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Post by mindboggled on Sept 2, 2019 23:51:11 GMT -5
I recently purchased the whole short-lived series from a seller on Ebay for $18 us. And thus am curious of it's quality? Some of the covers are nice, but I know almost nothing of the interior contents, besides it being written by Roy. From what I'am aware of this series has never been collected into any volumes or omnibuses. So I thought that alone was a worthwhile reason to buy them. As there is no other way of reading them.
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Post by wolfshead on Sept 3, 2019 9:00:10 GMT -5
I didn't like it. The story was convoluted and confusing. Rafael K's art was overly detailed and difficult, at times, to discern. Also, because of the time he too for the detail, he fell behind schedule for several issues, breaking up the already convoluted story. It wound up. to my thinking, a mess. Definitely not Roy Thomas at his best.
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Post by Taurus on Sept 3, 2019 12:45:18 GMT -5
For $ 18 US, this is a very good deal. Definitely worth checking out.
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Post by garbanzo on Sept 3, 2019 13:06:40 GMT -5
It's too 90s for me, but that's a nice deal for a full set. Might as well enjoy them.
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Post by Monster on Sept 4, 2019 18:39:25 GMT -5
Yeah, the last few issues were short prints and are hard to come by and worth at least $18 alone by themselves.
The art, for me, is way too over the top. Definitely an overly-exaggerated 90's style influence!
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Post by mindboggled on Sept 5, 2019 12:13:25 GMT -5
Yeah, the last few issues were short prints and are hard to come by and worth at least $18 alone by themselves. The art, for me, is way too over the top. Definitely an overly-exaggerated 90's style influence! As it turns out, I'am actually missing issue #14, the last one. I will have to keep an eye out for it. The seller had the lot up for biding at a starting price of $17, I shot him an offer of $18 and he accepted within an hour.
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Post by mindboggled on Sept 5, 2019 12:16:10 GMT -5
It's too 90s for me, but that's a nice deal for a full set. Might as well enjoy them. What was too nineties for you? Was it the art, which seems to be the main complaint, or did Roy make an failed attempt at altering his writing style for the nineties?
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Post by Monster on Sept 5, 2019 14:17:39 GMT -5
Yeah, the last few issues were short prints and are hard to come by and worth at least $18 alone by themselves. The art, for me, is way too over the top. Definitely an overly-exaggerated 90's style influence! As it turns out, I'am actually missing issue #14, the last one. I will have to keep an eye out for it. The seller had the lot up for biding at a starting price of $17, I shot him an offer of $18 and he accepted within an hour. Issues 13 and 14 have been on my eBay Saved Search list for several years and I've yet to find the ones I want. I need replacements for the ones I have, as I like having 9.5+ (NM/M) condition books. My #13's cover is completely off, even though the seller said it was NM (probably never took it out of the bag to look at it). #14 is dog-eared and creased. If you are not too concerned about condition, My Comic Shop on eBay has a stated 8.0 copy and even a couple in lesser condition. I've never had luck with their shipping as they frequently ship in a Priority Mail envelope with no protection. I bought a bunch of rarer comics from them, multiple times, and they always arrive significantly dog-eared. www.ebay.com/itm/Conan-the-Adventurer-14-1995-VF-8-0-Stock-Image/312735500387?hash=item48d07d0863:g:CewAAOSwYhJdWact
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Post by mindboggled on Sept 5, 2019 18:15:15 GMT -5
As it turns out, I'am actually missing issue #14, the last one. I will have to keep an eye out for it. The seller had the lot up for biding at a starting price of $17, I shot him an offer of $18 and he accepted within an hour. Issues 13 and 14 have been on my eBay Saved Search list for several years and I've yet to find the ones I want. I need replacements for the ones I have, as I like having 9.5+ (NM/M) condition books. My #13's cover is completely off, even though the seller said it was NM (probably never took it out of the bag to look at it). #14 is dog-eared and creased. If you are not too concerned about condition, My Comic Shop on eBay has a stated 8.0 copy and even a couple in lesser condition. I've never had luck with their shipping as they frequently ship in a Priority Mail envelope with no protection. I bought a bunch of rarer comics from them, multiple times, and they always arrive significantly dog-eared. www.ebay.com/itm/Conan-the-Adventurer-14-1995-VF-8-0-Stock-Image/312735500387?hash=item48d07d0863:g:CewAAOSwYhJdWactAs long as a comic is in relatively good/decent condition I'am okay with it. Unfortunately the price of shipping for me makes it not worth it-$22 Canadian dollars!
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Post by boboldman on Sept 5, 2019 19:31:30 GMT -5
I really enjoyed it. It’s been years since I read it, but I recall it being very good.
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Post by mindboggled on Oct 8, 2019 17:53:51 GMT -5
Unfortunately, the package was lost en route. I received a speedy refund with no hassle, so no big lose-I guess. I have to admit, I'am disappointed tho; was looking forward to reading it. 😢 I will be actively keeping my eyes open for the whole run at a decent price.
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Post by mindboggled on Oct 13, 2019 13:51:35 GMT -5
Based solely on entertainment value, how much do you guys think this series is worth?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2019 16:09:47 GMT -5
I remember liking the art of Rafael Kayanan. Not too keen about the writing in this series, the magic is long gone by this era, even if it is Roy Thomas. To answer your question: Based solely on entertainment value, how much do you guys think this series is worth?
I dunno. Even if it is entertaining, you should not be paying more than $1 per comic for most of the comics from the 90s. It's best to be patient with stuff like this.
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Post by mindboggled on Oct 14, 2019 11:59:22 GMT -5
I remember liking the art of Rafael Kayanan. Not too keen about the writing in this series, the magic is long gone by this era, even if it is Roy Thomas. To answer your question: Based solely on entertainment value, how much do you guys think this series is worth?
I dunno. Even if it is entertaining, you should not be paying more than $1 per comic for most of the comics from the 90s. It's best to be patient with stuff like this. Thanks for the advice Hun. I almost caved in yesterday morning and bought the series for $40cad plus $20 shipping. I will have to learn to exercise my patience. I feel the same way about the art as you.
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Post by Monster on Oct 15, 2019 1:01:17 GMT -5
Thanks for the advice Hun. I almost caved in yesterday morning and bought the series for $40cad plus $20 shipping. I will have to learn to exercise my patience. I feel the same way about the art as you. I'll keep and eye out for you. I've seen Canadian listings for this before and wanted to buy them myself, but balked due to shipping costs. Not sure why shipping costs skyrocketed so high with items going across a border! I used to buy stuff from Canada all the time. I get stuff shipped cheaper from oversea countries! You want, or are only missing #14? The thing is, Hun is indeed right — a lot of comics from the 90's are fairly worthless. And most of this series can indeed be found for $1 an issue. However, #13 and #14 are short prints and go for more. #12 can even be a little tough to find.
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