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RAIN OF THE GHOSTS, BOOK TWO COUNTDOWN, Chapter Thirty-Four:

RAIN OF THE GHOSTS, BOOK TWO COUNTDOWN, Chapter Thirty-Four:

And here's another of my shameless attempts to maintain buzz about my new novel, RAIN OF THE GHOSTS, due out in stores and on-line on December 3rd, 2013 (but available for pre-order NOW on Amazon, etc.):

http://www.amazon.com/Rain-Ghosts-Greg-Weisman/dp/1250029791

Since there's not too much to report about the first book right now, I'm counting down my progress writing the SECOND book in the Rain series, which should come out sometime in 2014.

Today, I finished writing Chapter Thirty-Four. Starting with this chapter, pretty much EVERY chapter is a bit daunting. I'm not quite sure if I'm in the home stretch, but at this point, every chapter is telling crucial story, bringing threads together... and it's anyone's guess whether I'll wind up weaving something special with these threads - or strangling on 'em.

Tonight, I'll start on Chapter Thirty-Five.


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Anonymous writes...

Can Superman fly faster than Flash or KId Flash could run.

Greg responds...

Kid Flash, maybe. Flash, no.

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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Anonymous writes...

When did Jade and Roy get married , and how long ago did they break-up

Greg responds...

SPOILER REQUEST. NO COMMENT.

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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JJ writes...

Hey Greg. Adore your shows to an insane degrees! Got questions regarding my man Superboy
1. Since he doesn't age physically but internally, mentally is superboy still 16 as originally programmed or does he consider himself 22?
2. Since wondergirl was introduced late, and it would be kind of creepy for him to date her like in the comic books, what's their relationship like?3. Did superman finding out about connors other father, Lex, present a setback to their growing relationship? Or make it even more awkward?
4. Do the gloves have enhancing qualities( tech, comunication output, forged from something harder than kryptonian skin) or just look cool?
Much thanks. Pretty sure a good chunk of these fall under spoilers but thanks for just presenting the opportunity to ask. If Invasion is our last hurrah than can't wait for the next universe you take us to. Thankyou

Greg responds...

1. I don't think he's very clear in his own head how old he is or is supposed to be. He thinks of himself as six, most of the time, because, well, he is. But he also thinks of himself as an adult. And he thinks of himself, still, as not fully... "realized".

2. What you see is what you get - at least until we have the chance to make more.

3. I think it was a momentary speedbump, but I also think that once Clark made the decision to be Conner's brother, it was fairly smooth sailing.

4. Probably just the latter.

Next universe seems to be STAR WARS REBELS. But Invasion's not YJ's last hurrah. Check out Young Justice Legacy this November.

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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Al writes...

I'd just like to say that my favorite "running-gag" (as it wer) of Young Justice is the fake-killing of Artemis every few episodes. I look forward to it, actually.
Most of the time if I didn't know logically in my mind that it wouldn't be allowed by the censors, I'd hope it was for real this time.
The reason I love seeing her die so much is because I REALLY hate this charactor, but I can't put my finger on why.
It has nothing to do with the way you write her. In fact, I think her lines are usually the best in the episodes she's in. Her back story is one of the most interesting. She can hold her own in a fight with no powers, which is what I usually love in a hero.
I used to think the only reason I hate her is because her being with Wally seems to threghten the existance of Wally's twins and her and Icicle, Jr.'s baby.
But I don't think that's why, exactly.

Do you ever just love to hate something for no reason?

Greg responds...

No.

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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Chad Smith writes...

After months of protesting, writing letters, sending e-mails, and even attempted phone calls, I don't think there is anything else I can do to save Young Justice. I just have one question; was this the plan from the beginning, or did something happen that is forcing this show to be cancelled?

I highly doubt that this question will actually be addressed, as the one and only constant that I've experienced after pledging 20+ years of my life being a devoted fan, is that my loyalty is never rewarded. The day the plug is actually pulled, and no more production is made to this show, is the day I officially hang up the boots, and just stop supporting this company.

Greg responds...

We didn't plan to cancel the series, of course. But we were prepared at the end of each season for it to be the last.

And, I'm not sure which company you're referring to, but I wouldn't hang those boots up just yet. BEWARE THE BATMAN is very cool. You should check it out. (And that's just one example.)

