Aiiie! Pseudo-Dumasian!

The astute reader will have observed that we have explained why the valley is safe from the west, from the north and from the south, and is, no doubt furiously wondering what lies to the east. The author would like to assure the reader that we have not forgotten this cardinal direction, but intend to take him there directly; indeed, it is for the purpose of this easterly journey that we have introduced the Nemites who, though certainly of interest in and of themselves, form no part of our history.

Is this really how Dumas reads? Anyone?

Sunday Trade: Top 10

Top 10
Written by Alan Moore, Finished art by Gene Ha, Layout art by Zander Cannon, Lettering, logos and design by Todd Klein

Neopolis is a city where every resident is a costumed hero or villain. Or a space monster or wandering deity. Everyone. Bus drivers, cabbies, house wives, gang members and cops. And the latter are the focus of the series. Making it Hill Street Blues. With capes. A brilliant concept. And just like the best cop shows, the characters are rich and flawed and heroic and petty and grand all at once...

The focus starts on rookie cop Robyn "Toybox" Slinger, a second generation cape/cop. She gets partnered with the acerbic Smax, an 8' plus blue giant. Which sets much of the tone for her first day...

Top 10 is some of Moore's best work. And he again shows an uncanny ability to pick the perfect accompanying artist in Gene Ha. Ha fills each page with tiny visual references to comics, television and movies. Little details that add to the tapestry of Neopollis and always fit in perfectly...

Schwag as a reward for aging

Had friends over for a small early birthday party. Grilled some burgers, played some board and card games. Got a couple books, some gift cards and a few movies. Oh and watched the game, mostly in the background. So congrats to you Giants fans. At least you ones who aren't drunk. You can burn! Damn you drunkies!

Anyways, its been a better than average night...