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Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 10
Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Staffel 10, Band 6 - Steh dazu!: Bd. 6: Steh dazu! (Buffy the Vampire Slayer - Staffel 10)
Buffys Team ist seit dem letzten Gefecht gegen die Dämonen zerrissen. da Xander und Dawn in einer Höllendimension gefangen sind und einige - unter anderem Willow - jetzt für die Regierung arbeiten, innerlich, da sich alle ihrer und Gefühle für einander nicht mehr sicher sind. Auch nicht Buffy und Spike. Den so geschwächten Zustand der Gang will ein finsterer Gegner, der schon seit langem die Fäden im Hintergrund spinnt, nutzen, um zuzuschlagen. Er will Buffy und ihre Freund endgültig vernichten und das mächtige Zauberbuch Vampyr an sich reißen, um die Regeln der Magie ganz in seinem Sinn neu definieren zu können. DAS GROSSE FINALE VON STAFFEL 10, EXKLUSIV ALS COMIC!
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First published December 27, 2016
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June 19, 2019
This is the finishing volume for season 10 so several story threads are tired up together. As expected Buffy and Spike broke up, but they are still dating and somewhat together. We'll see. Dawn was able to get herself and Xander back home again. The Vampire book was stolen and by the end of the volume, they are finally able to get the book back.
D'Hoffryn made a good villain. I actually enjoyed this issue and most of the season. There are two seasons left, but they have few volumes, so I'm just about done. I'm going to finish this up. I think there are 3 volumes left. I'm ready for a good ending.
I have fun reading these and it's nice to see the characters carry on. The Buffy verse is a whole lot of fun and I enjoy visiting this world.
D'Hoffryn made a good villain. I actually enjoyed this issue and most of the season. There are two seasons left, but they have few volumes, so I'm just about done. I'm going to finish this up. I think there are 3 volumes left. I'm ready for a good ending.
I have fun reading these and it's nice to see the characters carry on. The Buffy verse is a whole lot of fun and I enjoy visiting this world.
June 5, 2019
The first season of the comics that is good enough to have been a season of the TV show. Gage mixes in humor, action, and the feels into his stories to great effect. Rebekah Isaacs makes the comic look better than it ever has before. Her art is slightly cartoonish with lots of dynamic action and characters easily recognizable from the show. I'm glad to hear the creative team is sticking around for season 11.
December 10, 2016
[Read as single issues]
The final storyline for Season 10 of Buffy sees (you guessed it) everything go wrong. Dawn and Xander are in another dimension. Buffy and Spike aren't sure where their relationship stands. Buffy and Willow are on the outs. Giles isn't dealing very well with being a twelve year old again. In fact, the only person doing fine is Andrew - which I think might be one of the first signs of the Apocalypse.
Into that mess strolls D'Hoffryn, and where he goes, trouble follows. The Vampyr book and the Magic Council that have formed the back-bone of this volume come into play too, and it takes everything Buffy and her friends have to overcome their problems and save the day. It's very much punch-the-sky levels of awesome when everything comes together, and it's great to see that even after all these years, these characters can change and grow, and face problems that they haven't seen before.
The only disappointing storyline I think was Ghost Anya, who I thought was going to turn out to be another character from the Buffyverse, but it takes a different tactic instead.
Rebekah Isaacs pencils the entirety of this volume, and like Georges Jeanty before her, her extensive time with the Buffy and Angel characters has proven time and time again that she's a great fit for this series. Characters look like their original actors, but with enough of a twist to differentiate from the two mediums, and the action sequences are intense.
After another successful season, it's no wonder Christos Gage and Rebekah Isaacs are on tap for Season 11 too.
The final storyline for Season 10 of Buffy sees (you guessed it) everything go wrong. Dawn and Xander are in another dimension. Buffy and Spike aren't sure where their relationship stands. Buffy and Willow are on the outs. Giles isn't dealing very well with being a twelve year old again. In fact, the only person doing fine is Andrew - which I think might be one of the first signs of the Apocalypse.
