Five Collected Editions Hidden Gems!

[@elvaquerovaquero5243]

YES! I love this segment! EVERY month please. I never heard of four of these books.

[@codyshelton]

Really love this segment. It’s nice to hear about books you don’t see often.

[@Stunnedape]

Couldn’t agree more!

[@coyley72]

Totally keep this segment going. They are brilliant and full of gems I’d never heard about. Now, where the heck will I find The Complete Okko!? 😁

[@NearMintCondition]

You got it, brother.

[@krishnansutewari470]

Great episode Uncanny Omar! Love the art in Okko - hopefully I'll be able to get the soft cover collection someday. Here are a few of my Hidden Gems: 1. Iron Wolf - Fires of the Revolution (Chaykin, Mignola, P Craig Russell) 2. Fafhrd & The Gray Mouser (Chaykin, Mignola, P Craig Russell) 3. Drifter (Image Comics - unbelievable!) 4. Nameless (Grant Morrison, Image Comics - also unbelievable!) 5. Trillium (Jeff Lemire) 6. Black Monday Murders (Hickman, Image Comics) 7. Victories (Michael Avon Oeming, Dark Horse) 8. Weird World (original 1970s series with the airbrush art, Marvel Comics) 9. The Olympians (George O'Conner) 10. Moorcock's Elric: Stormbringer by P Craig Russell 11. Moorcock's Corum: Mike Baron & Mignola 12. Starstruck (M. Kaluta) 13. Zero (Ales Kot, Image Comics) 14. Prophet (Brandon Graham, Image Comics) 15. Redlands (Image Comics, most horrifying comic I've ever read)

[@NearMintCondition]

I've read some of those, but you have added some to my list. I really appreciate it.

[@elewoo7131]

Wajt is the order for the elric saga graphic novels adaptation

[@MagicJulienBertone]

NMC used to be considered a hidden gem in the past. This has been changing! Nice smooth music in the background

[@NearMintCondition]

You are so kind.

[@shreyankdas4547]

Love all these different segments Omar has created over the years!!! These videos are amazing as always!!!

[@NearMintCondition]

Glad you like them, my brother.

[@emilianoaguilar8392]

Thank you for doing this video again! Love these hidden gems and “The Best of ---.” Segments.

[@DMM9619]

A lot of nice stories in here. Nearly at 40k also my man well done you deserve it and so much more 👏❤️

[@NearMintCondition]

Thanks a ton, my brother.

[@sergiobenitez4866]

Omar, first of all..¡¡GREAT VIDEO!! Lots of memories from 'Legion of Night'. Loved your selecting 'Wrinkles', one of the best graphic novels to ever see the light from my fellow countryman Paco Roca. If you enjoyed it, I strongly suggest you try to get 'La Casa', one of the few comics in my 30 years of collecting that has moved me to the point of making me cry. And, speaking of things that you should take a look from the Old World: 'Lupus' and 'Blue Pills' (literal translation from the Spanish title, I don't know how has it been renamed there) from Frederik Peeters are a MUST (in fact, almost everything from him is a MUST). In relation to 'Okko', you should try to find 'Kogaratsu', to me, the BEST graphic novel about japanese culture to ever be produced in the French-Belgium comic theatre, period. Alex Alice is one of those names that instantly pops to mind when thinking about the best Europe can offer: check out his take on 'Siegfried' (yeah, that Siegfried, the one from the Nibelung saga) or 'Castle in the Stars' (again, literal translation from Spanish) a GORGEOUS book painted in a way that it seems an Hayao Miyazaki movie. I could continue, but let's leave at that. LOVE your channel. LOVE your spark. KEEP GOING LIKE THAT!!!!

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you so much my friend for all these suggestions. I'm goin go to try to find them.

[@sergiobenitez4866]

@@NearMintCondition Hope you find at least a few of them, Omar. Will be looking forward to hear from your impressions if you manage to get some.

