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Issues: 1-5
Writer: James Robinson
Artists: Vanesa Del Rey, Marco Rudy, Steve Dillon, Javier Pulido, Marguerite Sauvage, Chris Visions, and more.
It's hard to describe the current Scarlet Witch series because it's so different, so unique. I love the ethereal feel in both the writing and the art work. The series has what I would call a sacred feminine ambience. It's all about witches, ancient magic, and healing the world, in other words, it's so me! It doesn't have the usual Avengers superhero vibe, instead, it feels dark, mysterious, and otherworldly. This might sound odd, but it reminds me of the Pagan feminist Red Tent movement. It is set in a modern superhero world, but somehow makes me think of new moons, menstruation, Goddess worship, witchcraft etc., hence the sacred feminine label. The series' artists have done a spectacular job enhancing the world Robinson has created. The dark water colors, with bold pops of color (mostly bright red) work perfectly to create the mystical aura of the series. If you're looking to read something that feels more "off the beaten path", so to speak, this series is for you.
Issues: 1-5
Writer: James Robinson
Artists: Vanesa Del Rey, Marco Rudy, Steve Dillon, Javier Pulido, Marguerite Sauvage, Chris Visions, and more.
It's hard to describe the current Scarlet Witch series because it's so different, so unique. I love the ethereal feel in both the writing and the art work. The series has what I would call a sacred feminine ambience. It's all about witches, ancient magic, and healing the world, in other words, it's so me! It doesn't have the usual Avengers superhero vibe, instead, it feels dark, mysterious, and otherworldly. This might sound odd, but it reminds me of the Pagan feminist Red Tent movement. It is set in a modern superhero world, but somehow makes me think of new moons, menstruation, Goddess worship, witchcraft etc., hence the sacred feminine label. The series' artists have done a spectacular job enhancing the world Robinson has created. The dark water colors, with bold pops of color (mostly bright red) work perfectly to create the mystical aura of the series. If you're looking to read something that feels more "off the beaten path", so to speak, this series is for you.
Issues: 1 (of 4)
Writer: Jody Houser
Artists: Francis Portela & Marguerite Sauvage
I first heard about the new Valiant series Faith, from my favorite comic book website, panels.net. Before reading the first issue, I didn't know very much about Faith's background as a character, but I did know she is what some might refer to as "plus size". I saw the art for the two Issue #1 covers, and was very excited to support this series! As a feminist, body diversity in comics (and all forms of media) is very important to me, and so I added Faith Issue #1 to my pull list.
While I choose to buy Faith based on support for the character's body type, I will be sticking with the series because of the fun character, great writing, and fantastic art. Faith, aka Zephyr, is a funny, awesomely nerdy, brave, kick ass woman & superheroine. What's not to love about that? Her everyday work disguise is so "adorkable"...God I hate that term! I take it back, her office disguise is just plain fun and adds to her lovable nerdiness.
I have read some great pieces on this series and it warms my heart to see so many people respond to/relate to her body type! Faith does not have the usual unrealistic "Barbie" superheroine body. Instead, she is drawn the way many real world women look. The best part is, her weight/body type is a complete non-issue in her story. Her weight does not affect her superpowers or butt kicking skills (why would it?). In fact, it's not even discussed at all. Yep that's right, no self deprecating fat jokes etc. Faith doesn't cover up her body or only wear clothes meant to minimize her "flaws" (aka NOT flaws). Faith just exists as a normal human being, because newsflash, she is one! Well I guess that's not completely accurate, she does, after all have super powers, but you get my point.
Faith is an excellent beginning, to what I hope is, a new trend for greater body diversity in comics! Three cheers for body positivity! Now go look in a mirror and tell yourself how Goddamn beautiful you are!
Issues: 1 (of 4)
Writer: Jody Houser
Artists: Francis Portela & Marguerite Sauvage
I first heard about the new Valiant series Faith, from my favorite comic book website, panels.net. Before reading the first issue, I didn't know very much about Faith's background as a character, but I did know she is what some might refer to as "plus size". I saw the art for the two Issue #1 covers, and was very excited to support this series! As a feminist, body diversity in comics (and all forms of media) is very important to me, and so I added Faith Issue #1 to my pull list.
While I choose to buy Faith based on support for the character's body type, I will be sticking with the series because of the fun character, great writing, and fantastic art. Faith, aka Zephyr, is a funny, awesomely nerdy, brave, kick ass woman & superheroine. What's not to love about that? Her everyday work disguise is so "adorkable"...God I hate that term! I take it back, her office disguise is just plain fun and adds to her lovable nerdiness.
I have read some great pieces on this series and it warms my heart to see so many people respond to/relate to her body type! Faith does not have the usual unrealistic "Barbie" superheroine body. Instead, she is drawn the way many real world women look. The best part is, her weight/body type is a complete non-issue in her story. Her weight does not affect her superpowers or butt kicking skills (why would it?). In fact, it's not even discussed at all. Yep that's right, no self deprecating fat jokes etc. Faith doesn't cover up her body or only wear clothes meant to minimize her "flaws" (aka NOT flaws). Faith just exists as a normal human being, because newsflash, she is one! Well I guess that's not completely accurate, she does, after all have super powers, but you get my point.
