Graphic Novel Explorers Club - The Incal: Classic Collection

The Incal: Classic Collection

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03/09/21 • 28 min

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Graphic Novel Explorers Club

Episode 74

Greetings, Explorers! The gang takes a look at The Incal: Classic Collection in this episode. Story by Alejandro Jodorowsky and art by Mæbius. Set in a dystopian world, a detective named John DiFool finds his life in constant peril after discovering “The Incal”. Self-centered and incompetent, DiFool not only must save his own skin, he must face the fact that the survival of the entire universe rests on his shoulders.

Dennis, Johnny, and guest host Jake (Frankie needed a new Multipass) chat about the influence The Incal: Classic Collection had on Sci-Fi and pop culture. Next, they discuss the comic’s origins with Jodorowsky’s abandoned Dune movie. Last, they ask if Ralph Bakshi or Rankin/Bass would have benefited from turning the series into an animated movie. Additional topics include what the possibleoffspring of Æon Flux and Tintin; a call back to Episode 35; Jodoworsky’s tarot deck collection; the unofficial trailer; and last, but not certainly not least, the storytelling and art of The Incal: Classic Collection.

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Episode 74

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Previous Episode

Wonder Twins, Vol. 1: Activate!

Episode 73

Greetings, Explorers! The gang activates its powers by reading Wonder Twins: Activate!. Shape of: story by writer Mark Russell! Form of: art by Stephen Byrne!

This ain’t your old Saturday Morning Cartoon version of The Wonder Twins. Exiled to Earth, Jayna and Zan are learning how to navigate life as high school students while at the same time serve as “interns” at the Hall of Justice. Whether they’re going on bad dates or taking on the League of Annoyance, it’s just a regular day in the life of teenage alien superheroes!

Dennis, Johnny, and guest host Jake (Frankie took Gleek to a veterinarian visit the day we recorded) as they chat about the social commentary delicately woven throughout the story. Next, they ponder if Lex Luthor's dream of world domination prevents him from being a racist. Zan's unwavering positivity. Last, they discuss a favorite character in the book, Baron Nightblood, AKA Drunkula. Additional topics include Superman's excellent summary of going through the trials and tribulations of being a teenager; ; a call back to Episode 40; "Total Refreshment"; and last, but not least, the storytelling and art of Wonder Twins: Activate!

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin

Episode 75

Cowabunga, Explorers! The gang are heading back to the sewers with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin #1. Story by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, and Tom Waltz. Art by Kevin Eastman, Isaac Escorza, and Esau Escorza. Set in a dystopian NYC, the last remaining Ninja Turtle is on a mission to avenge his fallen brothers and Master Splinter. Additionally, this series marks the return of original creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird after they had a falling out a few decades ago.

Dennis, Johnny, and guest host Jake (Frankie was off fighting the Foot Clan) chat about the influence of Old Man Logan, Escape from New York, and The Dark Knight Returns on TMNT: The Last Ronin. Next, they discuss if this series is a continuation of the cartoon series or Eastman and Laird’s original comic book. Last, they ask if the series will check your “turtle boxes”. Additional topics include the shopping cart security systems on cars of the future; when will DC make a The Dark Knight Returns for Batman ’66; and last, but not certainly not least, the storytelling and art of TMNT: The Last Ronin.

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