Bronze and Modern Gods · May 11, 2026 · 25:36
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This week on Bronze and Modern Gods, Free Comic Book Day turns into a real collector debate.
Hot Book of the Week: Dungeon Crawler Carl #0 - a FCBD giveaway that’s already flipping online, with some fans upset that certain retailers were charging for a “free” book. We also talk about the animated adaptation in the works from Seth MacFarlane for Peacock, and the surprising crossover collectible angle with the Absolute Batman exclusive variant tied to the one-shot.
Old Fart Rule: American Flagg! #1 (First Comics, 1986) - Howard Chaykin’s indie dystopia that nailed media saturation, corporate control, and celebrity culture before those themes became mainstream comics staples.
Underrated Books of the Week:
D.R. & Quinch (2000 AD) - early Alan Moore chaos with art by Alan Davis, a cult classic that’s still affordable.
Marvel Spotlight #1 (1971) - Marvel’s tryout series debut and a fascinating early-’70s experiment that remains approachable in raw, with wild high-grade upside.
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