2000 AD ANNUAL 2027

For fifty years 2000 AD has been published every single week, and in celebration of that anniversary, 2000 AD is proud to present its latest and greatest Annual. A host of all-star creators bring their talents to tell six new stories. Featuring Judge Dredd hunting down a serial killer, Robo-Hunter facing off against an old nemesis, Travel photographer Cyd becoming involved with revolutionaries in The Out, fantasy series Hawk the Slayer picks up after the comic book sequel, Fiends of the Eastern Front is set during 1977 and Punk, Disco and 2000 AD all come together in this vampiric horror story, and there is an all-new time-twisting Future Shock tale. The creative line-up of this tome includes Garth Ennis, Rob Williams, Dan Abnett, Michael Carroll, Alec Worley, Ian Edginton, Mark Harrison, Chris Burnham, RM Guera, Alejandro Aragon, Staz Johnson, and Kieran McKeown.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs