I can actually relate to these characters.

I never pictured all that Rick did as that bad until he starts telling all of it at one time and you starting thinking - "Rick you are one crazy dude". He kills a person here and there over 58 issues and you don't think much of it but then you hear it all at once and realize that he has done some bad things.

I love that in the whole game of "I am worse than you" Carl jumps in and trumps both Abe and Rick. This could be laying down a plot line for Carl to do some messed up things especially if Dale & Andrea try to leave the group as they stated.

The group at the camp was relatively quiet other than Dale wanting to leave and Andrea calling Eugene a punk for having a mullet. I still think he is crazy and has nothing to do with the zombie situation.

Good to see Moran again but I really thought he would be a zombie and Duane would be dead. That was another sad moment to see that Morgan was killing people and feeding them to his son. At least he hadn't pulled out his teeth to kiss him (Governor you are missed). So Morgan is going back with Rick and Abe so we have our token black male to prove Kirkman isn't raciest.

I cannot recommend this book enough to people. This is comic books at there best and even beyond that it is writing and visual art at the top of it's game. Robert Kirkman and Charlie Adlard thank you for each and every month giving me the best $3.00 investment a person could ask for. The Walking Dead - that is my economic stimulus plan

[vickvega]

couldnt wait to read this. The facial expressions are amazing and this comic really grabs your soul and tries to tear it out. This somewhat depressing issue is very emotional. Im still eager to find out info on this Mullet scientist and whats happening in Washington. We cant get their fast enough.

[ultramandingo]

........." Mullet Scientist " - i smell spin off . and it smells like cheetos

[stingerman]

Great read as always!

[sgt pepper]

This might be the best written issue yet. Such a tight focus on the theme. It's like a one act play, with nice dialogue at the beginning to introduce the theme, and then some action at the end to illustrate it. Damn, Kirkman's getting good.

[blackdragon6]

issue 58 is all kinds of fucked up :(

[Tish-the-Scorpion]

I never pictured all that Rick did as that bad until he starts telling all of it at one time and you starting thinking - "Rick you are one crazy dude". He kills a person here and there over 58 issues and you don't think much of it but then you hear it all at once and realize that he has done some bad things.


yeah it starts to add up...and what happened in this issue is just.....aawww man :frown:

[trsman2785]

I didn't really care for how some of the dialogue was written in issue 58, but I am really excited about where this is going. I can't wait for the next one. Dale and Andrea are discussing splitting up ant taking some supplies with them but will Abraham let them? I'm hyped.

[Blotto99]

#58 is awesome. You get the entire back-story on Abraham...without flashback. Just him sitting against the car telling the story. Very powerful writing. Nice little loose end on the last page.

[MattyB]

Is there any word on when they will come out with the next softcover?

[michaeljsmith]

Is there any word on when they will come out with the next softcover?

...it has not been solicited yet so that means no earlier than May

[michaeljsmith]

Robert Kirkman and Charlie Adlard deliver another incredible issue. This book just does not know how to disappoint. As much as you keep waiting for that down issue it has yet to arrive. Thank you and congratulations to TEAM TWD for #59 just knocking it out of the park in a big way.

So Rick, Carl and Abe pickup Morgan and out to restock on the police station. During this process we learn that Morgan is insane, more than we thought, and Carl just might have to shoot the guy. Morgan's appearance has everyone freaked out and his actions are not making the journey back to the rest of the group a fun one.

In the process of the trip back we finally get to see a ZOMBIE HERD. Abe has talked about them and to this point I pictured a group of roamers (or biters - your choice). This was something completely different... this was a herd. The scene where Rick crashes the car and Abe goes flying into the pile was one of those pages you just had to stare at for a few minutes because the art told so much more of a story than any words could portray.

So the small party of survivors are on their own and without a car while being chased by a zombie herd. They are now far from the rest of the group and they are on foot. Could this lead us to the "stalking" teasers that we have seen. Rick and company are now hunting for the larger group and they feel like they are being followed? Just a thought.

This issue went by way too quick, but they all do. This is the ultimate story of human drama and Kirkman and Company deliver more frequently than the post office. Cheers to all and thanks for another winner.

[stingerman]

Knocking it out in a big way?

Gotta disagree with you there, brother!

I found myself looking though the letters page for more of the actual comic. Not much happens, imo. :confused:

Yep, way too quick, way!

[blackdragon6]

i love intense issues like this. i was so tense when reading this. and what happened to duane still sends chills down my spine. and i gasped when abe went flying out of the car lol.

[michaeljsmith]

Knocking it out in a big way?

Gotta disagree with you there, brother!

I found myself looking though the letters page for more of the actual comic. Not much happens, imo. :confused:

Yep, way too quick, way!

Not much happens? Are you kidding me. The tension with Morgan and Carl in the car is insane. You know Morgan is going to kidnap Carl at some point because he misses Duane so much. Abe getting thrown from the car during the accident. Most importantly the Zombie Herd... I think a lot happened. There was less dialogue in this issue but you have to stop and take in Charlie's art. That zombie herd splash page was unreal.

I love this book because it all seems like it could happen. I find myself studying the surroundings wonder what would I do in this situation. Compared to Carl being gang-raped two issues ago and finding Morgan last issue this might have seemed like a down issue but I disagree. They are now on foot and being chased by zombies. They are separated from the rest of the group. This issue set-up a lot of things to come.

For once sir we will agree to disagree :biggrin:.

[attackinblack]

Just recently purchased and read Vol. 1 of The Walking Dead, and i'm really into it!

Definetely picking up the rest tomorrow when I get paid.

[RichmanBri]

# 59 continues just like all the others as more great TWD. I swear when I saw Abe fall out of the car I immediately thought it was over for him... but I probably should have known better, Abe hasn't gotten to have sex, so there is no way Kirkman can kill him yet!

