TulioDude wrote:Even they didn't want to use Bumblebee, they could just not have him appear in the story, feels to unnecessary for me.
Well the comics aren't aimed at children AFAIK and the character has been way overused in the last 15 years anyway. It was alright for the 1st 5 years, but then it got repetitious and annoying.
I don't think too many people are upset with what happened so much as the WAY it happened.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 12:03 am
by JazZeke
sol magnus wrote:
Rodimus Prime wrote:
TulioDude wrote:Even they didn't want to use Bumblebee, they could just not have him appear in the story, feels to unnecessary for me.
Well the comics aren't aimed at children AFAIK and the character has been way overused in the last 15 years anyway. It was alright for the 1st 5 years, but then it got repetitious and annoying.
I don't think too many people are upset with what happened so much as the WAY it happened.
Yep.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 4:00 am
by SkyFire Prime
ScottyP wrote:Optimus stepping on a deer is so entirely unnecessary. Someone needs to check this writer's basement, that's some deranged, twistedly cruel stuff to put on a page. Might not be sticking around for much of this series!
Dude your reaction is not connected to reality, I listened to you on the podcast and I rushed to see what was so deranged....
"Optimus taking a moment to appreciate nature, accidently stepping on a deer (as we might accidently step on an ant) but then feeling remorse and triggering PTSD flashback of violence on Cybertron"
This is actually a tender moment where get to see that this Prime appreciates all life, even more so than us. Because that deer amounts to an ant for him.
I might add, did you criticize Micheal Bay when Prime was stealing faces?, now there's a basement that needs checking!
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 4:04 am
by JazZeke
SkyFire Prime wrote:
ScottyP wrote:Optimus stepping on a deer is so entirely unnecessary. Someone needs to check this writer's basement, that's some deranged, twistedly cruel stuff to put on a page. Might not be sticking around for much of this series!
Dude your reaction is not connected to reality, I listened to you on the podcast and I rushed to see what was so deranged....
"Optimus taking a moment to appreciate nature, accidently stepping on a deer (as we might accidently step on an ant) but then feeling remorse and triggering PTSD flashback of violence on Cybertron"
This is actually a tender moment where get to see that this Prime appreciates all life, even more so than us. Because that deer amounts to an ant for him.
I might add, did you criticize Micheal Bay when Prime was stealing faces?, now there's a basement that needs checking!
It kinda hearkens back to The Iron Giant, IMO
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 6:44 pm
by D-Maximal_Primal
I finally got to read my issue Friday night, and then I read it again last night. It was pretty good. I admit to not liking the cartoon robots, but once I started reading the comic, I felt a little more OK with it after I saw they are using updated vehicle modes, and the artist did a good job of the v-mode details (he actually included the wires and stuff trucks actually use with trailers!). Still wish the robot mode details were better, but seeing the interior work, it was really solid all the way around.
I also really liked the writing. It was a good pace, and it accomplished a lot in those pages. It moved without feeling like it was speeding.
I liked the characterizations too. Love Prime so far, it feels like a welcome change of pace for the character. Starscream is cranky and deranged, and I like it in this case. Soundwave caring for a wounded Ravage was a nice touch, glad they are continuing that kind of relationship with Soundwave and his cassettes.
The human cast also seems good so far, I like Carly and Spike, and I feel like we are going to get a unique sparkplug story here I am interested to see.
Overall, very strong start. I guess I will check out this continuity as we go for now. They got me hooked, now let's see what else we got.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2023 5:09 pm
by ScottyP
SkyFire Prime wrote:
ScottyP wrote:Optimus stepping on a deer is so entirely unnecessary. Someone needs to check this writer's basement, that's some deranged, twistedly cruel stuff to put on a page. Might not be sticking around for much of this series!
Dude your reaction is not connected to reality
I found your post in the episode thread entirely fair. This is too, but ouch. This one hurt.
Gonna take a hiatus from this thread. Good or bad, you won't be hearing from me about it.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2023 5:22 pm
by sol magnus
A quick review!
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Fri Nov 10, 2023 6:31 am
by snavej
Issue 2 is out. Starscream's having fun: see him smile on the cover. GI Joe made a small appearance. The situation for the Autobots seems very, very bad this time. They might even be on the verge of extinction. There were some reader letters at the end. Overall, it's pretty good. I was left wanting more. I could read this kind of material for hours.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Fri Nov 10, 2023 6:41 am
by D-Maximal_Primal
i ordered mine last night, should hopefully be here early next week. Looking forward to it!
