247 Comics Presents / Spotlight #1

Marvel Comics Presents and Dark Horse Comics Presents reimagined for a new generation. 247 COMICS PRESENTS / SPOTLIGHT combines dynamic, exciting stories from today’s top-tier creators together with pioneering classics from the past, curated by executive editor Terry Kavanagh (Marvel Comics Presents). The quarterly ongoing series will feature a gorgeous Cover A from comic book superstars, as well as a Cover B from some of the hottest manga artists on the planet!

ANNO INCARNATE by Howard Mackie and Chris Campana
In the near future, a benevolent A.I. deity has ended all wars, disease and hunger, but Jude Locke, a jaded and wisecracking special forces soldier with unique sensory abilities, launches a dangerous quest to prove that paradise is built on a lie.

CYBER LEAGUE BASEBALL: the Naturals by Anderson Carman
The Cyber League has turned baseball into a sport of cyborgs, "enhancing" players' natural talents by turning them into bionic monsters. But Asher isn't playing ball, not even for the championship. With a ragtag team of unaugmented human players, the Naturals, he's about to start the most lopsided fight in sports history.

NEWMEN by Rob Liefeld, Eric Stephenson, and Jeff Matsuda
They were told the Nu-Gene made them special, a new step in human evolution. The truth is worse. The Nu-Gene was never human at all, but seeded by an alien race that engineered these teenagers like livestock, and the protectors sheltering them are waiting to harvest the herd. Now the NEWMEN must survive long enough to learn the deadliest threat isn't their enemies, but the secret of where their power came from.

DEMON'S BRIDGE by Larry Hama
In feudal Japan, a young ronin crosses a fog-shrouded bridge and encounters a small god and his deceitful acolyte. The little deity possesses magic beads that can materialize endless quantities of rice wine. However, the beads were stolen from a large, dim-witted demon with a flaming sword who demands the return of his property. The deceitful acolyte accuses the ronin of being the thief, and thereby hangs the tale.

SONS OF THE DEVIL by Brian Buccellato and Toni Infante
A psychological horror story about an average guy who discovers he has ties to a deadly cult. Told across three decades, SONS OF THE DEVIL is an exploration of cults, family, and the dark side of human nature.

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