But I think at the end of the day, if you give them a good enough story, it will affect what they want and it will make them want to know what happens next and read more. Okay lemme think Hmm Theres a mantra Laura has in the book: I must do what others cannot, and that mantra takes on a different meaning in every issue. Read across genres, too breadth is important, especially when youre just starting out and dont really get to hand-pick what kinds of books youre working on. Sarah: Im also new to the X-Office; Ive spent most of the past 4 years in the Avengers group. Theyd be doing their thing telepathically while Im eating like a slob across from them. Marvel Comics teases Contest of Chaos coming in 2023. So grab a cupcake, sit back, and enjoy the fun! 2011 - 2022 AIPT, LLC. Steve Orlando: My biases should be obvious, but I have to humbly suggest I just wrote it in the first issue of [redacted Fall of X title]. But what about the editors diligently working behind the scenes to help make these stories the best they can be? Do you guys think the comics they are putting out today reflect what Jordan is saying? Press J to jump to the feed. Sarah: Reading, writing, and color-coding Excel sheets are pretty much my only skills (well okay, I do make a mean pie crust), so I always wanted a career surrounded by books. They sidelined them. Ariana Maher: Jubilee and Tim Drake (Robin) had a meet-cute during the DC/Marvel Amalgam, so I could totally see her crashing the Bat Family party as a plus one. I think we can tell good romance stories, but I think if romance readers dont know where to find it, it wont be able to take off. Jordan D. White: Im Jordan, Im a senior editor, Ive been at Marvel 14 years. Whats one story you love (from X-History, comics, in general, or another medium) that inspires you to help produce new classics? Written primarily by Ralph Macchio and illustrated by a variety of artists including Andy Kuhn and Mike Miller, this tome collects all 12 issues of Adventures of the X-Men, as well as ancillary material that didnt fit with previous X-Men Adventures collections. Tini Howard: Rictor and Shatterstar. Anyway, I think Xorn would be really fun to have a wild drug-fueled candy-coated wonderland weekend with, after which youd never quite know what had actually happened. AIPT: Is there one thing you find yourself doing as a comic editor you never would have eXpected? Jordan: Everything they said is true. FEARLESS! AIPT: X-Fan moonage00daydream said an essential difference between Laura and Logan is that Laura never hides her wariness. Steve Foxe: We all saw shirtless Sunfire on Arakko, right? Were hoping this story set earlier will help show how Laura is able to reconcile some of her past deeds. But also I dont think I could have anticipated conversations like, What color is Frost Giant poo and the debates they would produce. There are also a few awkward moments in the more horror-oriented issues, where it seems like a violent panel or two may have been nixed by editorial. She was literally bred for a singular purpose. . Jordan: Now, again, Im just telling you my understanding of things. Quoted straight from X-Men Monday #79, in an interview with Jordan D. White. By leaving the animated series' constraints behind, 'Adventures of the X-Men' manages to combine what's great about the show and the comics of the time, with the result being something pretty special. I mean, Shiklah went off with her other husband (who, by the way, has appeared quite a bit without her since then) and left Deadpool behind but its not like they filed divorce papers. Welcome, X-Fans, to another uncanny and dare I say, romantic edition of X-Men Monday at AIPT! If a story is good enough, they will come around with an open mind. I read Fantastic Four #1 through something like #300 that summer, and it was like this huge download to the Marvel Universe. So while Logan and Laura share the same DNA, they dont share the same backstory. All of the creators are vibing off of one another, which makes updates from them an absolute blast. But the bulk of the comic is devoted to the action premise, which is ostensibly the hook of the comic. Hes the closest thing to a sexy Man-Thing. I was pumping my fist and cheering, and my first thought was, I want this on a T-shirt!. This ending manages to really explore Charles Xaviers dream of total harmony in a way that few other stories have. If you say soap opera, its often viewed as an insult, which, OK, thats fine. Thats another reason to love this book, even outside of its status as an extension to the animated series: It displays a sincere love and knowledge of both the show and the main 616 universes history. I want to bring that level of thoughtfulness and collaboration to every project I do. AIPT: Youre welcome, Hellion fans. Steve Orlando: Lets say Magneto and Kira Nerys from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Her getting into a relationship with true scoundrel Chelli Aphra would, I think, be very much in character for her and then Aphra would do something truly wretched to her and break her heart and it would be some real gut-wrenching drama. Jordan D. White: OK, this question is nutty and its inspiring nuttiness. Haymaker/Jordan is just that type of character. According to his earliest origins (Rose and Tom Logan, James Howlett, etc. I think theyve both had similar journeys, certainly theyve seen tragedy and theyve overcome their anger to grow and