SkyBound Transformers #3 3 Page Preview
Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2023 8:18 am
by D-Maximal_Primal
Thanks to an update from Skybound, we have our first look at next months Transformers #3 comic. Following the explosive Issue #2 released this week, a confrontation between Autobot and Decepticon is brewing, and Sparkplug is ready to dive headlong into action as well.
Much like the preview for Issue #2, no dialogue is present for this early 3 page preview.
Check out the preview below, and let us know what you think in the comments below!
Today Skybound, in collaboration with leading toy and game company Hasbro, revealed an impressive lineup of variant covers and a first look at interior pages of Daniel Warren Johnson’s TRANSFORMERS #3. The third issue of the smash hit series, TRANSFORMERS, will be available on shelves in comic book shops December 13, 2023.
TRANSFORMERS #3 continues the Energon Universe and the all-new era of the iconic TRANSFORMERS franchise from Daniel Warren Johnson (Extremity, Do a Powerbomb) and colorist Mike Spicer (Stillwater, Murder Falcon). Outnumbered and overpowered, it’s time for the Autobots to stand their ground, as Optimus Prime goes toe-to-toe with Skywarp!
In addition to the main cover by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, the stacked list of variant covers for TRANSFORMERS #3 includes a cover by Taurin Clarke (Black Panther), a 1:10 incentive variant continuing the connecting cover series by Orlando Arocena (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), a 1:25 incentive variant by Matias Bergara (Coda), and a 1:50 incentive variant by Nick Dragotta (Creepshow).
The Energon Universe officially began in June 2023 with the surprise first appearance of iconic TRANSFORMERS character Jetfire in Void Rivals #1, introducing the historic new collaboration between Hasbro and Skybound, with TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE comics finding a new home with the publisher.
The Energon Universe expands in December with Duke #1, a limited series from Joshua Williamson (DC’s Superman, Dark Ride), Tom Reilly (The Thing) and Jordie Bellaire (W0rldtr33). This will be followed by the launch of Cobra Commander #1 in January 2024, from Joshua Williamson, Andrea Milana (Impact Winter: Rook) and Annalisa Leoni (Oblivion Song). Fans should expect can’t-miss moments from every issue of the Energon Universe, as secrets are unveiled along the path to answering the BIG questions, including #WhereIsMegatron.
TRANSFORMERS #3 (Lunar Codes Below | $3.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.
The full list of variant covers is below:
TRANSFORMERS #3 Cover A by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer (1023IM385) TRANSFORMERS #3 Cover B by Taurin Clarke (1023IM386) TRANSFORMERS #3 Cover C (1:10 Copy Incentive) by Orlando Arocena (1023IM387) TRANSFORMERS #3 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Matias Bergara (1023IM388) TRANSFORMERS #3 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Nick Dragotta (1023IM389)
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Mon Nov 13, 2023 5:56 am
by Big Grim
Gotta say, I love the art for fast and frantic action sequences like this.
~ Grim
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Mon Nov 13, 2023 6:11 am
by snavej
And the mayhem continues. Laserbeak didn't use his laser eyes. Cliffjumper didn't use his glass gas. Perhaps they're saving energy? (I know that Laserbeak is always worried about losing power in his lasers.) Perhaps they're not sure how the weapons will work on Earth? Cliffjumper certainly doesn't want to hurt the humans.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Mon Nov 13, 2023 11:15 pm
by Stormshot_Prime
So much carnage and killing, and we’re just getting started! Kinda scared for Megatron to show up, if Starscream is this vicious.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Tue Nov 14, 2023 5:59 am
by snavej
Stormshot_Prime wrote:So much carnage and killing, and we’re just getting started! Kinda scared for Megatron to show up, if Starscream is this vicious.
This is realistic. In order to defeat the mighty Autobots (and almost anyone else), the Decepticons have to be hard-hitting and relentless. As a general rule, if they don't achieve multiple casualties per trooper per day, they won't beat the Autobots.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Wed Nov 15, 2023 9:15 am
by partholon
i think MORE has happened in two issues of this skybound reboot of the comic than the first 8 of IDWs last one.
amazing what ya can achieve when your not walking up and down stairs all the fecking time.
im not a mad fan of the artstyle but theres been worse in the francise and the derpy look of the bot modes is more than offset by the technical stuff on the vehicle modes/enviroments. especially on the dynamism front. theres some real nice feelings of mass and motion.
