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My Experience in the Comic Book Universe

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I’ve been thinking about writing a post like this for a long time. I want to share my experiences with the comic book universe and how I observe the movies/TV shows compared to how I read their source material. I feel like I have a lot of unique opinions on the matter; it’s just been a question of “who cares?”

Growing up in small-town USA, I didn’t know comic books existed, really. I never knew of a place where I could get them or read the comics. My earliest memories are of watching Batman and Justice League on TV. I dressed up as Batman for Halloween one year, despite the fact that I was a little girl. I guess that was an early sign of the years to come.

It wasn’t until the whole comic book/manga thing became more mainstream that I started seeing them at my local library. I fell in love with the medium, and I’m not ashamed of that anymore. I don’t care what “reader purists” say; I believe reading comics, manga, and graphic novels is just as valid as reading the Harlequin novels I see strewn about at Goodwill.

With the movies and TV shows being so self-contained, it makes team-ups seem extra special. For example, getting to see Doctor Strange, Iron Man, and the Guardians of the Galaxy team up was a remarkable moment in my mind. In the comics, it’s common to see heroes team up, but it’s just weird for me to witness, although it’s taken some time to become accustomed to seeing all the teamwork.

However, in the comics, Spider-Man is everyone’s BFF, more or less. He shows up to help any of the other heroes, no matter their expertise or neighborhood. He’s also not afraid to ask for help when he needs it; he’s sometimes seen seeking Doctor Strange for help or advice when the adversary belongs to a different dimension or has magical abilities.

Overall, I’m fascinated with this new universe and I hope to enjoy it for many more years to come. Even though I’m feeling a bit burnt out on how much content we’ve been getting, it’s great nonetheless. I can jump back in when I’m ready to and just as easily dip out or change to a different comic book. The world has become my oyster so to say.

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REVIEW: Guardian of the Galaxy: Rocket Raccoon and Groot Steal the Galaxy! by Dan Abnett

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*No Spoilers*

These are not the Avengers or the Fantastic Four – in fact, they’re barely even famous – but Rocket Raccoon and the faithful Groot are the baddest heroes in the cosmos, and they’re on the run across the Marvel Universe! During a spaceport brawl, the infamous pair rescues an android Recorder from a pack of alien Badoons. Everyone in the galaxy, however, including the ruthless Kree Empire and the stalwart Nova Corps, seems to want that Recorder, who’s about as sane as a sandwich with no mustard. Join Rocket and Groot on a free-for-all across the stars while they try to save all of existence-again!

Rating: 4 out of 5.

Ever since the MCU introduced The Guardians of the Galaxy to old and new fans alike, I have been reading their comics every chance I can get. Like most fans, I fell in love with Groot and his best friend Rocket. Seeing how this story features the dynamic duo, I was excited to listen to this audio adventure.

The Recorder that is rescued by Rocket and Groot is the main narrator of the story. He is a likable character overall, except when he feels the need to stop the story to explain why he used an “Human-like expression” or when “additional exposition” is needed. It becomes a bit jarring at times.

Over the course of the story, the Recorder keeps commenting on Rocket’s “disconcerting human-like hands” and if I never hear that phrase again, it’ll be too soon. There are other ways to describe Rocket’s hands/paws without repeating yourself.

The overall plot is convoluted and gets a little complicated at points, but Rocket Raccoon and Groot Steal the Universe is an enjoyable ride full of action, adventure, and space battles. If you are looking for a fun sci-fi adventure then I would recommend this story.

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REVIEW: All-New Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 1: Communication Breakdown by Gerry Duggan

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*No Spoilers*

A new era of cosmic adventure begins! The Guardians of the Galaxy have taken off into space once more on their biggest and weirdest misadventures yet! Kicking things off with the boldest heist they’ve ever pulled, Star-Lord, Rocket, and company blast their way through the galaxy with the peacekeepers of the Nova Corps hot on their tail! And soon enough, they find themselves caught in a war between the Collector and the Grandmaster! Will there be any room to explain why Groot can’t grow any bigger, what Gamora is searching for, or why Drax has sworn off violence?! You bet there will – the all-new Guardians of the Galaxy has space for all your Marvel Cosmic needs!

Rating: 5 out of 5.

My first experience with The Guardians of the Galaxy was their first movie. Ever since then, I have been interested in learning more about them and experiencing the wacky things these misfits can get up to. Now, let’s put on our favorite mixtape, and let’s dive in!

The last Guardians of the Galaxy comic book I read last left me feeling disappointed and hesitant to jump back into the series. However, I am glad I read Communication Breakdown. The story is solid, the characters are loveable as ever, and I finished this graphic novel wanting to read the next volume.

I love that in this volume, Groot is a baby. According to Rocket, Groot has remained small since the incident (assuming it had something to do with Thanos as he is mentioned throughout this story) instead of growing as a proper sentient tree would.

I like that Drax practices pacifism in this story. I think by doing this, we learn that Drax is much more than a mindless grunt. He actually feels guilty of the lives’ he’s taken and is aware that his actions have consequences.

Overall, I think this series is excellent! I don’t want to spoil too much, but let’s just say there are other villains than Thanos and Galactus.

I would recommend Guardians of the Galaxy: Communication Breakdown for Marvel fans, science fiction fans, and those who are wanting another good Guardian of the Galaxy story to enjoy.

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REVIEW: Guardians of the Galaxy: Best Story Ever

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*No Spoilers*

This is it: the harrowing tale of the Guardians’ greatest triumph! (Or so they’d have you believe!) Star-Lord, Rocket Raccoon and the rest of the Guardians of the Galaxy explode into action in this bombastic prison break! Plus: find out why these ragtag heroes are worthy of guarding the galaxy in scintillating solo stories! Rocket and Groot team up with old friends to rescue a princess, but will a bounty turn them against one another? Drax battles Thanos and Thor in two classic tales! And get a glimpse of the childhood of Gamora, daughter of Thanos!

Rating: 2 out of 5.

This is a book full of beginnings of Guardians of the Galaxy stories. Very few stories in this collection were complete. I was disappointed in the way this novel was constructed. I know I usually give a summary first, but this book is so many stories at once, to the point to where it’s difficult for me to make a summary.

I do love Guardians of the Galaxy, both comics and movies. However this comic collection bummed me out.

There was two stories with Rocket Raccoon and Groot as the main characters that had a conclusive ending. I do love Groot, he is a great and lovable character even though he doesn’t say much.

There was also 3 retro comics at the end, one starring Thor. He runs into Drax and Moondragon, and the story involving these seemingly unrelated heroes comes full circle in a way I did not expect.

The other 2 retro comics in this volume were about Thanos, the mad titan. They were both stories about how his reign of terror has gotten to the point where there was no turning back for redemption.

I wouldn’t necessarily recommend this graphic novel to anyone unless there’s no other Guardian of the Galaxy graphic novels at the local library. In my opinion, this was a waste of time and money. I only liked it for the stories about Groot and Rocket Raccoon and the stories about Thor and Thanos.