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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Anonymous writes...

"Summit" was one of my favorite episodes of the series, but one thing I could not understand was how Beast Boy was able to make jokes about the plan and how little anger against Nightwing, Kaldur, and Artemis there was. How was the Team capable of so easily overlooking:

1. That Nightwing, Artemis, and Kaldur let them believe that a friend of theirs was dead.
2. That Kaldur destroyed what for some was their only home.
3. That Kaldur and Artemis kidnapped and allowed the Reach to torture three members(all of them children)?

Greg responds...

1. You saw a sample of their attitude when Lagoon Boy was told.

2. Big picture, please.

3. Ditto.

Look, I'm not saying there aren't issues. But everything is relative when fighting a WAR. With more episodes and/or comics, we would have had more space to deal with the fallout. But ultimately, the Team was more glad that Artemis was alive than they were angry about being fooled. Perspective.

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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Terrell writes...

I'm a really big fan of the show. Great work.
I was wondering if Casey from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles could take on Sportsmaster in a fight.

Greg responds...

Depends which version of each.

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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The anonymous person writes...

1. Why did you choose to make black canary such a large part of the show? She tends to be overlooked, so I am just wondering what made her stand out to you.
2. My other question is about the YJ Riddler. Why were his teeth so gapped? I found it very refreshing to see old Ed as someone other than a sad old man. Cutos!
3. Finally, the matter of Jason Todd. A bit of an elephant constantly in the room. I umderstand that his story is a dark, sad, tedious one, but I also feel that it is really essntial to understanding the Batfam. Why did you decide not even to acknowledge him? The world will never know about Jason Todd's sacrifice. heh. geddit?
The show is flawless, though. Just sayin.
Nightwing out.

Greg responds...

1. She's been a favorite of mine for a LONG time.

2. You'd have to ask Phil Bourassa.

3. We did acknowledge him. If we hadn't, you wouldn't have seen his hologram.

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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Anonymous writes...

Wow! I loved the fight with M'gann as Deathstroke.
I was wondering what kind of training did she have to do to be able to fight like him?
I realize that she probably doesn't fight EXACTLY like him, but she sure made it look like it!
We'll be waiting for season 3 ;)

Greg responds...

She's trained with Canary.

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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Kenny Rockerfield writes...

Just got done watching Summit and it was a great episode overall! My friends are a bit confused by one thing though, and it's mostly Black Manta's dialogue. You know with him talking about being a 'free man' to Kaldur.

What exactly is Black Manta's motivation in this series for being a villain?

Greg responds...

Independence.

Response recorded on August 28, 2013

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Gargoyles DVD News

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"Well, look what's now even more widely available. I like to think this is because it's selling well on the internet.

http://www.disneystore.com/gargoyles-season-2-volume-2-3-disc-dvd-set/mp/1341274/1000316/

Best case scenario, Disney notices and decides to exploit the property even more with a direct-to-dvd movie."

HELP SPREAD THE WORD!!


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Tre writes...

Greg summit was epic it had everything you want form a show.

Greg responds...

Thank you!!!

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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Zman writes...

Hello Greg, Sorry if this question has been asked before. During Aqualad's invasion of the cave, Artemis put an inhibitor collar on Wolf. Why wouldn't Wolf have recognized Artemis by smell?

Greg responds...

He did. That's why he didn't resist her. Wolf trusts Artemis.

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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Anonymous writes...

In Summit, was Artemis's cover being blown an expected part of the plan?
If not, how did they initially expect Aqualad to fake his death?
Or were their fake deaths something they just came up with along the way?

Greg responds...

1. It wasn't expected, per se, but it was a contingency they were prepared for.

2. Ditto.

3. See above.

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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Superfan writes...

Hello Greg!

I wanted to ask some captain marvel questions.

why were captain marvel, cannary and black lighting defeated so easily by Kalrion and Savage?.

I thought Captain Marvel would at least give a bigger fight given that he is resistan to to magic

How fast is Captain Marvel? Given that he has the spped of a god (mercury) is he faster than superman or as fast as any speedster or in this version the god mercury is slower than the flashes?

Greg responds...

