Jammo 986 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 The main series MLP comic has been excellent thus far, and has sold very well for a kids series. Anyone else think this new episode could pave the way for the Power Ponies to be their own Comic Book universe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunny Fox 5,961 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 Unless they get more powerful villains, it probably wouldn't be very entertaining. Six superpowered ponies against one supervillain and her hairdresser henchponies? Just look at how the bad guys got curbstomped! Also, I think DC and Marvel might sue IDW, since the powers of the ponies are really similar to established superhero characters. Happy minion of The Fabulous One! Signature by Midnightive Check out my blog! https://mlpforums.com/blog/1083-sunny-side-den/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jammo 986 December 24, 2013 Author Share December 24, 2013 Unless they get more powerful villains, it probably wouldn't be very entertaining. Six superpowered ponies against one supervillain and her hairdresser henchponies? Just look at how the bad guys got curbstomped! Also, I think DC and Marvel might sue IDW, since the powers of the ponies are really similar to established superhero characters. I dunno. The latest episode felt like they could have done a lot with this setting and no doubt fanfic writers are expanding it as we speed. And I don't think they'll be sued as DC and Marvel have blatantly used each others hero concepts for decades. The Flash / Quicksilver Green Arrow / Hawkeye The Atom / Antman Plus it could fall under the parody category and be protecting. But you're right about villains. It might work as an annual, not a monthly. Like every year we get one short story of the Power Ponies so it doesn't wear itself out too quickly. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoxyCryptid 4,330 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 When they run out of characters for the re-vamped micro-series(which will happen quick, that changed to a two shorter comics per book format), it might be a good idea if they still want to continue releasing two different comics by that point. "You know, I don't know who or what you are Methos, and I know you don't want to hear this, but you did teach me something. You taught me that Life's about change, about learning to accept who you are, good or bad. And I thank you for that." -Duncan McLeod. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkflame 3,315 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 I think it would be a great idea, but it's better suited for a one shot rather than an ongoing series. And if Marvel/DC could sue them, then they could just as easily do it now. So what's the difference? Sig by Thunderstorm Check out my Rarity fansite! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunlight 357 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 I voted Yes, because I really want them to. :3 Just as long as the ponies faces equally matched villains, instead of totally overpowering them by far. When I see your face, it's like sunlight dripping... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunny Fox 5,961 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 I think it would be a great idea, but it's better suited for a one shot rather than an ongoing series. And if Marvel/DC could sue them, then they could just as easily do it now. So what's the difference? One episode could be considered an homage. An entire comic book series, whose main selling point is a group of Captain Ersatz heroes? Not so much. Happy minion of The Fabulous One! Signature by Midnightive Check out my blog! https://mlpforums.com/blog/1083-sunny-side-den/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkflame 3,315 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 One episode could be considered an homage. An entire comic book series, whose main selling point is a group of Captain Ersatz heroes? Not so much. It worked for Squadron Supreme, which was Marvel's Captain Ersatz Justice League, though. Or the (unrelated) Supreme by Image Comics, whose run by Alan Moore was basically a Superman love letter. Sig by Thunderstorm Check out my Rarity fansite! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunny Fox 5,961 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 It worked for Squadron Supreme, which was Marvel's Captain Ersatz Justice League, though. Or the (unrelated) Supreme by Image Comics, whose run by Alan Moore was basically a Superman love letter. Perhaps. I'm neither a lawyer, nor a comic book fundi. Happy minion of The Fabulous One! Signature by Midnightive Check out my blog! https://mlpforums.com/blog/1083-sunny-side-den/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zygen 6,066 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 I really like the episode and all, but i don't think they would or could. The problem is all of the power ponies have powers based off other comic book heroes, and if they went further with it those comics might sue whoever creates the comics. Sure it'd be a cool idea, but they'd probably get sued realistically. Unless they totally changed the power ponies, but then it would take away from part of the charm. So i doubt it'll become a comic unfortunately. Thanks to Gone Airbourne for the awesome sig! My Oc's, Ponysona, Bella Vocal Covers Blog, MLP Covers Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metemponychosis 1,262 December 24, 2013 Share December 24, 2013 Maaaaybe... But I don't really know.I know that I wouldn't care for it. I liked the episode and all that, but I don't watch the cartoon for the action scenes... https://www.fimfiction.net/user/32864/Metemponychosis For dumb, self-important fics about mythology, ponies and fascist griffons that can't figure friendship out. And I'm just getting started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlutterDash4072 190 December 26, 2013 Share December 26, 2013 A whole new series wouldn't be a good idea, but I'd love a full, four part arc dedicated to it in the main series. Signature made by Wheatley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inactive01 5,299 December 26, 2013 Share December 26, 2013 It would be really interesting if it did. But the magical comic book disappeared at the end of the episode, so it would most certainly not be canonical. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forlong 1,726 December 27, 2013 Share December 27, 2013 You can bet Hasbro is putting that under consideration. They aren't like Disney, who will sit on a good idea for no reason. They canned current plans for Equestria Girls due to the mixed reaction of fans. Considering Power Ponies was enjoyed by most, and it didn't even take a week before the first fanfic came out, they've pretty much got a thumbs up for that one. My guess is that they'll test it out with the next Annual. That way, it can test the waters, like the EG comic did. Check out my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5qXAcUzrizEHvorGalU5jg?feature=watch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carver 13 December 28, 2013 Share December 28, 2013 One episode could be considered an homage. An entire comic book series, whose main selling point is a group of Captain Ersatz heroes? Not so much. You should read Astro City. The whole series is full of Captain Ersatz! It'll be fine. Samaritan - Superman Winged Victory - Wonder Woman The Confessor - Batman Jack-in-the-Box - Spider-man The First Family - Fantastic Four Anyway. I really would like to see a full comic series about the Power Ponies. It sounds really fun and better than anything DC and Marvel have done lately! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Flurry 173 December 28, 2013 Share December 28, 2013 yep! they do need new ideas for comic books and this is perfect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riddle 102 December 28, 2013 Share December 28, 2013 Seeing something AU with the mane six would be nice and them having super powers just adds more into the the world of MLP a bit. It would just be also a fun read all around for any fan of the show at all! (Sig made by Me) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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