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Superman Red & Blue (2021-) #6
Superman: Red and Blue #6
It’s the final issue of this free-form anthology, featuring the Metropolis Marvel in new stories, bedazzled in his signature colors. It’s the only place to see Superman chasing down headlines in a classic style and taking pause to reflect on growing up on a farm in Smallville. Not to mention, the return of Streaky the Supercat by superstar cartoonist Sophie Campbell (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)!
46 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 17, 2021
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Rex Ogle
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Also, check out graphic novels under my pen name REY TERCIERO.
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REX OGLE is an award-winning author and the writer of nearly a hundred children’s books, comics, graphic novels, and memoirs—most notably Free Lunch, which won the ALA/YALSA award for Excellence in Non-Fiction.
Born and raised (mostly) in Texas, he moved to New York City after college to intern at Marvel Comics before moving over to DC Comics, Scholastic, and Little Brown Young Readers. As an editor, he championed over a dozen NY Times Bestsellers and worked on (and often wrote) major brands such as X-Men, Justice League, Star Wars, LEGO, Power Rangers, Transformers, Minecraft, Assassin’s Creed, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Neil Patrick Harris’s Magic Misfits.
Rex has written under a lot of pen names, including Trey King, Honest Lee, and Rey Terciero (a nickname given by his Abuela, being Español for “third king”, which is apt since Rex is Latin for “king”, and he is the third “Rex” in his family).
Now, Rex lives in Los Angeles where he writes in his spare time—that is, when he’s not outdoors hiking with his dog Toby, playing MarioKart with friends, or reading.
Also, check out graphic novels under my pen name REY TERCIERO.
Bio:
REX OGLE is an award-winning author and the writer of nearly a hundred children’s books, comics, graphic novels, and memoirs—most notably Free Lunch, which won the ALA/YALSA award for Excellence in Non-Fiction.
Born and raised (mostly) in Texas, he moved to New York City after college to intern at Marvel Comics before moving over to DC Comics, Scholastic, and Little Brown Young Readers. As an editor, he championed over a dozen NY Times Bestsellers and worked on (and often wrote) major brands such as X-Men, Justice League, Star Wars, LEGO, Power Rangers, Transformers, Minecraft, Assassin’s Creed, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Neil Patrick Harris’s Magic Misfits.
Rex has written under a lot of pen names, including Trey King, Honest Lee, and Rey Terciero (a nickname given by his Abuela, being Español for “third king”, which is apt since Rex is Latin for “king”, and he is the third “Rex” in his family).
Now, Rex lives in Los Angeles where he writes in his spare time—that is, when he’s not outdoors hiking with his dog Toby, playing MarioKart with friends, or reading.
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January 22, 2023
Damn, this was nearly perfect. I really wish the entire mini series had been produced with as much skill and care as issues 5 and six. The standout here is Matt Wagner's beautiful and pitch perfect Golden Age-set story, in which the writer/artist deftly explores the dichotomy between Superman's and Clark Kent's two very separate professional careers. Clark doesn't feel comfortable (Midwest modesty and all) writing about, and thereby sensationalizing, his alter ego's exploits, for instance. The artwork ranges from very good to masterful in each story of this final issue. Sophie Campbell's textless Streaky story delighted me as a bona fine feline enthusiast (however I wish the art had been allowed to bake a little longer; it looks unfinished), and the closing story, which some will deride as "woke propaganda" or pandering or whatever other bullshit, surprised me by drawing a little bit of mist from my cynical eyes. Superman has always been my favorite character. He's always inspired me, but, as a straight, white American man (or boy), I recognize that I represent the character's traditional audience. But I truly believe that Superman is not, should not be, maybe cannot be limited in such ways. Superman represents ideals that are inclusive, that embrace everyone. The idea that the example of Superman might help a young person, any young person, to come out, to embrace the truth of themselves, only adds to my reverential love for the character.
May 6, 2024
Perfect, no notes.
December 19, 2024
"Hissy Fit"
Eh. It looks good but it doesn't do much for me.
"The Scoop"
I really love this one. First, it looks great. Second, it's a really concise but potent story about the spectacle versus substance in journalism. I'm sure this is not brand-new territory for Superman fiction, but I personally haven't seen a lot of it and I'm enthusiastic about it. (Also, this story touches on animal rights stuff!)
The final pages feel a little bit like a non-sequitur, but only a little bit. I just wish that this story would have followed through more on the broader themes; going inward to Clark isn't totally inappropriate but it just makes the story feel smaller (especially given his plans).
"The Special"
I just feel like there's nothing to this. Even the sentimentality at the end is just completely superficial. I like the art (especially Clark and Lois hovering in front of the Daily Planet).
