Batman: The Brave and the Bold: Across the Universe

Nightwing and Deadman team up to face ghosts of the past, and the action continues across the DC Universe in this anthology collection!

In Batman: The Brave and the Bold, top talent and rising stars unite to deliver a variety of memorable stories starring both Batman and his allies in Gotham City, and also heroes across the DC Universe.

This volume features Nightwing and Deadman facing the ghosts of the circus, as presented in spectacularly horrific detail by horror maestros Tim Seeley and Kelley Jones! Their journey will reveal long-forgotten secrets…and they might wish it hadn't.

Elsewhere—or when—Mark Russell and Jon Mikel team for a time-traveling tale starring Booster Gold and the Jurassic League! Batman and Guy Gardner encounter an alien invader, courtesy of Joshua Hale Fialkov and Lisandro Estherren! Plus, stories starring the Flash and more, in a must-read anthology for any DC fan.

This volume collects stories from Batman: The Brave and the Bold #13-16.

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