ADVENTURE TIME COMPENDIUM VOL. 3: DIRECT MARKET EXCLUSIVE

C’mon, grab your friends and head to distant lands in this new Adventure Time compendium, collecting stories from some truly mathematical authors—including Mariko Tamaki, Delilah S. Dawson, Kevin Cannon, and more—as well as the radical Adventure Time shorts from the series’ original run!  Crowning the Best Princess Ever, conquering a mysterious Hot Air Balloon Race & Vocabulary Refresher, navigating life with their very own doubles, finding a way to bring inspiration back to the pages of a comic book, cute puppies (cute puppies!!!) . . . it’s just another day in the life of Finn, Jake, and all their friends in the land of Ooo!  These tales and more are waiting in the pages of this Adventure Time compendium, collecting issues #62–75 from authors Mariko Tamaki (Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me), Delilah S. Dawson (Sparrowhawk), Kevin Cannon (The Cartoon Introduction to Philosophy), Conor McCreery (Kill Shakespeare), and more, and artists Ian McGinty (Bee and PuppyCat), Joey McCormick (Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), Jorge Monlongo (Napoleon Dynamite), and more!

Secure the best deal by acting fast! Our Pre-Order promo offers unbeatable prices on must-have items. Be quick to lock in the lowest cost before the promo ends.

The best part? You won't be charged until your item is ready to ship. This means you can reserve your product at the best price without immediate payment. Whether you're first in line or just ahead of the crowd, you're making a smart choice. Reserve your item now and enjoy the benefits of being an early buyer, with the added flexibility of delayed payment!

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