Sabrina: the "manga"

*Tetsu Deinonychus* · 06-29-2005, 10:28 PM

It may or may not come as a surprise to anyone here that I am a big Sabrina: the Teenage Witch fan. Now, I realize the Melissa Joan Hart sitcom was kinda corny (not as corny as the movie), but I just really like the Sabrina comics. Before I dive into the new Manga-styled comics, I'd like to give a rundown of my opinions of the previous versions.

Original Archie Comics:- This is, without a doubt, my favourite version of Sabrina. These were mostly short stories. And, in them HARVEY HAD BLACK HAIR, Aunt Hilda and Aunt Zelda looked like classic Halloween witches (and they weren't so different from each-other), and Sabrina herself was a witch learning about the mortal world! (Not a "normal girl" who found out she was really a witch).

60's Cartoon:- Never seen this one, but would really like to! Appearantly, It was part of some "Archie and Friends" cartoon show, that is now on DVD. If anyone knows of a store chain that sells these, please tell me.

The Movie:- How boring. That's all I can really say about it. This established the version of Sabrina (as played by Melissa Hart) that grew up normal, and then learned she was a witch, and because this was the basis for the sitcom, that continued into....

The Sitcom:- Cheesy and dumb but entertaining, I liked the supporting cast ALOT better than the movie. The actor who played Harvey was perfect but THEY SHOULD HAVE DYED HIS HAIR BLACK, DAMMIT! Anyway, the college years were just a big sleepy wait for her to get back with Harvey, but the (admittedly great) concluding episode redeemed it.

2000s Cartoon:- OK I guess, but Kinda f**ked up. About as far away from Archie as you can get.

And, NOW the TRUE topic of the thread: The Manga-styled version of Sabrina! This so-called "Manga" is actually just a new version of the comic, done by archie, which is drawn in a more anime-esque style to simultaniously cash in on the "anime trend" while separating the franchise from all the Melissa Joan Hart crap. I definately dig it!

Now, this is the third continuity line for the comic, the second one I skipped because it seemed to be based on the sitcom. I was hoping they'd return to "Old-School Sabrina", but this is almost as good. It seems to take a few cues from both the sitcoms, and the old comics, but mixes in plenty of it's own stuff, as well as a continuous storyline! (BTW HARVEY HAS BLACK HAIR AGAIN).

Sabrina seems to be comfortable with both the "Witch" and "Mortal" sides of her life, so thankfully there's none of this "fitting in" crap. It's more about relationships (and magic powers) than anything else.

Anyway, I really like the character Shinji, I was even (Blasphemy) half-rooting for him to get Sabrina during the "Love-Triangle" issues. But, it was cool how he helped get Harvey and Sabrina get together when he realized Harvey was a nicer guy.

The real question is what is that thing on his chest that he says ruined his life. I'm thinking it's either a nasty scar, or somekind of "demon-mark" what do you think?

Mandi-chan · 07-02-2005, 05:49 AM

Sounds interesting.

*Tetsu Deinonychus* · 07-08-2005, 02:34 AM

It is. Between speculating as to what the thing on Shinji's chest might be, and enjoying all the romantice twists, I'm hooked on this series!

Mandi-chan · 07-09-2005, 06:02 AM

I loved the movie (the real movie, not the ones that went with the show) and liked the show when it was on TGIF. I loved it when they did little crossovers between it and Boy Meets World!

How long is this comic?

*The Stryker* · 07-09-2005, 06:55 AM

Hmph Im Intrigued and even more so that Tetsu gives it a thumbs up and me and him usuallly agree on crap like this.

So i have the same question as Mandi-chan

*Tetsu Deinonychus* · 07-10-2005, 09:47 PM

It's about 30 pages per issue. It started withs Sabrina #58 and we're currently at #67. They're ususally available at grocery stores along with other Archie comics.

*Tetsu Deinonychus* · 07-27-2005, 01:48 AM

Has anybody caught the latest issue? We finally get to see what's on Shinji's chest!

Spoiler:

Also, I think Harvey came off as kind of a jerk in this issue...

