Hot on the heels of the Doctor Who BitTorrent Bundle Another big release is coming that may be of interest to MakeUseOf readers. BitTorrent has partnered with comic book publisher Dynamite Entertainment to release The Dynamite Mega Pack :a collection of over 200 issues from 30 different titles..
Surprisingly, for all you comic fans out there who like a freebie or two, you can download the first issue of almost every title on offer for free. The entire 200-issue collection is available as a paid (whatever you want) service (as long as it's more than the $6 minimum).
So let's take an in-depth look at what's included in The Dynamite Mega Pack .
Even if you're not a big fan of comics and graphic novels, there's a lot to like about The Mega Pack of Dynamite. . This is not just a collection of niche superhero comics; It's a great work combination that has something for everyone.
Three of my favorite authors, George R.R. Martin, Robert Jordan, and Jim Butcher, have either written a comic or adapted their work into one. I was delighted to see all of them featured in this bundle deal.
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Before Martin started writing. Game of Thrones , he created a universe of superheroes shared with some other fantasy and science fiction authors.
The series takes place in an alternate universe where, in 1946, an alien virus is accidentally unleashed, changing the world forever. Most people who contract the virus die a horrible death, and of the few who survive, nearly all are paralyzed. However, some lucky people transform into Aces and gain superpowers. Martin Editions Wildcards he broadcasts more than he writes them, but it is still his hand that guides the series ..
Included in the package is a complete graphic novel, The Hard Call by Daniel Abraham, set in Martin's Wildcards universe. This was my first test of the Wildcards Series and I'm looking forward to seeing more. If you are eagerly awaiting The winds of winter , or even just the next episode of Game of Thrones , definitely worth a look.
The inclusion of the complete 35-track series The Wheel of Time The comic, adapted from the Robert Jordan series of the same name, is big business.
The wheel of time It is one of the longest continuing fiction series ever written. All 14 novels follow Rand Al'Thor and his companions as they fight to save the world from evil. The books are famous for their vast cast of characters, intricate plotlines, many shades of gray, and deep mythological inspiration. After Jordan died prematurely, Brandon Sanderson finished writing the final books in the series.
While reading all 14 books is a big ask (it takes about a year), the comics cover the events of the first novel and are a great introduction to the series. Until this pack was released, you couldn't get a single issue for less than $6. Now you can pick up the entire collection for that price.
I only discovered Jim Butcher Dresden Archives Last year and quickly I read all the books published so far. The Butcher's series combines detective fiction with vampires, fairies, wizards, and other supernatural creatures.
The protagonist, Harry Dresden, is the only wizard on Chicago's agenda and serves as a consultant to the Chicago PD's Special Investigations unit, which deals with unexplained (and unexplained) crimes.
While this may seem like a ridiculous premise for a series of novels, and it probably is, Butcher manages to pull it off successfully.
The complete Battle cry The bow is included in the package. Although set in the middle of the series, the comic is a stand-alone story, and even if you've never read any of the novels, you'll almost certainly love it. If, on the other hand, you're a fan of Butcher's work but have never seen the comics, do yourself a favor and pick up the pack. You won't be disappointed.
I have only mentioned three of the comic series included in The Dynamite Mega Pack . There are still another 27 for me to work my way through. You can see the full list of titles on the BitTorrent Blog, but there really is something for everyone.
Next up for me personally is the take on Kevin Smith Green Hornet . After that, the Sherlock Holmes Trial The graphic novel looks attractive. There is also a cross between Quentin Tarantino's. Django Unchained and Fox that sounds crazy and amazing.
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Their paid packages are a great way for publishers to provide content to fans in a way that they clearly want to receive it. Even better, by offering that content at a reasonable price, BitTorrent can still make money without resorting to spammy ads and malware.
As these legal packages become more common, I suspect people are likely to turn away from illegal downloading. I'm always willing to support artists when I can. Why Taylor Swift is wrong about Spotify. Why Taylor Swift is wrong about Spotify. Music streaming services. Read More digital media. Read more . These packages strike an incredible balance.
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We're sure you agree that $6 is practically nothing for a large comic book collection. So, are you going to pick up The mega pack of dynamite ? What are your favorite comics included in it? Please let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
