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Batgirl #1 : Opinions, Spoilers, & Waffles.

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I really enjoyed Batgirl #1. A Lot.  I was glad to see quite a bit of Oracle in the book, she split the "screen time" about halfway with our new Batgirl (and my personal fav) Stephanie Brown.

Steph's "will-she-won't-she" dance over continuing caped life was really filling to read as a Stephanie fan.  Everyone wants to see her quit, and tells her so consistently that it has gotten so deep into her head. She feels guilty about her dependable status of being undependable, but just can't pull herself away from the hero gig. That along with her ongoing typical Steph musings made for good characterization.

Oracle's depression and anger over her lot in life was addressed a lot, by both Jim and Leslie.  Still, I'm hopeful and excited because all of this set-up is sure to be the start of Barb's road to happiness. And if anyone is good at pulling people out of their funks, it's Steph.

The only character portrayal I wan't completely pleased with was Cass Cain's.  Not that she was misrepresented, don't get me wrong...but I wanted to see more of her and fear that won't happen.  Her and Steph's fight scene was adorable. Cass has left her Bat title because of Bruce's death and doesn't seem to feel like the symbol should be used anymore.

Overall, I really loved the book...then again I read the whole thing from an adrenaline-pumping-insane-fangirl state.
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Posted on Aug. 19th, 2009 at 07:21 pm | | Leave a comment | 4 comments | Add to Memories | Share

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[info]stephsvoice

It was good wasn't it :)

I felt dizzy (in a good way) after reading it. Like all our hard work of rooting for Steph payed off. Loosing Cass is terrible. That adorable fight scene... I would love a comic about those two hanging out and being sisters.

But we must settle and be super happy with this new Batgirl (or else DC will just kill her again)

;P
Posted on Aug. 21st, 2009 12:31 am (UTC) | | Thread | Reply

[info]golden_tuna

Oh yeah, I am completely thrilled that our gal is gonna get some recognition now! I will miss Cass, but as long as she continues to get some page time and goes on to make her own name I'll be pleased...

I'm glad you liked it, I was worried you'd be sad about the loss of the Spoiler mantle...maybe someone will fill the role?
Posted on Aug. 21st, 2009 02:50 am (UTC) | | Parent | Thread | Reply

[info]boywonder_iii

As a guy, I'll admit this honestly, Stephanie has always been my dream girl ever since I was a wee little one reading comic books on Sunday morning. She reminds me a lot of Veronica Mars (awesome show, I highly suggest you watch it if you haven't already yet). So yeah I'm totally rooting for this character and this comic to do well. We seem to be very few amongst so many who are ranting and raving, bitching and moaning... whatever happened to just being happy with an overall good story? Comic book politics is so tiring, but I for one am looking forward to Bat-titles once again.
Posted on Aug. 21st, 2009 07:48 pm (UTC) | | Thread | Reply

[info]golden_tuna

I agree, it's incredibly simple to get wrapped up in comic pessimism... which I'm totally guilty of && can be a fun vent session at times =) but still, its awesome to see someone else root for Steph as Batgirl! I'm enjoying all of this Batman Reborn stuff, it's different...

I actually haven't seen Veronica Mars but your not the first person I've heard compare Steph to her...
Posted on Aug. 22nd, 2009 01:30 am (UTC) | | Parent | Thread | Reply