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Included in some of the issues of DDP's Voltron comic run this column contains emails, and maybe actual letters sent by fans that would be responded to by Crank at the end of an issue. A letter written by Jordan Akiyama apears twice orignannly apearing in 4 and apearing again in 5 for convenence his letter is omitted from the section covering 5's fan mail. Some of the fans who sent Crank letters were prolific members of the Voltron fandom of the era. Shannon Muir creator of the Denubian Galaxy Starmap, Eddie McKeirnan a.k.a SGB the creator of the Voltron Image Archive as well as active member of the now defunct Offical Voltron Forums and PrincessAlluraP a moderator of said forums and even Official Board Princess.

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REVELATIONS #4 AUGUST 2003 FAN LETTERS COLUMN

Hey there... this month we thought we l take a second to answer some emails. I'm Crank and I'll be your host for the moment, so sit back, relax and read what someone else has to say:

I'm a HUGE Voltron fan. Also, I am so happy with the revamp off the Voltron Series. I've collected the first 4 issues (Voltron issue 0-3 including all 3 Val 1 covers) and so far I am most totally happy with the new series. Story line is well done, and art work is excellent. The only problem I had was in Voltron issue 1, there's a moment where Keith and Alura have almost this moment. Not that I'm complain’n, cuz Keith is cool, but not as cool as Lance. Mostly everyone I've talked to thinks Lance is far much cooler than Keith, and most everyone l've talked to thinks the Princess and Lance should be together. Even in the cartoon there was chemistry between the two.

Lance was always defensive of the Princess, and the Princess kissed him on several occasions as well. I just think that Lance and the Princess Should end up together.

Lance is one of the coolest characters and the Princess is super hot. I don't know... just wanted to throw my 2 cents in on the subject. If you guys play things out that way, that would be the coolest thing in the WORLD! But if you guys got other plans, I understand. Just wanna say keep up the good work. And I will be out there waiting to collect the future issues.

Jordan Akiyama

Jordan! Glad you're digging what we've served up so far, we're having a lot of fun making it As for Allura... wel.... there's no ring on her finger yet!

I want to suggest that are you planning to have Voltron team up with the Transformers in the future? It will be great to see Voltron kicking Megatron's butt. And I want to say that you made Voltron the best comic book ever.

Joey Corchado

Joey m'man! There is simply no contest there.

Voltron would gobble that little popgun and likely use the Constructicons to wash it down with. *chuckle* That opinion aside, currently there's no plan to team up Voltron with anyone ... but hey who knows what could happen when Skeletor's involved... I mean ... what?!

Hey I love your Voltron I think it looks amazing.I was wondering if you could shine any truth on the possibility of a Power Rangers Dinothunder/Voltron comic team up?. Personally I think it would be great..keep up the great work...

Alex

Hey Alex! No plans there, but if the Kira Ford character wants to make a trip to Arus, won't stop her!

Hi there from New Zealand.

Just a quick note to say how i am enjoying the new voltron series. I have memories of the series when it was on tv, a long time ago and decided to take a chance when I learned about the five part series coming and so far, it has been excellent.I do hope that at the end of the five parts, that maybe more can be told, or the voltron legend has many stories to tell,and I for one would be happy to stick around and watch the legend continue.

All the best and keep up the good work.

Andrew J Lee: New Zealand.

Andrew, you're in luck! There's another mini planned that will continue the tale of Voltron. Man you should see the ideas pouring out of Dan's head ... I mean literally ... the mess .... it's kinda gross.

Hi, The first issue of Voltron was great. Is it a limited or ongoing series? Will we see Voltron I (Vehicle Voltron) or Voltron II (Albegas or Gladiator Voltron)?

Dan

Dan you're the writer, why are you asking me? What's that? Oh you're a different Dan ... Ok well to fill you in: The current story arc is a 5-issue mini with a 0 issue thrown in for good measure, and there will be another coming up soonish!

OK closing time ... thanks for writing and more importantly plunking you're hard-earned dollahs down and reading the book. We're having a heck of a time and hope you all enjoy it till the end ….. g’bye now, be good - crank

REVELATIONS #5 SEPTEMBER 2003 FAN LETTERS COLUMN

Hello and welcome back to our corner of the universe! I’m Crank and I’m reading your mail… not in the bad violating personal privacy way, but because you’ve sent it to us!