Into that mess strolls D'Hoffryn, and where he goes, trouble follows. The Vampyr book and the Magic Council that have formed the back-bone of this volume come into play too, and it takes everything Buffy and her friends have to overcome their problems and save the day. It's very much punch-the-sky levels of awesome when everything comes together, and it's great to see that even after all these years, these characters can change and grow, and face problems that they haven't seen before.
The only disappointing storyline I think was Ghost Anya, who I thought was going to turn out to be another character from the Buffyverse, but it takes a different tactic instead.
Rebekah Isaacs pencils the entirety of this volume, and like Georges Jeanty before her, her extensive time with the Buffy and Angel characters has proven time and time again that she's a great fit for this series. Characters look like their original actors, but with enough of a twist to differentiate from the two mediums, and the action sequences are intense.
After another successful season, it's no wonder Christos Gage and Rebekah Isaacs are on tap for Season 11 too.
October 13, 2024
This was a very strong ending to the season, which was overall fantastic! It was a little on the nose with the metaphors and somewhat anticlimactic depending on how you look at it, but it set up the next season SO well. It was an overall satisfying ending. Fans of the show: if you gave up on Season 8, push on because this most recent season (and last season of Angel & Faith) has been brilliant! Christos Gage and Rebekah Isaacs are the dream team right now! 5/5 stars!
May 7, 2019
So just like most of this season, this is good stuff, but not great.
This is the end and we have a big bad finally. You guessed it, the revenge demon who's been scheming since the start betrays everyone. So now Buffy and her pals must stop him! Will they be able to do so? Will Dawn and Xavier get back from hellzones? You'll have to read to find out!
No, but seriously, it's predictable as hell and kind of boring at times because of it. However, Gage does a real solid job on the dialogue. I'm hoping season 11 will be even better since it's shorter. This one ends on a 3 out of 5.
This is the end and we have a big bad finally. You guessed it, the revenge demon who's been scheming since the start betrays everyone. So now Buffy and her pals must stop him! Will they be able to do so? Will Dawn and Xavier get back from hellzones? You'll have to read to find out!
No, but seriously, it's predictable as hell and kind of boring at times because of it. However, Gage does a real solid job on the dialogue. I'm hoping season 11 will be even better since it's shorter. This one ends on a 3 out of 5.
March 16, 2017
Despite me not always giving its volumes flattering ratings, I think I've enjoyed season 10 the most so far. The pacing has been excellent and the overall arc fairly interesting. Own It is a very solid conclusion for the season, and leaves me hopeful for the future. And references to
Labyrinth
(1986),
The Princess Bride
(1987),
Game of Thrones
, AND
Leaving Las Vegas
(1995)? Wow. And the latter one is really perceptive. I mean, that hair is just...
Anyway, I can't wait for season 11! In the meantime, I'm just going to keep myself entertained by continuing my Buffy and Angel marathon (found a really nice list of the proper or most effective viewing order of the episodes, so watching the two shows at the same time has been a hoot).
"Silence. I do not truck with lawyers unless they are prisoners in my castle, the knowledge of their inevitable doom slowly dawning upon them. I do, however, admire your taste in scarves."
- Count Dracula, 2016
Anyway, I can't wait for season 11! In the meantime, I'm just going to keep myself entertained by continuing my Buffy and Angel marathon (found a really nice list of the proper or most effective viewing order of the episodes, so watching the two shows at the same time has been a hoot).
"Silence. I do not truck with lawyers unless they are prisoners in my castle, the knowledge of their inevitable doom slowly dawning upon them. I do, however, admire your taste in scarves."
- Count Dracula, 2016
August 24, 2016
And it's done! Buffy Season 10 has been by far the best comic book season. It really feels like the comics start to become their own entity, rather than just the continuation of the TV show. And I think it's a good thing — after all, I still can't quite accept these comics as a direct sequel to the show's story (thanks in big part to the abysmal and out-of-character Season 8).
