Captain America #25: Not enough M.O.D.O.K.

I'm not particularly annoyed that spoilers for Captain America #25 were spread all over the traditional outlets of the Internet news and broadcast media, though I could have done without the exact details.

I'm disappointed that Marvel used the media to generate interest and maybe sales in the book from people that would not normally purchase or read comics aka the Death of Superman several years ago. It reminds me of the bad days of the speculator market, but it is probably good news for retailers.

I don't know what was worse to listen to this morning on the radio: Ignorant yet well-meaning DJ's yapping about Captain America and getting everything wrong or the fans lost in nerd-rage that called in correcting them.

I expect issue #25 of Captain America will be bagged and go for a substantially higher price within a few days, if not already set at a higher price on the rack or internet auction site right now. I have less of a problem with this than I thought I would. Even though the issue is still current I don't see much of a difference between this product and others that would retail for a special price due to collector interest. That is, within reason. As long as the comic stores deals with their clientele fairly and ethically by not "cherry-picking" issues and keeping them from their customers so they have extras available at a higher price later. There are many products out there not available at the usual SRP shortly after they become available and comics really should not be treated any differently. That is why many comic shops offer pull-lists and you can even get a subscription from the company to ensure you get your copy at the regular SRP. Other collector's clubs perform much the same service. If you want your special edition Hot Wheels car at the retail price then you better be a member of the club. The losers in all this are unfortunately the kids who don't care about all the hooplah and just want to read some comics.

My review of Captain America #25: Good start to whatever story comes next. Too many talking head panels. Not enough M.O.D.O.K.!

Don't worry, Cap will be back.

Tags: Captain America Marvel Retailers Fandom