[michaeljsmith]

Just recently purchased and read Vol. 1 of The Walking Dead, and i'm really into it!

Definetely picking up the rest tomorrow when I get paid.

Glad you enjoyed the first trade - I can promise you it gets better with time. You get so invested in characters over time and as Kirkman likes to say "Nobody's Safe". :biggrin:

# 59 continues just like all the others as more great TWD. I swear when I saw Abe fall out of the car I immediately thought it was over for him... but I probably should have known better, Abe hasn't gotten to have sex, so there is no way Kirkman can kill him yet!

I think Abe will be around for a while. I cannot imagine that Kirkman spent so much time in #57 and #58 telling his back story and what happened to his family to kill him so quickly. Now Morgan...that guy is going to die soon enough because he is crazy.

[RichmanBri]

Oh, I definitely agree about Abe, but after the "No One is Safe" campaign, I still get caught up in thinking the worst all the time!
Morgan does seem like the kind of character who wont last long. In a slight way, he reminds a little bit of Martinez.
A character you think initially might be a good fit for the group, but then you get a lil more information and realize that this isn't going to work out. And eventually Rick will have to handle the situation himself, just like with Martinez. Just a thought...

[michaeljsmith]

I think Morgan is going to try and kidnap Carl and then Carl will pop him like he did Shane

[stingerman]

Compared to Carl being gang-raped two issues ago .


Uh, oh! Did I miss that issue?! Sounds like I might want to!

I don't know, this iss really didn't do much for me, almost ...
predictable?! Gasp!!

[michaeljsmith]

Uh, oh! Did I miss that issue?! Sounds like I might want to!

I don't know, this iss really didn't do much for me, almost ...
predictable?! Gasp!!

You must have missed an issue because you wouldn't have forgot that scene

[DKeener]

No you wouldn't have forgotten that scene. Not ever.

[RichmanBri]

IGN has another teaser image up for TWD.
Not different from the other ones, but still cool...

http://comics.ign.com/articles/962/962658p1.html

The only thought that has crossed my mind, as to what could be stalking, tracking, hunting, etc... is maybe a pack of cannibals?

[stingerman]

You must have missed an issue because you wouldn't have forgot that scene

If I read it correctly, he was not raped ...

says so in the letters pages:

"..assure Charlie that the man trying to rape carl wouldn't succeed.."

That's a relief!

*Oh, and I will change my opinion on the current issue. Now I see why they went to the police station and the bg on Abraham now makes sense.
Dang, I must have got 56 and then 58, not realizing. My comics are all over the place, guess I need to keep better track. :)

[SUPERECWFAN1]

I just wanna say that I'm up to issue #54 right now of this series. It took me a few weeks of getting TPB's and issues from 30 , forward. But damn ...its a good read. I really do hate that Lori is gone for Rick. I loved the dynamic of a man trying to keep his wife and kid safe . Shame she had to die like that.

[michaeljsmith]

If I read it correctly, he was not raped ...

says so in the letters pages:

"..assure Charlie that the man trying to rape carl wouldn't succeed.."

That's a relief!
)

No he wasn't - I should have said "ALMOST" but for me it was such a disturbing, yet real possibility, it skewed my statement

[sgt pepper]

So remember back when the governor was throwing humans into the arena to get torn apart by the zombies? Kirkman is that guy, throwing the humans into a huge mess of zombies.

[michaeljsmith]

So remember back when the governor was throwing humans into the arena to get torn apart by the zombies? Kirkman is that guy, throwing the humans into a huge mess of zombies.

Of course the Governor ripped out his daughter's teeth and kissed her with a little tongue :eek: let's hope we don't have to relive that again :redface:

[vickvega]

After watching Army of Darkness last night, Im hoping at some point in Walking Dead, Rick will get a Chainsaw arm attachment and go ape-shit sawing Zombies in half!

[GRANT!]

Of course the Governor ripped out his daughter's teeth and kissed her with a little tongue :eek: let's hope we don't have to relive that again :redface:

That's when I pretty much stopped reading :smile:

It's a good book and all but yech.

[michaeljsmith]

That's when I pretty much stopped reading :smile:

It's a good book and all but yech.

It is a GREAT book - and that scene right there was just Kirkman trying to demonstrate some old fashion family values :rolleyes:

[skatalite]

I really, really enjoy this title. I'm a big zombie nut, and have practically every zombie movie known to man, from the good to the not so good, and have read numerous pieces of fiction chronicling the perils of living on an infested earth.

"The Walking Dead" is a solid addition to such works of fiction. However, I hope Kirkman can begin to implement certain aspects of life that we have yet to see in the book. You might have read about some of these things, simply by reading the fan mail at the end of every issue: gas shortages, gas becoming useless after a certain amount of time, etc.

I, for one, would like to see what Kirkman would do with, say, a diabetic. Since diabetes is a pretty dabilitating disease, it'd be a wonder if someone with it were still alive in the book, based on the amount passed. However, if such a person were still alive, how could that have happened?

What about someone who has to wear glasses or contact lenses? What if they break, where do they get new glasses? What if the contacts become too dried up or scratched to use? What then?

Those are just a couple of ideas, a couple of "what ifs" to toss out there.

No doubt Kirkman has things brewing up, and reading a comic, even if it's been nearly six years since its beginning, makes things progress slower than in a book or movie... But I'm curious if Kirkman can implement these ideas, flesh them out, then expand onto them.

Who knows? Maybe in 10 more issues we'll have a blind diabetic. :D

[stingerman]

I really, really enjoy this title. I'm a big zombie nut, and have practically every zombie movie known to man, from the good to the not so good, and have read numerous pieces of fiction chronicling the perils of living on an infested earth.