[@jasongriffith2951]

One of my favorite videos you do. Please do more.

[@NearMintCondition]

You got it, brother.

[@johnnieriot13]

Love this video/episode. Great job man. Always killin it

[@NearMintCondition]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@Manuortizp]

That 5 days to die book sure got me interested, the artwork looks awesome.

[@NearMintCondition]

It's gritty and short.

[@michaelemond7315]

I agree with you - that is the finest Whilce Portacio art I have seen. Beautiful collection.

[@alaay1864]

Love your hidden gem segments! Or any top lists videos... Keep it up Omar ✌🏽

[@NearMintCondition]

Glad you like them!

[@seangreen4227]

Hey Omar. Still have my Legion of Night #1 and 2 that I bought off the rack back in the day. Always loved them and Whilce Portacio is an awesome artist. Loved him on punisher, xfactor and xmen.

[@NearMintCondition]

YES he was so overlooked by Lee fans.

[@joshuatehhonguan]

Earth, fire, wind, water, and emptiness is the recipe for Captain Planet 2021. Got a couple of horror hidden gems for you: Red Mother and Redlands. Great video, my man!

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you sir. I think I may have talked about Redlands before. But not Red Mother. :)

[@tomboepplewatercolorsdesig1258]

More please! Keep the Hidden Gems coming!

[@NearMintCondition]

Thanks! Will do!

[@Retrocade1979]

Okko is a really hidden gem. Gorgeous artwork and great story. It's pretty well known in Europe. 👍 Love this videos. Keep it up!

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you so much 😀

[@notorious.k.i.p.]

Great video Omar! I think everybody enjoys these hidden gems videos! Good work my dude!

[@NearMintCondition]

I appreciate it!

[@denisissakov]

This is a really good series of videos. I love this kind of content. Please, keep on doing it!

[@NearMintCondition]

Thanks, will do!

[@dadp12780]

Eagle Fang!!!

[@paolojpmv]

Lots of feels from reading Wrinkles and I'm happy you're spotlighting it!!

[@NearMintCondition]

It's so good!

[@ΑλκιβιάδηςΚαζαμίας]

We don't want second. We want a dozen of those videos

[@marseclipsed5451]

Omar one of your most endearing tics is your desperate desire to find something to do with your hands while speaking. I do the exact same thing.

[@NearMintCondition]

Hahaha when I used to give presentations at work. People would say that about me, but also said that it would keep them listening :)

[@BigT4489]

Never heard of some of these! I for sure wanna try Okko and maybe sample a few of the others. Thanks for doing these Omar

[@NearMintCondition]

My pleasure!

[@jordanthomas4379]

Omar, did you pick up the ‘fantastic paintings of frazetta’ it’s an OHC art book. The first we have got for frazetta in over 20 years.

[@NearMintCondition]

I didn't, but you just reminded me.

[@eeastham7]

Awesome. More of these please.

[@LancetheLibrary]

Great segment! A hidden gem for me (or two, rather) is the Half Past Danger series (1 and 2) by Stephen Mooney from IDW. I don't own the hardcovers, but I read them both on Comixology unlimited. It has beautiful artwork, femme fatales, and is a combination of Indiana Jones and Jurassic Park. Very fun series and I can't wait until a third series comes out.

[@ericturczynowsky3243]

I own both of the hardcovers...such a fun pulp adventure

[@NearMintCondition]

I've not read that series. but I will take a look.

[@GabrielDaty]

Just added Wrinkles to my wishlist, thanks ! Recently I read "Wika" by Day and Ledroit. The steampunk art is incredible with so so many details. The HC is coming out March 16 but you can see previews of the art online.

[@NearMintCondition]

I’ve not read Wika. I need to see about getting it.

