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Post by Peev34 on May 9, 2005 22:42:57 GMT -5
 From the DC Comics website...... Welcome to one of the most exciting times in DC's history. 2005 is going to go down in the record books as our year, and we're glad you're here to celebrate it with us.
First and foremost, we have extraordinary events going on in the core titles that make up the DC universe. Beginning this spring with COUNTDOWN TO INFINITE CRISIS, continuing in DC SPECIAL: THE RETURN OF DONNA TROY, and shaking up the whole line as the year goes on, this will be a year of changes and cataclysmic stories that fans will be debating for decades to come. The writers, artists and editors of DC are determined to do work that will define this generation of super-hero comics as CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS did the '80s, or the original, classic CRISIS ON EARTH-ONE/EARTH-TWO did for the '60s.
Then, because the universe isn't large enough to contain all our creativity, we have projects starring our all-star characters by all-star talent that tell quintessential tales of the heroes with a creative freedom to mix and match elements from how they've been developed over the issues. Leading off is ALL STAR BATMAN AND ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER, uniting legendary creators Frank Miller and Jim Lee on the character who's been one of the peak moments in both their careers, and then we follow with ALL STAR SUPERMAN by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely, and JUSTICE by Alex Ross, Doug Braithwaite and Jim Krueger.
And beyond the printed page altogether, this summer's BATMAN BEGINS will reclaim the title of fans' favorite comic book movie for DC with thrills from the new Batmobile racing through Gotham to the most faithful and insightful look at Batman's origins ever. Combined with the stunning efforts bringing sister imprint Vertigo's CONSTANTINE and V FOR VENDETTA to film, it'll be clear that we're back — and we're staying on the silver screen with a steady stream of surprising and great DC-based films.
Not to mention the small screen, where SMALLVILLE, JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED, TEEN TITANS and THE BATMAN are being joined by KRYPTO THE SUPERDOG, with even more DC projects are in development for the near future. We've been the unchallenged leading comics company on TV since George Reeves put on his Superman suit, and we're going to keep building on that fine heritage.
To put our pride where our pitch is, we've decided this is the moment to do something we've debated for the last few years and introduce a new DC logo. The symbol that graces DC SPECIAL will be spinning onto the whole line in June, and as fast as we can, onto all our films, TV shows, video games, licensed products and the DC DIRECT line as well. Look for the launch of the film version on BATMAN BEGINS, and keep your eyes peeled to play art detective as you watch.
It seems like it was only a moment ago (could it really be over 25 years?) when legendary designer Milton Glaser's DC logo went up in the corner of our comics, just as my first LEGION story was being published. It went on the famed DOLLAR COMICS, DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, WATCHMEN and on to IDENTITY CRISIS, with literally thousands of issues between. It marked years in which we expanded the creative reach of comics, changed how talented people could be rewarded and recognized for their efforts in comics, and had some great times that we shared with our readers. I'm confident that when we look back on the era of this new DC symbol, lovingly created by designer Josh Beatman of Brainchild Studio under the care of our design wizards Richard Bruning and Georg Brewer, it'll have just as awesome a run.
Stick with us. The best really is yet to come.
Paul Levitz
President & Publisher
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Post by batman1973 on May 9, 2005 22:56:34 GMT -5
  Very cool logo. DC Comics are the best! i hope that they keep up the kick butt job that they are doing!
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Post by reideen1313 on May 9, 2005 22:58:41 GMT -5
Thanks for posting that Peev!
Personally, I think it's ok. I grew up with the old bullet logo, so it's going to take some getting used to, but it'll grow on me. I'm anxious to see how it's used on Begins!
BTW, the first issue this will appear on is the Return of Donna Troy special, due 5/25.
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Post by Peev34 on May 9, 2005 23:04:16 GMT -5
Thanks for posting that Peev! Personally, I think it's ok. I grew up with the old bullet logo, so it's going to take some getting used to, but it'll grow on me. I'm anxious to see how it's used on Begins! BTW, the first issue this will appear on is the Return of Donna Troy special, due 5/25. I agree with you reideen. The bullet has been on this earth about the same time I have. It is all I have ever associated with DC Comics, so it will take some time to get used to it. However, I must say that I really like it! Very sharp, and like you said, I can just see this flashiing across the big screen just after the WB logo when Begins premiers! |
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Post by /\/\att on May 9, 2005 23:06:48 GMT -5
absolutely amazing and unexpected news. I honestly didn't feel like it needed changing...but this new logo is very sleek....I think once I see it in action on my fav books I'll warm up to it pretty quickly.
thx for posting this news peev!
