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Title: September Issue now online!
Post by: BHMike on September 20, 2010, 02:38:54 PM
The 33rd issue of the JoeCanuck Newsletter is now available! This month's includes a review of the 2010 CanJoeCon Hailstorm, an article about customs, Starduster Comics, Snakor's Pizza review, and of course the newest Canuckleheads comic! Check it out here (http://http://www.joecanuck.com/NL/2010/SEPT10.pdf), and don't forget to let us know what you think about it on the message boards.

As always, all past issues can be read here (http://http://www.joecanuck.com/site/?q=node/9).
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: akpayne on September 20, 2010, 03:25:40 PM
Nice - just printed it for the other 4 guys in the office.
Their not toy collectors, but they get a kick out of the mag.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 20, 2010, 03:26:37 PM
Very nice as usual! It's nice to read what goes on in the head of a customizer.  Now with Jason's Comic Who are the Twins?
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: BHMike on September 20, 2010, 03:28:55 PM
Quote from: "bandonov"
Very nice as usual! It's nice to read what goes on in the head of a customizer.  Now with Jason's Comic Who are the Twins?


I (naturally) assumed it was Tomax and Xamot.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: Sundance on September 20, 2010, 03:30:13 PM
Tomax and Xamot presumably...

i LOL'd at the end of the strip.

no Evil Empire? DENIED!
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 20, 2010, 03:31:16 PM
Quote from: "THE Mike™"
Quote from: "bandonov"
Very nice as usual! It's nice to read what goes on in the head of a customizer.  Now with Jason's Comic Who are the Twins?

I (naturally) assumed it was Tomax and Xamot.
I was hoping that they were the twins, but I did not want to assume...
 :shifty:
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: latinjoe22 on September 20, 2010, 08:21:18 PM
Quote from: "bandonov"
Quote from: "THE Mike™"
Quote from: "bandonov"
Very nice as usual! It's nice to read what goes on in the head of a customizer.  Now with Jason's Comic Who are the Twins?

I (naturally) assumed it was Tomax and Xamot.
I was hoping that they were the twins, but I did not want to assume...
 :shifty:

It is the Crimson Twins. One of them has the scar on the cheek.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 20, 2010, 08:50:44 PM
Jason drew them young so I wanted to make sure...
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: BHMike on September 20, 2010, 09:17:46 PM
Quote from: "bandonov"
Jason drew them young so I wanted to make sure...

It's that crisp Canadian air.  :lol:


Quote from: "Sundance"
no Evil Empire? DENIED!

Deadlines.
Everyone has them, and the JoeCanuck newsletter is no execption.
I put aside one day to make sure I get this done, so I need things in by that day. Other people have things they need to get done off-line as well - so from time to time people may not get an article in for various reasons.

Hopefully it will make it in next month!  ;D
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: latinjoe22 on September 20, 2010, 11:10:59 PM
My "Name that figure" answers from left to right:


Not sure about the last one though, the pic is a bit difficult to read...
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 20, 2010, 11:23:16 PM
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
My "Name that figure" answers from left to right:
  • Heavy Metal
  • Python Televiper
  • Road Pig
Not sure about the last one though, the pic is a bit difficult to read...

I knew LJ would be first to answer the pictures.  I wish I had about 25% of LJ GI Joe knowledge  :lol:
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: olyeller01 on September 20, 2010, 11:30:41 PM
Quote from: "THE Mike™"

Deadlines.
Everyone has them, and the JoeCanuck newsletter is no execption.
I put aside one day to make sure I get this done, so I need things in by that day. Other people have things they need to get done off-line as well - so from time to time people may not get an article in for various reasons.

Hopefully it will make it in next month!  ;D

Case in point - Mother Nature prevented me from contributing this month.  I was unable to return to Corpus Christi from my weekend trip to Houston because of very heavy rains and flooding from remnants of Hurricane Karl.  Look for a new PoC vehicle review next month!
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: latinjoe22 on September 20, 2010, 11:31:21 PM
Quote from: "bandonov"
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
My "Name that figure" answers from left to right:
  • Heavy Metal
  • Python Televiper
  • Road Pig
Not sure about the last one though, the pic is a bit difficult to read...

I knew LJ would be first to answer the pictures.  I wish I had about 25% of LJ GI Joe knowledge  :lol:


But I must admit that I did flip through Bellomo's guide on the third one: It wasn't that obvious for me.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 21, 2010, 08:26:36 AM
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
Quote from: "bandonov"
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
My "Name that figure" answers from left to right:
  • Heavy Metal
  • Python Televiper
  • Road Pig
Not sure about the last one though, the pic is a bit difficult to read...
I knew LJ would be first to answer the pictures.  I wish I had about 25% of LJ GI Joe knowledge  :lol:
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: latinjoe22 on September 21, 2010, 01:22:56 PM
Quote from: "bandonov"
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
Quote from: "bandonov"
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
My "Name that figure" answers from left to right:
  • Heavy Metal
  • Python Televiper
  • Road Pig
Not sure about the last one though, the pic is a bit difficult to read...
I knew LJ would be first to answer the pictures.  I wish I had about 25% of LJ GI Joe knowledge  :lol:
But I must admit that I did flip through Bellomo's guide on the third one: It wasn't that obvious for me.