[@atheistsince1210]

Once again Omar delivers !! I added Legion of Night to my list coincidentally you mentioned Steve Gerber who is one of my favorite writers Man Thing is close to my psyche and frame of mind these days , Gerber lead a tragic life with many painful moments. Wrinkles looks incredible but it is too close to home and I am frightened by Alsheimers and it’s implications if my loved ones suffered from it and I had to witness thier demise I would go completely insane . FAVOR- please consider the portfolio of Chris Ware and his works he lurks in the Wrinkles territory and is artist and writer at the same time you can laugh and cry all in one page :-)

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you so much for the kind words. Yes, I hate that Gerber went through so much on life. I talked about Rusty Brown as one of my favorite reads of 2020. So I do need to read more.

[@jeffteunissen5487]

always nice to more insight on new options

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you so much.

[@RyanDudziak]

Keep these coming, I love these videos!

[@NearMintCondition]

Thanks! Will do!

[@NFLDude56]

I like when you recommend OOP books. It gives us a heads up what to look out for at shops or at libraries. I think Jim Mahfood's Grrl Scouts is a hidden gem. I don't hear anyone talk about that.

[@NearMintCondition]

Always on the lookout my brother.

[@just23bulls]

I love these vids! A little mixed feelings because I want to buy everything and can’t, but man you’ve introduced some great stories to myself and others. You’re incredible, Omar! Algorithm gang:)

[@NearMintCondition]

I appreciate that, my friend.

[@beardednerdnation5633]

Good Stuff! Love that Grittiness!

[@NearMintCondition]

The best!

[@razrauf24]

Yes there was a death wish remake, with Bruce Willis. The less said about that, the better. Another great segment, with every book having something to offer. That legion of night looks very interesting. Okko I've known about but will wait for a hopeful hc. Wrinkles was so successful that it became an award winning animated film back in 2011. Check it out if you haven't already Omar. Lastly, appreciating the additional editing flair with the PIP (picture in picture) mode. Good job as always.

[@NearMintCondition]

thank you, brother. And yeah, let's not talk about Death Wish.

[@Phil1_427]

KYLE STARKS IS HILARIOUS...and he uses all the pop references from our past Omar!! Wrinkles kinda messed me up...i took care of my grandma at the end and she had alzheimer's...its REALLY good but it was sad

[@GLEN2K12]

I’d love to see you go through all your books Omar, keep em coming mate 😊

[@NearMintCondition]

That's the plan!

[@CadesComics]

That shirt is amazing. I had no idea you could even get an eagle fang karate shirt. I need to try and find one somewhere now

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you so much! They have it at the Cobra Kai store.

[@CadesComics]

@@NearMintCondition great I’ll check it out. Need to get one in time for season 4 haha

[@comicnutt7677]

Nice shirt!

[@NearMintCondition]

I love it and thank you.

[@mnm25chango2]

Great video, thanks Omar! 🙏🏽

[@venomspawn5422]

Love the recommendations. Keep them coming please

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you so much and I will.

[@ZayneLantz]

An indie hidden gem for me is Henchgirl by Kristen Gudsnuk. One of the most fun reads I've had in a while and I don't hear it talked about often. Silly and fun with a lot of heart.

[@NearMintCondition]

I read that a couple of years ago and yes it is.

[@surfingerik69]

Yes! Love this serie!!

[@zombiesrppl2589]

I forgot about the Dead of Winter book. That was my first premium board game that my wife bought me as a present. I will definitely need to pick that up.

[@NearMintCondition]

It's a fun book.

[@ReaperXC]

Love this segment.

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you, brother.

[@ReaperXC]

@@NearMintCondition Amazing Spider-Man volume 5!

[@jointjunkieslangards]

Legion of the Night was a title I always wanted to read. Saw it advertised in books back in the '90s, but I didn't have an LCS anywhere nearby. When I finally got them last year, I was pretty disappointed. I think that if I'd seen it when I was a kid, I'd have been floored by Portacio's art, but my tastes have apparently changed significantly since then.

[@NearMintCondition]

I think lots of it has to do when I read it. I just don't hear anyone talk about it.