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Post by reideen1313 on May 9, 2005 23:37:58 GMT -5
absolutely amazing and unexpected news. I'd heard about this some time ago, I just thought it was b.s. and didn't bother with it. DC has toyed with different logos over the years, but they've always ended up sticking with the bullet logo. I figured this would be another of those situations. |
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Post by Faithfulbutler on May 10, 2005 0:39:48 GMT -5
I kind of thought there was more afoot with DC with the upgrading of their websites etc.It looks fine to me.
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Post by Batlaw on May 10, 2005 0:45:23 GMT -5
Firstly, I like it! Secondly, like it or not, I hope its not an absolute and permanant change. I.E.. I hope they still manage to incorporate the old bullet  if for no other reason than nostalgia. |
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Post by BullocK on May 10, 2005 0:57:09 GMT -5
[shadow=red,left,300]I like the new logo, although it will take a little getting used to. It's going to be weird not seeing the bullet logo on the cover.  [/shadow] |
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Post by /\/\att on May 10, 2005 1:16:54 GMT -5
 the more I look at it, the more I like it! bring on the bold new era! long live dc comics. |
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Post by gotham95 on May 10, 2005 23:13:38 GMT -5
[shadow=blue,left,300]As with any change it will take getting used too. But I seem to like it already.[/shadow]
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Post by Freddy PhatsaXXX on May 11, 2005 6:57:02 GMT -5
I am a purist....I like the old one, but the new one is ok too...
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Post by Violator on May 11, 2005 13:12:42 GMT -5
I like it, but Im gonna miss the one Ive grown up with.
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Post by /\/\att on May 12, 2005 1:06:51 GMT -5
well, here's the new logo in its first use, on the Return of Donna Troy #1...and I gotta say..I like it in action!  thx to newsarama for the pic |
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Post by /\/\att on May 12, 2005 1:33:44 GMT -5
Now, Newsarama has a very (almost too) in-depth interview with DC about this new logo. It got me thinking that, while its nice to freshen things up, they may be alienating people that are already familiar with DC due to the bullet logo. By straying SO far from that 70s design, they've effectively lost all that brand recognition. Seems like a silly move. here's that interview: www.newsarama.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=33582and here is some re-designs that a fan named Paul Sizer came up with..I like these better...closer to the core design, but refereshing and fun.  |
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Post by Faithfulbutler on May 12, 2005 1:38:23 GMT -5
The Sizer ones do look good and the new one looks great on it's first cover.I don't think it will cause much of a bother for fans really,everything changes eventually!
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Post by Batlaw on May 12, 2005 17:22:22 GMT -5
I agree %110! I'm not knocking the design or concept of change, but personally like that first fan made version the best of all. Simple and similar but fresh and sharp! Something so nostalgic, loved and recognized should somehow remain a part of the company in some fashion IMO. Even if just on the interior of the books or something would be welcomed. If not, its not like I'm gonna stop reading, but it would be nice |
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Post by Dr. Crane on May 12, 2005 18:39:50 GMT -5
Just the other day I was thinking about how long DC had that logo. I don't really care what the logo is as long as the comics keep going good.
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Post by /\/\att on May 15, 2005 3:42:42 GMT -5
Its not that most of us really care that the logo is changing..its that we're concerned that in the current comics climate..with them trying so desperately to rope in kids and new readers, that destroying 30 years of brand recognition may not be the best move.
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Post by Peev34 on May 18, 2005 23:43:02 GMT -5
I really love how they are using the new logo at the top of Batman Begins, as we saw in the Smallville preview tonight. It is gonna kick butt on the big screen!  |
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Post by Batdan on May 19, 2005 23:19:14 GMT -5
You're right, Matt. The Sizer logos are actually better.
Anyway, I'm not too crazy about the new logo, but it's really not a big deal.
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if for no other reason than nostalgia. 
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