A Vicious Circle

The genre defining, Eisner Award-nominated epic is now complete. Legendary artist Lee Bermejo (Batman: Damned, Joker) and visionary writer Mattson Tomlin (BRZRKR: Fallen Empire, The Batman Part II) join forces for an exhilarating, mind-bending time travel saga spanning from 22nd century Tokyo to 1950s New Orleans to the Cretaceous Era and beyond.

Shawn Thacker is a trained assassin from the future who seeks revenge on the only other man with his affliction—each life they claim propels them both through drastically different times, spanning the distant past and future.

As their destinies intertwine, these two mortal rivals find themselves locked in a battle of wills that spans millions of years… At stake? The course of history itself.

Collects A Vicious Circle #1-3.

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