[@profayu]

I need The Legion of Night in my collection! This segment is good. Have you ever tried Elmer by Gerry Alanguilan? If not, I'll let you have the privilege of reading it for the first time.

[@NearMintCondition]

I haven't. I'm loving all these new suggestions. Thank you.

[@cody3757]

I want to read dead of winter but nowadays I can watch or read shit with animals that potentially may die.

[@NearMintCondition]

You’ll be good on this one. :)

[@KobbeGson]

Great video! You sold me on Wrinkles!

[@NearMintCondition]

It's so good!

[@nelsoncarvalho6338]

Nice list. I haven't heard of these before so thank you. I just picked up the Strantium Dog Destruction files from my LCS. I'd consider these non-manga and non-American comics hidden gems.

[@NearMintCondition]

I have been reading Strantium since last year.

[@nelsoncarvalho6338]

@@NearMintCondition I didn't know that, I thought you were just reading Dredd. I haven't heard you talk about Strantium Dog or maybe missed that you have. Have your read Slaine, nemesis the warlock or Rogue Troopers?

[@averagejoe8804]

Great suggestions!! Would like to see more

[@NearMintCondition]

More to come!

[@joebeckley9689]

Not sure whether you could call it a hidden gem but it certainly goes under the radar when compared to other vertigo comics n that's DMZ. Absolutely hooked on that from start to finish. Don't understand why it doesn't get much love

[@NearMintCondition]

I think some people haven't read DMZ.

[@Tyler-Clark]

Cool that we can see the full M in your NM on the side. Now to change your background to omni's so we can read the spines of what's behind you lol

[@NearMintCondition]

That is coming. :)

[@jondoe4624]

Legion of Night looks interesting to me. Gives me early Constantine vibes

[@RYCPR]

Please excuse the unrelated question. I'm currently thinking about upgrading my Hellboy tpb collection to the library edition but I'm having trouble finding volume 4 and 5 anywhere. Are the library editions considered evergreen or are they really slowly going out of print? Otherwise, great video as usual. I'll probably pick up Okko, looks awesome and I got a soft spot for the setting.

[@MYTHNL90]

They are one of the few evergreen Dark Horse titles. I think Omar talked about it last Saturday’s livestream. Just wait a little longer, everything is a bit slow due to COVID. But I’m sure the prices will drop soon and the books will be better available

[@NearMintCondition]

They are evergreen and should be back.

[@Rick-nc6nd]

Lots of love from india❤️❤️

[@JuanCruzAlvarezdalberti]

I really like your tops keep the great work

[@NearMintCondition]

Thanks, will do!

[@sharebear421]

Get backers is an excellent late 90s shonen manga. Sadly we didn’t get the full print and Tokyo pop went pop but I still collected what there is

[@deathrattle6376]

Need more hidden gem segments!

[@NearMintCondition]

Thanks! Will do!

[@robertwkeating]

LOL, didn't take you long to sport the new shirt!

[@NearMintCondition]

I love it’!

[@FunnyValentine]

Have you read the arrival by shaun tan? Silent Comic and best art in any medium

[@NearMintCondition]

I haven't but I will look into it. Thank you, my brother.

[@Chandasouk]

My favorite kind of gem!

[@NearMintCondition]

My man!

[@GabrielDaty]

If you enjoyed Okko, keep an eye out for the new series from Hub that I hope will be released soon in English. It's a mystery story among the Aztecs in central Mexico. I read volume 1 in French (released in 2019) and it's has beautiful art and great characters. The translated title would be "The Serpent and the Spear",

[@NearMintCondition]

Ohhh I will keep an eye out for sure.

[@Josh_Greathouse]

UGHHHHHHHH OKKO! That one hurts. I bought water a long time ago, I didn't know about the complete collection and it was a period I couldn't afford much. I love, love comics but this small window for some of these books kill me. I hope they bring this back. Fun list overall though, that last one really looked interesting.

