The Darkness discussion

**Scott M Davis** · 01-25-2012, 06:43 AM

Sara is not living with Jackie, thats Jenny, a girl who had a massive crash on Jackie since childhood, who died (i think) and in the rebirth of the new TCU, came back to life to live with Jackie cause he realized how much she actually meant to him. And how she would be the perfect mother figure for Hope.

**Arvandor** · 02-27-2012, 11:25 AM

Does anyone want free digital copies of Darkness Origins 1 and 2?

The codes were included in my Darkness 2 PS3 game, but I already have them. So if anyone else wants them, just ask.

Just say something nice about me below, and I'll send you a PM with the Comixology code.

**agent_graves** · 02-28-2012, 09:57 PM

Originally Posted by Scott M Davis

March, Issue 101. David Hine takes over as writer. It will be awesome!

That's exactly when I plan to return, (I haven't followed the character, since issue twenty something, from vol 2) to the Darkness, plus, Hine & Haun together on a book, it's a no-brainer, I can't wait!!!

**agent_graves** · 02-28-2012, 10:09 PM

Originally Posted by The Shogun

The darkness also has crossovers featuring the following characters all which i would recommend
superman
hulk
pitt

I really enjoyed these crossovers...

**GordonM** · 02-29-2012, 10:25 AM

I think The Darkness has been treading water for a long time now. Hopefully the shift into the new Universe will reverse this. I like the new set-up, at least.

**Spacedog2k5** · 02-29-2012, 11:03 AM

A newbie here.. I was never a fan of the Darkness back in the 90's - reminded me of too much else at that point, even Witchblade grew to be more about how much skin should could reveal. Both books grew up, but the only one I came back for was Witchblade, during Ron Marz's run. I picked up 'The Darkness' game for my Xbox 2 summers ago, and that sparked some interest in revisiting the character. I picked up a couple issues, but it was until the release of 'The Darkness II' that I took the big plunge: read the 'The Darkness: Ultimate Collection', as well as the Batman/Darkness crossover, and I just read 'Artifacts' #13 last night, along with 'Witchblade' #'s 150-3. I am waiting for trades 1-3 to come in the mail next week.

After reading the ending to 'Artifacts #13' last night, all I can say is "WOW!". Seriously was not expecting that!

Sure, I totally understand Jackie's regret over Jenny, how he never told her his feelings, etc. That made sense, then, bringing her back. But Hope is now his and Sara has no idea in the "re-imagined" Top Cow Universe? That's just frakk'd up, and I am sure that there will be repercussions from that somewhere down the line. It will be interesting to see what happens.

I have to say the character - both The Darkness, as well as the host, Jackie Estacado - have really come a long way from the initial beginnings. So much more mature, far more structured. And for that, I am truly glad. :)

**Arvandor** · 03-02-2012, 03:05 AM

Damn. That game was awesome.

You know, Jenkins really was Top Cow's best writer. I can't believe they let him go so easily.

**Greg Anderson** · 03-23-2012, 03:54 PM

#101. What did you guys think?

I've missed out the past year or so of the book due to money, but there was no way I was passing up Hine and Haun's Darkness. And I personally found it to be a great read. The art was great, especially during the "ceremony" scene when Jackie vomits out the Darkness.

Anyone else laughed at the ending?

**The Shogun** · 03-24-2012, 09:07 PM

Originally Posted by Greg Anderson

#101. What did you guys think?

I've missed out the past year or so of the book due to money, but there was no way I was passing up Hine and Haun's Darkness. And I personally found it to be a great read. The art was great, especially during the "ceremony" scene when Jackie vomits out the Darkness.

Anyone else laughed at the ending?

The ending you mean the part with hope? Cause i didnt.

**Greg Anderson** · 03-24-2012, 09:15 PM

Originally Posted by The Shogun

The ending you mean the part with hope? Cause i didnt.

Yeah. More so the eff'd up aspect of it.

What were your thoughts on the issue?

**The Shogun** · 03-24-2012, 09:46 PM

Originally Posted by Greg Anderson

Yeah. More so the eff'd up aspect of it.

What were your thoughts on the issue?

It was really good. The art is ok but i dont like the way he draws Jackie's hair, a bit too long imo and i also dont like the way he draws the darkness armor. I remember Jenny being this sweet girl and now i see her using foul language going off on Jackie so its gonna take some time to get used to that. Amazing issue tho. Also the part where Jackie told Jenny [spoiler] You dont know what ive done for you [/spoiler] was pretty deep. Hes pretty much right cause when the other TC characters find out what he did im guessing they wont be too happy.

**Dark-Flux** · 03-26-2012, 01:17 PM

Just got through reading it. I thought it was okay, but not quite what i was hoping for.
I liked art, a bit more moody and...uh..dark. Suits the subject matter well. I enjoyed Hines writing and think he has a good voice for Jackie and im glad to see more of the Foreigner, id like to see his past expanded on a bit in the future.

I just wasnt blown away by the story. It seemed a bit at odds with Hesters conclusion of having Jackie finally be in control, also not thrilled by what seems to be another "Darkness clone" story. Kinda had my fill of those stories and was expecting more from Hine.

Still, its only the new teams first issue so hopefully things will turn out well.