Yeah, that was part of his schtick. He was a Roman centurion abducted by aliens and now he travels space or something along those lines.
Just read SHAZAM! #3 fun issue, still liking all the fantastic world building and the setup of the realms of the Magiclands, which all officially have names.
And the curiosity of the seven thrones, there will be a struggle for power and ultimate rule over the lands.
Billy's supposed "dad" will definitely have a role to play there. And we've learned why the Monster lands are sealed off, hints to a certain Society, means they won't stay sealed for long.
Edit love the roll call.
Continue to love the new SHAZAMILY kids, and how they play off each-other.
Worst part though Billy and Marry are officially established as not the same age (can't be twins), while before it could have been written off, as she just acts more mature, which seemed reasonable. Now they've gone out of the way to emphasis she is 17 going on 18, he is 15/16? Now I'm even doubting they'll even discover they are legit siblings.
Honestly while I love most everything else, Johns has completley lost me here. The long lost twins is such a wonderful part of their story. Not sure why he would rob them of this great discovery, and classic element of their character arc.
They had it before Leto & Ghanima, before Luke & Leia and before Adam & Adora LOL!
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This book doesn't do movie synergy. From what I've heard about it, the movie is a perfect adaptation of the New 52 story. If Mary's older than Billy, that was Johns' intention all along.
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What does that even mean? To much fun?
Marvel didn't invent that. Do people have such a tiny frame of reference?
Yeah this is mostly the fun/magic of kids discovering powers. Not sure they need to get in any grim or heavy drama.
At most it's in the orphan getting a family (finally feeling he belongs), and changing the nature of the power to reflect that (sharing). etc.
While Sivana who also wants power to bring his family back, is unable to do that, and unleashes something darker, - Deadly Sins. Over all though this is clearly pretty light fair.
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LOL Freddy!
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The reactions to Shazam! screening were overwhelmingly positive! Most are raving about the movie, not only fans, but critics too. I'm so happy!
Finally got around to picking up my comics. Shazam #3 was at the top of my reading list and boy it did not disappoint! It's so refreshing to have a book that is light hearted and fun and Johns is doing a great job with this title. I originally didn't know if I would like the Shazam family but I LOVE them! Can't wait for issue 4!
Also, with each new trailer I am grow more excited about this film!
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Favorite Characters:
DC: The Flash (Jay & Wally), Starman- Jack Knight, Stargirl, & Shazam!.
MARVEL: Daredevil, Spider-Man (Peter Parker), & Doctor Strange.
Current Pulls: Not a thing!