The Difficulty of Issue #2.5

What was really hard about this issue is that there is hardly any action. On top of that, almost all the action is at the end. The rest of the issue is all one long conversation. True, I could have condensed some of the dialogue that I stretch over pages, but I wanted the artist to have the room to really build up the tension, especially since there is no real payoff until the very end. The other hard part was trying not to fall into cliched superhero dialogue. True, it is easier and it works, but I wanted it to sound more like what people really sound like when they are hurt, and what people sound like when they are trying to console them. Usually those things happen and are over with so quickly in comics, but, let's be honest, it often takes a lot longer to put up that stiff upper lip when we feel wronged and alienated.

What the hell took so god damn long?

Hello gentle readers (both of you),

Here is why things took so long for the script for issue 2.5. First, my computer broke, a lot, several times, and I had to get it repaired. Then, when I got it back, I just couldn’t bring myself to write. I know, it sounds stupid, but I just couldn’t do it until today. As you can see, I wrote a lot. On top of that, I have also written issue #3 already. I will post it in its entirety later on today or tomorrow. I am working a double today, so I don’t know if I will even want to look at a computer screen when I get home. Also, I have to post a few more random stuff first, just because I want to. Issue 3.5 is going to be a tough one as well. But, I will tell you that it has to do with Alfred, because he has one of the greatest histories in comics and needs some of his stories told.

Till then, thank you, both of you, for continuing to read my attempt at writing DC.

James

Where the hell is #2.5?

What do you mean Issue #2.5 isn't up yet? You're not even writing full breakdowns! There is no art and it is taking you this god damn long? What the hell is wrong with you? You complain about lateness all the time and you can't even stay on schedule!

These are the things I say to myself over and over again and will be continuing to do so until I finish this damn issue. Like I said before, this has been a really hard issue to write, and the holidays are busy in the world of retail.

Which only goes to illustrate the need to have things ready before you start posting them online.

Still, stick around, things are only going to get better (in my opinion).

God, I am so Jealous

So David Mack came into the store the other day.

Let me say this. I am a fan of David Mack. It was really hard not to be a total fanboy, because I am a fanboy, but he was really nice and put up with me, because God knows I can be annoying. Just ask my friends.

That being said, I am rather envious of the man, and not just because he created an awesome comic (Kabuki), but rather, because of what he does for Christmas.

This guy goes to Portland, gets together with Brian Michael Bendis, Michael Avon Oeming, and Chuck Palahniuk, hangs out with them all, and writes with them. That's it.

Imagine it for a moment. David Mack, Brian Michael Bendis, Michael Avon Oeming, and Chuck Palahniuk, sitting in a living room, sipping on a drink or two, and just chilling.

One day I hope to be there. Till then, I am just going to be jealous.

It was very nice to meet you, David. Thanks for hanging out.

Purpose

I love the DC Universe. I really do. Since I got into comics, DC has generally been the comics that I prefer over all others. That being said, there is a lot that I would like see done differently. To that end, I am going to write my own DC Universe story and just hope that people enjoy it. Since I cannot draw a straight line, even with a ruler, if there is ever anyone who would like to draw my story, please let me know so I can post it here. The scripts are done Marvel style so any artist can have free reign.

If like my story, let me know. If you don't let me know as well. If you have no opinion, well, it's probably best if you keep that to yourself.

Besides scripts, I will also post my thoughts on what I would like the DC Universe to be.