"The Walking Dead" is a solid addition to such works of fiction. However, I hope Kirkman can begin to implement certain aspects of life that we have yet to see in the book. You might have read about some of these things, simply by reading the fan mail at the end of every issue: gas shortages, gas becoming useless after a certain amount of time, etc.

I, for one, would like to see what Kirkman would do with, say, a diabetic. Since diabetes is a pretty dabilitating disease, it'd be a wonder if someone with it were still alive in the book, based on the amount passed. However, if such a person were still alive, how could that have happened?

What about someone who has to wear glasses or contact lenses? What if they break, where do they get new glasses? What if the contacts become too dried up or scratched to use? What then?

Those are just a couple of ideas, a couple of "what ifs" to toss out there.

No doubt Kirkman has things brewing up, and reading a comic, even if it's been nearly six years since its beginning, makes things progress slower than in a book or movie... But I'm curious if Kirkman can implement these ideas, flesh them out, then expand onto them.

Who knows? Maybe in 10 more issues we'll have a blind diabetic. :D

I would think it possible to find a pharmacy somewhere, and there being the high number of diabetics, that some homes would already have insulin.

Same thing with glasses, contacts. I wear contacts mostly but have a spare pair of glasses.

I don't know... this might be an issue ten years or more down the road but not one or whatever it has been.

[skatalite]

I would think it possible to find a pharmacy somewhere, and there being the high number of diabetics, that some homes would already have insulin.

Same thing with glasses, contacts. I wear contacts mostly but have a spare pair of glasses.

I don't know... this might be an issue ten years or more down the road but not one or whatever it has been.

The thing with insulin is, if it's liquid form - which the majority of American diabetics use - it has to be kept refrigerated. And let's assume some Americans, when they abandoned their house, took their insulin with them. Let's also assume power (electricity) grids have long since gone out, making the insulin worthless.

Now, some diabetics use insulin pills, but I'm unsure how many or how readily available they are, or what their shelf life is.

Also, being diabetic isn't all about insulin, it's also about diet. If a diabetic doesn't eat the right foods, he or she will definitely get worse and might suffer diabetic coma for some time.

We could even substitute diabetes with cancer. Sure, those with the illness can take medications if they have them and can find them; but there's more to treatment than simply taking pills. For instance, cancer victims are usually weaker than those who are healthy. Some victims might need chemotherapy. And so on.

I would suggest tossing in characters with mental illnesses, but Kirkman pretty much has that covered, haha.

[skatalite]

I would think it possible to find a pharmacy somewhere, and there being the high number of diabetics, that some homes would already have insulin.

Same thing with glasses, contacts. I wear contacts mostly but have a spare pair of glasses.

I don't know... this might be an issue ten years or more down the road but not one or whatever it has been.

Also, about glasses... I wonder how hard it would be to find the same prescription, or even close to it. And if there were a group of survivors, do you think they'd go house to house for glasses? Maybe so. I don't think I would. I'd much rather find an optometrist and grab all of the glasses on the wall, any other frames in the place, and all of the lenses. Top it off with some optometry tools, and head on out to a safer place, and hope you have something that'll work.

[michaeljsmith]

While I understand a lot of the readers desires to understand the problems associated with real world issues some of those items are not going to be the most interesting to read about.

I think it is too early in the story for us to worry about gas going bad. It has been 5 years for us readers but it is has only been one year for TWD cast. A lot of the issues that people brought up in the letters column or on the Kirkman board really take longer than a year to happen.

I do agree there are debilitating diseases that could kill people or cripple them that likely could be an issue. I also understand that eyesight concern and the fact that nobody yet has worn glasses but that is OK.

This continues to be the best written series about human drama :biggrin:

[ImpulseUCF]

I was getting to toss in a rebuttle on the real world issues, ut BrikHed21 nailed it; insulin and glasses just aren't compelling drama in a world about surviving the zombie apocalypse. There's barely enough time to deal with the problems at hand without havint to accomodate for the tedious minutia of real life. I just think of Dennis Nedry in Jurassic park "My glasses!" I think stuff like that would just hurt the pace and enjoyment of the book. It really is about the human drama.

[RichmanBri]

No One is Safe.
The Road to Washington

And then "The Hunt for Insulin", it doesn't quite have the same EDGE to it...lol

[skatalite]

I agree it doesn't have the appeal as out-maneuvering the walking dead and out-gunning the human enemies, but tossing out diabetes was simply an example. And eyeglasses are a minor concern, all things considered.

But it depends how it's written, I suppose. Kirkman is a talented enough writer to fit things like those in and make them interesting. He's good at adding in underlying yet disastrous things. Kirkman handled a pregnancy well, and even though the crew was safe behind the walls of the prison, it still posed problems. Just imagine if the bulk of the pregnancy was while they were on the move?

Kirkman does a lot of brilliant things, especially making us wonder: what if? What if Lori and Judith survived? How would the group handle having a baby with them? We might never know.

So, the point is, Kirkman can incorporate "real world" issues into the work, like he's done so already, but something that might be easily looked over in the grand scheme of things.

[sudoraba]

Also, about glasses... I wonder how hard it would be to find the same prescription, or even close to it. And if there were a group of survivors, do you think they'd go house to house for glasses? Maybe so. I don't think I would. I'd much rather find an optometrist and grab all of the glasses on the wall, any other frames in the place, and all of the lenses. Top it off with some optometry tools, and head on out to a safer place, and hope you have something that'll work.

oh shit I would be screwed in a post apocalypse...

[Jimmy'sFriend]

As the title continues, these concerns will be more of an issue.

I have given the full set of trades to 8 people, all of them got hooked.

[streator]

i'm thinking about picking up the first three hardcovers of the walking dead; amazon has them listed together for $ 63.09.

can anyone here sell me on this series?

