Amazing Spider-Man Epic Collection: The Mark Of Kaine

The Clone Saga kicks into high gear!

Peter Parker’s world has been turned upside down by the return of his clone Ben Reilly, slinging webs of his own as the Scarlet Spider — and the death of his beloved Aunt May will rock him to his very core! But as Peter and Ben grieve their loss, the deadly Kaine leaves his indelible mark on both their lives! With Peter arrested on a murder charge, can Ben triumph over Kaine alone? Mary Jane’s future might just depend on it! The Scarlet Spider battles the Sinister Six! An all-new Green Goblin takes to the skies! And Peter stands trial, but just wait until you see who the prosecutor is! But whose face lies beneath the mask of Kaine? And are you ready for the one, true Spider-Man to stand revealed?!

COLLECTING: Web of Spider-Man (1985) #124-126, Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #400-403, Spider-Man (1990) #57-60, Spectacular Spider-Man (1976) #223-226, Spider-Man Unlimited (1993) #9


Written by Terry Kavanagh, Todd DeZago, J.M. DeMatteis, Howard Mackie, Tom DeFalco & more
Penciled by Steven Butler, Roy Burdine, Mark Bagley, John Romita Jr., Tom Lyle, Sal Buscema & more

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