Don't worry I would have to use the Guide for all the pictures...  :lol:

Agree. But don't forget that when it comes to 25th, ROC, POC, with the exception of the key characters I'm almost clueless. So while I might master the first half of the battle, you still excel at the other half  :wink:.

To Agent Loop: By the way, nice work on the comic book. I really dig that last panel and laughed real hard! I think you've proven one of your major strenghts: how to image-storytell. Four Thumbs up, keep up the great work!
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: morgardee on September 21, 2010, 02:45:15 PM
Quote from: "olyeller01"
Quote from: "THE Mike™"

Deadlines.
Everyone has them, and the JoeCanuck newsletter is no execption.
I put aside one day to make sure I get this done, so I need things in by that day. Other people have things they need to get done off-line as well - so from time to time people may not get an article in for various reasons.

Hopefully it will make it in next month!  ;D

Case in point - Mother Nature prevented me from contributing this month.  I was unable to return to Corpus Christi from my weekend trip to Houston because of very heavy rains and flooding from remnants of Hurricane Karl.  Look for a new PoC vehicle review next month!

Yep, and I haven't done one in two months myself because there are other things that have had my attention. I do plan on coming back to the news letter soon. I have an idea of something i want to work on.

Also, just a reminder, anyone can submit something to the news letter. Yes, there is a core team of writers, but this news letters is written by the fans, for the fans. You guys see my posts, I mash the keyboard, yet I'm still a regular for the Joe Canuck news letter.

I can't stress this enough. It's our news letter, for all of us. As long as it's tasteful and relevant, then chances are it will make it into a news letter. Do it enough and it's something you might be able to include in your resume.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: Sidewinder on September 23, 2010, 12:28:52 AM
Out of curiousity, how many of the newsletter readers own any of the Starduster mini comics?

I know I have 1 and 2, but can't remember if I have number 3 or not. :-
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: pdaat on September 23, 2010, 01:02:04 AM
Quote from: "Sidewinder"
Out of curiousity, how many of the newsletter readers own any of the Starduster mini comics?

I know I have 1 and 2, but can't remember if I have number 3 or not. :-
Not a one.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: Editor on September 23, 2010, 02:37:09 AM
Uninvited guests, is one of the best Canuckhead volumes yet. These just keep getting better. Great job.

Nice to see the cameos by Crocmaster and Raptor at the party. and is that Big Boa and ICE Queen there as well?
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 23, 2010, 06:56:26 AM
Quote from: "Editor"
Uninvited guests, is one of the best Canuckhead volumes yet. These just keep getting better. Great job.
Nice to see the cameos by Crocmaster and Raptor at the party. and is that Big Boa and ICE Queen there as well?

Nice Pick up on the cameos!  I totally missed them on my first glance.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: latinjoe22 on September 23, 2010, 07:20:51 AM
Quote from: "Editor"
Uninvited guests, is one of the best Canuckhead volumes yet. These just keep getting better. Great job.

Nice to see the cameos by Crocmaster and Raptor at the party. and is that Big Boa and ICE Queen there as well?

Hey nice catch Editor! I wasn't paying attention at all to detail in the background. Another hidden talent of Loop's!

Upon looking again I also recognized Major Bludd in the crowd.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 23, 2010, 08:27:36 AM
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
Quote from: "Editor"
Uninvited guests, is one of the best Canuckhead volumes yet. These just keep getting better. Great job.
Nice to see the cameos by Crocmaster and Raptor at the party. and is that Big Boa and ICE Queen there as well?
Hey nice catch Editor! I wasn't paying attention at all to detail in the background. Another hidden talent of Loop's!
Upon looking again I also recognized Major Bludd in the crowd.

I was wondering if the guy kissing Ice Queen's hand was him... Now you know and ....
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: latinjoe22 on September 23, 2010, 12:08:42 PM
Quote from: "bandonov"
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
Quote from: "Editor"
Uninvited guests, is one of the best Canuckhead volumes yet. These just keep getting better. Great job.
Nice to see the cameos by Crocmaster and Raptor at the party. and is that Big Boa and ICE Queen there as well?
Hey nice catch Editor! I wasn't paying attention at all to detail in the background. Another hidden talent of Loop's!
Upon looking again I also recognized Major Bludd in the crowd.

I was wondering if the guy kissing Ice Queen's hand was him... Now you know and ....

And you don't know yet if it's really Ice Queen but it would be a good guess.

