Review:
Retconning In Comic Books
overall review score: 3.5
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Retconning in comic books is the practice of retroactively changing previously established storylines, origins, or character details.
Key Features
- Changes to established continuity
- Allows for creative flexibility
- Can keep stories fresh and engaging
Pros
- Allows writers to fix inconsistencies or errors
- Can breathe new life into older characters or storylines
- Keeps readers guessing and engaged
Cons
- Can alienate long-time fans who are attached to original stories
- May create confusion or inconsistencies in the overall continuity
- Can sometimes feel like a cheap plot device