Episode notes
Marvel’s cosmic universe just took a major hit… but why did it fail?
In this episode, Corey, Dylan, and Jon break down the news that Marvel has cancelled its post-Jonathan Hickman “Imperial” cosmic line due to low sales. What was supposed to be a new era of space storytelling has seemingly come and gone... and the guys are trying to figure out exactly what went wrong.
🚀 Topics discussed:
What the Imperial line was trying to accomplish
Whether Marvel fans just aren’t interested in cosmic stories
How Marvel’s cosmic characters compare to DC’s
If characters like Nova, the Guardians, and others are being underused or mishandled
Whether Marvel lacks the patience to build long-term interest like they used to
The impact of Jonathan Hickman’s influence on fan expectations
Is the problem the ...