mature. Welcome to the official X-Men subreddit. Its just a mix of current and former X-creators, as well as friends of X-Men Monday, united in a desire to talk about their favorite mutants messy personal lives. Lauren: Mark said it best, but every day is so different because all your projects are so unique that even though the basic underlying tasks are the same (reading scripts, providing art/color feedback, prepping ancillary materials for books heading to print that week, etc. Jason Loo: Id probably be uncomfortable having dinner with Scott and Emma. And just to root this series even further in 90s nostalgia: It features (to my knowledge) the only appearance of The Brothers outside of the DC vs. Marvel crossover event. Show Variants. I did it. Theyve got a lot in common, if you squint. Theres fun, and then theres centuries of bloodshed. Its always nice when an artist says, You have an art background, dont you? WHATCHA GOT UNDER THERE, SAURON? Acne. Not that I cant tell you, its because no one has told ME yet. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Most fun Fang and Somnus tick a lot of boxes. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Want to take our relationship to the next level? My wife went to medical school in New York specifically so I could apply at Marvel. This is the quote from the interview Also, additional thanks to X-Men Senior Editor Jordan D. White for these eXclusive preview images from upcoming Excalibur adventures. Deadpool is sloppy like that. X-Reads Podcast Episode 95: 'X-Men #8' (2021) - M.O.D.O.K. and Broo. And hey, appropriately enough, Wolverine is my favorite X-Men character. These stories range from light and fluffy action stories to some surprisingly poignant character spotlights. Alias another not particularly super heroic book and one of my favorite comics of all time, still. Jason Loo: This might sound super boring and conventional but Scott and Jeans wedding issue (X-Men #30) read like a must-see episode of a prime time drama to me when I was 11. Summary: The next question, Jordan is asked if readers dont know what they really want. Thank you for these, Jordan! Jordan: I definitely never expected that I would make videos of my cat as a puppet explaining the history of the Ancient One, but I did. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. I think Ive come up with one good one in all these years. I find comics blend of visuals and text to be that perfect type of mental stimulation. Kyle is a saint. I mean, how many times have Rogue and Gambit broken up and gotten back together? (It got messier later on, obviously, mostly because Scott is a sexy disaster boy.). In the X-World, Im currently editing Wolverine, X-Force, and X-Men Legends, as well as the double-event X Lives of Wolverine/X Deaths of Wolverine. Lila Cheney singing One by U2 (which Id imagine this cover sounding way better than the original) being the song to the couples first dance is just so sweet for a couple thats known each other for decades in publication. Or, just really confuse a loved one who doesnt read comics. Steve Foxe: The one Id REALLY avoid is Northstar and Kyle. 0. As for my favorite X-Men character its a toss-up between Idie Okonkwo (shout out to Nigerian representation!) I highly recommend picking up some how-to guides (Stan Lee and John Buscemas How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way is a great place to start), and start making some of your own comics. Mark: I mean Im incredibly proud to be a part of X-Men history, in general, so Ill have to cheat and list a few: Launching Wolverine: Black White & Blood was incredibly creatively and artistically satisfying, while diving into some old favorite time periods with the teams on X-Men Legends allowed me to step back in with some of the creators that drew me into the world in the first place. Charlie Jane Anders: Legion and the Doctor from Doctor Who. Charlie Jane Anders:Xorn. Spring 2022." Which may be whatever spins out of upcoming X-Men, Inferno and Trial Of Magneto comic books, that have seen Destiny revived . And when it comes to the specific details of, I want Jean and Scott to be happy or the opposite, I want Jean and Scott to never speak to each other again. Those are the opinions of what they want. AIPT: Finally, what can readers look forward to in the visuals department from your collaborator, artist Edgar Salazar? Win a copy of the 4K Steelbook collectors edition of the original The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Marvel Legends: Hasbro reveals classic Luke Cage figure, Marvel Comics teases Contest of Chaos coming in 2023. I mean, honestly, I think it probably goes into all sorts of problems and misunderstandings and very particular circumstances of our industry in major ways, because it has to do with who the primary audience is for the comics. Its so much fun and knows exactly how to do what it wants to do. So the easy answer is: That was the assignment. If you look at old Spider-Man comics from the 60s and 70s, what you will see is that the bulk of the comic, if you say they were 20 pages, like 17 of those pages would be about Spider-Man punching Electro. Youll learn so much about the thought processes that go into creating comics if you do a bit of it yourself. The best there is is more than hyperbole! Steve Orlando: The couple Id dodge, maybe Apocalypse and Genesis? SO, could you tease a future project youre currently working on? AIPT: Well, youre