Previous Post Since the Internet has had bingo cards for every other form of online drama, death_worm had the excellent idea to create one for all of the storytelling conventions that the Spider-Man comic books have turned into tiresome old cliches over the years: As Amazing Spider-Man kicks off its "Brand New Day" storyline, see how many bingo spaces you can fill up: In a single story arc! In a single issue! In a single page! Because let's face it, it's the only entertainment value you're going to get from these books anymore, until the retcons of "One More Day" have been overturned.

...is that all the rabid fans chomping at the bit over BND have to buy the issues they don't support to use said bingo card.

I don't like what's happened either, but with all the buzz these events in Spider-Man have generated the fans are doing exactly what Marvel wants; discussing the books and generating interest in the product. While the bingo card is amusing, it gives the fans another reason to pick up the book rather than speak with their wallet.

And despite all the hate Quesada is taking, I don't like how so many people take personal shots at him. As EIC he doesn't want Spider-Man to fail, he's doing what he thinks is right to ensure the longevity of the character. Do I agree with his approach? No. But how often do we say that all we can ask of people is that they do their best?

~Hat~