joequesada:

I think you’re misreading my post, I’m not insulting our customers, I’m making a point about “some people” who rather than discuss, debate, agree or disagree in a respectful fashion, post and say things to creators and fellow fans in the most horrible fashion without taking into consideration that the person on the other side loves the art form just as much as they do. There are folks out there who think that we sit in our offices at Marvel twirling our mustaches (I wish I could grow one) trying to figure out how to destroy these characters because… I don’t know, we all want to be unemployed tomorrow?

I love comics. I love this industry. I love these characters. I always have, that’s why I chose to work in this field and I haven’t left. By the way, the same is true of every one at DC, Image, Dynamic, Valiant, IDW, Archie, and all the rest. If they’re working in comics it’s because they love it and can’t imagine being anywhere but here. This doesn’t mean I don’t want to hear, respect or expect criticism, that’s not an issue, it comes with the territory. What shouldn’t be a part of it are the personal attacks that have nothing to do with the work, especially coming from someone who has no idea who you are or what you’re all about.

With respect to the fellas on your list, I don’t know what inexcusable behavior you’re referring to, but I known that they all love this medium and the fans as well. I see them at conventions and online, they’re giving of their time, funny, even cheeky at times, even when provoked in horrible ways. But, I’ve never known them to behave inexcusably.

I’m sorry if you felt insulted by my comment but I think the point I’m making is a valid one, at least from my perspective. It certainly wasn’t directed at our customers as I don’t think the majority of people are guilty of what I’m describing, but those that are make things a lot less fun for everyone from creators to fans and that includes Marvel customers.