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Quantum and Woody! (2017) Volume 1: Kiss Kiss, Klang Klang

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We enjoyed this book but did not think it was worth a review for the print magazine.. We will keep an eye out for further volumes of Quantum and Woody.

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OK. I like it. I really like most Valiant titles. This good. I think it needs a little more time for the characters to find their "groove", but overall a worthwhile read.

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Quantum and Woody are back! For those that aren't aware, Quantum and Woody are a superhero duo that resemble the Odd Couple. They are constantly bickering, but they have to put up with each other because the accident that gave them their powers will kill them if they don't klang their bracelets together. They are also adopted brothers. These characters have humor baked right in, but it might not work for everyone.

In the previous series featuring these characters we learned a bit about Quantum's father, who raised the two men. This time around there is a chance that Woody's father might be around and he is not going to let that opportunity slip through his fingers. I thought this volume did a nice job of rebooting the series and still making it accessible to new readers. Sure, there are elements that people might want to know more about. I've only read about half of the previous series and felt like this book worked well with the characters and built on some of the earlier stories.

The art was a little different from what I was expecting. I liked it though. It fits with the characters and the tone of the book. I am interested to see more of these characters and plan to go back and finish the previous series.

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A pretty entertaining graphic novel. I definitely enjoyed the artwork and the story. It was definitely worth reading and I can't wait to see the next volume.

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'Quantum and Woody! Vol. 1: Kiss Kiss, Klang Klang' by Daniel Kibblesmith with illustrations by Kano is about two brothers who form possibly the most dysfunctional super team ever.

Eric and his adopted brother Woody have superheroes because of an accident, but that same accident set up a consequence and they must touch wristbands with each other every 24 hours. That's going to be hard this time around because they aren't speaking to each other. Eric has taken on a job guarding a secret warehouse full of weapons, and Woody is just being Woody. Eric also knows where Woody's birth father is, and that's why they aren't speaking. Plus, what is really up with that goat they are always hanging around with?

This was a fun read. I've read a couple stories before, and i liked this one a lot. It helped me understand some of the things I was confused about (like that goat). The art works well. There are a lot of laughs in this one.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Valiant Entertainment, Diamond Book Distributors and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.

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I thoroughly enjoyed QUANTUM AND WOODY! It was a fast-paced, interesting, hilarious comic series and I think that Quantum and Woody are both great characters.

The art design was in a style which I really enjoy, which was a great bonus when reading too.

The story was new, and I liked the added backstory of them being adopted brothers. The plot points of their dad (one biological, one adopted) was an interesting dynamic to read about, when one brother wants one thing for their dad and one wants another, but they both feel like they know what is best.

I love superhero comics, and this one was a fantastic read. I think I'll be keeping up with this series!

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If you're at all familiar with Quantum and Woody, this is a return to form. Quantum and Woody are two adopted brothers who argue constantly, but must stay in close proximity to "klang" their bracelets together once every 23 hours or they will explode. They both have powers they barely use and usually take care of bad guys inadvertently while arguing. The book is irreverent, funny and full of snark.

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Quantum and Woody is another that has gotten rave reviews in the industry but for the average reader is just falling flat. I really didn't care for the characters and found them to be rip offs of other characters in the industry. Could not get into it at all.

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Another wonderful surprise thanks to NetGalley. I hadn't previously heard of this graphic novel, or this hilarious brotherly duo, but now I'm hooked. I can't wait to read on about the adventures of Quantum and Woody! The story kept me interested, the characters were humorous, and the art & illustrations were awesome. I loved it from cover to cover.

I have received a much appreciated digital copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

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Following on fairly directly from the Asmus run - so it looks like Valiant have caught unnecessary renumbering from Marvel - and still on basically the same lines. There's maybe more play made of the race angle, which makes sense when your leads are brothers of different colours, and the odd couple dynamic gets stretched further than usual. But it's still bickering, mad science, and cute critters (the hedge henchman is excellent). I had it as an ARC from both Edelweiss and Netgalley (long and not very interesting story), and the art on the final issue clearly wasn't finished, but I presume it will be in the final version. Though this relaunch was preceded by a promo issue with some art that had been left that way, so who knows?

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DNF - just too wacky, jumpy and out there (all in a bad way, natch) for my taste.

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Yes, Quantum does look a lot like Deadpool, why? Because the artist is the same one who drew Deadpool! Yes, that was my main draw to this book. What can I say. I am full time nerd, go me! I cannot deny it. :) It was a little difficult to read on my phone but I still enjoyed it more the artistry over the actual story line. I can understand how the story line needs to jump around to give us background. I just didn't like how it was done. Some of the background didn't make much sense. Some of it was enjoyable. I would absolutely give this more chances. The characters were good I already have a favorite or two. Yes, my star level is low but I am still open to looking into this comic a little more.

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A new Quantum and Woody series. Fans of the duo will enjoy this. I didn't like the artwork as much as I did in the other series but the story telling is ok.

Lots of explosions, conspiracies and brotherly love.

Copy provided by Valiant via Netgalley in exchange for an unbiased review.

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Some beautiful artwork is the standout feature of this book. As a newcomer to the Quantum and Woody series, this is a good jumping on point, with several flash back sequences that help to explain the story background as well as the somewhat turbulent relationship between the adoptive brothers. The main storyline felt a little weak in comparison.

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Valiant Entertainment is home to some of the greatest heroes on the four-color page- X-O Manowar, Bloodshot, Ninjak, and… Quantum & Woody. The heroes bound by bracelets that must be “Klanged” together every 24 hours, or the two disintegrate. With the latest series, which is collected in this volume, we see the relationship of the two put to the test when a secret from their past comes back to haunt them.

From Daniel Kibblesmith, Kano, and Dave Sharpe, this five-issue collection gives us a look into the childhood of Woody and his step- brother Eric, also known as Quantum. It turns out, Eric has been keeping a secret from Woody, that being that Woody’s father is still alive. This tears the team apart, sending Woody on a bender and in league with villains working for “the smartest person alive”, someone that can remove the bracelets from the two for good.

In these 5 issues, we get to see Woody come face to face with the Negative One, Thedge the Hedge, Kid Tesla, and we see the famous goat give birth to a very unexpected result. We also see how Eric’s father influenced both Eric and Woody from childhood and helped them become who they are today. We also get to see Woody’s father and see the duo cause all kinds of mayhem.

Kibblesmith creates an entertaining, amusing tale, one that is steeped in Quantum and Woody’s history, yet is accessible to new readers as well. Kano’s artwork is a great fit for the superhero hijinks the two are known for and creates some very cool panel and page layouts. The last issue of this collection is so unique, I don’t believe I have seen something like it before.

I recommend picking up this collection when it drops this summer. Valiant is poised to become a household name soon, and you better believe Quantum & Woody are among their pantheon.

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It has some good moments here and there but didn't manage to capture my interest.

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Quantum and Woody Volume 1: Kiss Kiss, Klang Klang find our brothers still in the middle of their sibling rivalry with Eric trying to be a good two- shoes and Woody finding trouble. While mostly humorous, the story takes a side turn when Eric and Woody's dad returns briefly and as his past is revealed in numerous flashbacks. The action and humor are enjoyable and moves the plot along quickly and smoothly. The art work is a little off and on-- sometimes great old school and sometimes way too scratchy. I would have loved to see more of the goat but she needed a rest after giving birth I am sure. Overall, the volume is an enjoyable continuation in the Quantum and Woody timeline. My voluntary, unbiased review is based upon a review copy from Netgalley.

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