It's great to hear that Dark Horse is continuing the series, and that we will get both Buffy and Angel Season 11 comics — although Angel is without Faith this time, which is a bit worrying. Still, I can't wait! I really wish Joss would come back to write at least one arc, but honestly, Christos Gage is doing such a great job. And it's just very comforting to know that there are still more stories to come about the good old Scoobies.
It's great to hear that Dark Horse is continuing the series, and that we will get both Buffy and Angel Season 11 comics — although Angel is without Faith this time, which is a bit worrying. Still, I can't wait! I really wish Joss would come back to write at least one arc, but honestly, Christos Gage is doing such a great job. And it's just very comforting to know that there are still more stories to come about the good old Scoobies.
January 3, 2017
A strong ending to Season 10 of Buffy focusing on the Vampyr book and the missing Xander and Dawn. The beauty of this volume is that it's all character work, start to finish, with Buffy, Spike, Xander, and Dawn getting particular attention. There's also a really nice Big Bad in this volume who does a great job of dovetailing old plot threads.
This could almost be a great end to the (extended) series — but I'm thrilled that a season 11 is already being published.
This could almost be a great end to the (extended) series — but I'm thrilled that a season 11 is already being published.
December 31, 2016
Another winner--why? Because it's Christos Gage, and I love him.
I don't know if this completes season 10, but it felt like closure, and it was very satisfying. When it looked like they would tread some well-worn paths, they surprised me with something different. I'm excited to see where this goes next and really hoping Gage stays on as writer.
I don't know if this completes season 10, but it felt like closure, and it was very satisfying. When it looked like they would tread some well-worn paths, they surprised me with something different. I'm excited to see where this goes next and really hoping Gage stays on as writer.
May 12, 2017
I never would have thought I would say this, but Season 10 is as strong as some of the actual TV seasons of Buffy. The central story is strong, the characters actually grow and evolve in ways that make sense for them, there's a strong villain, betrayals, deaths, and some great action. The relationships and insecurities that have been a central theme to the whole series are explored and resolved well, and every character gets a chance to shine (I think Xander actually comes off the best here, perhaps to redeem him all the more from his issues at the end of season 9). There's lots of action, lots of humor (the Xander/Dawn sections could probably have carried their own mini-series, but getting the highlights here just concentrates the pure pleasure of that section), a fair bit of pathos, and a fair bit of the characters actually growing up. And I appreciated some of the off-kilter cameos included, and the story manages to resolve in a way that is both completely satisfying and also built to allow another season to move in a completely different direction. Buffy and co. have always had the tendency to repeat the same mistakes over and over, but this volume takes that into account and at least acknowledges that they recognize their weaknesses and are moving past them. Yeah, all I can really say is I was very pleasantly surprised by this whole season, and this last volume definitely sticks the landing. This should be required reading for anyone who claims to be a Buffy fan. You won't find much else in the canon that is as strong as this.
October 25, 2017
*Book source ~ Library
From Goodreads:
In this season-finale story arc, the team is splintered literally and metaphorically after a confrontation with the Soul Glutton and the Mistress. As Buffy searches for ways to bring the team back together, insecurities plague her budding relationship with Spike. Seems like a great time for a new Big Bad to make a move to capture the Vampyr book and rewrite the rules of magic. When the stakes grow perilous, Buffy must trust in herself to make the right choice and bear the burden of protecting the book from the monsters who wish to abuse it.
The title of this book says it all and it’s about time Buffy and gang grew up and just owned it already. After everything they’ve been through it’s hard to believe that they don’t trust in themselves and I was getting a bit tired of the whining. An excellent wrapping up of season 10 and I’m really looking forward to season 11. I still love the artwork except for the last story Where Are They Now? which I think was done by Juanan Ramírez. Sorry, dude, but if you’re the one who inked it, I really didn’t like it.
