Blood Hunt and Absolute Power

In this episode of the Multiverse Comics Podcast, the hosts dive deep into the big summer events from Marvel and DC, focusing on 'Blood Hunt' and 'Absolute Power.' They discuss various aspects of these events. They talk about tie-ins like Doctor Strange, Moon Knight, and Blade, and share thoughts on the success and pitfalls of comic event books. Additionally, there's a thorough discussion on the roles of Amanda Waller in DC events and the evolving nature of mature content in comics. The episode ends with a reflection on the impact and enjoyment of these major comic book events. 00:00 Introduction to the Multi-Verse Comics Podcast 00:13 Blood Hunt vs. Absolute Power: Initial Thoughts 00:48 Blood Hunt's Unexpected Success 02:38 The Importance of Tie-Ins 02:53 Doctor Strange and the Tie-In Dilemma 03:33 Marvel and DC Event Predictions 16:30 The Role of Amanda Waller in DC Events 23:51 Exploring Amanda Waller's Character 24:24 Nick Fury vs. Amanda Waller 26:44 Bloodhound and Blade's Agenda 28:16 Dr. Doom's Ambitions 30:03 Blood Hunt Trading Cards 33:59 Marvel's Horror Legacy 39:26 Mature Comics and Retail Challenges 43:18 Final Thoughts and Farewell