Farscape Comic Issue #1 Discussion Spoilers

[Randy_Watson]

I believe it was suggested in another thread that we should set up separate threads to discuss the comics. Should we assume spoilers in these, or should we add spoiler tags to the conversation? I won't comment until there is some feedback, beyond saying I am not let down by the first issue.

[the fifth man]

I say we assume spoilers, so no tags are needed. But, I would probably put that in the thread title if I was you. I haven't gotten my Issue #1 yet, but I can't wait to hear about it from those that have gotten it.

[Randy_Watson]

OK, sounds good. Can we edit titles, or do we have to get a mod to do that?

[SunKrux]

You should be able to edit the title yourself. Just click "edit" on your original post and see if it lets you. If it won't, contact a mod and ask them to add SPOILERS to the title. :D

x posted this in another thread: I haven't read it all yet, but the one thing that bugs me...the inside artist did NOT get Aeryn right at all. :bleh: It doesn't even LOOK like Claudia. What's with the yellowish brown eyes? Claudia's and in turn, Aeryn's eyes are BLUE. :rolleyes: :lol:

[Randy_Watson]

I didn't really notice the eyes. For the most part I thought the art was good, but IMO Jothee looks way too much like D'Argo (he looks older).

[SunKrux]

Other than the Aeryn issue, the artwork is pretty good. It will take some getting use to that's for sure. ;)

As for Jothee looking like D'Argo, I look a lot like my mom, so Jothee looking a lot like D'Argo doesn't bother me.

[Randy_Watson]

Other than the Aeryn issue, the artwork is pretty good. It will take some getting use to that's for sure. ;)

As for Jothee looking like D'Argo, I look a lot like my mom, so Jothee looking a lot like D'Argo doesn't bother me.

But is your dad another species? j/k I know they tend to look alike, I just thought they made him look too old.

It did seem awfully short, but I guess I'm not used to Comics, so that's probably the norm. (basically it seemed like a pre-credit intro to an episode, not an episode itself, and with only 4 coming, that doesn't seem like a lot, but I'm greedy so I'll take what I can get. :) )

[SunKrux]

But is your dad another species? j/k I know they tend to look alike, I just thought they made him look too old.

Actually, he is. :P :lol: As for Jothee, maybe Luxan's look older than they really are. I seem to remember Zhaan asking D'Argo how old he was and he mentioned 30 cycles and from Zhaan's comments it seemed to me that that age was considered to still be teenagerish. I could be wrong though.



It did seem awfully short, but I guess I'm not used to Comics, so that's probably the norm. (basically it seemed like a pre-credit intro to an episode, not an episode itself, and with only 4 coming, that doesn't seem like a lot, but I'm greedy so I'll take what I can get. :) )

I'll let you know tonight after I've read it. :lol: Maybe the 4 will be so popular that they'll keep making more until the webisodes are ready. :D

[the fifth man]

Actually, he is. :P :lol: As for Jothee, maybe Luxan's look older than they really are. I seem to remember Zhaan asking D'Argo how old he was and he mentioned 30 cycles and from Zhaan's comments it seemed to me that that age was considered to still be teenagerish. I could be wrong though.




I'll let you know tonight after I've read it. :lol: Maybe the 4 will be so popular that they'll keep making more until the webisodes are ready. :D

That would be great. I hope these comics are very successful.

[Randy_Watson]

So, I know a few of you got it now, how do you feel about it? I hinted at it before, but I think it makes sense to do the Rygel storyline via comic, as it would probably be very expensive for the webisodes. I want to read it again tonight, but it's kind of hard to review it since it seems like not much happened, they just set up the plot. The nice thing is, I think they did a good job of getting the "feel" right, though there are some art issues like Sun mentioned.

[SunKrux]

Typical FS stuff. I mean, really did Chiana, Jothee, Crichton and Aeryn really think that things would go smoothly with Bishon? :lol:

[the fifth man]

Issue #1 was definitely a lot of set-up for the other 3 issues. I'm glad the comic has the Farscape feel though. I can't wait to see what goes on in Issue #2.

So, who do you guys think is trailing Moya? An old foe, or someone new?

[SunKrux]

I think it is someone new.

[the fifth man]

I think it is someone new.