[michaeljsmith]

i'm thinking about picking up the first three hardcovers of the walking dead; amazon has them listed together for $ 63.09.

can anyone here sell me on this series?

DO IT!! I could give you a hundred reasons but honestly this is one of the best comics I have ever read in my life. It is a true story of the human condition facing against overwhelming obstacles. I did not want to read this book because it was B&W. I didn't want to read this book because I am not into zombies. I didn't want to read this book for a ton of reasons and once I picked it up it became my second favorite series that I read. I buy the singles and the hardbacks on this series because it reads so well in chunks but I am not patient enough to wait for trades.

I buy the singles and then when the hardback comes out I buy that too. They have 4 of the hardbacks released and you would be wise to grab them all. I have yet to EVER talk to a person that did not enjoy this book.

[streator]

DO IT!! I could give you a hundred reasons but honestly this is one of the best comics I have ever read in my life. It is a true story of the human condition facing against overwhelming obstacles. I did not want to read this book because it was B&W. I didn't want to read this book because I am not into zombies. I didn't want to read this book for a ton of reasons and once I picked it up it became my second favorite series that I read. I buy the singles and the hardbacks on this series because it reads so well in chunks but I am not patient enough to wait for trades.

I buy the singles and then when the hardback comes out I buy that too. They have 4 of the hardbacks released and you would be wise to grab them all. I have yet to EVER talk to a person that did not enjoy this book.

i've never read a black & white comic, either. i hadn't really considered it playing a role in my enjoyment of the series or not.

is there an end in sight? has kirkman ever talked about when the series could end, or if he's planning an end or anything like that? there's already been what, 60 issues or something?

[michaeljsmith]

i've never read a black & white comic, either. i hadn't really considered it playing a role in my enjoyment of the series or not.

is there an end in sight? has kirkman ever talked about when the series could end, or if he's planning an end or anything like that? there's already been what, 60 issues or something?

Issue #60 comes out this week and there is NO END IN SIGHT. He is having more fun with the series now than ever. The black and white thing lasted about 3 pages for me and now I am a purest. I would kill anyone that tried to add color to this series. I got started with the first hardback and was hooked by the third issue in that and have not looked back since.

It is a true gem of a comic. It is one long continuous story. I always tell people who want to try the book out go back to #1 that is THE ONLY JUMPING on point. :biggrin:

[streator]

Issue #60 comes out this week and there is NO END IN SIGHT. He is having more fun with the series now than ever. The black and white thing lasted about 3 pages for me and now I am a purest. I would kill anyone that tried to add color to this series. I got started with the first hardback and was hooked by the third issue in that and have not looked back since.

It is a true gem of a comic. It is one long continuous story. I always tell people who want to try the book out go back to #1 that is THE ONLY JUMPING on point. :biggrin:

thanks for your replies. i've yet to purchase the hardcovers but i'm still strongly considering it. i was able to read the first issue online at image's website, which was enjoyable.

if i end up getting the hardcovers it'll probably be an impulsive buy but i'm sure i'll be posting here again afterwards.

[michaeljsmith]

thanks for your replies. i've yet to purchase the hardcovers but i'm still strongly considering it. i was able to read the first issue online at image's website, which was enjoyable.

if i end up getting the hardcovers it'll probably be an impulsive buy but i'm sure i'll be posting here again afterwards.

No problem. I probably read the first issue on line 10 times before I committed to this series. It is one of my favorites month-in and month -out

[attackinblack]

Received a large, hefty paycheck the other day and had the day off today, so I went and bought the all the TPB's, besides vol.1 because I had read it already.

Wow! Very impressed! Definetely one of my favourite reads right now.

[msbrtn]

Issue #60 was a great issue. Great character development and setting up for some intense moments and most likely more killing.

[michaeljsmith]

Quick points on issue #60....

Dale is going to go down... he needs to be shot now. Team Grimes doesn't need his attitude.

The twins are messed up playing with that cat.

Carl came up with the best idea of the day to try and mislead the herd but it wasn't enough.

Abe has come around to being a character that I am impressed with since the start where I didn't like him.

Rosita is hitting on Morgan? Abe better grow some dreads :rolleyes:

Kirkman is better than the freaking UPS man because he never fails to deliver.

[streator]

thanks for your replies. i've yet to purchase the hardcovers but i'm still strongly considering it. i was able to read the first issue online at image's website, which was enjoyable.

if i end up getting the hardcovers it'll probably be an impulsive buy but i'm sure i'll be posting here again afterwards.

well, i bought the first three hardcovers today through amazon.

it doesn't look like they'll be arriving for a few weeks but i'm looking forward to starting the series whenever they do.

[Jimmy'sFriend]

#60 wasn't great. There is never a bad issue but I thought it wasn't outstanding.

[Infra-Man]

As usual, it's keen goods from Kirkman and Adlard.

Those teaser ads at the end of #60 have me intrigued. Wonder who's going to get offed.

[Tanjint]

the stalkers are government agents stationed in washington, stalking any groups of survivors that enter the area where key american politicians are holed up for survival

my guess^^


-T

[grphxkindaguy]

the stalkers are government agents stationed in washington, stalking any groups of survivors that enter the area where key american politicians are holed up for survival

my guess^^


-T

I'm thinking they're ex-Special Forces soldiers (from the M-16 rifles), holed up in the woods, picking off zombie and human alike for sport/survival who enter their territory.

Its pretty sad when the biggest danger in the WD world comes from fellow humans! :frown:

[michaeljsmith]

Its pretty sad when the biggest danger in the WD world comes from fellow humans! :frown:

Has been that way for a while... man I miss the Governor :biggrin:

[Order of Zeon]

Ive decided to go the collected route with all but two of the on goings i now collect, Red Sonja and Punisher MAX. Basicly on those i have every issue and want to keep getting them till their done.

