Casey & April mini - Page 2

*CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy* · 03-17-2015, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by funatic

These are some of my favorite turtle stories!

This mini sounds more in line with some of Mirage's more downbeat arcs. Definitely looking forward to it, and CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy is right, Casey & April's relationship has really been lost in the action lately. They almost just seem paired together due to the history of the characters in previous iterations, I'd like to see some substance.

I'm predicting this will be the first of four 'team micros'... I expect Angel & Alopex are just around the corner.

Casey & April
Alopex & Angel

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Who do you think will also get team-up issues? If villains get a chance to shine again, I'd love some Old Hob team-ups or Koya and Bludgeon.

spookycookies · 03-17-2015, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy

Casey & April
Alopex & Angel

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Who do you think will also get team-up issues? If villains get a chance to shine again, I'd love some Old Hob team-ups or Koya and Bludgeon.

See Alopex & Angel sounds more exciting. Koya and Bludgeon desperately need some more background, especially Bludgeon.

I think my main problem right now with this book is how it was introduced to me. From what the creative team said to CBR it really seemed like they want to do their take on a love story and staple it to Casey & April. I know there is room for slow personal stories in TMNT but from what I've read at CBR it doesn't seem like this is worth spending 4 issues and 4 months on.

Thanks guys for reassuring me, I don't think a mini series featuring only April and Casey will be bad because they are both great characters, its just that the apparent focus is going to be their relationship and not on their skills and how they impact the story. Maybe it's just a bad taste in my mouth from Nick's attempts at dealing with courtship but I'm just not invested in the melodrama.

Maybe I'm wrong, I really hope this is just a nice little story that compliments the larger environment of IDW's TMNT. My concern is that if it's as boring as I think it could be, then I'm going to feel like our time was wasted telling the story when something more exciting could have taken the spotlight.

*ToTheNines* · 03-17-2015, 07:42 PM

Great creative team, I'm excited. And I'm glad that it looks like they're gonna hit the ground running towards the Pantheon post #50.

Also happy that April is getting some spotlight, hopefully she gets a decent arc soon. As for Casey, I wonder if this takes place before or after Vengeance... the solicits seem to hint that he might kill his father, so he could be in a very interesting place during this Mini.

*Powder* · 03-17-2015, 08:06 PM

Wish you would have spoilered that last part, as many of us avoid solicits.

~~ChosenOne~~ · 03-17-2015, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Powder

Wish you would have spoilered that last part, as many of us avoid solicits.

Not to worry, it's just speculation. Said solicits also depict Hun as alive and kicking at least two issues after the one where the above could've taken place.

Here's hoping two spoilers make a right, eh?

funatic · 03-17-2015, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy

Who do you think will also get team-up issues? If villains get a chance to shine again, I'd love some Old Hob team-ups or Koya and Bludgeon.

Koya and Bludgeon would be great - those characters are pretty undeveloped. As Koya was Sophie Campbell's creation, I'd love to see her write/draw that one!

Mondo and Herman could be interesting too - I'd like to know more about their backgrounds, i.e. what influenced them to become a skater and a soldier.

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Originally Posted by spookycookies

I know there is room for slow personal stories in TMNT but from what I've read at CBR it doesn't seem like this is worth spending 4 issues and 4 months on.

Ah, on my first read-thru of the article I missed that this is a MINI series, not a micro, hence my prediction of following 1-shots. I still think a slower, character-driven story paced out over 4 issues will be great too. I liked the main series' Northampton arc which was paced similarly, and it even had some good action at the end too, so I wouldn't be surprised if the going-ons with 'the pantheon' inspire some action in this mini-series as well. Plus, we'll still have the ongoing running concurrently. IDW is pretty good at balancing their story threads and pacing between the ongoing and multiple mini-series.

*snake* · 03-17-2015, 08:17 PM

Awesome. This should be fun.

ctt4lfecw · 03-17-2015, 08:54 PM

Can't wait to read. I could go for some mushy stuff.

*Redeemer* · 03-17-2015, 09:39 PM

honestly did not see this coming, totally left field.
This honestly does not really appeal to me, but I will definitely be picking this up.

