captain_slinky | That about sums it up.

Found this as a signature line at one of the message boards, and it really summs it all up nicely:

-So, which is better, Marvel or DC?
-Well, Marvel is like your cool uncle who takes you to see R rated movies and ride the fast rollercoasters.... but as awesome as he is, he'll never be your dad.

And to go just a bit further, who are the OTHER publishers in our family? My opinions:

Image is your Older Brother who was really cool till he left for college. Then he dropped out to become a drummer, now lives with his girlfriend and plays XBox all day long while he should be looking for a job.
Dark Horse is that Cousin you practically grew up with, but they moved away when you were both like 11 or so. You only see eachother at familly functions but you always get along right away, even if you are a bit jealous that they're more successful than you.
Archie is your Younger Sister. No matter how old she gets, she'll ALWAYS be your litle sister and never ever a grown-up.
Slave Labor Graphics is that cousin of the opposite sex that's about your age and is a lot like you, only sexier/sluttier/cooler than you. You know it's wrong, but something about this cousin has always gotten you kinda HOT. This cousin makes you feel dirty in a really good way :)