I do have to admit I was slow to warm up to the VOLTRON comic. I knew going into it that it would be a revamp as much as a retelling, but initially was not prepared for the new take I discovered. It did not mesh with my past knowledge, as a long-time VOLTRON fan who dealt more than a few times with the rights holders, of how the property had been handled in the past. With each new issue, I see the storytelling take shape in its own right. Dan Jolley has a difficult task staying true to the essence of what makes VOLTRON loved while telling a fresh story, and I believe rises to the challenge fairly well. May he continue to get the opportunity to do so, and have great help such as Mike, Clint, Clayton, Brett, and the rest of the Devil's Due staff to bring it to light through art.

Shannon Muir

Los Angeles, CA

Shannon, much thanks for the warm words. We think Dan is doing a great job on this take as well, but we're sort of... you know... biases...

That and he pays me good money to sing his praises (just pulling your leg Dan, the check’s in the mail right?).

To the gang at DD, I just want to congratulate you on the Voltron comic.

You guys are doing a wonderful job. The art work is great and the writing has been superb. I was initially skeptical about the comic, fearing that it might be poorly handled. But boy, was I wrong. The comic has been fantastic and I have not been disappointed. Keep up the good work guys. I look forward to all future issues. Oh, and could you print my letter? Pwetty please?

Eddie McKeirnan

Eddie since you put it so nicely, I will indeed print your letter... there... now it's printed and hanging on my wall.. that wasn't what you meant? ok, I'll put it in here for good measure! Glad to see you're catching what we're throwing here, thanks for writing!

Hey Pidge!

Is there ANYWAY, or any plans in the works, for actually subscribing to THE Voltron comicbook? By the way, EXCELLENT job to all involved. I was intensely skeptical at first, but you guys ROCK!

Anywho, it just gets a little hairy trying to find the issues. Let me know, once you get a chance:)

Thanks much and even more!

Nancy

a.k.a. Zoltaire the Inscrutable

Nancy, currently we don't offer subscriptions, we're just not set up for it.

But don't go away disheartened just yet! You can order anything we put out through our online store at http://www.devil-dealer.higstep.com !

Thanks for enjoying our work and taking the time to write in, you guys are the ones who rock.

Hi,

I'd just like to say fantastic comic. The best. Anyways, I was just wondering if Voltron is an ongoing series or not and when issues 4 and 5 are coming out this month and the next, cause it doesn't say on imagecomics.com.

Thanks,

Paul de Banzie

Paul, Voltron indeed will be continuing on, with but a brief break after issue 5 of the current arc. By now issue 4 is on the stands and if you're reading this you've got issue 5, so...

Well, gang this wraps up issue 5. Stay tuned, we've got plenty more surprises, action and intrigue coming up for you soon in the next arc …..

thanks for coming along with us! - Crank

PARADISE LOST #1 JANUARY 2004 FAN LETTERS COLUMN

Unless you're some sort of kooky person, you probably read the issue before wandering back here to the no man's land at the end of the book, so let me take this grand opportunity to urge you to write in and let us know what you think of the issue. I'm crank and I'm your resident reader of the writing ... or something. Now onto some letters from Vol.1:

Hi, I just wanted to say that I really enjoy the Voltron comics that you are putting out. I keep looking forward to each one as it arrives. It feels like such a long wait as I order them then have to wait until they arrive but it is well worth it. Each issue has such an intresting cliff hanger and it's nice to see that you are going about taking a different route in how they find the Lions. The cliff hanger for this issue 3 is really intriguing. I can't wait to see if Sven is going to be all right. He is one of my most favorite characters and would like to see if he can hang around a little bit longer. Looking forward to issue 4. Also I was wondering how many issues there are going to be, I've heard a lot of talk that there are only going to be 6 put out I hope that you plan to put out more than just 6. Keep up the good work.

Take care,

Karen Millett

I just wanted to tel you how much I have enjoyed the Voltron comic so far. The back-story was altered from the mid-late 80's cartoon,(which I loved) but not so much as to be outrageous. Actually I rather liked what the writer came up with. I've heard he actually lives relatively close to me. (30-40 miles) In reading the e-mails in the back of issue 4, there were several requests to extend the series. I wish to add my voice to those. I would love to see it become a regular, monthly publication. Keep up the wonderful work with the story and the art.