[@NearMintCondition]

It sucks that it had a small print run too. I hope they bring it back as a hardcover.

[@Josh_Greathouse]

@@NearMintCondition Things I say for all the books I have missed out on. Gunsmith Cats (missing first one), Lone wolf and Cub, Ah My Goddess, and so on and so on...ugh.

[@dreamEater99]

What's the mark on center bottom of every page on Wrinkles? Is it part of the design or an overstock mark? Couldn't get my eyes off of it.

[@NearMintCondition]

Just a remainder mark. Nothing special.

[@robertmarquez8883]

Cool Shirt Omar!

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you.

[@frankscomiccastle4928]

You got to try Strange Attractors by Charles Soule. Such an amazing book

[@edy1398]

Hi Omar , love your t shirt ;)

[@NearMintCondition]

Hey, thanks! I do too. :)

[@theimperfectscrapper5313]

I’ve been reading the hardcover bind-up of Sirens by George Perez. I’d give the artwork a 6 out of 5 (it’s stunning artwork) and the story 4 out of 5. The story jumps around a little, going from different time periods and places. But that said, I’m really loving it!

[@NearMintCondition]

I never did get around to reading it and really want to.

[@DzustComics]

Blue in Green is not mały talked about enough. It's a musical existencial horror, that kind of feels like the evil mirror of Daytripper! It's by Ram V, mainly known for These Savage Shores. I usually find horror really boring, but that book made me feel physically cold!

[@CinephileKyle]

My hidden gem recommendation is BTTM FDRS(Bottom Feeders) by Ezra Clayton Daniels and Ben Passmore, if you enjoyed Upgrade Soul give it a look, quick impactful read.

[@NearMintCondition]

I need to read that!

[@Tyler-Clark]

Five Days to Die certainly has an interesting rating on GoodReads.

[@NearMintCondition]

It is.

[@chino062]

Is outcast by Kirk man any good?

[@NearMintCondition]

I really didn't dig it, but know several that do.

[@richardlewis9131]

My 5 hidden gems. Indeh by Ethan Hawke and Greg Ruth. Love the Fox, Love the Lion, Love the Tiger and Love the Dinosaur; all by Frederic Brremaud and Federico Bertolucci.

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you for the suggestions.

[@oliverl.5834]

LEGION OF THE NIGHT is actually part of the Marvel Universe. It's just that there aren't any "important" characters in it. Katherine Reynolds - as you mentioned - appeared before alongside Daimon Hellstrom. Jennifer Kale has been around since the 70s and is connected to the Man-Thing. She was invented by Steve Gerber. In more recent years they've established a connection to the Ghost Rider(s). They even dug up the gur orignially awakening Fin Fang Foom, Chan Liochow. Martin Gold is a guy from their Vampire Stories in the 70s. See, you made me do research. Now I've gotta find those two books. Never heard of them before. Sounds interesting.

[@NearMintCondition]

LOL It really felt like it was never in continuity, because it ends with a cliffhanger to a possible ongoing.

[@oliverl.5834]

@@NearMintCondition No trouble believing that. It certainly looks different enough. Like I said, gotta find these.

[@ericturczynowsky3243]

I have the 5 Days to Die miniseries in single issues...it's an interesting read, to say the least. I didn't think anyone else had ever read it

[@NearMintCondition]

I'm glad I did.

[@MikeFurth]

I’m surprised that the Nao of Brown doesn’t get more recognition. Have you read it?

[@NearMintCondition]

I haven't. I'm loving all these new suggestions. Thank you.

[@sharebear421]

Dang that okko series is super oop

[@kwekvonscaf]

If you like European style samurai stories... check out: Kogaratsu Sadly, you won't find it in English, but since you don't mind reading in Spanish, it should be no problem for you!

