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Anonymous writes...
Hi Greg. I'm loving Young Justice so far, and was rather surprised with some of the things you've been able to show, especially in the Bane episode. I don't know if the standards have changed recently, but I’m used to seeing grittier subjects being only alluded to. I really like it! I think it makes their circumstances seem more real and dire. Since I’ve already given my favorable impressions in earlier questions, I wanted to mention two things which I have found to be minor annoyances, mostly because they happen so frequently:
The first is Megan’s use of youthful vernacular. It’s awkward. Since you write these kinds of lines naturally for other characters, I imagine it’s intentional to make her seem more alien. I just don’t know if it’s having the intended impact. The strongest example I can think of is after receiving an explanation of something in their plane, Megan responds to herself, “Like, duh, Megan!†Apart from the slightly awkward usage, and her not saying “like,†much, it gives me a negative impression of her when she does that. I tend to associate that kind of speech with bubble-gum, ditz caricatures. This may be contributing to the negative reaction I’ve seen mentioned a lot here towards female portrayal in the first few episodes. Artemis and Black Canary certainly don’t paint any negative pictures about women.
The second thing I've found slightly annoying is Robin picking apart words in every single episode, even if it’s just leaving off a prefix rather than a whole conversation about it. I don't think it would bother me if it happened often rather than always. I look forward to YJ episodes, and never know what kind of story to expect, but I also go in thinking, “Okay, what’s Robin going to say this time?†Since nothing else is so consistent (at least at present), it stands out a lot. It’s not a huge deal, but the frequency it’s used elevates it to catch-phrase notoriety, and it doesn’t seem like the sort of thing I should immediately call to mind when I think of Young Justice (Like Flintstones & “yabadabadooâ€). I don’t know how you feel about catch-phrases, though.
I hope this fan feedback is worth something to you, even if you disagree. I’m sure I’m not the only viewer who feels this way. Keep up the good work!
Greg responds...
She never says "Like, duh, Megan!" Never. She says, "Hello, Megan!" Now, you may be shrugging and saying "What's the difference, really?" But there's a big difference. Particularly, since one of your complaints is the "like" which in fact she never says. I think the reason she's saying this is already fairly obvious, but if not, it will be.
And I'll stand by our portrayal of women in this shows (and all my shows) as diverse and not monolithic. You don't have to like everyone of the female characters I write and produce, but I won't be bound or forced to portray them all in the same way in order to avoid any whiff of criticism.
As for Robin, the fact that you're asking yourself "Okay, what's Robin going to say this time?" positively THRILLS me. Catchphrases (assuming these qualify) don't bother me. I like 'em. And they're hardly limited to The Flintstones. Even Gregory House has a catchphrase.
Ultimately, my answer is "WE LIKE OUR SHOW."
By the way, I do appreciate that you were able to write up your criticisms without being rude or obnoxious. I may not agree, but I respect the way you presented your arguments.
Having said that, I am STILL going to ask: DIDN'T YOU SEE THAT BOTH OF THESE THINGS HAD ALREADY BEEN RAISED BY POSTERS BEFORE YOU? Did you add anything to the discussion or just inadvertently hammer me with the same complaints because you didn't follow the guidelines and didn't look to see that others had beat you to it?
Laura 'ad astra' Sack writes...
Enjoyed the latest episode- Denial. One question- (multiple parts):
What that Madam Xanadu, ~the~ Madam Xanadu of the DCU or just a shout out?
I read the recently ended series, and assuming that the series was not a departure from her previous characterizations, that Madam Xanadu was an immensely powerful magical being from an elder species to humans. (Can't remember what they were called, but they thought Atlantians were newbies, and when humans finally started upright they were primitive animals.) That and also Morgan LeFay's sister.
The lack of the signature "Enter freely and be unafraid" sign would point to a shout out, but the comment about her being ideally suited points the other way. If it is her- is she a young human with magical aptitude or an ancient magical being who somehow seems to have forgotten?
Greg responds...
It was Madame Xanadu... but there's obviously more to her story than we've revealed so far.
StuftZombie writes...
Who's responsible for Wally temporarily becoming Dr. Fate? I would like to give them a hug.
Greg responds...
Me, mostly, though of course Brandon Vietti, Kevin Hopps and Tom Pugsley also deserve mention, as does character designer Phil Bourassa.
But I don't hug zombies.
adrian writes...
Is there free will in the Gargoyles universe?
Greg responds...
If there is in our universe, than there is in theirs.
Grant writes...
Making Klarion, a lord of chaos, did this idea stem from the number of previous chaos lords who were children? Such as:
1) Child from "Hawk and Dove" by the Kessels and Guler
2) the little girl chaos lord in "Sandman" by Neil Gaiman.
Greg responds...
Maybe. I've read both of the above, so the ideas must have been in my head. Mostly, it just felt right.
