Many comics still resist. The culture of the graphic novel has succeeded in attracting a new audience and changing the topic, yes, but much remains to be done. And is that sometimes to enter the world of the comic is an adventure. Where do I start? What’s the best thing I have to read? As in cinema or novel, in the ninth art, the first thing the reader should ask is the genre he is attracted to. Because, obviously, there are as many stories in the comic as creators, as many styles as feathers, and genres as you can imagine.

From this desire to attract all kinds of readers, and at the same time to review some of the great works of the comic book coming from all over the world, in the Country Showcase we have made this selection of 5 fundamental works to understand and enjoy this art, and which in turn are also different in their conception and qualities.

There is from humor to science fiction, to superheroes, essays, and historical chronicle. If you read everything you’ve selected, you’ll be able to have a conversation as a scholar in the art of cartoons. Yes, missing Mafalda, Calvin and Hobbes, The Fantastic Four Lee and Kirby, Asterix, Tintin, a Neighborhood Far, Persepolis or, stories journalism of Joe Sacco. Ten more lists could be made and would be imperfect and subjective. They are not all that they are, but they are all that they are.

1. Watchmen (Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons, 1986-1987)

Whether in the Swamp Thing, the league of extraordinary men, Miracleman or, Watchmen, there is one thing Alan Moore does better than anyone: he takes an established concept and turns it around to another level, almost to deconstructing the whole genre. That is precisely what he does in possibly the best story of the superheroes of the story, one that inherits an entire time to destroy it and bring the comic superhero to another level. Do not be fooled by Zack Snyder’s film adaptation or by the lycra costumes and classicism of Dave Gibbons, because Moore manages in this series to break the established rules to delve into the philosophy and deeper concepts of the human being.

2. Sandman (Neil Gaiman and various illustrators, 1988-1996)

Sandman couldn’t be anything but a comic book. Neil Gaiman’s Magna work delves into the mind of the Morpheus God to design whole mythology that sits in the heart and humanity, but whose journey is most atypical, as dreamlike as its own protagonist. Sandman is also the best reflection of an entire era, in which DC Comics (and editor Karen Berger) decided to bet on an adult label that led them to new levels of quality: this new adventure was called Vertigo and there its creators gave free rein to the imagination with total freedom. Gaiman builds his interwoven tale almost to levels of modern Aesop Fables, at dark times, at colorful times, but always with the unmistakable signature of the British who does not cut himself in mixing superheroes with vagabonds, history, William Shakespeare and Greek gods. There are so many characters and stories in Sandman, it would be impossible to keep one.

3. Maus (Art Spiegelman, 1977-1991)

In 1992, Maus became the first graphic novel to win a Pulitzer. And it wasn’t for nothing. Art Spiegelman used the felt story of his father during the holocaust to weave a history of the Second World War human and real, raw, but also funny and, above all, made an effort to understand all of the decisions (for evil that is seen when we take the backward look) of their protagonists. Maus, where the Jews were mice and the Nazi cats, reflected, after all, Spiegelman’s need to understand his father, with all his flaws and dark spots. The biographical novel then became something that many of the independent authors who came after would copy.

4. All-Star Superman (Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely, 2005-2008)

Grant Morrison wrote in this maxiseries to the ultimate Superman, reviewing each of the characteristics of his long mythology and exploiting his most colorful, optimistic and adventurous side. The Scotsman rejoined cartoonist Frank Quitely to prove that the original and classic concept of the superhero par excellence did not need to be out of date. Few pages’ dazzles with as much imagination and madness as those of this story. There is no better person in this heroic Superman. There’s a reason it’s a modern myth, an icon as recognizable in the 21st century as God himself or McDonald’s. And if you think it’s boring, read it again.

5. V De Vendetta (Alan Moore and David Lloyd, 1982-1988))

“Remember, remember, November 5. Conspiracy, gunpowder and treason.” The V mask, based on the historical character Guy Fawkes who tried to blow up the British Parliament, is an icon of our century and of social movements. But Alan Moore didn’t have that in mind when he wrote V of Vendetta. The bard British took the story of Fawkes to introduce a revolution in a world that was both 1984 of George Orwell and, of step, not only to raise its voice against the Government of Thatcher, or fascisms but also against the anarchy and surroundings. All this is narrated from the perspective of an influential young woman. A sample of a first-born Moore, who already shone before everything that appeared in his future.

Comic-based games feature a special additive that is to narrate an already developed story, with already invented characters and much worked-out plots. This does not mean that all the games out of the cartoons are excellent, much less, but there are clear examples of video games about perfect superheroes or stories out of these little paper books that have marked a before and an after in the entire video game industry.