From Goodreads:
In this season-finale story arc, the team is splintered literally and metaphorically after a confrontation with the Soul Glutton and the Mistress. As Buffy searches for ways to bring the team back together, insecurities plague her budding relationship with Spike. Seems like a great time for a new Big Bad to make a move to capture the Vampyr book and rewrite the rules of magic. When the stakes grow perilous, Buffy must trust in herself to make the right choice and bear the burden of protecting the book from the monsters who wish to abuse it.
The title of this book says it all and it’s about time Buffy and gang grew up and just owned it already. After everything they’ve been through it’s hard to believe that they don’t trust in themselves and I was getting a bit tired of the whining. An excellent wrapping up of season 10 and I’m really looking forward to season 11. I still love the artwork except for the last story Where Are They Now? which I think was done by Juanan Ramírez. Sorry, dude, but if you’re the one who inked it, I really didn’t like it.
February 4, 2017
5 stars
Nice to see Buffy and the Scooby Gang again!!! Glad that Dawn and Xander were able to get out of the Hell dimension. RIP Anya. D'Hoffryn's true colors were finally revealed. Hope the new Magic Council works. Also hope Buffy and Spike's relationship will work this time.
Did not enjoy seeing Harmony again. Don't like her character at all. I find her to be too annoying. Bring Cordelia back or someone besides her.
Can't wait to read Buffy season 11!!!!!
Nice to see Buffy and the Scooby Gang again!!! Glad that Dawn and Xander were able to get out of the Hell dimension. RIP Anya. D'Hoffryn's true colors were finally revealed. Hope the new Magic Council works. Also hope Buffy and Spike's relationship will work this time.
Did not enjoy seeing Harmony again. Don't like her character at all. I find her to be too annoying. Bring Cordelia back or someone besides her.
Can't wait to read Buffy season 11!!!!!
July 17, 2023
#1 buffy the vampire slayer: new rules ★★★★☆
#2 buffy the vampire slayer: i wish ★★★☆☆
#3 buffy the vampire slayer: love dares you ★★★★☆
#4 buffy the vampire slayer: old demons ★★★★☆
#5 buffy the vampire slayer: in pieces on the ground ★★★☆☆
#6 buffy the vampire slayer: own it ★★★★☆
buffy’s hypocrisy and treatment of her friends can be extremely annoying, but this is pretty good.
#2 buffy the vampire slayer: i wish ★★★☆☆
#3 buffy the vampire slayer: love dares you ★★★★☆
#4 buffy the vampire slayer: old demons ★★★★☆
#5 buffy the vampire slayer: in pieces on the ground ★★★☆☆
#6 buffy the vampire slayer: own it ★★★★☆
buffy’s hypocrisy and treatment of her friends can be extremely annoying, but this is pretty good.
February 8, 2017
A strong end to a strong season. Season 10 of the Buffy saga has magic, villains, demons, and mystical portals, but more importantly, it has our beloved characters working together -- and apart. The theme of season 10 is growing up and becoming adults. It's all about change, and accepting that part of adulthood is owning your own choices and responsibilities. Buffy and the gang face some harsh realities, including the fact that they may not always make the same choices as the people they love. New relationships begin and some end, but the Scoobies continue to work together for the forces of good. Can't wait to see where the story goes next.
September 27, 2017
Can you believe that this not the end of canon Buffy? Me neither. I actually have to wait for Season 11! Crazy banana cakes! Should get volume one of S11 in a month or so and have to wait until end of Feb 2018 to get what is perhaps the final volume of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I've certainly enjoyed the ride - kudos!
March 23, 2018
A fantastic ending to a fantastic season. If only the first two Buffy comics seasons had been done by this writing and illustration team!
August 7, 2023
if only xander really died 🙄
May 20, 2019
In 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Own It', with the Vampyr book in his possession, D'Hoffryn is now unstoppable. Buffy and gang are trying to formulate a plan to defeat him while hoping that Xander and Dawn make it back to earth in one piece. As D'Hoffryn gathers more followers, it's clear that they're fast running out of time.