I am interested in collecting the walking dead because i read the first 20 or so issues of it a year or so ago and loved it but never got it becasue i couldnt afford to go back and get the singles.

I want to start collecting it but which is a better value, the trades or the hardcover volumes? Mailordercomcis has all of the hardcovers available for reorder at about 19 a pop so i can only really order one a month to start, but they also have the majority of the trades available as well.

From those of you with personal experince which is a better deal?

Thanks

[michaeljsmith]

Ive decided to go the collected route with all but two of the on goings i now collect, Red Sonja and Punisher MAX. Basicly on those i have every issue and want to keep getting them till their done.

I am interested in collecting the walking dead because i read the first 20 or so issues of it a year or so ago and loved it but never got it becasue i couldnt afford to go back and get the singles.

I want to start collecting it but which is a better value, the trades or the hardcover volumes? Mailordercomcis has all of the hardcovers available for reorder at about 19 a pop so i can only really order one a month to start, but they also have the majority of the trades available as well.

From those of you with personal experince which is a better deal?

Thanks

The real question is how long can you wait between reads? With the trades you will get two per year and with the hardbacks you will likely get one (trades are six issues and hardbacks are twelve issues). I actually buy the singles and read them as they are coming out and then I buy a hardback once it comes out and sit back down and read those twelve issues in one sitting. The Walking Dead is such a huge scale story that it reads incredibly well in large chunks. I however am an impatient person and cannot go more than a month to know what happens next with all of the cliffhangers.

Don't know if that helps you or not...

[malephoenix]

Ive decided to go the collected route with all but two of the on goings i now collect, Red Sonja and Punisher MAX. Basicly on those i have every issue and want to keep getting them till their done.

I am interested in collecting the walking dead because i read the first 20 or so issues of it a year or so ago and loved it but never got it becasue i couldnt afford to go back and get the singles.

I want to start collecting it but which is a better value, the trades or the hardcover volumes? Mailordercomcis has all of the hardcovers available for reorder at about 19 a pop so i can only really order one a month to start, but they also have the majority of the trades available as well.

From those of you with personal experince which is a better deal?

Thanks

The best price is probably the new collection they're releasing sometime in the next few months. I think they're calling it The Walking Dead Compendium. It's several dozen issues for something like $60.

[michaeljsmith]

The best price is probably the new collection they're releasing sometime in the next few months. I think they're calling it The Walking Dead Compendium. It's several dozen issues for something like $60.

Yes, if you want the most bang for the buck then you could get The Walking Dead Compendium that collects issues #1 thru #48. It has not been released yet but Amazon is pre-listing it at $38.00

[DeeSnider]

From those of you with personal experince which is a better deal?

Thanks

Yeah, if you're strictly looking to read the most issues for the smallest amount of money, waiting for the Compendium is your best value. It's not out yet, and I assume it will have lower quality paper stock, but assuming you find it discounted for 20% off or so, it's less than $1 an issue. Even if you don't count the issues you say you've already read, it's the cheapest option.

Personally, I buy in single issues, and then get the hardcovers when they come out. The hardcovers are slightly oversized, and aside from the gigantic Omnibus editions, that's the only way to get the issues that size. The hardcovers are just slightly cheaper than the TPBs (12 issues for $21 versus 6 for $11, so not by much) too. I'd recommend the hardcovers as the best investment. They are a nicer product, and I'd assume they will keep better re-sale value if you decide you don't care for the series afterall.

[Order of Zeon]

Thanks for all the replys

Id get the compendiums but i despie huge soft spine trades. The hack slash omnibus is about the biggest ill stand paying for. Those spines just dont hold up.

I think ill go with the hardbacks. just under 19 a piece is pretty good i think for 12 issues. Now as long as they will stay in print but im going to add the first one to my next order. One per order and i should be ok.

[I am MODOK]

This book keeps on trucking. Even the slower plot issues have such great characterization that I can't burn through them fast enough.

I do worry that there will be another purge coming soon. Dale is going to make a mistake...

My review:
http://comicperday.blogspot.com/2009/04/walking-dead-60.html

[Jimmy'sFriend]

I am looking forward to the new people that last few pages allude to. A new direction is going to be great.

[SpeakerDad]

I kept hearing good things about this title so I picked up the 1st tpb and really enjoyed it. Great art and the story was fantastic. The sense of dread keep on building and building...great pacing. Have not experienced that from a comic in long time. No question I'll be purchasing the other volumes and will probably be checking out the regular series.

[streator]

well, i bought the first three hardcovers today through amazon.

it doesn't look like they'll be arriving for a few weeks but i'm looking forward to starting the series whenever they do.

i received books 1 & 3 in the mail yesterday, they look pretty sharp. better than i was expecting.

for some reason book 2 hasn't shipped yet, hopefully it's not something that's now out of print and is going to take forever to arrive. amazon has it currently listed as out of stock, but the last email i got said it should ship sometime between may 6th-14th. i guess i'll hear something back then after tomorrow.

[andrelyn]

I am too worried about book two hardcover.

I'm ordering some volumes of Y: the last man and thought I should pick up The Walking Dead Book One HC with it as it was recommended to me.

Book two seems to be out of stock everywhere and going for ridiculously high used prices. All the other issues are instock readily available.

I don't want to have 1, 3, 4 + in HC and 2 not. Does anyone know if it'll come back in stock? I live in Canada, Amazon doesn't have book two from it's own warehouse (which is odd), but the Chapters canada site says out of stock too.

Thanks.

[streator]

I am too worried about book two hardcover.

I'm ordering some volumes of Y: the last man and thought I should pick up The Walking Dead Book One HC with it as it was recommended to me.

Book two seems to be out of stock everywhere and going for ridiculously high used prices. All the other issues are instock readily available.