[@NearMintCondition]

I can read that. :)

[@Tylawrrr]

I don't consider this book a hidden gem, but I haven't seen you talk about Asterios Polyp by David Mazzucchelli. So for a recommendation, if you somehow haven't read Asterios Polyp, do yourself a favour it's an incredible use of the medium.

[@NearMintCondition]

I need to reread that. It's been ages. Thank you.

[@bartwonderboy1493]

Hidden Gems ? I highly recommend these : NIGHT OF 1000 WOLVES ( IDW Publishing ) Beautiful art by Dave Wachter, would also make a great movie... HICOTEA A NIGHTLIGHTS STORY by Lorena Alvarez and , saving the best for last, THE ONLY CHILD by guojing ( silent graphic novel with wonderful, gorgeous art )

[@NearMintCondition]

The Only Child. Looks amazing. You have peeked my interest.

[@williamjackson6705]

Death Wish did get re-made a few years back with Bruce Willis . Okay but not great. 5 Days To Die just got on the wish list.

[@NearMintCondition]

LOL not great... I may have to check it out.

[@tomaszdziedzic6284]

What's your take on early Hickman? Nightly News, Pax Romana and Manhattan projects?

[@NearMintCondition]

Love them and you'll see some on this segment.

[@enjiepedia]

cant find that okko vol 3!!!! ahhh

[@NearMintCondition]

They are hard to find.

[@JonDelArroz]

The Complete Okko zero copies anywhere and it's beautiful nooooooo

[@barryponsford2433]

I know that feeling - he temps us with the unachievable!

[@MYTHNL90]

Omar just flexin on us

[@fredandmikethedogs7992]

Do chickens have talons?

[@NearMintCondition]

Im talking about real animals! Not Mongooses!!!

[@fredandmikethedogs7992]

Oh snap!

[@lancelot5872]

I’m sorry, was I actually first on a NMC video?

[@MYTHNL90]

wth, where's 'hi, hi again' guy?

[@Ragamuffin-Guesses-cgc-grades]

There's a western book called Bloody Chester that you would probably like.

[@NearMintCondition]

I'll have to check it out.

[@Rick-nc6nd]

Call you pls tell me the price of the walking dead hardcovers that graphics novel

[@jdsantibanez]

Did you see "Arrugas," the animated movie?

[@NearMintCondition]

No I didn’t it. Was it this book?

[@jdsantibanez]

@@NearMintCondition Yes. It's a great animated movie based on the comic.

[@justw7731]

Late to the party but algorithm comment:)

[@NearMintCondition]

Never late.

[@no_reply9857]

It would be better if you start with books that are still in print and do not cost 500 times more on the secondary market. (case in point EKKO)

[@NearMintCondition]

I assume you meant Okko and I did make that disclaimer and my viewers like the thrill of the hunt so they asked me to keep adding books that are OOP.

[@nigelbrown1680]

Troubled Souls by Garth Enis The Alcoholic by Jonathan Ames Alice in Sunderlan by Bryan Talbot 2 Sisters by Matt Kindt Logicomix by Apostolos Doxiadis & Christos Papadimitriou

[@NearMintCondition]

I've read a couple of those, but you got me curious on others.

[@KOLDBLU3ST33L]

Love these, but I wish you wouldn't scroll so far into the Novels. It sort of spoils the initial excitement of never have seeing it.

[@NearMintCondition]

Really trying to meet people half way. Some want more art from all aspects of the book. So I never show the later chapters.

[@maverator]

Oh no, I hope it's not gonna be RIP wallet again.

[@NearMintCondition]

I hope not either.

[@tom3151]

Don't think I have heard of any of these books they sound interesting. Only 3 more patrons to 300 you have grown fast

[@NearMintCondition]

Thank you, so much. People have been amazing.

[@geceergen7920]

85th comment!!! 17 hours.

[@NearMintCondition]

Oh yeah!

[@grzegorzciombor5848]

due ?? :)

[@justinwilson8332]

Algorithm:)

[@NearMintCondition]

My man!