Spoiler:

Next issue looks like it'll be great, we get to see what the thing on Shinji's chest actually means. We get to see a festival. And, the dirty part of my mind likes the fact that they're making issue 69 a special issue.

Also, looking forward to Llandra's reaction to Shinji nearly drowning.

*Tetsu Deinonychus* · 10-24-2005, 11:05 PM

Now, has anyone seen the last two issues?
I hate to say it, but Harvey's kind of a jerk in this continuity.

*Hannah* · 11-14-2005, 09:26 PM

I hate sabrina. =D stereotype witches suck.

*Anarky* · 11-14-2005, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ç®À¥ÞÅ±Öµå

I hate sabrina. =D stereotype witches suck.

You mean old, blackhaired wenches, riding a broom and being ugly?

*Tetsu Deinonychus* · 11-15-2005, 12:40 AM

That doesn't sound like Sabrina.

*Hannah* · 11-15-2005, 04:41 PM

"Witches" how cast "spells" on people, make "potions", and crap like that. =B

Peanut · 11-15-2005, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ç®À¥ÞÅ±Öµå

"Witches" how cast "spells" on people, make "potions", and crap like that. =B

Like Hermione Granger!?!?!?!

*Hannah* · 11-15-2005, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peanut

Like Hermione Granger!?!?!?!

Like oh em gee yes!

Only im a loser and read harry potter anyway.

*Tetsu Deinonychus* · 11-16-2005, 10:53 PM

So, what's stereotypical of Sabrina that's not of Harry Potter? (It's, of course, OK to like one and not the other, but I'm curious why in this case.)

06-29-2005, 10:28 PM	#1
Tetsu Deinonychus The Iron Dinosaur Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Studio Snowlion HQ Posts: 3,021	Sabrina: the "manga" It may or may not come as a surprise to anyone here that I am a big Sabrina: the Teenage Witch fan. Now, I realize the Melissa Joan Hart sitcom was kinda corny (not as corny as the movie), but I just really like the Sabrina comics. Before I dive into the new Manga-styled comics, I'd like to give a rundown of my opinions of the previous versions. Original Archie Comics:- This is, without a doubt, my favourite version of Sabrina. These were mostly short stories. And, in them HARVEY HAD BLACK HAIR, Aunt Hilda and Aunt Zelda looked like classic Halloween witches (and they weren't so different from each-other), and Sabrina herself was a witch learning about the mortal world! (Not a "normal girl" who found out she was really a witch). 60's Cartoon:- Never seen this one, but would really like to! Appearantly, It was part of some "Archie and Friends" cartoon show, that is now on DVD. If anyone knows of a store chain that sells these, please tell me. The Movie:- How boring. That's all I can really say about it. This established the version of Sabrina (as played by Melissa Hart) that grew up normal, and then learned she was a witch, and because this was the basis for the sitcom, that continued into.... The Sitcom:- Cheesy and dumb but entertaining, I liked the supporting cast ALOT better than the movie. The actor who played Harvey was perfect but THEY SHOULD HAVE DYED HIS HAIR BLACK, DAMMIT! Anyway, the college years were just a big sleepy wait for her to get back with Harvey, but the (admittedly great) concluding episode redeemed it. 2000s Cartoon:- OK I guess, but Kinda f*ked up. About as far away from Archie as you can get. And, NOW the TRUE topic of the thread: The Manga-styled version of Sabrina! This so-called "Manga" is actually just a new version of the comic, done by archie, which is drawn in a more anime-esque style to simultaniously cash in on the "anime trend" while separating the franchise from all the Melissa Joan Hart crap. I definately dig it! Now, this is the third continuity line for the comic, the second one I skipped because it seemed to be based on the sitcom. I was hoping they'd return to "Old-School Sabrina", but this is almost as good. It seems to take a few cues from both the sitcoms, and the old comics, but mixes in plenty of it's own stuff, as well as a continuous storyline! (BTW HARVEY HAS BLACK HAIR AGAIN). Sabrina seems to be comfortable with both the "Witch" and "Mortal" sides of her life, so thankfully there's none of this "fitting in" crap. It's more about relationships (and magic powers) than anything else. Anyway, I really like the character Shinji, I was even (Blasphemy) half-rooting for him to get Sabrina during the "Love-Triangle" issues. But, it was cool how he helped get Harvey and Sabrina get together when he realized Harvey was a nicer guy. The real question is what is that thing on his chest that he says ruined his life. I'm thinking it's either a nasty scar, or somekind of "demon-mark" what do you think? __________________ (Image hosting by Postimage.org) And here's a list of all my old wacky threads! Last edited by Tetsu Deinonychus; 06-30-2005 at 09:25 PM.*

