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Wired Mag has a great article on Comic Store Employees. I have a special place in my heart for this type of article due to the fact that I too was once a Comic Store Employee back in the day. I even got paid in comics which was awesome.
I really miss those days -opening the box of fresh comics up to see what treasures might be found.
I also loved when a Mom came in with her son’s collection looking to unload -You found some great comics in dirty old boxes.
I also really liked it when somebody was talking about a comic and says -you should check out so and so – and then I would and it would be great.
My Own Q&A
What are the best and worst parts about working in a comic store?
Best part is being the first to see a new cover or being in the know about the upcoming story lines. The worst is knowing that the stories almost never ever stop. Also being exposed to the worst story ideas ever. Dare I mention the ” The Spiderman Clone Saga.”
What’s the least nerdy thing about you?
Hum…………..well…………I was going to say my Wife… I guess I would say my car.
Biggest pet peeve about customers?
The guy that never leaves and doesn’t buy anything and actually comments on other peoples comics
What’s the worst misconception about comic books and their fans?
It’s that they’re for kids exclusively; now they’re more sophisticated. And that all fans dress up in costumes and are all couch potatoes.
Why is there such a big crossover between comic book fans and tech junkies?
I think it comes down to “What’s cool.” and right now comics and gadgets are “What’s Cool” -
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-DH
So I watched Heroes last night and it was centered around HRG dude, Noah Bennet. I thought it was an OK episode. No real big revelations about Noah other then he may or may not be a good guy. I wanted more Sylar but no such luck. The big revel wasn’t even that good… “She’s alive Matt” -who cares -doesn’t anybody die on this show.
On a side note – A friend of mine was talking bout his recent visit to Toy R Us with his boys. He brought up a good point. If you were not familar with Heroes and came across the HRG action figure -what would a kid think?
“Look Mommy a Nerdy guy action figure to go up against my Joes and Transformers.”
What about a Matt Portman action figure – “Look a portly cop like action figure in plain clothes that can do stuff with his mind”. If that doesn’t scream hours of fun I don’t know what does. At least HRG comes with a cell phone (Can you hear me now?) and a gun which he could properly fend off “Spawn” or some “Yugio” character that might be picking on him.
Enjoy your TV watching -and watch out for the Nerd Dude Action Figure.
-DH
So I recently started to play this and all I can say is “Great game!”
I did find fault with one thing; say good by to your loved ones because you’ll be consumed with this one for some time.
It’s like a time traveling device – Turn this game on and instantly you’ll see 2am.
The game is really great -Think Madmax with some other cool stuff mixed in. I find myself just playing for a little while and then telling myself that’s enough.
If you enjoy a little RPG and FPS rolled into one then you are sure to enjoy this game.
See you in the future.
-DH
I just watched the latest episode of Heroes and 24 and all I have to say is:
BLAHHHHHH!
I can’t shake off the flatness that is the plot and character development of these 2 once loved shows.
I think these writers and creators are really just dialing it in. Its sooooo much of the same – Get some original ideas that haven’t been done to death already. I think they go to the local comic shop and just steel ideas.
Stop making everything so linear – Take some hints from Lost, Damages or BSG and tell a story thats more complicated than A to B to C- IE -now the Heroes are going to be hunted and they must work together to survive.
It’s just not that interesting any more.
I think I’ll go read a book.
Updated 2/9/2009
I did begin to read a book – the new John Grisham “The Associate” -review to come later.
Regarding leaving 24 and Heroes – I’ve come to the realization that there just isn’t a lot of good shows on. So regardless of my thought I should stick with it.
PS – If you want some good TV – check out BSG – it is really good – even if you take the Sci-Fi element out of it.
Filed under: TV, funstuff | Tags: TV Shows, Must See TV, What's on TV, Lost
I would love to get your thoughts on Last night’s Lost.
Any theories?
Note: Too much TV watching recently – reading a book tonight and 1 hour on the eliptical
Last night Fox gave us back JJ Abram’s Fringe and it tasted good.
I liked everything about it. I like the addition of several new characters.
Loved the Giant Cold Slug thing – Love the internal issues within the FBI – the power struggle -the double agent. It reminds me of the good old days of X-Files.
If you gave up on it early (I almost did) -take another look -It is getting better
-DH
PS – Lost is Back tonight so make sure your DVRs are ready.
So my awesome wife gave this too me on my birthday -I opened it at 12:01 on December 26th.
It is a great documentary that is sure to move you.
A brief synopsis: In 1974 a “wire walker” attempts to walk across a wire between the Twin Towers. Yes those 2 towers. It is fun, interesting and powerful. Rent it or buy it- just make sure you see it.
Enjoy
-DH
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My awesome wife gifted me a Blu Ray player for Christmas so I’ve started to put together a great collection.
Here is what I have so far:
Prince Caspian
Hell Boy 2
Dark Knight -awesome
Burn B4 Reading
Wanted – I like it
Wall-E
Transformers( Thanks for the Birthday Gift J)
