Letters to Justice League Legacies #3

[Idlewilder]

We know it's been a while since last issue, but we hope you'll read and tell us what you think!

[>>Riz!]

I want to thank Dave for all the time he invests to work with me on this title.
This issue is my favorite of this title so far, because we learn more about the characters. What are their deepest fears?
Losing your family? Not being able to achieve what others expect from you? Changing who and what you are for your love and losing yourself in it?

Dave, you did an amazing job here and thank you for your cooperation.

[Idlewilder]

Thanks, Riz!

It is my very great pleasure to work on this title with you. This was a fun one to write, and your input always gives it that extra edge (for instance, the Kyle scene works much better because of your comments).

Next issue: it all hits the fan.

"It" being a cosmic smackdown at the JLA Watchtower--- and not all of the JLAers make it out alive!

[UltimateDC]

This was a solid issue. Not as much action, but it builds on the characters through their hallucinations. I gotta admit, Kyle's nightmare really worked. God save the man with a woman in his refridgerator. Mitch continues to prove himself a competent leader and the light monster thing is a cool idea. I'll be back to see the next issue.

-UDC

[starlord]

The one writer that never ceases to amaze me nor does he ever let me down. A magnificant issue that really focuses on the fears of each team member, which at this point in the series is a logical spot to place it.

Although for some reason, I'm not as sold on Mitch, but I can't quite put my finger on it. I'm thinking maybe because it's a character that I have little knowledge of in any incarnation.

The Kyle moment was the most bone chilling for me (though I really loved Lyta's moment as well). A very nice blend of different moments in DC history that work well together and made one absolute horrific piece. Well done!

I'm looking forward to the conclusion to this story. The cover was beautiful and the story was top notch. Great job to everyone involved!

[ttitans92]

Idlewilder, you have again produced a great issue to this interesting series. Your take on each of the characters has been on point and I can’t wait to see more from you. I also enjoyed seeing each of the characters fear, which I suspect will play an important role in the future.

I am also very intrigued by the villain you have chosen. Is he supposes to be a spin off from the character Starbreaker?

[>>Riz!]

hey ttitans92,

yes, some of the fears will play an important role in the future, so we're glad you like them. Others - not so much...
And you are right about the villain. That's all I'm going to say.

[Idlewilder]

Feb 27, 2009 13:10:21 GMT -5 UltimateDC said:

This was a solid issue. Not as much action, but it builds on the characters through their hallucinations. I gotta admit, Kyle's nightmare really worked. God save the man with a woman in his refridgerator. Mitch continues to prove himself a competent leader and the light monster thing is a cool idea. I'll be back to see the next issue.

-UDC

Thanks, UDC! One of the best things about working with Riz is that his contributions always make the story better. I originally had something quite different planned for Kyle, but Riz saw immediately how the scene could work better within his concept of the character (I think the refrigerator was my homage to his DCU counterpart, though).

Thanks for reading, and for the feedback, Scott!

[Idlewilder]

Feb 28, 2009 23:44:20 GMT -5 starlord said:

The one writer that never ceases to amaze me nor does he ever let me down. A magnificant issue that really focuses on the fears of each team member, which at this point in the series is a logical spot to place it. o

Thanks, Brian! The funny thing is, this issue was never planned to happen! Riz had this arc plotted pretty tightly, but I felt we needed an interlude to show a littler bit why Kornugia is so dangerous, but more importantly to do some character building (as this arc began with a bang, and bangs all the way through). The whole "Worst Nightmares" scenario allows us a glimpse at these folks that we haven't had yet, we get to know them better, and maybe root for them a bit more.

Although for some reason, I'm not as sold on Mitch, but I can't quite put my finger on it. I'm thinking maybe because it's a character that I have little knowledge of in any incarnation.

I hear you, and completely understand! Maybe you're picking up on my own uncertainty with the character, as I have yet to read a single comic with him in it (although I did catch him in John Elbe's excellent Suicide Squad run at the DC2). I was a bit leery of his inclusion on the team, but Riz has a definate vision for this character, and I believe in him. My one priority has been to try to make Mitch a decisive, clever pinch-hitter, and try to sell him on the reader just as much as myself!

The Kyle moment was the most bone chilling for me (though I really loved Lyta's moment as well). A very nice blend of different moments in DC history that work well together and made one absolute horrific piece. Well done!

In the Lyta moment, I am really playing on the tremendous backstory Riz has developed for our Wonder Woman (something seen only in bits and pieces so far). There is a very compelling character arc coming up for Lyta.

I'm looking forward to the conclusion to this story. The cover was beautiful and the story was top notch. Great job to everyone involved!

Thank you, sir! I appreciate the feedback!

[Idlewilder]

Mar 1, 2009 23:10:25 GMT -5 ttitans92 said:

Idlewilder, you have again produced a great issue to this interesting series. Your take on each of the characters has been on point and I can’t wait to see more from you. I also enjoyed seeing each of the characters fear, which I suspect will play an important role in the future.

I am also very intrigued by the villain you have chosen. Is he supposes to be a spin off from the character Starbreaker?

Thanks, John! I am very glad you are enjoying this arc.

I suppose this is a good time to announce that next issue of Justice League Legacies (#4, currently in production!) will be my last on the title for the foreseeable future. It's been a blast helping Riz bring his vision of this team to life, and an honor, really. Riz is one of the good guys around here, and I am constantly impressed with his talent and generosity.

Coming on as new regular writer with #5 will be ttitans92, John Morgan, and I hope everyone will join me in welcoming him and supporting his run on the flagship title of the Earth Two universe!

Now, it's back to work on JLL #4!