ADVENTURE TIME COMPENDIUM VOL. 2

C’mon, grab your friends and head to distant lands in this new Adventure Time compendium collecting all of writer Christopher Hastings’s mathematical run! Whether it’s saving Ooo from an eldritch chef bent on making a delicious meal, engaging in spy shenanigans with Peppermint Butler, discovering the truth behind mysteriously reappearing sisters, or stopping BMO from tearing apart all of space-time, Finn and Jake are always ready for some good ol’ fashioned adventuring—especially when they get to do it with their friends! See familiar faces, meet new characters, and discovers all these tales and more in this Adventure Time compendium, collecting issues #36–61 from author Christopher Hastings (The Twisted Ones: Five Nights at Freddy’s), with contributions from artists Zachary Sterling (Punch Up!), Phil Murphy (Star Trek vs. Transformers), and Ian McGinty (Bee and PuppyCat).

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