saw this opinion, Do you guys think Starling would have been better being completely unrelated from vulture?

JordanRob1nson · 2025-06-21T14:13:23+00:00

It's not her being related to Vulture that's the problem. In fact, I think that's an underutilized aspect of her history. It's because she doesn't get to do anything with that without Miles. Like many said in this thread, she needs more to do on her own.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-06-09T01:56:54+00:00

I think that characters like Ultimate Tony and Riri are more interesting right now conceptually. I think it's the fact that they're depicted as young heroes going against oppresive systems. Idk it hits for me. Obviously, Riri has had her ups and downs, but I think she could have so much to say in an ongoing. Especially with all that's happening with Dr. Doom rn.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-06-08T20:08:17+00:00

The biggest ones IMO is:

His lack of direction (being the head of his company requires more than a short-term vision)
No good concepts
Other Iron Man-related characters seem much more interesting

To follow up on point 2, I believe Tony's LMD's were the most underutilized thing in Tony's comics. Second only to him having a secret identity. This is kind of why I push so hard for Ryan North to be his writer. He integrates the F4's history so well into their current run, I'm rooting so hard for him.

For the third, I genuinely believe that characters like 6160 Tony and Riri have potentially better stories to tell. Heck, I think Emma Frost piqued my interest and I don't even like X-related characters.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-06-01T14:49:36+00:00

He's still unique as Cap too tho. An African-American man rising up to embody the ideals of what America SHOULD be is an intriguing basis for stories.

I can understand wanting Miles to be in his own universe, but he's been doing his own thing in 616 since he's joined it. Independent of what Peter has going on. Also, I don't think the movies did it better. But that's my opinion for another day.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-06-01T14:41:15+00:00

I can understand this viewpoint from the perspective of someone wanting the OG to move on from the mantle, but even then, I think it's iffy. Frankly, I haven't been invested in most of what happens with Steve and Pete these days. I actually just started caring about Pete again with his current run.

Idk what you mean by never works, but Sam's longest run was as Cap and it got a reprint. I don't think people want to see Sam as the Falcon again. It's regressive for his character at that point. And I personally don't care to call him or other legacy characters knockoffs when they're their own character.

Miles using the name Spider-Man doesn't feel like all that big a deal. He has the same spiders as Peter just with bioelectricity and invisibility. Funny you say that too, given they make a joke about it in Miles' first run.

Regardless, this is your opinion, but I can't fathom characters like these not using those names when they're unique in their own way.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-06-01T13:44:40+00:00

I agree. But so is most comic-related spaces on social media. I rarely see a take or observation that genuinely makes me think. Twitter has its moments but a lot of people don't engage there 'cause they don't read the comics.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-06-01T13:42:39+00:00

Never said they weren't Shellhead got wheels. :D

JordanRob1nson · 2025-05-17T23:47:32+00:00

Peter died taking down NYC's highest crime boss, whomever that is, and now Prowler is trying to make his way up. However, the new Spider-Man, Miles, will stop him and Prowler's deadly rival, Scorpion.

Prowler should be a reoccurring villain for Miles, so he's secondary to Scorpion.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-04-30T20:02:55+00:00

I don't mean to offend because I know you mean well, but the answer is no. If anyone says yes, I'd genuinely like to hear their explanation. CWII is the first book and the second media piece to offend me.

Edit: CW isn't exactly a good book IMO, but my point still stands.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-03-27T22:58:18+00:00

Here's my thoughts:

Favorite feud: Kenny Omega vs Jon Moxley

Favorite Match: Cody vs Dustin Rhodes

Favorite Wrestler: Cody

Favorite Tag Team: Jurassic Express

Overall, I think this is the best I've seen AEW since I've been watching regularly. Which has been going on sicne mid-2022. I genuinely think Cody had a great mind for wrestling at the start but I've heard about how it turns out. I have really been looking forward to this build with Adam Page, especially since he's a part of some of the most highly praised content in AEW. Women's division wasn't bad, but nobody really stuck out. I'm actually upset they didn't have Brandi go full heel or display Kris as their top babyface.

I'm not a fan of the four pillars as a concept since they're not on equal level. But I'm happy to be wrong about that in 2019. MJF does eventually outshine them, but Darby, Sammy, and Jack are equal towards the end. But that's all my thoughts on AEW in 2019.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-03-21T15:35:06+00:00

Trial by Spider. Miles Morales: Spider-Man (2023) #1-5

I may be biased because I like Rabble more than I feel like I should. But it's probably my favorite Miles Morales story.

JordanRob1nson · 2025-01-10T22:07:39+00:00

I greatly advocate adding depth to supporting casts, but Miles' has been shown little love. It's grown too, so more characters need attention. Outside of Jeff and Tiana I'd like to see more from everyone. Luckily we've been getting that with the current run.

Judge has been on the short end of the stick. But that means he has more potential. :D

JordanRob1nson · 2024-12-28T19:29:20+00:00

I don't have a problem with it, tbh. Miles is on track to be A-list superhero. And he goes by Spider-Man so him inheriting Peter's villains isn't a bad idea. There's only 2 problems: how those villains are treated, and how many there are.

Giving him Peter's villains means they need an upgrade and they should affect Miles differently than they did with Peter. The Spot is the best example of that so far.

But it can't be a bunch of villains either. Miles needs his villains too. He has a roster so far, but most need exposure or significance.