@ The Mike and Loop: Is it really Ice Queen who gets kissed on her hand?
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: Agent_Loop on September 23, 2010, 12:22:25 PM
Hey, I'm so glad you guys enjoyed the comic! Editor, Latinjoe, and Bandanov each have a great set of eyes to collectively find all the cameos. So to confirm, those are the Crimson Twins and ICE Queen, Major Bludd, Croc Master, Raptor, and even a Fred made a small cameo appearance at the Cobra North banquet scene. I forgot to note that the comic takes place in Mont Tremblant. I'll make sure to add that for next year's comic book.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: latinjoe22 on September 23, 2010, 12:25:38 PM
Quote from: "Agent_Loop"
Hey, I'm so glad you guys enjoyed the comic! Editor, Latinjoe, and Bandanov each have a great set of eyes to collectively find all the cameos. So to confirm, those are the Crimson Twins and ICE Queen, Major Bludd, Croc Master, Raptor, and even a Fred made a small cameo appearance at the Cobra North banquet scene. I forgot to note that the comic takes place in Mont Tremblant. I'll make sure to add that for next year's comic book.

Mont-Tremblant, wow, that's an amazing detail you thought of for the story. It could also be Mont Saint Sauveur for all we know. I wouldn't be surprised if the chalet or mansion was also inspired by the local architecture.

+1 Timbit for you buddy!
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 23, 2010, 12:28:37 PM
Jason, thanks for such a great Comic!
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: Sundance on September 23, 2010, 01:41:08 PM
well, Croc Master with his mask wasn't hard to spot. but i didn't actually notice Major Bludd and Ice Queen or Raptor. i was too busy reading the text and chuckling at the troopers wearing helmets and masks with their suits...

as for Fred... blonde guy in the red suit?

and is the big guy Bog Boa?
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: Agent_Loop on September 23, 2010, 02:11:53 PM
Quote from: "Sundance"
well, Croc Master with his mask wasn't hard to spot. but i didn't actually notice Major Bludd and Ice Queen or Raptor. i was too busy reading the text and chuckling at the troopers wearing helmets and masks with their suits...

as for Fred... blonde guy in the red suit?

and is the big guy Bog Boa?

That's Fred!

The big guy is actually a character from my other comic series. And the blond guy with the gray suit is inspired by Ashley Schaeffer (google him).
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: morgardee on September 23, 2010, 02:42:06 PM
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
Quote from: "Agent_Loop"
Hey, I'm so glad you guys enjoyed the comic! Editor, Latinjoe, and Bandanov each have a great set of eyes to collectively find all the cameos. So to confirm, those are the Crimson Twins and ICE Queen, Major Bludd, Croc Master, Raptor, and even a Fred made a small cameo appearance at the Cobra North banquet scene. I forgot to note that the comic takes place in Mont Tremblant. I'll make sure to add that for next year's comic book.

Mont-Tremblant, wow, that's an amazing detail you thought of for the story. It could also be Mont Saint Sauveur for all we know. I wouldn't be surprised if the chalet or mansion was also inspired by the local architecture.

+1 Timbit for you buddy!

I think everybody should be giving Loop a timbit. His comics are awesome!
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 23, 2010, 03:54:40 PM
Timbit Given!
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: latinjoe22 on September 23, 2010, 06:07:55 PM
Quote from: "bandonov"
Timbit Given!

Good thing you gave one, Bandonov the Sword Collector, and good thing that Morg's call beat me to it. I was going to tell you "Hey man, what's the point of pointing out someone's awesomeness and not awarding him a Timbit: What gives?"  ;D Good show.
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: bandonov on September 23, 2010, 07:31:37 PM
Quote from: "latinjoe22"
Quote from: "bandonov"
Timbit Given!
Good thing you gave one, Bandonov the Sword Collector, and good thing that Morg's call beat me to it. I was going to tell you "Hey man, what's the point of pointing out someone's awesomeness and not awarding him a Timbit: What gives?"  ;D Good show.
I know I should have done it earlier but I was busy reading the comic again and forgot...  :-[
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: 5h4rK on September 23, 2010, 08:44:33 PM
Quote from: "Sidewinder"
Out of curiousity, how many of the newsletter readers own any of the Starduster mini comics?

I know I have 1 and 2, but can't remember if I have number 3 or not. :-

I have them all.... sealed!  ;D
But the bad news is that they are very tough to locate.. I would like to get a cereal box to go with the set!
Title: Re: September Issue now online!
Post by: Sidewinder on September 23, 2010, 09:26:45 PM
Quote from: "5h4rK"
Quote from: "Sidewinder"
Out of curiousity, how many of the newsletter readers own any of the Starduster mini comics?

I know I have 1 and 2, but can't remember if I have number 3 or not. :-

I have them all.... sealed!  ;D
But the bad news is that they are very tough to locate.. I would like to get a cereal box to go with the set!

Seriously, I remember cutting up tons of those cereal boxes to make the little computer/machine things, but don't remember ever saving an actual box.  :'(