*CyberCubed* · 03-17-2015, 10:29 PM

April looks really cute on that cover.

PangolinFeets · 03-17-2015, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ctt4lfecw

Can't wait to read. I could go for some mushy stuff.

I love the mushy stuff, but we're def gonna get some exciting things happening too. And probably some new faces?

*Mayhem* · 03-18-2015, 04:22 AM

Interesting new take on the mini-series, and yes I agree, Alopex and Angel could be in the wings too

And also agreed, April does look really cute on that cover.

*DrSpengler* · 03-18-2015, 01:24 PM

I see a lot of potential in this miniseries. The Pantheon are intriguing and it'll be a nice focus for the plot that'll tie into the overarching storyline of the TMNT series.

More importantly, though, I think April and Casey NEED their own miniseries. They've been pretty severely sidelined in the ongoing over the past year and their arcs haven't amounted to anything. Basically, the current plot is "too big" for them, it seems, and they haven't been invited to the party whatsoever.

I don't really care for that, personally; that an adventure is "too big" for April and Casey and so they have to stay at home, out of the loop, where they'll be safe. But that's the way it's been.

Even worse is how Casey has been treated. He hasn't won a fight since 2012 (the first Annual). He's pretty much spent the past 3 years getting pummeled by everyone, with the recent Ghostbusters crossover being the last indignity. Pressing a button is the most "badass" thing he's done in years. Sheesh.

So I'm looking forward to a mini where April and Casey can be in the spotlight again instead of suppressed from the narrative for being unworthy tagalongs. And maybe it can rebuild some of Casey's dignity while it's at it.

~~ChosenOne~~ · 03-18-2015, 01:52 PM

First issue solicitation:

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Casey & April #1 (of 4)—SPOTLIGHT
Mariko Tamaki (w) • Irene Koh (a & c)
Introducing a very unique TMNT tale starring Casey Jones and April O'Neil, by acclaimed indie writer Mariko Tamaki (Skim, This One Summer)! The couple take a road trip to the southwest to dig up more clues about the mysterious Pantheon that has seemingly been pulling the strings on the Turtles' lives from the beginning. Casey and April will find even deeper mystery, unexpected danger, and start a new chapter in their relationship.
FC • 32 pages • $3.99

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Mutant Ninja Anole · 03-18-2015, 02:09 PM

Holy cow, Tamaki is a BIG name in Indy graphic novel circles as of late. Both Skim and This One Summer have been taking in the awards. My interest in this one is definitely piqued.

*ProphetofGanja* · 03-18-2015, 02:40 PM

you're a fool if you think this will be a boring story. I can't wait to hear more about the Pantheon and get some April/Casey screentime. I like their dynamic and I trust IDW will balance the story with seeing what the Turtles are up to meanwhile.

these mini-series always surprise me and they're always awesome!

spookycookies · 03-18-2015, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ProphetofGanja

you're a fool if you think this will be a boring story. I can't wait to hear more about the Pantheon and get some April/Casey screentime. I like their dynamic and I trust IDW will balance the story with seeing what the Turtles are up to meanwhile.

these mini-series always surprise me and they're always awesome!

Excuse me for being skeptical, I know nothing about this creative team.

*ProphetofGanja* · 03-19-2015, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by spookycookies

Excuse me for being skeptical, I know nothing about this creative team.

Me neither, I never heard of em before today, but I trust Bobby and the rest of the team

PangolinFeets · 03-19-2015, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ProphetofGanja

Me neither, I never heard of em before today, but I trust Bobby and the rest of the team

I didn't read Skim, but This One Summer was a highly praised indie title last year. And it seems just SO fitting for Tamaki to do Casey/April.
I don't know much of the artist except that she's an FFIX fan and that seals the deal for me. Lol

I preordered this yesterday when I picked up 44. Super excited!!!!

Sophie Campbell · 03-19-2015, 12:16 PM

Skim and This One Summer are both amazing!! Mariko's prose book (You) Set Me On Fire is also awesome. Irene Koh has done some Batgirl stuff and also a pitch for a comic with our own Paul Allor called XOXO.

many years ago i almost did a book with Mariko for DC/Vertigo but it fell apart.

she's really great, i wish i could have worked with her on April & Casey but now i get to read it as a fan. looks like i might be doing a cover, at least...