Ceylan writes...
just saw Denial and loved it! seriously the show is amazing! anyway the spitfire Nelson was talking about is Artemis right?
btw missed Robin this episode
Greg responds...
As obvious as I think it is, I'll leave the answer to your question up to the interpretation of each viewer.
Axe writes...
If a character (like the Joker, for example) appears in the YJ comic book before he/she appears in the show, who designs him/her? The comic book artist or the show's character designers?
Greg responds...
It depends on (a) whether the character is already designed for the show (even if you guys haven't seen him or her yet), (b) the character's significance, (c) how much free-time our character designer Phil Bourassa has and (d) how tight the deadline is.
Joker was designed by Phil, for example. Psycho-Pirate (who is the main villain of the Free Comic Book Day issue) was designed in the basic style of the series by Mike Norton with input from myself, Brandon Vietti and Phil.
Anonymouse writes...
1. will we be seeing a lot of focus on Wally's development in this series of Young Justice, or will his 'time' be coming later? right now he's been coming off to me as the most immature of the cast and pretty self absorbed (like his bad treatment of M'gann, objectifying the girls etc.). I always liked that in the comics Wally got a lot of development on these things (and it's nice you didn't just do a rehash of JLU Wally), but of course it mostly started *after* he was Kid Flash, so I have no idea how that fits into your plans.
2. how much say do you guys have in the tie-in comics?
Greg responds...
1. We plan to develop ALL our lead characters (and many of our supporting characters too).
2. A lot. We're keeping in close contact with DC on issues 1-6 and the Free Comic Book Day issue, all of which are being written by Art & Franco. Issue #0 and issues #7 and forward are all being written by myself and YJ staff writer Kevin Hopps. (The preceding was of course available info from the archives, but I figured I'd answer again as it gave me another chance to promote the book.)
Cal writes...
Hi Greg,
I've just watch the YJ episode "Denial" and I did enjoyed it. Thanks for letting Jeff Bennett reprise his role as Abra Kadabra from B:TB&TB onto YJ. Oh and Kent Nelson seriously does sound like Adam West even though he isn't voiced by him.
Greg responds...
Wow. Uh, I don't think Kent Nelson (i.e. Ed Asner) sounds ANYTHING at all like Adam West. But if that's what you hear...
Ceylan writes...
since it has been said many times that Artemis is not an original character will there be any original characters on the show hero or villian who will have a big role in atleast one episode?
Greg responds...
Yes... depending on what qualifies as original. But not many.
Ceylan writes...
Hello Greg,
1)Why is Artemis' secret identity classified? Would it be too revealing if the viewer know her real name?
2)Is her real identity very obscure and not as known as the rest or did you and rest of the people working on the show have covered it up so perfectly that noone has figured out who she is yet?
Greg responds...
1. Her real name is Artemis Crock.
2. It was beyond obvious from day one, but often fans look for more complicated explanations.
A Gargoyles Fan writes...
First and foremost, I probably should've looked more carefully when asking the previous question, and I'm sorry for that.
I've checked around the archives, and taken a better look, and haven't found an answer for this.
Sevarius stated once that if a Gargoyle didn't go through stone sleep, they would have to eat several cows in order to get the energy they need. Demona doesn't go through stone sleep anymore, so how does she get the energy she needs for when she becomes a gargoyle once more?
Greg responds...
I'm not sure you're quoting Sevarius correctly, but in any case... magic compensates for Demona's lack of stone sleep.
warrior93 writes...
1. Will Lex Luthor appear in young justice if so what will he be like for example would he be president?
2.Will Chris Kent from countdown arena appear in Young Justice cause this earth 16.
Greg responds...
1. "SPOILER REQUEST. NO COMMENT."
2. "SPOILER REQUEST. NO COMMENT." But, honestly no.
charlie writes...
just read YJ #1. can't say i'm a fan of the character design for the "guest star" on the last page. who do we have to blame for that??
Greg responds...
Really, that's how you ask that question? You know just because it's the internet doesn't MANDATE that you HAVE to be rude. It's not like that's a rule or something. I mean think about who you are writing to. One of the creative leads on the show. How did you PICTURE me responding to that characterization. I get that you don't like it. I can even respect your desire to express that, but learn some manners, dude. GROW UP!!
You know I've been doing ASK GREG for over a decade now, and I've had obnoxious posters before on everything from Gargoyles to Spectacular Spider-Man, but I have to say the general rudeness level on Young Justice is just beyond the pale, these days. I don't want to over-generalize. Plenty of folk with manners, too, but the level of some of you is just making me want to stop. The question asking function is closed for now - not for this reason, but to allow me to catch up on the backlog while we're in reruns - but if this general level of rudeness continues when we reopen for questions, I may have to seriously consider changing the rules to this site.
Cuz I'm getting pretty tired of getting annoyed and cranky EVERY TIME I try to answer questions here. And, at this point, if some of you are TRYING to annoy me, cut it out, because (A) it's like shooting fish in a barrel and (B) you're going to ruin things for everyone else.