Marvel vs. Capcom is a great example of this, not only for presenting classic characters from one of the two most influential comic book publishers but also for introducing the crossover mode as the Genesis theme of the video game.

Now, if you like comics and are a fan of video games, immerse yourself in the cartoons that happen to accompany us on this trip that runs through the best matches based on comics, comics, and superheroes.

1. Ultimate Alliance 2 (2009)

I know, I know. Many will start thinking why I didn’t put X-Men Legends instead of Ultimate Alliance 2, and the truth is they may be right. However, although the first was the RPG style generator with Eagle View based on superheroes, the second is a much more complete game in several ways.

Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 features a very extensive character gallery, as well as being based on the conflict that emerged from the Civil War comic book where the superhero bands are divided into two, some under Captain America and others under Iron Man. A story without waste and a really great game

2. Batman: Arkham City (2011)

Batman’s video games are many, and the vast majority of them are to be archived in the mailbox of oblivion. However, great work has been done with the franchise for a few years and it all started with Batman: Arkham Asylum.

The improvements were seen in later games such as Batman: Arkham City and Batman: Arkham Origins have been incredible. Up to the time Arkham City has been the most complete of the saga telling an incredible story with the participation of some of the best characters of the franchise of the Dark Knight.

Batman: Arkham Knight, the fourth installment of the series, will be released by October 2014 so we will have to be expecting by then, perhaps, to update this list.

3. Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes (2000)

New Age Of Heroes is the fourth edition of the Marvel vs. Capcom franchise and as a special edition, not only has a grid of 56 playable characters but also a more straightforward fighting system adapted to the classic controls of the current consoles. Because let’s remember that the original game was designed for the arcade cabinets ‘ boom box.

This fighting game allows us to make an excellent crossover among Marvel’s best villains and superheroes with the best characters from all of Capcom’s video games, including Ryu and Mega Man.

4. Ultimate Spider-Man (2005)

Spiderman has a relatively large video game Gallery within which we can find excellent titles such as Ultimate Spider-Man. This GTA-style game, with the friendly neighbor, allows us to climb the Manhattan skyscrapers alternating between Peter Parker and Spider-Man taking over the Venom symbiote.

A jewel of fun, graphic development, and great gameplay. One of the best comic book recreations in a video game and one of Spiderman’s best games.

5. Injustice: Gods Among Us (2013)

This game based on DC Comics superheroes puts us in a situation similar to that of Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 where the Society of superheroes is no longer one, but combat is anarchic and random. In this story, based on the self-titled comic book, Superman has lost his mind and begun to rule the law by his own hand. All because the Joker caused a hallucination in him that led him to kill Lois Lane, a shocking moment in the comic book.

Unfair: Gods Among Us is a fighting game in the best Mortal Kombat style where most of the editorial characters fight in a ring full of action and excellent visual effects.

According to reports within DC Comics, the company is planning to put a replacement for some of its classic superheroes with a new generation of heroes.

This news comes from the source of Bleeding Cool and other sites specializing in the subject have heard it and say the project’s name is “5g”; meaning the fifth generation.

It is believed that this initiative will interact with the timeline of the DC Universe presented in the New York Comic-con 2019, starting with the first generation with Wonder Woman and then the Golden Age, the second generation began with Superman and covers the whole Era of Silver, the third generation comes in with Crisis on Infinite Earths and ending with the events of Flashpoint, and with the last and current fourth generation that is from the beginning of The New 52.

With this new generation, it is believed that the main heroes could change their appearance to look a little younger and changing their identity, for example, Luke Fox would now be Batman, Jonathan Kent would become Superman and Cassie Sandsmark will be Wonder Woman.

However, other sites comment that this fifth generation will come with an event where it will explain why some characters have not aged at all but nothing is confirmed. It is believed that the future generation of DC Comics heroes will arrive by the summer of 2020 and there will surely be more news on this subject, we will keep you informed if we get news.

Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman: DC’s greatest heroes would have new versions

According to a new report, it appears that DC Comics is planning to replace many of its classic heroes with next-generation successors.

This report comes from The Bleeding Cool Site but other specialized sites have also heard it, and it is said that the initiative is named 5g which would have to do with the fifth generation of all DC heroes (via ComicBook).

Obviously the principle is associated with the timeline of the DC Universe that existed recently at the Comic-con in New York City, where the really initial generation starts with Wonder Lady and continues with the Golden Age, the second begins with Superman as well as covers the heroes of the Silver Age, the 3rd generation would certainly be from Dilemma on Infinite Earths to Flashpoint, and also the 4th would certainly be the comics after the New 52.