Live Long

and

Prosper,

TSH

Hiya Karen! Hiya TSH! Your wish has been granted as this, the first issue of Volume II, heralds the beginning of Voltro as an ongoing series. Hope you enjoy our work for a long time!

Someone asked in issue 4 if Vehicle Voltron or Albegas would appera in the comic. What's the deal?

Terry Finnie

To borrow a recurring line Dan Jolley uses when asked on the message boards about plot points coming up ... 'Wait and see!' *grin* (but just between you and me here ... you'll see them in some form or the other sometime)

Hi, Crank Does Pidge know you"re using his account? :P FINALLY got my hands on 4 (still need 3, probably 5 too by now). It sucks to be behind. Ah well. Cool issue. The cover lied to use! Oh, and I'd like to add my vote in for a Power Rangers?Voltron crossover. Personally, I'd go with Wild Force. "Voltron, Double Knuckle Mode", anyone? Besides, Alyssa's cute (and could probably kick Lotor around with little trouble... without morphing) *looks at the other letters* Well, yes, that makes sense. Skeletor IS playing around with Dimensional magic. Forget the Constructicons. What about the predaking gestalt? (Razorclaw and co; can't call 'em Predacons because of Beast Wars).

Alan Wilkinson

ssshhhh! If Pidge finds out he'll sic Hunk on me! Thanks for writing Alan!

Hey! I just wanted to say great job bringing back Keith and his boys (and Allura, of course)! I was wondering, when will VV be making their appearance? Anytime in the near future? Keep up the great work.

Linda Ransom

Oh definitely! Maybe. Most likely at any rate. *ducks*

I think it's time I made my exit gang. Join us again next month for more sassy letter action!

-Crank

PARADISE LOST #2 FEBUARY 2004 FAN LETTERS COLUMN

Hello and welcome back! I'm Crank and I respond nicely to attention:

Hey all,

Just a note to say that I think you guys are right on target with the new Voltron comic. I couldn’t be more delighted in the way you are portraying my favorite space explorers. And a quick word about that whole love triangle thing….Lance is a great guy, but he’s not for Allura. This is com ing from a huge Lance fan, but I’ve gotta go with the canon pairing. Keith and Allura belong together, and we all know it. Who knows what might have happened had Lance not bumbled, albeit unknowingly, into their talk in Issue #4? Keep up the great work. I am very eager to see how you’ve handled the rendering of the Vehicle Force as well.

Thanks,

Linda Ransom

Ah yes, Keith and Allura … it’s interesting watching what happens to them, no?

Thanks for writing Linda!

Hello,

My fiancé has been a big fan of the new “Voltron: Defender of the Universe” series since it began back in the spring time. Anyway, recently she has become concerned about the irregular shipping intervals. The first three issues seemed to come out right on time on a monthly basis. Since then it has been anybody’s guess when it will arrive. My question is….is Voltron supposed to be a monthly title? Or has it been changed to some other schedule? I hope there are no circumstances that are putting Voltron’s publication in jeopardy as I like to encourage my fiancé to read and enjoy comics as much as I do.

Thanks,

Joe Hollon

Wilmington,

Ohio

Joe, no worries – Voltron is doing fine and dandy. You see, the first volume was a limited series with a planned gap between the last issue and the first of volume two. Now, Voltron is an ongoing monthly series and your fiancé can expect to read the book on a regular basis.

Whoa. Awesome stuff. Allura flying the Blue Lion was a nice touch, though I should have figured out that little twist from the cover. And after Issue #0’s comment on ‘Removing formulaic elements’ I was afraid we wouldn’t get ‘Form Blazing Sword!’, but we did and for that I’m grateful.

Though considering the body of Voltron is Black Lion’s department, should’t Lance and Hunk’s line (IIRC, I don’t have the issue to hand as I write this) have been ‘Form Arms and Fists!’? Just a thought.

Also (being me) I can’t help wondering if there were any other weapons in the lore (or made up fresh) to go with the Blazing Sword. Arctic Cannon? Psyber Shield?