I don't want to have 1, 3, 4 + in HC and 2 not. Does anyone know if it'll come back in stock? I live in Canada, Amazon doesn't have book two from it's own warehouse (which is odd), but the Chapters canada site says out of stock too.

Thanks.

so, does anyone know if the second hardcover is out of print for good? i definitely don't want to be missing a part of a series i was planning on collecting in its entirety.

/bummed out right now

edit: well, i cancelled book 2 from my amazon order and was able to find it for $ 24.00 @ www.mycomicshop.com. i picked up book 4 along with it. as long as i have both hardcovers in my possession before the end of the month i'll be a happy camper. if it comes back that their book 2 is also not in stock or whatever i'll be pissed.

andrelyn, if you're interested, i'll let you know if they do in fact have book 2 in stock & available to ship. i should know for sure by tomorrow when they confirm my order.

[I am MODOK]

Guys, this book is so fantastic. It is the first book I read every week that it ships, and it always leaves me wanting more. I'm also appreciative that Kirkman doesn't make us wait too long for the subplots, you know?

My review of 61:
http://comicperday.blogspot.com/2009/05/walking-dead-61.html

[andrelyn]

so, does anyone know if the second hardcover is out of print for good? i definitely don't want to be missing a part of a series i was planning on collecting in its entirety.

/bummed out right now

edit: well, i cancelled book 2 from my amazon order and was able to find it for $ 24.00 @ www.mycomicshop.com. i picked up book 4 along with it. as long as i have both hardcovers in my possession before the end of the month i'll be a happy camper. if it comes back that their book 2 is also not in stock or whatever i'll be pissed.

andrelyn, if you're interested, i'll let you know if they do in fact have book 2 in stock & available to ship. i should know for sure by tomorrow when they confirm my order.

Unfortunately I live in Canada :(.

I doubt I'd be able to get it from there. I'm really interested in buying book two though, so if you get any leads that they're coming back in stock I'd like to know! :)

[blackdragon6]

as usual another fucked up issue lol, man that was crazy. those kids are mentally cracking faster then the adults. and they have a better grasp of things.

[paddyo]

Great last issue...

bit worried that the new storyline/characters is just going to be a rehash of the governor etc hopefully will add something new to the story :)

[Darth Logan]

So who else thinks this new priest dude is working with The Hunters and is just leading Rick and co. into a trap?

[Jimmy'sFriend]

So who else thinks this new priest dude is working with The Hunters and is just leading Rick and co. into a trap?

I am with you on that one. Although, Kirkman is tricky.

[Libaax]

You know i thought 50-55 issues wasnt as strong before. Less characters,less story twist. 56 was shocking and awesome with Rick going crazy and those sickos almost raping Carl.

I must say i adore Abraham. He is like Rick a good solid man you can like. They can sure use someone like since Rick is emotionally messed up these days.

Last issue i have read is 58 and i hope the story keep going as strong.

Its back to TWD i know and love reading.

[Tanjint]

did anyone else get the walking dead compendium besides me? I bought it and it makes me happy....


-T

[jpk]

did anyone else get the walking dead compendium besides me? I bought it and it makes me happy....


-T

I bought it last week and read it in 3 days. It was that good. I had read the first TPB and figured it was worth picking this up rather than buying the next 7 at $15 a pop. This is a really good deal - 48 issues for $60. I could have found it cheaper online but I love my LCS and spend as much there as I can.

PS - what # are the floppies up to?

[residentholy3]

(Minimal spoilers through issue 24)

A few months ago i heard what the premise of this book is.
Whoa!
Just picked up the Compendium this week.
I'm half way through it and it is so freaking enjoyable!
The first two chapters were great, but once they got to the prison, every singal page has been amazing.
I love the fight between Rick and Tyreese.
Also, whenever there is a page that ends with the characters astonished faces at something they've found (and there have been several of these already) i am so eager to turn the page to see what they've discovered.
I can't remember feeling quite like this reading something since Y: the Last Man.
Plus, when characters die, it just seems so real.
i also appreciate that Kirkman seems to know how to do a splash page without abusing it (this is a problem a feel certain comic writers have).
If it keeps up like this, i'm sure i'll be out at the store picking up vol. 9, and waiting crazily for volume 10.
this definitely does not seem like the kind of book i could pick up monthly though.

i only have two problems with this book.
one, i have no idea where the particular issues end and begin, which isn't necessarily a problem, but what i really don't like is that there isn't a cover gallery in the end--that's one of my favorite parts of trades.
second isn't really problem. the part when Andrea mentions that the jumpsuits are orange reminds me of how Lucy would mention on I Love Lucy that her hair was red. idk, i just always that was kinda silly.

"You see them out there. You KNOW that when we die--we BECOME them. You think we hide behind walls to protect us from THE WALKING DEAD!
Don't you GET IT?
WE ARE THE WALKING DEAD!
We are the walking dead."

[Tanjint]

floppies are up to 61.

i've already read the whole series but only owned issues 49 onwards so i bought the compendium.

it's awesometron.

-T

[streator]

Unfortunately I live in Canada :(.

I doubt I'd be able to get it from there. I'm really interested in buying book two though, so if you get any leads that they're coming back in stock I'd like to know! :)

in case you're still looking for volume 2, i did receive it from www.mycomicshop.com and it was only $ 24.00.

i don't see why you couldn't get it in canada. according to their shipping faq page, they do provide international shipping:

http://www.mycomicshop.com/help/shipping

[DeeSnider]

did anyone else get the walking dead compendium besides me? I bought it and it makes me happy....


-T

I didn't buy it, but flipped through it at my LCS and was very impressed. I had been expecting the paper used in Marvel's Essentials or those Savage Dragon Archives. Having that higher quality paper made it a great value. If I didn't own the hardcovers already I would have snatched it up. I still might buy a copy to give as a present.

