In this tumultuous time of the comics, passions are running high.  That's a good thing.  I didn't set out to violently shake-up the status quo thinking it'd go over perfectly fine with everyone.  I set out to upset and to unnerve, and thus far it's looks like I've succeeded.  (Some folks out there are already guessing in the ballpark of my long-term plans, but you can only fool some of the people some of the time)

As upset as some readers are - and rightfully so - I will not tolerate a total lack of class.  I've had folks contact me individually who've voiced their concern, even their anger, in clear terms without resorting to foul language and physical threats.  Anger does not excuse such childishness.  So if you can't make your point without without devolving into profanity, I'm hiding your comment.  I'll read, it I'll keep it accessible so your point will remain, but I'm not cluttering up my front page with your filthy language.

As for what's going on in the book, I'm going to have to have as much patience as the readers.  I know what's going to happen in the long run, and I know how this will all look when it's finished.  I'm excited for you guys, because you get to experience the thrill of it month by month.  Because of that, I can't explain what's happening, because that'll ruin the surprises I'm working on preparing for y'all.  

The best comparison I can make (without totally spoiling the entire ride) is to the original Star War trilogy.  In "Empire Strikes Back," Han is captured, Cloud City has been occupied by the Empire, Luke's been maimed and had his faith shattered, and the Rebellion has done pretty much nothing but lose for the entire movie.  If it had ended there, I'd imagine there'd be some outcry - but it didn't.  Fans of the series had faith in their heroes and believed that, somehow, they'd come back from all that.  Likewise, the comic isn't stopping anytime soon.  I'm doing my best to throw the heroes from the comfort zone they've lingered in for 250+ issues.  Have a little faith that Mobius's greatest heroes can endure.

(Disclaimer: I realize "comfort zone" is a blanket statement, e.g. Sally's near-death in #50 and King Max's dissolving of the team, but I'm referring to the general sense of "The Freedom Fighters Never Lose (Big/In The End).")

Obviously this isn't going to satisfy everyone.  Some of you will take this as me blowing smoke or placating, and I can't help that.  Some are buckling in for the adventure, excited about what's to come (if a little unsure).  Others don't want anything to happen to their favorites.  There's no meeting in the middle on that one.

I've got grand, sweeping plans folks.  This just the beginning.

And the usual reminders:
- I don't have time to correspond to every venue online while writing four books, so take it to the fourm: [link]
- Don't post full scans of issues, that's stealing.  If you're outside the U.S./Canada, try working with your local book vendor or online shops (or the Sonic App - [link])
- this DA account is used for following a few artists and friends, and sometimes a piece of concept art.  My online correspondence is focused on the Facebook Page/Twitter/Forum/Website - all of that accessible from here: [link]