Oh and I have a complaint regarding the letters page. How did Jordan Akiyama (again, IIRC) get the EXACT SAME LETTER printed two issues in a row? Consider your wrist slapped, Crank.

Beside’s, everyone knows Allura is Pidge’s girl. :p

Alan Wilkinson.

Seabrook, U.K.

…still hoping for a Voltron/Wild Force crossover.

Ooops! I was having a bad month for filing? I actually made the same mistake in another column, so imagine the egg on my face! I’m keeping better track these days… I guess I can take it as a sign that someone’s reading the letters besides me, right?

Greetings, Crank

-Crank

Had to write to give the Voltron staff at Devil’s Due kudos for the work they’ve done on the series thus far. I know there have been attempts to relaunch Voltron in the past, but nothing compares to the story quality and substance of Devil’s Due’s rendition. Volume #1 was an excellent start for readers young and old--it gave the Voltron universe some sophistication it really needed. I’m glad the classic story formula has been thrown to the side, and hope that the series never falls into that. The psycho-cybernetic bonding to the lions is an interesting touch, it helps explain that this is alien technology to the avid reader (Power Rangers is for kids-- it has nothing on this).

I’ve just finished reading book #1 of the ongoing series, and am pleased with how Vehicle Voltron is going to be born. There's drama on various levels: the love triangle evolving with Keith, Allura and Lance; Sven’s alienation from the force; Lotor’s coming of age; and of course the Galaxy Garrison’s invasion of Arus for the lions. It’s an awesome way to start off the series, and I’m feverishly waiting for the following chapters--I hate when they end.

Anyway, I will be supporting you with each book. Keep up the drama, suspense and surprises.

Mike Jenkins, Illustrator

Thanks Mike, we like to think we’re doing a good job and it’s letters like this that keep us on the shining path. Dan and Marie are working their butts off to keep the story both surprising and entertaining and I think it shows.

Being a fan of Voltron since I can remember, and devoting 7 years to maintain a website about the series, I was at first hesitant at the first preview images of the first series of the Voltron Comic book series since it wasn’t as close to the original show as I would have liked. However, Dan did a remarkable job in pulling me into his world; into his vision and making me want to know what he is doing to make Voltron recapture that passion; the fascination I was lured to when I first watched the tv series. He’s done a remarkable job on the first mini-series, and I must say that with issue #1 of the 2nd mini series. He has done something that has made this fan nearly cry. He’s outdone himself in taking his vision and making sure that we are along for the roller coaster ride. EJ Su’s introduction to the series is a godsend. I’m new to his style, but I am in awe of his talent. It’s good of Devil’s Due to bring on the many talents so far to a comic book series that was 20 years in the making. This is a good way to start the New Year off as the fans of the series begin to celebrate Voltron’s 20th Anniversary. I am looking forward to the many surprises ahead in the nest issues for the series and I hope that Dan will continue to keep up the great work he has done so far. Hope that Devil’s Due will bring us more Voltron in the years to come.

Keep up the good work guys; you’ve definitely turned me from being critical of the comic, to a huge fan.

Dani “Arus” De Wald

http://www.arus.org/

High praise indeed ... I’ve already commented on how hard Dan and Marie are working so now I’ll say that E.J., Clint, Clayton and Ben are really putting in mass effort here as well. The end result seems to be a good product, no? Thanks for writing Dani, here’s hoping we keep you entertained for a long time.

Hey Crank and everyone and DDP!
What can I say about Issue 1, Paradise Lost, Treachery??? There are not enough words in the English language that would describe what I'm thinking...but they all end up meaning FABULOUS!

I like Princess Allura’s developing character! She's becoming a tough Princess whose not afraid to stand up for what she believes in...and at the same time, not afraid to show emotions or try to help others discover hidden emotions of their own. (ie, Keith!)

As a Keith/Allura fan, I’m seeing the tension mounting between Keith and Lance, as Lance is obviously vying for Allura’s attention, and he’s pouring on the charm! I like Keith’s reaction to it...very nicely done! And speaking of Keith...WOW! Does he look good!!! He looks more like the anime cartoon Keith from the 80s that I remember... he's tough, got a tough look to him, but he's soft in appearance, eazy to relate to, and at the same time, stands up for what he believes in!