1. Klarion and Savage are badass.

2. You didn't see the fight. You have no idea how it played out. All you know is the end result. And who said he's resistant to magic?

3. On Earth-16, he's faster than Superman (at least from a dead stop) and slower than the various Flashes.

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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Apple Montag writes...

Will we ever find out who came up with the plan to infiltrate the Light? The reason I'm asking is that Nightwing was heavily criticized for leadership this season. "Summit" ends the Team praising Kaldur for his success. That what's irks me - it's his success, not Kaldur and Dick's success.

You've mentioned a few times how Nightwing does not like to lead. Dick stepped a few times to lead the Team in Season One. His command in "Failsafe" is notable as Kaldur was incapacitated. Whether or not he likes to lead, he's a good leader.

Kaldur growing as a leader is reasonable but still - the plan is his success, not Kaldur and Dick's success.

Of course, my question will probably be answered next week. :)

Greg responds...

I'm having a little trouble following your use of pronouns above.

But basically, the idea for the plan was Kaldur's, though he and Dick worked out the details together. I think they share in whatever success (or blame) comes with its execution.

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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Finister2 writes...

1) Is Black Manta autistic on Earth-16.
2) Who is Amistad?
3) Who assigned Conner and Megan to cover the impeachment hearings in Qurac during "Players: Chapter 1"?
4) Why did Superman request his assignment with Marie Logan in Qurac during "Players: Chapter 1"?
5) Why isn't the Peacemaker "a fan" of the Team?

Greg responds...

1. Not that I know of.

2. SPOILER REQUEST. (Though it shouldn't be too hard to figure out.)

3. No one.

4. It was an opportunity to get to know Conner as Clark.

5. He's not a fan of the LEAGUE. I'm not going to confirm or deny whether or not he knows about the Team.)

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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Anonymous writes...

In Earth-16 , Would Icon be considered stronger than Superman.

Greg responds...

They're both darn strong.

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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Anonymous writes...

Nightwing stated in 'True Colours' that only senior members of the Team were allowed on the watch tower. Are Bumblebee, Mal and Batgirl considered as senior members

Greg responds...

Not as of "True Colors", no.

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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Anonymous writes...

Does Queen Bee's powers class her as a Meta-Human

Greg responds...

I guess so.

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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Anonymous writes...

Why does Brainiac's and the Reach's insignias look the same.

Greg responds...

Do they? I hadn't noticed.

Response recorded on August 27, 2013

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YJFAN96 writes...

How far into the time-skip did Dick become Nightwing. 1 year,two years etc.

Greg responds...

SPOILER REQUEST. NO COMMENT.

Response recorded on August 26, 2013

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riyan writes...

Hi Greg,
Great episode Submit!!

I've got one question.
I checked the Calender that JUNE 19 2016 is the Father's Day!
As someone already guessed before this episode that Manta would be betrayed on Father's day and it comes true.
Are you arrange this day for the submit intentionally or is it a coincident?
That's really heart breaking.

I rarely care about bad guys in Hero shows but Manta is different. I feel so sorry about him.

One more question. Did Manta or Kaldur realized that it's the Father's day?
Did manta got his father's day present from Kaldur before the submit? Or did he expecting one after the submit and now all wishes crashed?
Heart breaking again.

Greg responds...

1. All things are true.

2. I'll leave that to your imagination.

Response recorded on August 26, 2013

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anonymous writes...

The scenes between Artemis and Ra's Al Ghul left me a bit confused.
1)Do they know each other?
They way she looked at him getting stabbed is as if she felt bad about it (of course it might be because a man was killed in front of her but i'm still a bit unsure). She also spend a lot of time starring at him.
She also said 'And I always heard the great one was such a gentleman'. Here it seemed that she was implying on hearing things about the "great one".
2) Has she ever met him before joining the team. (Since her father worked with him)
Sorry if these questions seem foolish but I just wanted to ask since it looked like they knew each other and it felt like there was something not being told.
3) How did Ra's Al Ghul realize that the necklace was a glamour charm?

Greg responds...

1. Not personally.

2. SPOILER REQUEST, but I will say, if they have met, it would have been a LONG time ago.

3. He's been alive a LONG time. He knows stuff.

Response recorded on August 26, 2013


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