I liked D'Hoffryn as the Big Bad. He was quick to seize the book, leave the premises and take action. However, the showdown was terribly disappointing and unrealistic. Considering how powerful he was, combined with the Vampyr book at his disposal, I'd expected so much more than . I got the impression that he was conveniently dumbed down during certain moments to simplify things for Buffy and friends.
Besides that, some of the content were recycled and repeated. Buffy and Spike arguing with each other has gotten so stale and boring. No, it didn't make sparks fly or create tension. It was just straight up annoying. The lovey-dovey looks between Xander and Dawn strongly suggested they might just get back to where they used to be but seriously, enough already. Plus, they . That was too easy.
Anyhow, it was impossible not to like the artwork and dialogues. The writer did an amazing job (once again) capturing every character's personality, especially Xander's. In addition, there was significant character growth towards the end which was certainly much anticipated. Finally, they took a huge step forward despite their fears and doubts. I was also glad that Willow was no longer .
Overall, 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Own It' didn't quite live up to my expectations in terms of overcoming challenges but it resolved the main storyline in a satisfactory manner.
I liked D'Hoffryn as the Big Bad. He was quick to seize the book, leave the premises and take action. However, the showdown was terribly disappointing and unrealistic. Considering how powerful he was, combined with the Vampyr book at his disposal, I'd expected so much more than . I got the impression that he was conveniently dumbed down during certain moments to simplify things for Buffy and friends.
Besides that, some of the content were recycled and repeated. Buffy and Spike arguing with each other has gotten so stale and boring. No, it didn't make sparks fly or create tension. It was just straight up annoying. The lovey-dovey looks between Xander and Dawn strongly suggested they might just get back to where they used to be but seriously, enough already. Plus, they . That was too easy.
Anyhow, it was impossible not to like the artwork and dialogues. The writer did an amazing job (once again) capturing every character's personality, especially Xander's. In addition, there was significant character growth towards the end which was certainly much anticipated. Finally, they took a huge step forward despite their fears and doubts. I was also glad that Willow was no longer .
Overall, 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Own It' didn't quite live up to my expectations in terms of overcoming challenges but it resolved the main storyline in a satisfactory manner.
January 13, 2025
I was afraid this was going to be a predictable ending: Buffy not taking responsibility for her actions and leaving her partner, the gang breaking up once again etc... but i was wrong! I'm so glad they had a talk and worked it out, finding a way to end this problem and taking accountability. I also enjoyed seeing Dawn and Xander's multidimensional trip. This has been a great season!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 4, 2017
Thar be spoilers ahead. Massive spoilers. Not even a review, just pure spoilers. We all need a refresher here and there, especially for (hopefully) season 11.
February 9, 2018
My favourite from Season 10 is #3 Love Dares You; Own It #6 definitely comes in second. The star of this 'episode' for me is Xander. It's nice to see him have a chance to shine in such an unexpected way. all those sessions with Dr Mike really allow him to come into his own while stranded in a demon dimension with Dawn. It's hilarious seeing him help the demons have their own personal emotional breakthroughs, awesome seeing him in his construction uniform helping them discover architecture, and sweet watching him teach them The Princess Bride so that they can put on a show for Dawn.
Buffy on the otherhand is...well...Buffy. Angry and angsty and utterly unable to place nicely with others while worrying about Dawn.
Nice to see further character growth with Andrew and I was kinda bummed about how things played out with Anyanka. I always felt like she got the raw end of the stick.
Buffy on the otherhand is...well...Buffy. Angry and angsty and utterly unable to place nicely with others while worrying about Dawn.
Nice to see further character growth with Andrew and I was kinda bummed about how things played out with Anyanka. I always felt like she got the raw end of the stick.
December 25, 2018
As a BuffyxAngel fan, I am surprised to admit that I really like Spike and Buffy together. They work well together. Both when it comes to date night and when they're kicking Big Bad butt.