Personally, I am still undecided. Hopefully we'll find out in Issue #2.:)

[SunKrux]

Personally, I am still undecided. Hopefully we'll find out in Issue #2.:)
I have a feeling we'll find out at the end of the 4th one. That's how evil Rockne is. ;) :lol:

[the fifth man]

I have a feeling we'll find out at the end of the 4th one. That's how evil Rockne is. ;) :lol:

Hey, as long as more comics are green-lit by then, I'd be fine with that.:D

[SunKrux]

Hey, as long as more comics are green-lit by then, I'd be fine with that.:D

Works for me so long as Rockne and Keith or any of the writers from Farscape write them. :D

[the fifth man]

Works for me so long as Rockne and Keith or any of the writers from Farscape write them. :D

Most definitely! I suppose I should have added that prerequisite to my last post.:D

[Randy_Watson]

I have my suspicions that issue 4 will end with John saying "D'argo?"

[SunKrux]

I have my suspicions that issue 4 will end with John saying "D'argo?"


And he won't be referring to little D'Argo. :D And I will be vindicated! HA! Then I can go "In your face people! I TOLD you D'Argo wasn't DEAD! I TOLD YOU!" :lol: ;)

[the fifth man]

And he won't be referring to little D'Argo. :D And I will be vindicated! HA! Then I can go "In your face people! I TOLD you D'Argo wasn't DEAD! I TOLD YOU!" :lol: ;)

All we can do is wait and see on that. Personally, I kind of have mixed feelings on D'Argo returning from the "dead". While I do miss him, and it would be great to see him return, I feel he went out like he would have always wanted to. He died a true warrior, saving his friends in the process. Know what I mean?

[SunKrux]

All we can do is wait and see on that. Personally, I kind of have mixed feelings on D'Argo returning from the "dead". While I do miss him, and it would be great to see him return, I feel he went out like he would have always wanted to. He died a true warrior, saving his friends in the process. Know what I mean?

Totally know what you mean and respect it, but I don't think he died. He went out fighting but I don't think he died in the process. Seriously wounded and probably captured...but not dead. :D

[the fifth man]

Totally know what you mean and respect it, but I don't think he died. He went out fighting but I don't think he died in the process. Seriously wounded and probably captured...but not dead. :D

I go back and forth on it, but right now, today, that would work for me.:) It would be awesome to see a reunion with everyone.

But after what went on between Jothee and Chiana in Issue #1, again, boy would that cause trouble all over again.

[SunKrux]

I go back and forth on it, but right now, today, that would work for me.:) It would be awesome to see a reunion with everyone.

But after what went on between Jothee and Chiana in Issue #1, again, boy would that cause trouble all over again.

But think of the fun that trouble would be. :D

[SylvreWolfe]

I finally read it
My biggest gripe was a almost nekkid Chiana copping feel on Jothee. We know she likes sex, but we have never known her to run around wearing nothing but a gunbelt and gun

I wait impatiently for issue 2

[SylvreWolfe]

Totally know what you mean and respect it, but I don't think he died. He went out fighting but I don't think he died in the process. Seriously wounded and probably captured...but not dead. :D


Hubby suggested that the Scarrans got D'Argo and are holding him for future possibilities.

[Randy_Watson]

Totally know what you mean and respect it, but I don't think he died. He went out fighting but I don't think he died in the process. Seriously wounded and probably captured...but not dead. :D

Yeah, I know we've talked about it a lot, but this seems likely. They just set things up for it with the way it all went down. If they are going to bring him back, I hope they do it sooner rather than later. (or maybe they could work it out as some sort of quest where they have to go get him like SylvreWolfe's scenario).

SylvreWolfe, I know what you mean about the nude Chiana, however, it does seem in character for her. I think they can just get away with a little more in this medium. (not that the show shied away from pushing the limits)

[the fifth man]

But think of the fun that trouble would be. :D

True, but D'Argo doesn't deserve that pain again. That, and I don't want his relationship with Jothee to go completely down the toilet.

[Thunderstorm]

Ok, got it, read it.

The short review - 1-10: artwork (minus cover) 3; writing 8.


Long review
Loved the writing. I thought it carried forward the Farscape universe perfectly. Tone and words fit the characters, I could imagine them speaking. Biggest complaint - Memphis?!?!?! I thought John grew up in Kansas. I think someone confused the actor with the character and no one bothered to correct it.