Faith is an excellent beginning, to what I hope is, a new trend for greater body diversity in comics! Three cheers for body positivity! Now go look in a mirror and tell yourself how Goddamn beautiful you are!
Spider Woman
Current Issues: 1-3
Writer: Dennis Hopeless
Artist: Javier Rodriguez
I've been a fan of all things female spidey since I first discovered the original Spider Girl series. My oldest fur baby is even named after her, Mayday Parker. Even though I read Spider Girl in the past, and am currently reading Spider Gwen and Silk, for some reason I had never had an interest in Spider Woman before.
My husband's been a Spider Woman fan for years, but for some reason I never picked an issue up. It wasn't until I read about the upcoming pregnancy storyline and series relaunch that I figured it couldn't hurt to give it a try. Since my hubs already gets Spider Woman in his weekly subscription box, I just borrowed his new Issue #1 to give the series a try.
I had little to no expectations when starting the issue. My husband has never really talked about Spider Woman and the only tidbits I have heard are his very outspoken complaints about her new costume design (which I happen to like). I don't know if my lack of expectations helped or not, but I was completely caught off guard with how much I enjoyed Issue #1. I fell instantly in love with Spider Woman, the character and the series (art/writing etc.). I wasn't sure how a pregnant superherione was going to work, but man does it work! The issues so far have been filled with adventure, fun, humor, friendship, and heart. I seriously cannot express enough how amazing this series is! It's exactly what a comic book series should be!
As a feminist, I love being able to support comic books with strong, dynamic, and diverse female leads. A pregnant superheroine definitely fits my niche. Yes there are a few pregnancy cliches thrown in, but for the most part, pregnant Spider Woman seems to reflect a realistic portrayal of a pregnant woman. While I've never been pregnant full term (only made it two months before a really rough miscarriage), I have been around a lot of pregnant women as a student midwife and doula, so I actually do know what I'm talking about in that area. Despite my passion for all things pregnancy/birth related, I really don't think that's why I love this series so much. As a currently non-pregnant woman, I am still drawn to Spider Woman's struggles and can easily relate to her. I'd also like to think I would kick some Skrull butt should the need ever arise.
So, if you like to laugh, like awesome art, love space and earth adventures, admire Captain Marvel, and want to support a woman's/alien's/mutant's right to kick Skrull butt while gestating at the same time, then Spider Woman's for you!
A little word of advice, you might want to give to your partner, roommate etc. a heads up, that should they make the mistake of buying Issues #1-3, that you will not only be stealing said issues, but also keeping them and adding the series to your subscription box instead. Sorry, Honey! Don't worry I'll let you borrow MY issues...as long as you return them back to MY long box.
Spider Woman
Current Issues: 1-3
Writer: Dennis Hopeless
Artist: Javier Rodriguez
I've been a fan of all things female spidey since I first discovered the original Spider Girl series. My oldest fur baby is even named after her, Mayday Parker. Even though I read Spider Girl in the past, and am currently reading Spider Gwen and Silk, for some reason I had never had an interest in Spider Woman before.
My husband's been a Spider Woman fan for years, but for some reason I never picked an issue up. It wasn't until I read about the upcoming pregnancy storyline and series relaunch that I figured it couldn't hurt to give it a try. Since my hubs already gets Spider Woman in his weekly subscription box, I just borrowed his new Issue #1 to give the series a try.
I had little to no expectations when starting the issue. My husband has never really talked about Spider Woman and the only tidbits I have heard are his very outspoken complaints about her new costume design (which I happen to like). I don't know if my lack of expectations helped or not, but I was completely caught off guard with how much I enjoyed Issue #1. I fell instantly in love with Spider Woman, the character and the series (art/writing etc.). I wasn't sure how a pregnant superherione was going to work, but man does it work! The issues so far have been filled with adventure, fun, humor, friendship, and heart. I seriously cannot express enough how amazing this series is! It's exactly what a comic book series should be!
As a feminist, I love being able to support comic books with strong, dynamic, and diverse female leads. A pregnant superheroine definitely fits my niche. Yes there are a few pregnancy cliches thrown in, but for the most part, pregnant Spider Woman seems to reflect a realistic portrayal of a pregnant woman. While I've never been pregnant full term (only made it two months before a really rough miscarriage), I have been around a lot of pregnant women as a student midwife and doula, so I actually do know what I'm talking about in that area. Despite my passion for all things pregnancy/birth related, I really don't think that's why I love this series so much. As a currently non-pregnant woman, I am still drawn to Spider Woman's struggles and can easily relate to her. I'd also like to think I would kick some Skrull butt should the need ever arise.
So, if you like to laugh, like awesome art, love space and earth adventures, admire Captain Marvel, and want to support a woman's/alien's/mutant's right to kick Skrull butt while gestating at the same time, then Spider Woman's for you!
A little word of advice, you might want to give to your partner, roommate etc. a heads up, that should they make the mistake of buying Issues #1-3, that you will not only be stealing said issues, but also keeping them and adding the series to your subscription box instead. Sorry, Honey! Don't worry I'll let you borrow MY issues...as long as you return them back to MY long box.
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