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Buffy '97 is a one-shot graphic novel of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer comic book series. Written by Jeremy Lambert and illustrated by Marianna Ignazzi, it was originally published on June 29, 2022, by Boom! Studios.
Synopsis[]
In this special celebratory issue, Buffy Summers and Willow Rosenberg find themselves trapped... in a '90s teen magazine! But obviously it's not just any old magazine-this one's part of a demon's diabolical plan to feed on teenage insecurities. Meanwhile, in true '90s makeover montage-style, Spike gives Giles a hand with a fresh new look to impress a very special someone! Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Buffy the Vampire Slayer by Jeremy Lambert (Doom Patrol), artist Marianna Ignazzi (An Unkindness of Ravens).[1]
Continuity[]
- The panels of the characters' credits are based on scenes with Spike in "Hush," Giles in "Earshot," and Buffy in "Becoming, Part One."
- After Buffy and Willow leave, Madam Want monologues alone until Buffy hears something and return, catching her enemy by surprise. A similar interaction happened between Giles and Ethan in "A New Man."
Summary[]
- This article needs a plot summary.
Appearances[]
Individuals[]
- Catherine (Only mentioned)
- Rupert Giles
- Alexander Harris (Only mentioned)
- Aleksandra Jakubs
- Rachel
- Willow Rosenberg
- Sebastien
- Spike
- Buffy Summers
- Tabitha
Organizations and titles[]
Species[]
Locations[]
- Sunnydale
- Maycee's
- Strike Zone
- Sunnydale Mall
Objects[]
- Razerr Bladez
- Sippy
Behind the scenes[]
Production[]
- The solicitation for this comics initially listed Max Bermis as its writer and the synopsis as following:[2]
- "That Buffy Show," a The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air meets Dawson's Creek style teen drama sitcom, is a perfect fit for the Buffster. It's all going well until the cast gets a taste of the supernatural when the audience totally vamps out! The Scooby Gang is forced to learn actual slayage skills on live television from "TV" Buffy to save their lives, and more importantly... keep the show from being cancelled!
- Yoshi Yoshitani's cover is a parody to the sitcom The Nanny, which aired in 1993–1999.
- Paulina Ganucheau's cover is a parody to the poster for the 1996 slasher film Scream.
Collections[]
Pop culture references[]
- Willow compares the mysterious identity of Aleksandra Jakus with Daft Punk, the music duo known for constantly using helmets that conceal their faces.
- Giles mentions Spike having eaten the breakfast cereal Weetabix.
- Giles talks about the song "Danger Zone" performed by Kenny Loggins, whom Spike mistakes with the saxophonist Kenny G.
Goofs[]
- The eyes of Giles, Spike, and Willow are colored brown in this story; instead, they most commonly appear green, blue, and green, respectively.
Gallery[]
Covers[]
Cover artwork[]
References[]
- ↑ "BUFFY 97 #1 CVR A KHALIDAH." Previews World. Retrieved on June 1, 2022.
- ↑ "BUFFY 97 #1 CVR A KHALIDAH." Previews World. Archived from the original on May 31, 2022.