Annihilation Modern Era Epic Collection: Conquest

Nova and more of Marvel’s cosmic heroes hurtle into another Annihilation event!

Rich Rider stood toe to toe with Annihilus, but can the Human Rocket face a foe that has an entire galaxy on lockdown? What will happen when a man used to flying anywhere finds himself trapped with nowhere to run? Meanwhile, who is the haunted loner known as Wraith? What are his chilling powers, how did he get them and what is the tragic quest that drives him? In the wake of a sneak attack on the Kree Empire by Phalanx, the Marvel Universe is once again thrown into turmoil. Heroes separated by distance but united by willpower must take their first steps toward liberating a galaxy in peril. But what are the Phalanx after? And what new players will change the game? Grab your weapon and join the fight for freedom with Wraith, Nova, Quasar, Star-Lord and more!

COLLECTING: Annihilation: Conquest - Wraith (2007) #1-4, Nova (2007) #8-12, Nova Annual (2008) #1, Annihilation: Conquest (2007) #1-6

Written by Javier Grillo-Marxuach, Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning

Penciled by Kyle Hotz, Wellington Alves, Paul Pelletier, Tom Raney & 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