Attack on Titan Anthology

The manga megahit Attack on Titan, reinterpreted by some of comics' top talent!

Featuring original stories by a long roster of comic superstars such as Scott Snyder (Batman, American Vampire), Gail Simone (Batgirl), Michael Avon Oeming (Powers), Paolo Rivera (Daredevil, Amazing Spider-Man), Cameron Stewart (Fight Club 2, Batgirl) and Faith Erin Hicks (The Adventures of Superhero Girl)! This unprecedented, full-color collaboration between East and West will be released first in English, making it indispensable for Attack on Titan fans and curious comic fans.

Rated Older Teen – Ages 16 and up.

Contributors include:

• Eisner Award winner Scott Snyder (Batman)
• Eisner Award winner Michael Avon Oeming (Powers)
• Eisner Award winner Faith Erin Hicks (The Adventures of Superhero Girl)
• Brenden Fletcher, Cameron Stewart, and Babs Tarr (The team behind the new Batgirl)
• Gail Simone (Birds of Prey, Batgirl)
• Eisner Award winner Evan Dorkin (Milk & Cheese, Dork)
• Crawford Award winner Genevieve Valentine (Catwoman)
• Top Cow Pilot winner Afua Richardson (Genius)
• Eisner Award nominees Asaf Hanuka and Tomer Hanuka (The Divine)
• Eisner Award winner Paolo Rivera (Mythos)
• Eisner Award nominee Phil Jimenez (The Invisibles, Infinite Crisis)
• Damion Scott (Ghost Rider)
• Eisner Award nominee Ronald Wimberly (Prince of Cats)
• Kevin Wada (The Wicked + The Divine)
• Eisner Award nominee Simon Spurrier (Judge Dredd)
• Writers Guild of America Award winner Rhianna Pratchett (Rise of the Tomb Raider)
• Jody Houser (Orphan Black)
• Eisner Award nominee Emi Lenox (Plutona)

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