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THURSDAY, JAN. 17, 2002
'Justice League Adventures features old comics heroes
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From left, DC Comics characters Martian Manhunter, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Superman, Batman, Flash and Hawkgirl form the Justice League. Cartoon Network introduced the animated series last November.
By Donovan Atkinson Jayplay writer
On Nov. 17, 2001, Cartoon Network premiered its new series, Justice League, a cartoon based on the popular DC Comics superhero team. Though Justice League appears in its own monthly comic book title JLA, DC has rolled out a new monthly series based on the television show Justice League Adventures.
Justice League.
The new series, like the TV show,
follows the adventures of a team of the
world's greatest heroes. The lineup
includes well-known characters
Superman, Batman and Wonder
Woman, as well as lesser-known char-
acters Green Lantern, Flash, Martian
Manhunter and Hawkgirl.
The series works to create an ensemble feel, giving each of the characters a role of equal importance in the story and perhaps putting one character in the spotlight for a short amount of time.
Diversity also is a part of the cast, as the creative team behind the book has chosen to use John Stewart, the African-American Green Lantern, to break up the virtually all white League line-up. The series also includes Hawkgirl to provide another female character.
The creative team has decided to keep this book simple, targeting a younger audience who may not be able to fully grasp some of the epic storylines of the current JLA title. This does not mean that older readers will not enjoy book, as the stories are not inane, but streamlined of extra action or subplots.
Stories also are kept to the length of a single issue, which keeps the stories simple and straightforward. This also aids the reader, who may not be able to find the title in stock on a regular basis. Thitatallows readers to miss an issue or two and not miss any changes in the story.
However, the brief story structure keeps the writer from exploring the
encharacters in depth. In the first two issues, the characterization of several characters was inconsistent. Hawkgirl was portrayed as more subdued in the first issue and feistier in the second.
Additionally, the creative team (the writer and artist) changes from issue to issue, and one writer's interpretation of a character may be different from another's.
The artwork, although done by a different artist each month, remains in the same style. Bruce Timm, the animator behind Justice League, developed the style with his work on Batman: The Animated Series, Superman and Batman Beyond.The style is clean, with simple lines and shading and bold, bright colors.
With straightforward stories, clear artwork and a cast of recognizable, colorful characters, Justice League Adventures is a book worth reading.
Justice League Adventures is published monthly by DC Comics with a newstand price of $1.99.
writer@kansan.com. This story was edited by Jay Krall.
Contact Atkinson at
As a new semester begins, students once again face long classes, tiring jobs, stacks of homework, noisy roommates, late nights and poor diets. All this leads to one thing: stress.
Classes bring new stress
By Alicia Urban Jayplay writer
Stress is not always a bad thing — in fact, it can be useful. There's nothing like a little stress-fueled panic to inspire an English essay or fuel an all-night studying binge.
Usually,however,stressful assignments problems or events just keep piling up and this is when stress can go from a good thing to a big problem.
Dianne Williams, Burlington freshman, said most of her stress came from her classes.
"Papers, big tests and major pileups stress me out," Williams said. "It seems like everything is due on the same day."
RHYMING is use on the basis of:
School also creates tension in Lesley
Huhes. Tucson, Ariz., senior.
"Getting into graduate school is my main stressor," Hughes said. "I am a music major, so I have a lot of auditions."
Annie Monfort, Iola sophomore, said her stress came from within.
"I put pressure on myself to do the best I can." Monfort said. "But I tell myself it's okav — I don't have to be perfect."
Students can take several steps to prevent stress from building up in their lives. Bill Smith, spokesman for Watkins Health Center tells students to write out schedules, eat a balanced diet, exercise and avoid caffeine and tobacco products. Most importantly, Smith said, "Find time for yourself."
Williams has her own way of relieving stress.
suscess.
"I write a lot. I write in my journal, or I sit and write poetry or short stories," she said.
Contact Urban at aurban@kansan.com. This story was edited by Sarah Smarsh.
STRESTEST
___ I get seven to eight hours of sleep at least four nights a week.
___ I eat at least one hot,
balanced meal per day.
Got stress? To find out, take this quiz, which was created by two psychologists from the Boston University Medical Center.
To finish the questionnaire, read each statement and consider your usual behaviors, scoring yourself on the following scale:
1=always, 2=most of the time,
3=sometimes, 4=almost never,
5=never.
___ I exercise to the point of perspiration at least twice a week.
___ I smoke less than half a pack of cigarettes per day.
___ I take fewer than five
I have at least one relative on whom I can rely within 50 miles.
___ I give and receive affection regularly.
___ I regularly attend club or social activities.
alcoholic drinks per week.
___ I am the appropriate weight for my height.
___ I have an income adequate to meet basic needs.
___ I have a network of friends and acquaintances
___ I get strength from my religious beliefs.
I have one or more friends to confide in about personal matters.
when single or work heal ___ I have regular conversations with my roommates about domestic problems such as chores, money and daily living issues.
I am able to speak
openly about my feelings
when angry or worried.
___ I do something for fun at least once a week.
___ I am able to organize my time effectively.
I drink fewer than three cups of coffee, tea or cola per day.
I take quiet time for myself during the day.
I am in good health, including eyesight, hearing, dental health, etc.
Add the scores and compare the score to the results listed below.
Less than 50: You are not vulnerable to stress at this time.
Over 50. You are vulnerable to stress. Look at the reasons for stress in your life and identify strategies for dealing with it.
dealing with it.
70-95: Indicates a serious vulnerability to stress. Major lifestyle changes may be needed to avoid the harmful effects of stress.
95-100: Indicates extreme vulnerability to stress.
Outside assistance, such as counselors, may be necessary.
Source:www.muskingum.edu
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