[defcityla]

Having that higher quality paper made it a great value.
Yeah, I still wish this book was colored instead of B&W, it would bring more to the production value.

[ImpulseUCF]

I disagree. I think the black and white suits the book perfectly, and it would look out of place in color. The black and white suits Adlard's style and the tone well, IMO.

[Libaax]

Production value ? This book is the best black and white i have read in years. Who cares about production value its about how it fits the story.

Adlard art is so good in that im dont want to read his colored comics,his marvel works etc

[Jimmy'sFriend]

The black and white adds an essential element to the story. Without having color, it allows the reader to focus more on the characters , creating simple pages. I can't image reading this in color.

[seanisawesome7]

This comic is so epic, it has no boundaries. A fucking kill killed another kid and another kid killed that kid!!!!!!!11!!!!! This is the greatest zombie comic ever!!!1

[ImpulseUCF]

This comic is so epic, it has no boundaries. A fucking kill killed another kid and another kid killed that kid!!!!!!!11!!!!! This is the greatest zombie comic ever!!!1More like hte greatest comic ever. :)

[Jimmy'sFriend]

I have given this series to 12 people - each one of them hooked. Here is a little thing I wrote - tribute to the Walking Dead. It's my attempt at "The Onion" but for comics. Kirkman fans hopefully will appreciate. I did it interview style in a podcast (see link below). I'd really like to know what you guys think!

ROBERT KIRKMAN KILLS LONGTIME WALKING DEAD LETTERER RUS WOOTON

CYNTHIANA, Kentucky (UP) Comic book industry icon, creator and writer Robert Kirkman is known for his “no one is safe” principle in his comic books. Whether it’s a beloved fan favorite or a seemingly essential character, Kirkman’s angel of death can pounce on anyone at anytime. No book feels this truth’s sweet sting more than The Walking Dead.
Kirkman delivered his latest shocker in Walking Dead Issue #60. Two pages into this issue, Kirkman killed off his longtime letterer Rus Wooton. With a freshly sharpened pencil in his hand, Kirkman approached Wooton who was applying letters to issue #60 at his desk. Kirkman repeatedly stabbed the unsuspecting Wooton with his #2 pencil.
As a new twist to this already frequently stunning title, The Walking Dead has wordless word balloons from page two onwards.
Penciler, inker, and cover artist Charlie Adlard was not surprised. “This is how Robbie operates. We all knew this was possible,” he shared between sips of coffee. When asked if he feared for his own safety, he laughed. “Sure, no one is safe. But, come on. I do the covers, the art and inks. He’s got to draw the line somewhere. We’ve been together for a longtime. I think I’m in the category of passing the bubble where he could have taken me out.” When reminded that Rus Wooton was with this team from The Walking Dead’s inception, Adlard laughed again. “Rus? Nice guy, but he was a letterer. No offense to the alphabet boys, but they are a dime a dozen.”
Colorer Cliff Rathburn was not so confident. “I’m a @#%*ing colorist for a black and white comic book! Hell yes I’m scared,” he shared.
There is no doubt that fans will take this most recent Kirkman casualty in stride. No matter how many bodies of friends known and loved fill the graves of this title,

[brian9824]

Just finished the compendium about 15 minutes ago and holy hell its awesome. I love how no one is off limits in the series. Really helps keep the story unpredictable.

Out of curiosity are the singles or smaller TPB's in color? I do like the black and white style but i'm curious to see how it looks in color if its available.

[brian9824]

Also going to order book 9 of the TPB. As much as I like this one I don't have room for singles so i'll just have to wait for the TPB's.

[skatalite]

Just finished the compendium about 15 minutes ago and holy hell its awesome. I love how no one is off limits in the series. Really helps keep the story unpredictable.

Out of curiosity are the singles or smaller TPB's in color? I do like the black and white style but i'm curious to see how it looks in color if its available.

Glad you enjoyed it :) Every release of this comic is in black and white, as it is the intended medium.

[MonkeyStyle88]

+++++++SPOILER ALERT+++++++
poor poor dale, he's gonna get eaten spoiler in white

and why do you think carl was crying, and whats up with that preacher

[michaeljsmith]

Crying? Because they are all freaking crazy :biggrin:

[obeychomsky]

What are your thoughts?

How do you feel about it?
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I'm reading issue #22 on it.

So far it's been a lot of bad characterizations of minorities and women. Like, all the female characters are pretty flat. Females take on very passive roles. And there is also the "Buck" male minority character in the comic, like in Romero films.

If can get beyond the stereotypes, the comic is actually pretty good. I like B grade horror films.

It's also drawn like a horror film, which I like. Square frames,and the art isn't abstracted...

Anyhow, give me your thoughts.

[cdarlage]

What are your thoughts?

How do you feel about it?
http://www.scaryforkids.com/pics/walking-dead-05.jpg

http://www.scaryforkids.com/pics/walking-dead-09.jpg

I'm reading issue #22 on it.

So far it's been a lot of bad characterizations of minorities and women. Like, all the female characters are pretty flat. Females take on very passive roles. And there is also the "Buck" male minority character in the comic, like in Romero films.

If can get beyond the stereotypes, the comic is actually pretty good. I like B grade horror films.

It's also drawn like a horror film, which I like. Square frames,and the art isn't abstracted...

Anyhow, give me your thoughts.

I started reading with issue #40 and I love it. I'm really not sure why I never picked it up before that. My two favorite characters are Michonne and Andrea.

[obeychomsky]

Michonne is pretty sweet.

I love how she just slices up zombies with sword.

[Jack-In-The-Box]

It's great, I really enjoy it, but it's not the the masterpiece many people claim it to be.

The dialog is just ridiculous at times. I keep expecting Dr. Phil to pop up.

