247 COMICS Presents / Spotlight #2

Comics legends and today's hottest talent collide in 247 COMICS PRESENTS / SPOTLIGHT, a quarterly anthology of bold new stories and classics curated by executive editor Terry Kavanagh. Every issue features a Cover A by a comics superstar and a Cover B by one of the hottest manga artists on the planet.

HELL WRANGLER by HOWARD MACKIE and MARK TEXEIRA

Gideon Ryder is a man out of time, a cowboy wielding the powers of Hell to fight his way into Heaven and back to the love of his life. But she's been keeping secrets of her own. The team that redefined GHOST RIDER for the '90s rides again, with an exclusive Manga cover by Edison Neo.

CYBER LEAGUE BASEBALL: The Naturals by ANDERSON CARMAN

In the Cyber League, the players aren't athletes anymore. They're bionic monsters, "enhanced" until nothing human is left. Asher refuses to play that game, even with a championship on the line. Now he's leading the Naturals, a ragtag team of all-human players, into the most lopsided fight in sports history. Featuring a Manga cover by MANIX.

AMBER THE ACTRESS by TOM DeFALCO and PAT OLLIFFE

Moving to New York City, Amber Alexander dreams of a career as an actress, but chaos ensures when a calculating competitor attempts to sabotage her. A return to the slapstick, fun and games series like MILLIE THE MODEL. AMBER THE ACTRESS is brought to you by Tom DeFalco and Patrick Olliffe--the team behind SPIDER-GIRL! Featuring a brand new Manga cover by GODTAIL.

NEWMEN by ROB LIEFELD, ERIC STEPHENSON, and JEFF MATSUDA

They were told the Nu-Gene made them the next step in human evolution. The truth is worse. The Nu-Gene was never human at all; an alien race seeded it and raised these teens like livestock. The protectors sheltering them are only waiting for harvest time. Now the NEWMEN must survive long enough to uncover the deadliest secret of all: where their powers really came from. Featuring an Exciting Manga cover by Ro Yoshimiya.

SONS OF THE DEVIL by BRIAN BUCCELLATO and TONI INFANTE

An ordinary man discovers his family tree has roots in a deadly cult. Spanning three decades, this acclaimed psychological horror story explores cults, family, and the darkest corners of human nature. Featuring covers by Toni Infante and Fancis Manapul.

Rating: Older Teens

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