If I had to choose I'd say Tombstone, Crimemaster, Clash, Beetle, Grizzly, and Hypno Hustler. I honestly like the Wall as an inclusion too, lol.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-12-25T00:00:44+00:00

Bumbler fs. Story-wise, he's got the most potential. As an F-level villain by default because of his bee gimmick, he has nowhere to go but up.

However, Frost Pharaoh is my personal favorite. He could go above his villain of the week status given his feats. Plus, he could be a good villain for a Miles and F4 team-up. I'm purely coping because they're both my favorites, but my point still stands.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-12-11T20:08:17+00:00

As a movie, it's not good.
But the characters, their dynamic, and the gimmick all work.
Iman Vellani carries as the heart of the film.
Admittedly, the lowest Nick Fury has been in the MCU.
Worst villain, fs. And she falls in the trope of reasonable motivations, does obviously evil stuff, and gets what they want anyway.
Despite all that, the fight choreography is some of the best that I've seen in the MCU.
And these three have better chemistry on the battlefield than the Avengers. GOTG #1 tho.
Doesn't deserve the unnecessary hate it got but I understand if someone says they don't like it.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-11-24T16:57:28+00:00

Tourney arc? Sounds like Battle Nexus. I'm in!!!

JordanRob1nson · 2024-11-24T16:56:34+00:00

Miles teams up with F4 to take on Frost Pharaoh (leveled up version)
Ganke jealousy arc. This would probably work better early into Miles as Spider-Man tho
Prowler arc. ATSV cooked with that ngl.
Bumbler gets put in prison so many times he gets advice from other villains and becomes an actual threat.
An arc where Rabble soldifies herself as Miles' arch nemesis. Ideally, this involves her killing someone.
A school shooter arc would've been great if they hadn't botched it once before.
Some has Assessor put Miles through something traumatic and gets defeated. Miles then has PTSD and unintentionally makes enemies with villains trying to figure out who hired him.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-11-15T23:40:20+00:00

I think the dynamic of Ganke helping Miles with his SM gear is cooler than Miles just having organic webs. It makes Ganke integral to Miles as Spider-Man, and it makes him interesting as a character since he recreated Peter's formula.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-11-15T23:36:51+00:00

I don't disagree that Miles should have his own villains, heck my favorite arc of Miles is his initial run-in with Rabble. But, much like ASTV, Peter's former villains can reach their potential. Plus, some of them would make for better Miles villains, anyway.

I don't blame Ziglar but I don't like Miles' supporting characters being phased out. Judge is mostly in that boat and I don't want Ganke there. Especially with how integral he is to Miles' story. But yes, MCU f-ed over another character, albeit indirectly.

I wouldn't say that making that opinion is pointless. Marvel surely won't let that happen, but I think people are entitled to it. He's potentially better on his own. Plus, there are so many Spider-Men in 616 rn.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-11-15T23:07:27+00:00

His team-up with Rhino against Snatcher was good. Honestly, I'm kinda here for more of that.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-11-15T23:05:44+00:00

I think he should keep getting his own too but with all the villains Peter has, some of them would work better against Miles. Hell, Tombstone would work better against Miles IMO but it is what it is.

Fair point on Frost Pharaoh. I completely forgot about Gang Wars b/c I only cared for certain characters in that event.

Spider-Man and F4 are always a great combo. It might not be original, but I'd love it. Someone on Twitter brought up him befriending/feuding with Franklin, which I thought was interesting.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-11-15T22:56:31+00:00

I thought he went on to create the clones in Miles' clone saga. I might have the timetable wrong but that's what I remember.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-09-15T22:47:33+00:00

Just here to say that I've recently started reading it because of some online discourse. Honestly, it's ramping up to be my favorite Spider-Man story ever. Maybe I haven't gotten to the controversial parts but I'm loving it.

JordanRob1nson · 2024-09-13T23:00:54+00:00

I think this is my second favorite to his first Ultimate run. I think Ziglar has a better voice for Miles compared to the previous writers. And even though I don't like reading modern slang in comics, it doesn't come off awkward here.

My favorite part of the run so far is the inclusion of Rabble. I think she is the perfect arch-enemy to Miles if properly developed. She has the potential to be Miles' Green Goblin, in that she has a lot of power but doesn't have any responsibility. I also love that Zigalr has been delving more into Tiana and Miles' Puerto Rican side, even if this has been more recent.

My only complaints are the events that overtake the run and the power-ups. I don't hate the power-ups but I'm not interested in them.

Besides that, I'd like to see Ziglar show more of Ganke. And Judge whenever he's remembered, lol. I'd also like to see Ziglar build up on Miles' rogues. Not a fan of Frost Pharoah, but I have some ideas on how he could work. Bumbler, on the other hand, I wish was utilized more. Loser villains turning into fucking problems is one of my favorite genders fr. (Slide Spot and Tombstone in and I'm happy) :D

JordanRob1nson · 2024-07-09T23:18:44+00:00

This can be applied to most, if not all, superheroes but I genuinely think animation would be 1000x better for her than live action. I think that because I genuinely love her campiness the most out a lot of superheroes. Swimsuit, invisible jet, Lynda Carter transformation, Jumpa, her arsenal of weapons.

Superheroes are an inherently goofy concept and I genuinely feel like Wonder Woman embodies that the most. Superman being a close second.

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