[dupont2005]

i have a handful of issues but have not started reading it since i hate jumping in at the middle. i definitely plan on it soon though, since i love zombies and am almost finished with deadworld

[Rocketman919]

I love it. I buy every trade.

[malephoenix]

What are your thoughts?

How do you feel about it?
http://www.scaryforkids.com/pics/walking-dead-05.jpg

http://www.scaryforkids.com/pics/walking-dead-09.jpg

I'm reading issue #22 on it.

So far it's been a lot of bad characterizations of minorities and women. Like, all the female characters are pretty flat. Females take on very passive roles. And there is also the "Buck" male minority character in the comic, like in Romero films.

If can get beyond the stereotypes, the comic is actually pretty good. I like B grade horror films.

It's also drawn like a horror film, which I like. Square frames,and the art isn't abstracted...

Anyhow, give me your thoughts.


I completely missed any flat characterizations. Of all the comics I've ever read that have to do with extraordinary situations, the people in this one sound and act the most like real people. I'm sure the dialogue can seem corny if it's read with certain inflection, but that has barely been an issue for me at all.

Even with how you cite Tyrese - from his introduction he's far more than a token character. He has some real issues that he struggles with concerning his daughter, and he's genuinely a person unto himself. He doesn't play second fiddle to Rick, who is arguably the star of the show.

[Libaax]

Every zombie movie I've ever seen has been an action movie. The Walking Dead isn't an action comic, though. In fact, I can only think of two extended action sequences in the first trade paperback- the trip to Atlanta to get guns and the attack on the camp. I think, on second reading, I might like it better.



Thats why i enjoy TWD so much after years of trade reading it. Its a story about the characters who sometimes end up being eaten by zombies. Its a true post apocalyptic story. Its about what they should do in a world where there is only survival.

I dislike most zombie movies cause they are lame slasher movies. They arent good stories or good horror wise.

Be patient until you see where the story is going and how you like it. About the art with all due respect to Moore, Charlie Aldred's art is quality colourless art.

[ImpulseUCF]

Well, to each his own and all, but I fully believe this title is the masterpiece it is claimed to be, and I simply cannot fathom where anyone is seeing flat characterization or stereotyping. This series has some of the most realistic, believable, and well-developed characters I have ever seen in any entertainment medium (and some have more depth than people I actually know).

This is without question my favorite title right now, and in my opinion it is the best book on the market.

[Jimmy'sFriend]

Well, to each his own and all, but I fully believe this title is the masterpiece it is claimed to be, and I simply cannot fathom where anyone is seeing flat characterization or stereotyping. This series has some of the most realistic, believable, and well-developed characters I have ever seen in any entertainment medium (and some have more depth than people I actually know).

This is without question my favorite title right now, and in my opinion it is the best book on the market.

I am with you on this. Its the depth of persons that makes this read so compelling. I read lots of titles and the Walking Dead is in a class all its own. Locke and Key is a close 2nd.

[Far From Realmer]

Poor Dale, he's having the worst week of his life.

[Wolf-Man]

Man, this thing never fails to deliver the suprises.

[ultramandingo]

...........still kinda cormac mccarthy-y not thats thats such a a bad thing

[michaeljsmith]

Poor Dale, he's having the worst week of his life.

What's for dinner? Dale? :rolleyes: :biggrin:

[malephoenix]

I was really surprised by the path the story took of the preacher in this issue. Most of the time, Christians end up being villainized, but this guy is just plain messed up.

Although the hole I find in his story is - why would all of those people just stand outside the church? Why did none of them ever break in, if he was in there for days and days?

[michaeljsmith]

I was really surprised by the path the story took of the preacher in this issue. Most of the time, Christians end up being villainized, but this guy is just plain messed up.

Although the hole I find in his story is - why would all of those people just stand outside the church? Why did none of them ever break in, if he was in there for days and days?

I actually believe his story. When they arrived at the church it looked pretty boarded up and not easily broken into by people. I think he is on the up and up

[Infra-Man]

...........still kinda cormac mccarthy-y not thats thats such a a bad thing

Yeah, these recent run-ins with other small bands of survivors are reminiscent of The Road. Though, you know...

I was wondering when the comic would eventually address the idea of cannibalism. What with food shortages, it was bound to happen; and thematically it gives an opportunity for the line between zombies and the living to get blurred further.

Wonder if Dale even makes it out of this. If he does, he'll be even more pissed than usual. Double peg legs? Wheelchair or wheelbarrow? Poor guy.

And I can't wait to see what happens when they finally get to Washington DC. It's gotta happen (think a cover of a trashed Capitol Building was teased some time ago).

[MythicBrawn]

Kirkman has dealt with various forms of rape on multiple occasions. It was only a matter of time before another socially unacceptable behavior comes to the forefront. Are there any others that haven't been addressed yet?

[malephoenix]

Kirkman has dealt with various forms of rape on multiple occasions. It was only a matter of time before another socially unacceptable behavior comes to the forefront. Are there any others that haven't been addressed yet?

Republicans?

[skatalite]

Republicans?

Homosexuals?

[ultramandingo]

.........comic book store owners?

[Leviakhan]

Thought the last pick of Dale sans leg(s) was very reminiscent of Preacher....

[grphxkindaguy]

Yeah, these recent run-ins with other small bands of survivors are reminiscent of The Road.

As soon as I saw that last page, I also thought of that scene in The Road...good call! :biggrin:

I wonder if the hunters will make Dale EAT some of his own leg, to keep his strength up, while they carve more limbs off him? :eek:

EDIT: Also wanted to mention I thought the Chew flip book comic was bad. I thought it was moronic and I could care less by the end how it was resolved.

[malephoenix]

.........comic book store owners?

Repulbican homosexual comic book store owners??!!!