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This collection I read already when I was a kid. Before I bought it I hadn't read a comic book in years. But, remembering all the fond memories I had sitting outside of a book store waiting for it to open so I could buy the next issue way way back when made me decide to purchase this collection and I certainly enjoyed it. The story itself is somewhat top notch as far as comics go, adding in tons of action but with an over-all story arc that only a more mature me could enjoy. The character of Access and his predecessor are surprisingly well developed for a gimicky tie-in element designed to make sense of this whole thing. The artwork is surprisingly Marvel-esque too for a collection with DC first in the title, which is a good point for both old and new fans of that style and a downer for anyone more into the DC form. Plus, Batman takes on Captain America and Superboy fights Spiderman, and who can argue with the entertainment value in that? The only complaint I have is that, after reading this, I want to buy the other Amalgam books so I can see fully what would happen if Marvel and DC decided to merge into one company and create new comics based on both sides of the super hero spectrum. While buying the DC side of it is easy enough, especially on this website where I purchased both for around 20 bucks, including shipping, buying the Marvel side is an absolute pain in the arse, with experience going through e-bay, amazon, borders, Barnes and Noble, and a couple of comic shops around town. I don't remember which store but the only thing I could find so far, The Return to the Amalgam Age of Comics: The Marvel Collection, went for nearly 60 dollars just to give you an idea of the head-ache you may find yourself in if you're curious to see what this universe was like at the time. It makes me wish I could submit my e-mail for those who could give me a tip for how to buy these comics, the storyline is just that good. Thankyou for reading.
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As a lifelong comic book fan, I was very excited to see the universes of Marvel and DC collide. The story itself although isn't very deep, it was very entertaining and I felt as though a childhood dream had come true. The idea of pitting various heroes against each other was quite intriguing, the Superman/Hulk contest was good and expected, however I would have liked to see Superman hurl the Hulk into earth orbit. As a HUGE Batman fan, I expected more from the contest between him and Captain America. My big questions were where was Iron Man??? Storm beating Wonder Woman?? Come on. Besides those little concerns, I found this a nice collection a nice change and an interesting take and I hope to see this more often.
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This is it! The one that was spawned by countless grade school arguments that raged during recesses across the country. Superman vs. Hulk, Batman vs. Captain America and many other super brawls are finally presented in a great action-packed collection. Want deep meaningful characterization? Keep moving. This is non-stop superhero on superhero action at it's best!
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I was very pleased with the product I purchased. I received it the next day and everything was intact. It was just what I asked for.
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The whole Marvel vs DC concept is one that I talk with my friends about all the time. This book, however, makes me sick. First of all Superman wouldn't drop Juggernault with one punch - That's just stupid. Second, there is no way that Storm could stand a chance against Wonder Woman. Third, if Hulk and Superman fought, it would last for days, not minutes. The only battle that was even worth a damn was the fight between Captain Marvel and Thor. I think that Thor should fight Superman and beat the hell out of him. I know that a lot of you don't think that would happen, but don't forget that Thor is immortal and all of his powers are magic-based. One blow by Mjolnir to Superman's head would knock him out cold, if not kill him. One other battle that was okay was the Batman Captain America, but I believe that Captain America would ulimately win. He always finds a way and never gives up. Although I am a big Batman fan and believe he could beat Cap, I still think Cap would prevail. I know that the results were cast by the fans via voting, but that just makes it a popularity contest. Oh, and at the end when they all "merge", that was even more retarded then The Age of Apocalypse.
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