Dawn's and Xander's adventures through alternate dimensions is fun. I like the sheer amount of references jammed in there. Really, it's a good time for all. Well, maybe Dawn and Xander didn't have as much fun as I did... The only thing that didn't work for me was Jonathan. Anya's reintroduction (no spoilers for how that happened and what it means) was brilliant, and once again tragic and also kind of sweet. Anya was done right; Jonathan was done poorly.
The graphic novels continue to be a wonderful expansion to the Buffyverse.
Dawn's and Xander's adventures through alternate dimensions is fun. I like the sheer amount of references jammed in there. Really, it's a good time for all. Well, maybe Dawn and Xander didn't have as much fun as I did... The only thing that didn't work for me was Jonathan. Anya's reintroduction (no spoilers for how that happened and what it means) was brilliant, and once again tragic and also kind of sweet. Anya was done right; Jonathan was done poorly.
The graphic novels continue to be a wonderful expansion to the Buffyverse.
June 19, 2017
A pretty cool plot and some serious character conflict. I'm tired of the Spike/Buffy drama, and so their revelation did not really stimulate me. The climax with Xander was pretty intense...I'm glad it did not stick. I did appreciate Buffy taking responsibility with the council, and did actually very much like the conclusion to this season. But honestly, by comparison of the other comic seasons (not to mention the show itself), it still was a rather mediocre season. But I will continue if the series does!
March 7, 2018
Season 10 was so so so so good.
Even better than some TV seasons. I love how it clarifies some issues with Spike's character that were not dealt with in season 7 (such as the never ending debate as to why Angel and Angelus are so often considered as to distinct people and Spike isn't in his with/without soul statuses). The 2010s vibe of this really helps me deal with stuff that disturbed or well mostly puzzled me with with older seasons; and again especially with Spike and the AR which I felt had never been discussed and dealt with enough.
Even better than some TV seasons. I love how it clarifies some issues with Spike's character that were not dealt with in season 7 (such as the never ending debate as to why Angel and Angelus are so often considered as to distinct people and Spike isn't in his with/without soul statuses). The 2010s vibe of this really helps me deal with stuff that disturbed or well mostly puzzled me with with older seasons; and again especially with Spike and the AR which I felt had never been discussed and dealt with enough.
June 20, 2018
I absolutely love the theme of this final arc -- accepting responsibility for tough decisions rather than abdicating them (who has navigated adulthood without having to grapple with this universal theme?). Brilliantly continues the theme of Buffy from the show's beginnings -- navigating growing up and the journey of being a grownup, and battling the demons thereof, both internal demons and external demons.
March 7, 2017
I've enjoyed this season for the most part. At points it was a bit more like season four, where life was the big bad, but there were some formidable foes thrown in as well. Some nice closure with Anya was had. D'Hoffryn was pretty cool. I loved the parts with Dawn and Xander in the hell dimensions.
January 30, 2018
So I called what the problem with giving the powers to the mystic council would be way before it panned out in the story. Thankfully, the rest of the plot was not so predictable and there were some really great moments (alternate dimensions with Xander & Dawn, Buffy & Spike, etc). Really enjoyed Season 10 and feel it's much better than 8 or 9.
November 5, 2017
And the final volume. And you know, the pacing, the twists, they were all pretty good.
Definitely the strongest series of Buffy comics I've read yet. (Which okay, admittedly isn't saying much.)
So so so glad they found better artists though.
Definitely the strongest series of Buffy comics I've read yet. (Which okay, admittedly isn't saying much.)
So so so glad they found better artists though.
May 1, 2018
This season was so good. Very happy Anya got a bit of “screen-time” after such short thrift in the finale of the tv-run. A few annoyingly trotted out expository moral lessons in the final stretch, but ultimately, still good.
May 24, 2018
A nice, but not a terribly exciting ending to the 10th season. This season was all about taking responsibility as an adult and how life is much more complicated when you get older. It's no longer tackle one problem and things are cool. I liked Dawn and Xander a lot in this volume.
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