Artwork - I'd love to say something nice about it but then I'd be lying. Rygel, Noranti, and Chiana are fairly close. Jothee looks wooden and like a generic Luxan. John and Aeryn make me cringe. John looks like your generic Hero male - which if this was a new comic and character would be just fine, but this is an established character that should look like him. Aeryn, I can't describe exactly what's wrong - I think she looks too hard. I'm not an artist, but if saw that drawing of her without the context, I wouldn't think Aeryn.

I haven't bought a comic book in over 20 yrs so maybe this is the style and price and quantity that is standard now. But when I opened up the envelope and saw how skinny it was, my 1st reaction was - I paid $5 for that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Of course, I'm thinking of comic books back when I grew up (the late 60's into the 70's) when me and my brother bought lots and they cheap avg ones were 10 cents and the good ones were 25 cents and were 2 or 3 times as thick (of course that could be my childhood exaggeration - maybe it's time to open that box back up and compare).

What I would like for the future (and know I'm not going to get :(), is if they would scrap the artwork (and cost), take the writing add some description (to replace the art) and publish it in some download or other form and charge a $1 or 2 - now that I would buy more.

[the fifth man]

Glad to hear you finally got a hold of it, Thunderstorm. While the artwork wasn't perfect, personally, I didn't think it was all that bad overall. I do wish it was longer than it was though. I was done reading it really fast, and now am eagerly awaiting Issue #2.

[Care]

I haven`t got it yet. I was just curious to see what everybody else thought. I don`t know where to get them up here, so I might have to wait and order them all when I go to the states next.

So far everybody seems happy with the content and quality. I can`t wait!

[the fifth man]

I haven`t got it yet. I was just curious to see what everybody else thought. I don`t know where to get them up here, so I might have to wait and order them all when I go to the states next.

So far everybody seems happy with the content and quality. I can`t wait!

Where are you located? Because, to be honest, they might not be available for too long. The first printing of Issue #1 sold out really fast, but, they are going to do another printing of it. If that sells out too, it may be pretty hard to find them. I definitely recommend trying to get them sooner rather than later if at all possible.

[Care]

I am in Canada. Do I have to order them online? Because I haven't been able to find them anywhere.

I am not much of a comic person. I like the stories, pics, and concept, but I find them confusing to figure out what is being said where and when. Does that make sense, lol? The dialogue is hard to keep track of. Maybe it's just me. I only started reading them when the Buffy season 8 comics started.

[the fifth man]

I am in Canada. Do I have to order them online? Because I haven't been able to find them anywhere.

I am not much of a comic person. I like the stories, pics, and concept, but I find them confusing to figure out what is being said where and when. Does that make sense, lol? The dialogue is hard to keep track of. Maybe it's just me. I only started reading them when the Buffy season 8 comics started.

It would probably be easier to order them online, especially if you haven't found them anywhere. Some websites, even if they are out of something, will let you place an order anyway, for when they are replenished. As for Issues # 2-4, you could still pre-order them.

[the fifth man]

Does anyone know when we can expect Issue #2? This wait is becoming a real pain.

[SunKrux]

Does anyone know when we can expect Issue #2? This wait is becoming a real pain.

Oh please this wait is NOTHING compared to the waits in between seasons of FS. ;)

[the fifth man]

Oh please this wait is NOTHING compared to the waits in between seasons of FS. ;)

Believe me, I remember those waits. Yeah, they were worse. But this still sucks. I've heard Issue #2 may come out next week though. I really hope that is the case.

[Thunderstorm]

Believe me, I remember those waits. Yeah, they were worse. But this still sucks. I've heard Issue #2 may come out next week though. I really hope that is the case.

I read that #2 original date was Dec 31. So if it comes out a month late like the #1 then that would be 8 more days.

[the fifth man]

I read that #2 original date was Dec 31. So if it comes out a month late like the #1 then that would be 8 more days.

New comics come out on Wednesdays. The 28th is a Wednesday.