"Son of Farmers"
Entirely mixed feelings on both the art and the story. I think that if you look closely at the ethics in this story, they don't hold up super well. (Yes, this is largely the animal rights advocate in me talking.) And... I think the art is almost great but risks not even being good. The choices with color are ambitious and I appreciate that; I think the result is a tad busy and noisy-looking. It might just be too chaotic. (But it's interesting!)
"Ally"
Obviously, I applaud the intentions. But I think it's a little oversimple (even for the format) and I think the parallels break down a bit in the same ways that... like... I have a lot of fondness for the X-Men, but the civil rights metaphor can be difficult to sustain if you think it through. Similarly, Superman's reasons for leading a double life are not 1:1 to those of a closeted gay person. I'm not saying this story depends entirely on that 1:1 analogy (nor does the success of any X-Men story), but I think the incongruities loom a little too large in a story that's so simple. I know it's trying to hinge the comparison on Superman's honesty specifically, but anybody familiar with the character knows "well, it's not just a matter of being honest or dishonest".
Also, that pride flag--which I generally love the design of (sincerely: not just as a symbol but aesthetically)--looks terrible on his t-shirt. First, it's just a really unsubtle fashion choice, even for a fictional character (even in a collection of stories about a guy who sort of wears his nickname's first initial on his chest). Second, it just looks really strange alongside the other art in the story. It's so rigid and clean; it looks like it was pasted from a vector graphic (and I wouldn't be surprised if it was). It's just really jarring and it frankly cheapens the overall look of what is a well-drawn comic otherwise.
Eh. It looks good but it doesn't do much for me.
"The Scoop"
I really love this one. First, it looks great. Second, it's a really concise but potent story about the spectacle versus substance in journalism. I'm sure this is not brand-new territory for Superman fiction, but I personally haven't seen a lot of it and I'm enthusiastic about it. (Also, this story touches on animal rights stuff!)
The final pages feel a little bit like a non-sequitur, but only a little bit. I just wish that this story would have followed through more on the broader themes; going inward to Clark isn't totally inappropriate but it just makes the story feel smaller (especially given his plans).
"The Special"
I just feel like there's nothing to this. Even the sentimentality at the end is just completely superficial. I like the art (especially Clark and Lois hovering in front of the Daily Planet).
"Son of Farmers"
Entirely mixed feelings on both the art and the story. I think that if you look closely at the ethics in this story, they don't hold up super well. (Yes, this is largely the animal rights advocate in me talking.) And... I think the art is almost great but risks not even being good. The choices with color are ambitious and I appreciate that; I think the result is a tad busy and noisy-looking. It might just be too chaotic. (But it's interesting!)
"Ally"
Obviously, I applaud the intentions. But I think it's a little oversimple (even for the format) and I think the parallels break down a bit in the same ways that... like... I have a lot of fondness for the X-Men, but the civil rights metaphor can be difficult to sustain if you think it through. Similarly, Superman's reasons for leading a double life are not 1:1 to those of a closeted gay person. I'm not saying this story depends entirely on that 1:1 analogy (nor does the success of any X-Men story), but I think the incongruities loom a little too large in a story that's so simple. I know it's trying to hinge the comparison on Superman's honesty specifically, but anybody familiar with the character knows "well, it's not just a matter of being honest or dishonest".
Also, that pride flag--which I generally love the design of (sincerely: not just as a symbol but aesthetically)--looks terrible on his t-shirt. First, it's just a really unsubtle fashion choice, even for a fictional character (even in a collection of stories about a guy who sort of wears his nickname's first initial on his chest). Second, it just looks really strange alongside the other art in the story. It's so rigid and clean; it looks like it was pasted from a vector graphic (and I wouldn't be surprised if it was). It's just really jarring and it frankly cheapens the overall look of what is a well-drawn comic otherwise.
November 6, 2021
Cada historia deja una bella enseñanza
Los dibujos están acordé con la hostia narrada, todas son buenas historias cortas, unas más emotivas. Estás historias me hacen sentir bien al leerlas, son divertidas pero lo más importante es que todas dejan enseñanzas reales y una sensación de esperanza.
Los dibujos están acordé con la hostia narrada, todas son buenas historias cortas, unas más emotivas. Estás historias me hacen sentir bien al leerlas, son divertidas pero lo más importante es que todas dejan enseñanzas reales y una sensación de esperanza.
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August 26, 2021yeah “ally” got me so true
September 3, 2021
More greatness that just gets Superman's character and impact.
June 13, 2022
The last story is probably the most notable one, for reasons I won't spoil. Overall, kind of a mixed bag collection and series, but some of the art may catch your eye.
September 18, 2025
OMG😭 it was perfect.
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