07-08-2005, 02:34 AM	#3
Tetsu Deinonychus The Iron Dinosaur Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Studio Snowlion HQ Posts: 3,021	It is. Between speculating as to what the thing on Shinji's chest might be, and enjoying all the romantice twists, I'm hooked on this series! __________________ (Image hosting by Postimage.org) And here's a list of all my old wacky threads!

07-27-2005, 01:48 AM	#7
Tetsu Deinonychus The Iron Dinosaur Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Studio Snowlion HQ Posts: 3,021	Has anybody caught the latest issue? We finally get to see what's on Shinji's chest! Spoiler: It's a scar and a Tattoo (the Mark of Four blades, which nothing is revealed about yet) Also, I think Harvey came off as kind of a jerk in this issue... Spoiler: He wouldn't even let Sabrina kiss him goodbye when he was going on vacation for 2 months. Next issue looks like it'll be great, we get to see what the thing on Shinji's chest actually means. We get to see a festival. And, the dirty part of my mind likes the fact that they're making issue 69 a special issue. Also, looking forward to Llandra's reaction to Shinji nearly drowning.

10-24-2005, 11:05 PM	#8
Tetsu Deinonychus The Iron Dinosaur Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Studio Snowlion HQ Posts: 3,021	Now, has anyone seen the last two issues? I hate to say it, but Harvey's kind of a jerk in this continuity. __________________ (Image hosting by Postimage.org) And here's a list of all my old wacky threads!

11-14-2005, 09:26 PM	#9
Hannah Once more, with feeling! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 4,111	I hate sabrina. =D stereotype witches suck. __________________

07-02-2005, 05:49 AM	#2
Mandi-chan Stone Warrior Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 932	Sounds interesting.

07-09-2005, 06:02 AM	#4
Mandi-chan Stone Warrior Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 932	I loved the movie (the real movie, not the ones that went with the show) and liked the show when it was on TGIF. I loved it when they did little crossovers between it and Boy Meets World! How long is this comic?

07-09-2005, 06:55 AM	#5
The Stryker Stupid Rich Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Room 237 Posts: 11,152	Hmph Im Intrigued and even more so that Tetsu gives it a thumbs up and me and him usuallly agree on crap like this. So i have the same question as Mandi-chan __________________ @~<3 Mom~@

07-10-2005, 09:47 PM	#6
Tetsu Deinonychus The Iron Dinosaur Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Studio Snowlion HQ Posts: 3,021	It's about 30 pages per issue. It started withs Sabrina #58 and we're currently at #67. They're ususally available at grocery stores along with other Archie comics. __________________ (Image hosting by Postimage.org) And here's a list of all my old wacky threads!

11-15-2005, 12:40 AM	#11
Tetsu Deinonychus The Iron Dinosaur Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Studio Snowlion HQ Posts: 3,021	That doesn't sound like Sabrina. __________________ (Image hosting by Postimage.org) And here's a list of all my old wacky threads!

11-15-2005, 04:41 PM	#12
Hannah Once more, with feeling! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 4,111	"Witches" how cast "spells" on people, make "potions", and crap like that. =B __________________

11-16-2005, 10:53 PM	#15
Tetsu Deinonychus The Iron Dinosaur Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Studio Snowlion HQ Posts: 3,021	So, what's stereotypical of Sabrina that's not of Harry Potter? (It's, of course, OK to like one and not the other, but I'm curious why in this case.) __________________ (Image hosting by Postimage.org) And here's a list of all my old wacky threads!