‘Crank’ it up, Crank!!! ;)

Adele

(PrincessAlluraP)

Hiya Adele! Sorry to ruin it all for you but as Alan mentioned in a letter above, everyone will know that Allura is Pidge’s girl ... umm ...

Moving on to my closing:

Thanks for reading gang, see you back here in 30-ish

PARADISE LOST #3 MARCH 2004 FAN LETTERS COLUMN

Hello again, welcome back to my corner. I'm Crank and I type things to you:

I have been a huge fan of Voltron since 1984. When you guys brought Voltron back to life last year I couldn't imagine anything better... Until now with the release of Voltron volume 2! I can already tell that this is going to be an amazing story arc. The cover of the first issue alone, brings quite the punch and excitement before even beginning to read! Therefore, I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my child’s imagination’s heart for doing such a great job with the story and art of Voltron. Keep up the unbelievable work!

Kevin Buckstiegel

Chicago

Thanks Kevin, it’s been a load of fun here as well. It's a lot like rediscovering toys you forgot you had and getting to play with them again for a living!

Wow. That’s all I have to say. Just wow. This is the best comic I’ve read in years. The art is fantastic and so’s the writing. Kudos to Dan and EJ and Clint and Clayton and Ben and Crank and the intern at the water cooler and anybody else I forgot. I can’t wait to see what happens next with Vehicle Voltron and Lion Voltron going at it.

Josh Lipowsky

Josh, you should encourage the interns to just stand around the WC like that, it’s bad news I tell ya’. Thanks for the kind words, keep on readin!

Best story so far!

Terry Finnie

*grin*

Meant to drop you guys a line back when I finished issue 5 of the last series. It was fabulous, darlings. And I’m highly pleased that you’ve been able to expand it into a continuing series.

It is, however, 3 a.m. now, so I’ll merely paste in my commentary to some friends. Because I liked this issue. *g*

So... Wow. The end was unexpected. I was groaning and rolling my eyes when the ship crashed. “Gosh,” said I, “They're already starting the stupid ‘Princess Allura gets a boyfriend who turns out to be a bad guy’ plots.”

Boy, was I wrong.

Sven? Cool as heck.

Allura? Also darn cool. I love her standing up to the Galaxy Garrison guy. Made me happy.

Keith? Needs to find Scott Summers, and have a long discussion on who’s life is worse. If Dave Creegan’s along, they may have to play poker, or three-way pool.

The rest of them were ok. Coran was irritating, Pidge is still a twit, Hunk was nearly non-existent. And I liked Merla. Heh. Heh. Heh.

But Sven still flonqing rocked. Duuuude.

Oh! And I liked the underground city. This makes a lot of logical sense, for a planet that’s been constantly under attack for the last eon (or whatever).

Thank you, and keep up the good work!

Lyss

That’s a whole lotta letter there Lyss. Neat to know we were able to surprise you!

I would like to see a miniseries featuring all the Power Rangers of the past and present teaming up with Voltron in each issue, then the final issue could be triple sized and have the combined power of all Power Rangers and Voltron, also you could put in Stealth Voltron too! Oh yeah I told Pidge that you got in his email account, so expect Hunk to come seeing you soon!

Time to be evil!!

George Rodd

Evil indeed. Despite the fun that could ensue, I just don't see a Zord in Voltron’s future due to licensing concerns, etc. But hey, stranger things have happened!

Thank you so much for producing such a great book.

I am a long-time Voltron fan and I always feel a wretched disappointment when seeing animation and/or comics that fail to deliver. But Voltron continues to meet all expectations and even more. I appreciate the differences in the re-telling since your readers have grown up, and so have their critical tastes. I was hoping Voltron wouldn't be cheesy or one-dimensional, but you’ve succeeded in bringing creativity and a more developed plot with its older readers in mind. After all, what's the joy in reading something you can watch if it’s exactly identical. Great thanks for the beautiful artwork and the complex presentation of its characters. And thank you for novel subplots that maintain believability but were never presented from the show. Keep it up guys, we're thirsting for more.

Yohan

Dan and Marie are really delivering the goods, no? Thanks for the kind words Yohan!