03-17-2015, 09:39 PM	#29
Redeemer Technodrome Technician Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: third earth Posts: 4,737	honestly did not see this coming, totally left field. This honestly does not really appeal to me, but I will definitely be picking this up. __________________ GT:Reedeamer *THE TECHNODROME REDESIGN 2015* http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=51594

03-18-2015, 04:22 AM	#32
Mayhem Foot Elite Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: London, England Posts: 4,069	Interesting new take on the mini-series, and yes I agree, Alopex and Angel could be in the wings too And also agreed, April does look really cute on that cover. __________________ Lie with passion and be forever damned...

03-18-2015, 02:09 PM	#35
Mutant Ninja Anole Stone Warrior Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: USA Posts: 591	Holy cow, Tamaki is a BIG name in Indy graphic novel circles as of late. Both Skim and This One Summer have been taking in the awards. My interest in this one is definitely piqued. __________________ My stupid Tumblr

03-18-2015, 02:40 PM	#36
ProphetofGanja Dub Professor Join Date: May 2013 Location: Dub Side of the Moon Posts: 3,491	you're a fool if you think this will be a boring story. I can't wait to hear more about the Pantheon and get some April/Casey screentime. I like their dynamic and I trust IDW will balance the story with seeing what the Turtles are up to meanwhile. these mini-series always surprise me and they're always awesome! __________________ "We've been frantically trying to reach you, Dude."

03-17-2015, 07:42 PM	#23
ToTheNines Col. Stinkmeaner Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 19,226	Great creative team, I'm excited. And I'm glad that it looks like they're gonna hit the ground running towards the Pantheon post #50. Also happy that April is getting some spotlight, hopefully she gets a decent arc soon. As for Casey, I wonder if this takes place before or after Vengeance... the solicits seem to hint that he might kill his father, so he could be in a very interesting place during this Mini.

03-17-2015, 08:06 PM	#24
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,945	Wish you would have spoilered that last part, as many of us avoid solicits.

03-17-2015, 08:17 PM	#27
snake Disgusting Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Outer Heaven Posts: 12,231	Awesome. This should be fun.

03-17-2015, 08:54 PM	#28
ctt4lfecw Stone Warrior Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Neutrino Posts: 817	Can't wait to read. I could go for some mushy stuff.

03-17-2015, 10:29 PM	#30
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,813	April looks really cute on that cover.

03-18-2015, 01:24 PM	#33
DrSpengler Foot Elite Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 4,842	I see a lot of potential in this miniseries. The Pantheon are intriguing and it'll be a nice focus for the plot that'll tie into the overarching storyline of the TMNT series. More importantly, though, I think April and Casey NEED their own miniseries. They've been pretty severely sidelined in the ongoing over the past year and their arcs haven't amounted to anything. Basically, the current plot is "too big" for them, it seems, and they haven't been invited to the party whatsoever. I don't really care for that, personally; that an adventure is "too big" for April and Casey and so they have to stay at home, out of the loop, where they'll be safe. But that's the way it's been. Even worse is how Casey has been treated. He hasn't won a fight since 2012 (the first Annual). He's pretty much spent the past 3 years getting pummeled by everyone, with the recent Ghostbusters crossover being the last indignity. Pressing a button is the most "badass" thing he's done in years. Sheesh. So I'm looking forward to a mini where April and Casey can be in the spotlight again instead of suppressed from the narrative for being unworthy tagalongs. And maybe it can rebuild some of Casey's dignity while it's at it.

03-19-2015, 12:16 PM	#40
Sophie Campbell Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 498	Skim and This One Summer are both amazing!! Mariko's prose book (You) Set Me On Fire is also awesome. Irene Koh has done some Batgirl stuff and also a pitch for a comic with our own Paul Allor called XOXO. many years ago i almost did a book with Mariko for DC/Vertigo but it fell apart. she's really great, i wish i could have worked with her on April & Casey but now i get to read it as a fan. looks like i might be doing a cover, at least...