In any case, what you saw was Mike Norton's interpretation of a Phil Bourassa design. Both of which, I like, by the way. But if you want someone to blame, blame myself and Brandon Vietti, as no design goes through without our approval.
Jack-Pumpkinhead writes...
Dear Greg,
Love the newest episode of YJ! Very interesting combination of villains in there; Sensei, Cheshire, Black Spider (right?), and League Asassin Hook (again, right?). I also liked Speedy showing up as Red Arrow, very cool. And Artemis, ooh I like her already. She's a fun character so far and I can't wait to learn her backstory. Please keep up the awesome work.
Greg responds...
Thank you. We'll try.
And, yes, that was Sensei, Cheshire, Black Spider and Hook.
Anonymous writes...
Hello,congratulations for Young Justice. I have two questions related with the "Infiltrator" episode:
1) Do the Young Justice members still go to missions with their mentors when they are not acting as a team? If not, what implications have exactly the fact that Artemis is the new Green Arrow's protegee? I ask it because Green Arrow remarks than he took Artemis because Roy wanted to act solo.
2) Why has Speedy/Green Arrow a member name and acces to the Zeta-tube? The numbers had to be given after the Cadmus incident (provided that Superboy is b04) and at this moment Speedy had made the decision of leaving the "group".
Greg responds...
1. "SPOILER REQUEST. NO COMMENT."
2. There was hope that Speedy would join, so he was authorized. Even fter he turned down membership, some still held out hope.
Jordan W. writes...
1. What was the J.S.A like in Young Justice and why did they disappeared.
2. What happened in Earth 16 during the gap between the 1940's and the 2000's and why there super heroes and villians during that time.
3. Will Alan Scott appear in the show and how will he be different from New Earth Alan Scott.
Greg responds...
1. They were like... good guys. And they didn't "disappear".
2. Lots happened. I'm thinking there's a typo in this question somewhere, cuz I'm not clear on what you're asking.
3. "SPOILER REQUEST. NO COMMENT."
DC Hero writes...
Hey Greg love it if you can answer my questions.
1.Does Kid Flash(Wally West) have the power to use Speed Force like the Flash, his uncle?
2.Whats the heaviest object that Superboy can lift? Just asking because he can easily pick up a car, no problem, but a bus seems a little too much so if you can tell me whats his limit?
Greg responds...
1. There is no Speed Force on Earth-16. But Flash is considerably faster than Kid Flash, which is something we'll explore eventually.
2. Superboy's strength limit's somewhere between a car and a bus.
ElfGrove writes...
I was wondering if you could tell us what the heights of the primary 7 kids (Red Arrow, Superboy, Aqualad, Miss Martian, Kid Flash, Artemis, Robin) in Young Justice were, or at least list them in order of who's tallest to shortest. Robin seems to be consistently the shortest, but I'm unsure where the rest fall in comparison based on conflicting screen shots. (Silly fan artist likes to know who's taller.)
Thank you!
Greg responds...
Red Arrow is the tallest, followed (in order) by Aqualad, Superboy, Miss Martian, Kid Flash, Artemis and Robin.
Celestialien86 writes...
I don't remember if I asked this question, but is Thailog psychotic or something? I mean I do know that he's the opposite of Goliath, but to me, he sounded like he has gone crazy.
Greg responds...
When?
Richard Jackson writes...
Matt's apartment in "The Silver Falcon" and in "Kingdom": Are they the same place?
I'm only asking since a bomb went off and damaged the apartment on Oct. 27, 1995. ("The Silver Falcon")
Then, a little over two months later, Broadway visited Matt and the apartment seemed to look fine on Jan. 4, 1996. ("Kingdom")
Greg responds...
It's the same building, different apartment.
Maki P writes...
How do you feel about the idea of making a Green Lantern cartoon? (Personally I think it should exists, something like Cops IN SPACE!)
Greg responds...
I think it's a great idea. Bruce Timm and others at Warners are working on a new Green Lantern series even now.
Vaevictis Asmadi writes...
Hello Greg,
I have a question for you about the half-mortal, half-Third Race hybrids. I know that the Children of Oberon cannot use their magic directly on iron. But can half-mortal hybrids use Third Race magic to directly affect iron?
Thank you!
Greg responds...
No. Unless they're using mortal magic.
Edward writes...
Is the Green Arrow short in continuity with Young Justice since you were/are involved with both?
Greg responds...
I was also involved with W.I.T.C.H., Starship Troopers, Gargoyles and the Spectacular Spider-Man, and none of those are in continuity with Young Justice.
Laura 'a astra' Sack writes...
Another typo- I meant in #5 to say that Kid Flash knew Speedy. sorry
Greg responds...
TOO LATE!!! ;) (Cuz I already made fun of you!)
You can see why Wally's so frustrated.
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