This is definitely a “wait-and-see” initiative. The key differentiator will be, as always, the storytelling—and we really don’t know what the hook is at this point. Adriano is likely right that SDCC will expand more on what it’s all about.
More comics with alternate versions of the same characters is not a draw for me. I’m not a current Marvel or Ultimate reader either, so there’s that. The Big Two just seem to put everything on multiplying the same characters, making every hero into a “family” of similarly themed characters, and now, telling stories of other versions of those same characters…the wells seem very very dry.
I think you're being a little harsh on the DC announcement.
Their hand was forced as they have to stay on top of the solicit schedule and didn't want to release those without some fanfare.
I think SDCC will shed a lot more light on the whole initiative. I'm pretty excited for it, to be honest.
That's fair. If SDCC comes out with more and better information, we'll provide a follow up with new reactions.
Personally I’m all out. I’ll just focus on Ghost Machine and reprints of classic stories.
This is definitely a “wait-and-see” initiative. The key differentiator will be, as always, the storytelling—and we really don’t know what the hook is at this point. Adriano is likely right that SDCC will expand more on what it’s all about.
More comics with alternate versions of the same characters is not a draw for me. I’m not a current Marvel or Ultimate reader either, so there’s that. The Big Two just seem to put everything on multiplying the same characters, making every hero into a “family” of similarly themed characters, and now, telling stories of other versions of those same characters…the wells seem very very dry.
Doesn't interest me, but I wish them success.
DC doesn't need their own version of the Ultimate universe. What they need is top tier talent on mainline flagship books.
It's the same mistake they made with the New 52 reboot.