[./freelancer]

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b153/freelancer42/DSC00755.jpg
:D

[SunKrux]

I have the cover on the right. :D My evil twinny has the one with the actual photograph of John, Aeryn and Lil D on it. :D

[the fifth man]

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b153/freelancer42/DSC00755.jpg
:D

Very nice!:)

[LoneStar1836]

So you finally got yours! :)

On the blue cover, is that Sikozu on the cover to the left of John? And if so, what the heck is she doing there? :S Otherwise whoever did the blue cover did a really great job on the art. The one in the middle not so much. While I find that one interesting enough, it would have been better if they actually looked closer to the characters.

[./freelancer]

So you finally got yours! :)
Well I got the one from TFAW about three weeks ago, but this arrived from BOOM this week :)


On the blue cover, is that Sikozu on the cover to the left of John?

It sure looks like her...

[the fifth man]

Well I got the one from TFAW about three weeks ago, but this arrived from BOOM this week :)



It sure looks like her...

Yeah, that's Sikozu. Remember, that's what she looked like in PKWs. Why she is on the cover though, I don't have a clue.

[SunKrux]

Sikozu's on the cover because....
Like D'Argo she AIN'T DEAD! :p :lol:

[Thunderstorm]

Sikozu's on the cover because....
Like D'Argo she AIN'T DEAD! :p :lol:

Sorry but for this character
This is one time I was happy for what Scorpius was doing

[SunKrux]

Sorry but for this character
This is one time I was happy for what Scorpius was doing

To each their own. :D

[the fifth man]

To each their own. :D

I think she got what was coming to her. In a way, she ripped Scorpius' heart out. I just wish they had shown him dealing with her.

Anyone else a little miffed that Issue #2 didn't come out today? I really hope it's next week, because this wait is killer.

[Randy_Watson]

I think she got what was coming to her. In a way, she ripped Scorpius' heart out. I just wish they had shown him dealing with her.

Anyone else a little miffed that Issue #2 didn't come out today? I really hope it's next week, because this wait is killer.

Did you go check? I was going to, but am as sick as a dog so I didn't want to brave the cold. Glad I didn't go and have there be nothing.

[Randy_Watson]

Wow, so there is ANOTHER limited edition Farscap #1 Comic coming out, this one only available at the New York Comic Con and has a HoloFoil cover:

http://blog.boom-studios.net/2009/01/farscape-1-nycc-exclusive/

LOS ANGELES - January 26th, 2009 - BOOM! Studios will be offering a limited holofoil edition of their sold out comic FARSCAPE #1 available exclusively during New York Comic Con 2009.

The holofoil cover, featuring FARSCAPE’s main character John Crichton, is limited to 500 copies, and will only be available at the BOOM! Studios booth (#1313) during New York Comic Con 2009. Featuring a gold metallic finish on a cardstock cover, it will be one of the most special limited edition collectibles ever made in association with FARSCAPE due to its extremely low print run. It is unavailable anywhere else.

New York Comic Con runs from Friday to Sunday February 6th - 8th, 2009 at The Javits Center in Manhattan.

This special limited edition comic is the first of an upcoming series of three special covers that will debut at a select number of comic book conventions across the country at the BOOM! Studios booth.
“When I first heard the term ‘holofoil’ I didn’t know what to think. It’s hard to describe the special metallic effect the books have. But once the issues came into the office, they blew my socks off,” said Chip Mosher, Director of Sales and Marketing. “Fans are going to absolutely love them.”
FARSCAPE #1 was released to near unanimous praise December 24th, 2008. After selling out in five days, FARSCAPE #1 will be receiving a second printing that will hit store shelves early February, shortly after the second issue hits the stands.

Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ve04diAOg7I

Anybody going? I'd sure like one of those.

And one of these:

http://www.boom-studios.net/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/290x449/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/F/a/FarScape_001_Challengers.jpg

But as soon as I buy 1 special, I know I'd feel obligated (it's a sickness) to buy every cover for every issue, which would get out of hand real quick.

[the fifth man]

I really hope Issue #2 comes out this coming Wednesday, Feb. 4th.

