'Rama Interview: Brian Azzarello on WW

[Imraith Nimphais]

I don't doubt that editorial has played a big role; I also suspect editorial has very little vision regarding what to do with WW.



I tend to agree. The character wasn't created to be dark and violent; that's why she isn't the best fit for that type of story (though I do think it can work, I like "The Hiketeia" for example). Nevertheless, the industry, as a whole (at least the direct US Market), doesn't seem to do all that well with the type of stories WW used to be.

And if this is a (debatable) fact...then wot's wrong in trying a different approach? It may not cater to everyone's taste, obviously, but at least they are trying to find something that works.

And by general consensus, so far, it does.

[americanwonder]

And if this is a (debatable) fact...then wot's wrong in trying a different approach? It may not cater to everyone's taste, obviously, but at least they are trying to find something that works.

I don't think that trying something different is inherently wrong. I also don't think all approaches are created equal for all folks. Like you said, it's not going to cater to everyone's taste - thus, some may voice objections to some or all of it.

And by general consensus, so far, it does.

If I may, what 'general consensus' are you refering to?

[Imraith Nimphais]

I don't think that trying something different is inherently wrong. I also don't think all approaches are created equal for all folks. Like you said, it's not going to cater to everyone's taste - thus, some may voice objections to some or all of it.



If I may, what 'general consensus' are you refering to?

So far...Chiarello's WW run is more lauded than panned. Similar to the ratio/percentage shown in the "Like it or not" thread. At least to me, it seems.

[americanwonder]

Chiarello? lol. Can we just call them Chia?

Yeah, they've received a lot of positive press, reviews, word of mouth and such. I'm wondering how long people will stick around though, esp, during Marvel's latest event.

[Rob_Olivera]

Chiarello? lol. Can we just call them Chia?

Yeah, they've received a lot of positive press, reviews, word of mouth and such. I'm wondering how long people will stick around though, esp, during Marvel's latest event.

Never understood that. To me, it's not buy WW OR AvX. I'm getting both.

[Imraith Nimphais]

Wot does the one have to do with the other?

As another poster intimated...some may not like it, but would be willing to stick it through just to see how it "ends" because it is so very interesting.
And of course, you will get a small contingent who rile up with pitch forks and burning brands everytime but still purchase the bloody thing every month.
And then there are those like myself, who genuinely like and are interested in wot Chiarello is doing with these characters and will stay for the long haul...even through Akins' art.

[americanwonder]

Never understood that. To me, it's not buy WW OR AvX. I'm getting both.

Budget. I'm all for getting both (if that's what people want and can afford it). But, in watching sales for comics over the years, it seems that events tend to suck up cash. So, for some, somthing's gotta give. And what usually gives is sales for the mid-to-lower sellers. I'd like to see people stick around (if they want to), but I also won't be surrpised if some drop it for no other reason than to pick up AvX and it's tie-ins.

[Imraith Nimphais]

Budget. I'm all for getting both (if that's what people want and can afford it). But, in watching sales for comics over the years, it seems that events tend to suck up cash. So, for some, somthing's gotta give. And what usually gives is sales for the mid-to-lower sellers. I'd like to see people stick around (if they want to), but I also won't be surrpised if some drop it for no other reason than to pick up AvX and it's tie-ins.

I completely understand that.

I've dropped more than a few Marvel titles to pick up my DCnU 52 and will be dropping another soon to make way for Dial H and the Ravagers.

[Imraith Nimphais]

the dreaded dbl pst.