With this, it is believed that the fifth generation would change DC’s main heroes to younger versions. For example, Bleeding Cool suggests that Luke Fox could take the role of Batman, while Jonathan Kent and Cassie Sandsmark would be the new Superman and Wonder Woman.

Other sites claim that this 5g theme will come with a special event that will give some explanation of why some characters have remained young for decades, so we’ll see.

It is said that the fifth generation of DC heroes will be released in the summer season of 2020, so if this is correct we will surely be hearing more news about it in the coming months. I love alternate realities. in Marvel) and as a token of this, I now bring you this gallery of redesigned classic characters. Some are official and Nigeria in a comic book, others are not, so that is specified in the post. Something cartoonish but with a team much more realistic. This fascinates me looks great the mask as of bat, without elements insects like the Cape (although with it it looks great and much darker) this version seems relatively realistic to me without losing that air of mystery that characterizes Batman. Maybe what fans like Best is seeing realistic heroes. It reminds me of red Robin and a little DareDevil, by the horns. The Batman vampire that appears in the Fog, Crimson of the Lantern of Dracula of the Elseworlds Batman, and which also appears in Batman the brave and the bold enter Green Lantern in the hands of Batman, it’s excellent! Batman appears on the darkest night

What are the best comic-based films? – Comics and graphic novels are not a fad. Many believe that the popularity of these stories began in the late 1990s with the first leaps of some superheroes into the cinema when the truth is that some of these characters accumulate almost a century of existence that has consolidated them as authentic emblems of popular culture.

However, no one can deny that its popularity has increased in recent years. After all, the industry has increasingly resorted to such stories as a source of inspiration for the public’s good response.

1. Iron Man (2008)

Do you realize how Tony Stark will always be connected to Robert Downey Jr.? The generations to come will see new actors interpreting these roles, and we only bother because of no two Starks, only Downey. This, without hesitation, has been Marvel’s most successful film, raising billions of dollars in the past decade. Few films have changed the course of cinema like Iron Man, and that’s why he’s number one on this list.

2. The Dark Knight (2008)

We didn’t know if it should be number one or two, but here it is, the second in Nolan’s trilogy, full of action and excitement. The film, by far, was taken by the performance of Heath Ledger as The Joker, and for it won an Oscar and turned this film into something extraordinary.

3. Spider-Man 2 (2004)

Yes, the two of us, because nobody wants to remember the death of uncle Ben or the pathetic dance of the three, that’s why the number two is the best. Besides, we all loved the role of Alfred Molina as Dr. Octopus, a formidable villain; Tobey Maguire represented a real Peter Parker and Kirsten Dunst… well, let’s just say that many of us would have wanted to stop Spidey from saving her… again.

4. Superman (1978)

Decades ago, Christopher Reeve proudly carried the ‘S’ on his chest. Superman was a freak, just like the comic book, and he was a precursor to the love of comics. He may not have the best special effects, considering it was the ‘ 70s, but Reeves perfectly represented the Man Of Steel, Marlon Brando does an iconic performance as his father and Gene Hackman is a wonderful Lex Luthor.

5. Logan (2017)

The final part of Wolverine as a solitary entity culminates in this grim story that has become a masterpiece. The story of this mutant is one of the most complete within the Marvel Universe, but this last delivery is something different and unique.

6. Men in Black (1997)

It’s not easy to remember that they were a comic before they were a box office hit. Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones give life to Agents J and K, resulting in a fun and admired dynamic duo. The film captivated us with its effects, makeup, and history, and that’s why it’s on this list.

7. The Avengers (2012)

When Marvel decided to join her stars, The Avengers summed up the intentions and was worth it. To this day, we look forward to the development of this story, no doubt a very wise adaptation.

8. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)

Like The Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy has the best team dynamics. Pratt, Saldana, Cooper, and Diesel created strange chemistry and the inclusion of a raccoon and tree contributed to the success. With mysterious origins, fantastic space adventures and a villain bent on destroying the universe, there’s no doubt why the Guardians are on this list.

9. X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014)

The X-Men are an essential group in Marvel’s universe, as it has contributed more iconic characters than any other series. Of all the films focused on the mutants, Days of Future Past brings together the time-line parallel to through a time paradox, and this helps to give the body to the fabric complex.

10. Captain America: Civil War (2016)

Yeah, we all liked it because his cast is bigger than the Avengers, plus he introduced us to several characters who will soon have his movie. The third installment is a key piece of Marvel’s overall plan and featured unprecedented moments such as the Spider-Man crossing and an epic battle with Iron Man.