[Blackened]

Unfortunately I live in the UK so I can't get the holofoil cover - but if anyone does, be sure to post pics. It seems there's going to be quite a few limited edition covers as the inside of the cover says there is a wondercon and emerald city cover too. I got the 3 normal ones then managed to get the Challenger cover added to my shipment. Heres mine:

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/4175/dsc00503zo0.jpg

[LoneStar1836]

If BOOM! does the graphic novel (http://www.tfaw.com/Search/_results_invstatus_search=preorder/_results_order_search=title/_results_prod_type_search=Graphic-Novels/_results_sstring_search=farscape) like IDW did/is doing the ones for Angel:AtF, then it ought to include all the regular and special covers that were printed as a bonus. Don't know if that will be the case though since not much is know about it yet.

[Blackened]

If BOOM! does the graphic novel (http://www.tfaw.com/Search/_results_invstatus_search=preorder/_results_order_search=title/_results_prod_type_search=Graphic-Novels/_results_sstring_search=farscape) like IDW did/is doing the ones for Angel:AtF, then it ought to include all the regular and special covers that were printed as a bonus. Don't know if that will be the case though since not much is know about it yet.

Why would boom not do it? It's listed on their website here: http://www.boom-studios.net/farscape-vol-1-hardcover-edition.html. I don't see why they would put it up there then not do it.

[Randy_Watson]

Why would boom not do it? It's listed on their website here: http://www.boom-studios.net/farscape-vol-1-hardcover-edition.html. I don't see why they would put it up there then not do it.

He's not questioning if they will do the novel, but whether or not they will do it in the same manner as IDW (with all the alternate covers included).

[the fifth man]

He's not questioning if they will do the novel, but whether or not they will do it in the same manner as IDW (with all the alternate covers included).

That's how I read it too. Hopefully they do include all the alternate covers.

[Blackened]

Ah OK that makes more sense now, my mistake.

So what did everyone actually think about the comic? I thought it was really good - it felt like farscape should. It had its funny moments, and it felt a lot like a (longer than usual) episode intro, where as soon as you finish reading the last panel the theme music starts :)

[mad_dwarfer]

I for one really enjoyed the first issue. The art was a bit dodgy in a couple of places and I swear Memphis was where Ben Browder was born, not John Crichton, but overall it was a really good read. Felt just like Farscape should, which was really encouraging for the future comic miniseries they're planning.

Just out of interest, I've been trying to get hold of all the covers, as I'm kind of a completist with these types of things (can be a bit annoying really! :p ), but I seriously doubt I'll be able to get hold of any of these convention special covers. Does anyone think they'd be able to get me a copy if they're going to NYCC? Bit of a long shot I know, but thought I'd ask just in case!

[LoneStar1836]

He's not questioning if they will do the novel, but whether or not they will do it in the same manner as IDW (with all the alternate covers included).
That's what I meant. :) Sorry for the confusion.


As to the first issue....

I thought it was really good - it felt like farscape should. It had its funny moments, and it felt a lot like a (longer than usual) episode intro, where as soon as you finish reading the last panel the theme music startsI agree. It is a good set up for the remaining issues.

My only problem was some of the art work, but otherwise the dialogue was great.

[nx01a]

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b153/freelancer42/DSC00755.jpg
:DI have the cover on the right. I think it's the best one... and I was fooled into thinking the interior art would be as good as that one the cover. :(
The story was a good set-up for the series. No characters felt 'wrong' and it was like watching an episode.
>I think we all saw Rygel's double cross coming a mile away, especially with all the talk of her being the only wife he trusted.
>I loved the listing of some of the things Moya's crew has destroyed. A highlight of Farscape post-season 2 for me was seeing what big thing they'd destroy this season. From Scorpius' base to his bank to his carrier [I see a trend :P] to Katratzi to a planet, fleet and, if left unchecked, all existence... I wonder what John'll blow up this time.:D
>Jothee is a man whose problem I envy.
>Chianna starting to mimic crying Deke in the heat of the moment... Priceless!
>Another Dr. Strangelove reference. :D

As for the not so good things...
>I'm not hating the art, but it's not exactly stellar.
>On the same topic slightly, the scene where time 'slows' or whatever... it looked like they felt a jump or collision rather than slowing down. Maybe a word balloon with "It's your turn to chaaaaaaange thhheeee baaaaby, John." or somesuch would have been more effective.

I'm reading it for the story, not necessarily the art, but I do wish the guy who drew the cover I have had done the interior art. Still, the words are making me laugh and I'm looking forward to issue 2.

[the fifth man]

Let's hope this Wednesday is the lucky day for Issue #2.