First, I'll say that I was a huge fan of the *original* anime series. I say original because the later, CG series was, well . . . Such derogatory terms are bet6left unwritten.

I was thrilled and a bit concerned when I heard you were going to start this title. I thought of it like I thought of it like I thought about the Lord Of The Rings movies: “They have either buggered it or done it really well.” Well, like the movies, you did not bugger it; not by a long shot.

The artwork is excellent. I will say, however, that I prefer the depiction of Princess Allura in issues 1-5 over that in issue 0. On the other hand, I like “0’s” version of the Castle Of Lions a bit better. This is only my personal preference, though. Both are excellent.

The story, while slightly different from the original, is extraordinary. My sincere congratulations to Mr. Jolley on a job very well done. One of his innovations I particularly liked was that the five Lions and Voltron are cyberneticly controlled.

Marvelous idea!

One thing that always bothered me in the anime series was their uniforms. Why, If Keith's Lion was black, and Lance’s was red, were their uniforms reversed? I am hoping you will be addressing this.

I truly hope this will be an ongoing series.

Once again, job well done.

PAX VOBISCUM (Latin-Peace be with you)

Live Long & Prosper

Timothy S. Hill

Well Tim, at this point you’ve no doubt seen how the matter of the suits was handled ... sometimes you just have to go with what's in available in your size.

Greetings,

I want to let you know that I am a long time Voltron fan, and I am enjoying this comic series thus far. However I was curious if you were going to go with the Keith/Allura romance thing? I was never a big fan of Allura, still am not although I will admit she has greatly improved from the wimpy little crybaby she was in the series. Personally, I think Keith needs a more aggressive woman to get him to open up. Maybe an old flame from his days at the academy shows up or something, hmmm? :) Could spice things up! Even add in some humorous moments and see a side of him you don’t normally see! Oh well, just an idea. Keep up the great work and keep those issues coming!

-Jennifer Tribbett

Hiya Jennifer! Allura’s made great strides since the days of the “toon. She’s kicking butt and taking names even! *grin* You keep reading ‘em and we’ll keep ’em coming – deal?

PARADISE LOST #4 APRIL 2004 FAN LETTERS COLUMN

Hi there! I read what you write and you return the favour:

I just wanted to drop a note to you good folks how much I enjoy the comic. I watched the cartoon when I was a little girl and had a huge crush on Lotor. I’m only a little embarrassed to admit that I felt a bit flushed with fangirlish delight upon seeing the Devil’s Due version, especially with that *ahem* nice montage of his practice fight in the first issue of the ongoing series. It must be the pointed ears.... Anyway, I also wanted to mention how impressed I am with the comic as a whole. There's so much detail put into the personalities of the pilots and those around them, as well as the plots and sub-plots. And the art is spectacular. I haven't read comics for years but I'll definitely be picking up subsequent copies, even when my favourite villain isn't in an issue. This is the best comic I’ve seen for a long, long time!

An eternal fan,

Whoah! That's a better response than I've been able to get from the opposite gender lately! *grin* How many comics today can claim to get that kind of reaction from a woman? Thanks for the warm words VW!

Hi. I really love the Voltron comics. Growing up with Voltron, and now being able to immerse myself in your stories has been fantastic. Question, I was interested in obtaining a complete list of published Voltron comics? Is one available. I’m talking about a list that shows all the various covers to all the issues, TPB, convention exclusives, etc. I believe I have the complete list, but want to be sure.

Thanks for your help,

Mike

Mike, I don't think there's been anything published yet that checklists the complete list of variants etc. but we're adding to the website regularly so it may show up there.

Thanks for reading!

Man, oh man, oh man! You guys are flat awesome with this comic, I wait with bated breath for the next issue! Will our fave force of space explorers plus one royal free the lions? Will Keith give Allura that big sloppy (maybe not sloppy, but...) kiss we all KNOW he's dying to give her? Will Jeff PLEASE do something with his sideburns? Really, ya’ll, I LOVE THIS SERIES! Thank you soooo much for bringing our fave defender back to us! (Who knows maybe the 80’s toon revival will be enough to squash the evil plaguing after-school and Saturday TV that is Power Rangers? We can only hope!) :) Seriously though. You guys are doing great work. Keep on with the series, and kick some major Vehicle Voltron butt for me! (yeah, you heard me right!)

