I was really into comics as a kid. I really loved going to the store, picking up a few books and spending the afternoon reading them. I started out on GI Joe, Archie, and Superman. Progressed to Captain America, West Coast Avengers, Fantastic Four, Spiderman, Groo, Elfquest, etc. etc.
I think the last time I bought a book was around 89 or 90. Just moved on to other things.
A friend told me about the new stuff Marvel is doing (Ultimates) and I started checking Marvel's website on a semi-regular basis. With the release of the Ultimate Avenger DVD this week, I broke down yesterday and went to a comic shop.
Came out $45 poorer with the two issue X4 series and the two Ultimate Avenger compilations in hand.
Talk about a big change. I hadn't even picked up a comic in probably 12 or 13 years. I was used to newsprint paper and faded inking. These new books are amazing. Never mind the beautiful artwork.
I see a whole lot more money leaving my pocket in the future. Esp. with the Marvel Civil Wars coming up this summer.