an editor, you make comics for a living, so let me ask you a very direct question. more. For that same reason, Id also choose Doug and Bei and Julio and Star, since its canon that they also have fun board game nights. Its a long one. Anthony Oliveira: Rogue and Gambit must be the most fun. AIPT: Thank you for swinging by X-Men Monday, Erica! The heroes of Krakoa are here to save the planet! Not only did Wolverine star in the recently wrapped and very fun X-Terminators, but following Forge's adventure in the Vault in the pages of X-Men, there are now two Lauras running around! Scott and Jean? I was fortunate enough to meet Edgar at San Diego Comic-Con last year (2022) and chat. 01:04:52. It might not be X-Corp but its something different to Excalibur! Probably theres a good reason for that in that soap operas are produced quickly and cheaply. Im an assistant editor. Kwannon and Greycrow sitting by the beach in, I dont know what it says about me, but my first reaction was Logan mercy-killing Jean near the end of. Rictor and Shatterstar. Jordan doesnt believe that a plot revolving directly around romance solely would be accepted by their target audience, but he does believe that the audience is more accepting of those elements. Jason Loo: Probably Gambit and Rogue. I just think shed sort him out, but in a nice, ominous, baffling way. Thats a mutant after my own heart! They got three cats I could play with. It all gets pretty silly at times -- but that's also part of the charm. Thanks, Kevin! It helped me gain a wider understanding of the role an editor plays, and realizing editorial is the hands-on player at every step of the comic process, and the level of creativity and fun that goes into the job made it a goal from day one. I had such a great time working on that couple, they are a total trainwreck that I absolutely adore. But Im thrilled with the new stuff Im helping build. ), Logan was able to live his childhood. Im crossing enemy lines here, but Klaus Jansons DC Comics Guide to penciling and inking are really great primers for people looking to build their vocabulary and think like an artist. A DIYer with a rocking stache? . One of them dies. @pyrofn: In the next edition of X-Men Monday, we return to our ongoing X of Swords coverage. Crimes done. I just think thered be some serious chemistry there. The main draw in the first chunk of the book is seeing the names of all the creators working on these short stories, which included a mix of up-and-comers and industry veterans like Don Heck, Kelly Corvese, Robert Loren Fleming, Joey Cavalieri, Ben Herrera, John Costanza, and so many more. Bobby and that harness. Jordan: I have a good friend who is a huge Punisher fan. The artwork is bright and colorful, and the action scenes are breezy and fun. Jason Loo: Mondo seems like a down-to-earth (literally and metaphorically) guy who can be adorably charming and very chill. AIPT: OK, so which X-Couple would be the most fun to hang out with? Al Ewing: Ive always wanted to see the X-Men team up with the slightly less glamorous mutants of Strontium Dog, so maybe Johnny Alpha and Jean Grey. That means switching up tactics sometimes. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Jordan D. White: I WANT to want to hang out with Deadpool and Shiklah, but I know that doing so would like 90% likely end up with me dead. I don't read Excalibur because it's not really my thing, but I wasn't too impressed by the X of Swords stuff and the return on it in the weekly threads seems to be quite negative. But as the readership has changed to mostly being made up of people who read all of the issues and who want to read it on an ongoing basis, that focus has shifted. And on top of all that, X-23: Deadly Regenesis, which revisits Laura's earlier years . Jordan: And I said, No, you dont. Sarah Brunstad: Im Sarah Brunstad, an editor, and Ive been full-time at Marvel for 8 years now. Yes. Mark Basso: Logan/Wolverine and Amanda from Highlander: The Series! Sexy and a mess. Ive rambled on a lot here, but Ill end with this: I really hope that fans have half as much fun with X-23: Deadly Regenesis as I did working on it with Edgar, Brian, and our editors Mark [Basso] and Drew [Baumgartner]. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Read this one closely, X-Fans when youre talking to editors, teases of things to come tend to slip out. Diego Olortegui, Marcio Fiorito, and Georges Duarte were also contributing artists on that run. I dont know that thats necessarily right across the board, but I think when people say that, most of the time, what they really mean is focusing on romance drama, right? Id steal whatever he had lying around his room. Chris Cantwell: Stryfe and Young Gru. look what x-men did to rogue and gambt after they were married, they barely in comics. Then X-Men: The Animated Series came out in 1992, and I watched that religiously. 23 votes, 26 comments. Hahaha! X-Men Monday #193 - Erica Schultz Talks 'X-23: Deadly Regenesis' AIPT - AIPT :: #comics. Become a patron today to gain access to exclusive perks, such as: Exclusive previews, reviews, and the latest news every week, delivered to your inbox. Its honesty. What makes Laura interesting is that she has a very different path from Logan. Laura is definitely all cards on the table most of the time, but I disagree that shes honest with herself all the time, and this story aims to explore that. 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