the books FEELS like a proper reboot too. ive seen some complaining about prime killing bambi but that whole scene was a shorthand route to showing his character. if your a normie buying this odds are your only view on prime is the movies where hes a fkn psychopath.
so the secnes in issue two showing him giving a toss is welcomed, especially when it contrasts with PROPER decepticons not giving a flying fig about killing the squishes themselves. a nice return to "good " and "evil" .
in fact so far the whole series reminds me of the VERY early days of G1 in the UK comcic.
dinobot hunt/ crisis of command level where the much smaller cast made more compelling stories. the colouring even in issue two took me back to the aul gina hart days, not QUITE as good, but in that direction.
its can still go aresways,but right now im glad i came back to the book. its nice to see the characters ACT like who they are again. i'll give warren johnson that. he knows these bots and cons.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Sun Dec 03, 2023 7:51 pm
by D-Maximal_Primal
Starting to get more into the universe, got Void Rivals 1 and 2, and Skybound #2. This universe really is a damn good read so far, and I am excited for more
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Tue Dec 05, 2023 9:29 am
by Halfofme07
Finally read the first two issues. Great comic. Not great Transformers. Yet another grim n gritty this-is-how-it-would-really-happen adaptation of beloved fiction. Writing, art, and characterization is great, but the feel is all wrong.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Fri Dec 08, 2023 6:40 pm
by wyokid
This is the best Transformers has been since Prime season one. It is the best Transformers comics have been since Furman's IDW run. This is what dreams are made of.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Mon Dec 18, 2023 7:15 pm
by D-Maximal_Primal
Finally got to read issue 3, and re-read, and re-read some more.
They are COOKING with this book. It has well and truly surprised me with how good it is, This is a great team to handle Transformers right now. Great stuff.
Prime is a heroic dad trying his best, Cliffjumper wants to be helpful and open minded, Ratchet the responsible adult, starscream a grumpy scary dude, Skywarp just chilling, and so much more. It's just great!
Some of my favorite panels from the newest issue, just showing how good they are cooking:
And the best one:
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Fri Jan 12, 2024 10:05 am
by #1 Signal Lancer fan
After reading issue 4, I'm really loving this version of Optimus. The amount of character they've shown for him in four issues is more than some other modern takes on the character have shown in a lot more.
It's also refreshing to have an Optimus that is both fierce and gentle.
Very interested in what's to come with his new arm
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Fri Jan 12, 2024 10:11 am
by D-Maximal_Primal
I'm currently waiting on my new issue to arrive in the mail, excited to see what we got this month!
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Mon Jan 15, 2024 5:40 am
by Big Grim
I'm seriously enjoying the series thus far but is it just me or are they a little cavalier with characters? Tearing Skywary apart seemed...excessive when they have other cybertronians available all around them that are NOT active.
~ GRim
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Tue Jan 16, 2024 9:43 am
by #1 Signal Lancer fan
Big Grim wrote:I'm seriously enjoying the series thus far but is it just me or are they a little cavalier with characters? Tearing Skywary apart seemed...excessive when they have other cybertronians available all around them that are NOT active.
~ GRim
My thoughts on that were that Skywarp was pretty badly injured as opposed to just offline, so repairing him would have been more challenging. Also, could be that they needed running Cybertronian parts.
That said, they're certainly being a little cavalier. We're four issues in and Bumblebee, Jetfire, and Skywarp seem to be properly dead.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2024 8:39 am
by #1 Signal Lancer fan
Cobra Commander #1 spoilers below:
Very interesting introduction to Megatron. It looked like a 2007 movie dynamic with Megatron being used for research/technology development, and then they hit us with the surprise Animated dynamic by revealing that he is awake and plotting.
Very interested to see how they pull off this shared Universe. Will Megatron's eventual introduction to the Transformers run make Cobra Commander required reading, or will they find a way to work him in seamlessly? This has always been my hesitation with shared universes, its hard to get the benefits of them without the drawbacks of required reading and a confusing reading order.
Re: SkyBound Transformers Comics Discussion
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2024 2:19 pm
by #1 Signal Lancer fan
I compiled a list below of the currently-known status of all Transformers in the Energon Universe:
Autobots:
Active Optimus Prime Ratchet Cliffjumper
Inactive but alive Jazz Wheeljack Ironhide Prowl Brawn
Confirmed dead Bumblebee Jetfire
Decepticons:
Active Starscream Soundwave Laserbeak Rumble Ravage Thundercracker Shockwave (See Void Rivals #4) Megatron (See Cobra Commander #1)
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2023 6:55 pm