LION VOLTRON RULES!

Zoltaire the Inscrutable

There is much butt-kicking to be had all around in issue #5, I'm buying Jeff a Gillette Mach 3 Turbo for his birthday, and Keith will .... ah, now that would be telling. Thanks for writing Ms. Inscrutable!

Just to let you know crank, This new series of Voltron is beautiful done and I like the way you have brought the vehicle team into the picture. I have been a fan since 1983 and I can't wait for each new issue. I was wondering how far down the road till Merla and Lotor hook up, and try to corrupt the Voltron team. Also for a wish list, there should be a Voltron video game based on this comic. It’s a great plot. I have my ideas but can't share. Thanks and great job guys. By the way Allura and Keith all the way....

Sean Ruark

Denver Colorado

Hiya Sean, I’d love to see a good Voltron video game myself, except I’d probably get locked up on it like I do most games and wouldn't get this column in on time. Hmm, and as far as Merla and Lotor go it might be sooner than you’d think.

Hello,

I just read Volume issue #2 and I have to say that I like what I've seen so far. I must say that with your remake of the Voltron mythos you have stayed true to the original series while at the same time told your own story. Unlike a re-imagining of another beloved property on the Sci-Fi channel that will remain nameless.

I loved Vehicle Voltron when I was a kid, and I'm wondering what plans there will be for this Voltron, and what treatment he will be given. Hopefully it will be good. Out of the whole Vehicle Voltron series there was only one line said about his origins that I remember, about a doctor that made secret adaptations to Vehicle Voltron and these secrets that the Doctor took with him to the grave. This was when the Garrison were testing a new robot based on the original plans for Vehicle Voltron, and not the ones apparently used for Vehicle Voltron’s construction.
I also wonder if the ‘Voltron Knock-Off' will ever see the light of day. Granted I never saw that aspect of the Voltron mythos. When the toys came out I was wondering just what those were. I knew the vehicles and the lions. That was it.

Well take care all. See you in a month.

John Chubb

Granville, Ohio

You know, I never knew a thing about Albegas, until a few years ago, myself. I even had them as a kid and never got why they weren't on the television. I think it's a safe bet you won’t be seeing much of him in our book either.

Hey Crank--

I know you get tons and tons of letters every month, so I'll make this short and sweet. I’m a Voltron fan from way back in the day, so when the V3D episodes came out I was disappointed; to say the least. I felt like the cartoon that I had grown up with had become a stranger as the story line was changed so much. In my mind Voltron had died with the last of the original 80’s series.

Enter the Devil’s Due Voltron comic. I was skeptical at first, but then the wonderful online group that I belong to had nothing but good things to say about your comic. So I picked up a copy, and all I can say is it's truly awesome work! DD is doing a great job of creating the new storyline, while staying true to the original series. I feel like I've been reintroduced to an old friend. Thanx for resurrecting this classic for a new generation :)!

-teri-

Aka- Princess Evality

No ... thank you , Teri, for joining us each month. It’s always great to hear that we're doing good work and making the peoples happy!

Almost 20 years and Voltron is back as a cartoon instead of 3D. YESS!!!! Your artwork is magnificent and it has a great storyline. My hope is to see a real ending, because the TV series didn't show completely. I will like to see if Keith will marry princess Allura and become a king. I saw some story rearrangement, I suppose that the mice are real instead of robotic ones. The only thing I will not like at all is to see both Voltrons fighting each other, because I will see Pidge and his brother in a difficult situation!!! Another thing, will we be seeing the Vehicle Force Voltron in its own ongoing series? Will the abandoned Voltron, the one that didn't make it, (see vol. 2 issue 2), THE KNOCK-OFF ONE have its own Origin mini series? I hope to see the 1st Volume miniseries in paperback soon and with hope a new TV series, a cartoon one with this artwork to be exact. I am counting on you guys.

Sincerely,

Abdias F. Colon

San Juan, Puerto Rico

PS Both Voltrons rock!!

Abdias, I’d be proud as a new poppa if a new ‘toon came out and we had anything to do with it. There aren't any plans just yet to do any Voltron spinoff series, but who knows?

That’s it for the time being gang, be good till next time and don't forget to write! - crank

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