Batman: Harley and Ivy: The Deluxe Edition (2027 Edition)

Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy take center stage in the fan-favorite adventures that defined their legendary partnership!

Before they became one of comics' most beloved duos, Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy were already turning Gotham City upside down. Whether they're planning elaborate heists, escaping trouble, or simply trying to survive each other's schemes, Harley and Ivy form an unlikely partnership built on friendship, loyalty, and a shared talent for causing chaos. Along the way they cross paths with Batman, Batgirl, and Gotham City's most colorful characters while discovering that their greatest strength may be each other.

Paul Dini and Bruce Timm, the creators of Harley Quinn, capture the humor, charm, and chemistry that helped establish Harley and Ivy as one of DC's most enduring relationships. Drawing from the beloved world of Batman: The Animated Series, this collection showcases some of the duo's most memorable adventures, now back in print in DC's deluxe hardcover format.

Collects stories from Batman: Harley & Ivy #1-3, The Batman Adventures Holiday Special #1, The Batman Adventures Annual #1, The Batman and Robin Adventures #8, The Batgirl Adventures #1, Batman: Gotham Knights #14, and Batman: Black & White #3.

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