Beast Quest: Rise of the Fire Dragon: An Original Graphic Novel

The mythical dragons of Avantia spring to life and a friendship is forged in flame in this thrilling fantasy adventure—the first full-color graphic novel set in the world of the bestselling Beast Quest series.

Three brave friends rescue a baby dragon and embark on an epic quest in this action-packed, full-color adventure with text set in a dyslexia-friendly font. This stand-alone series from the world of Beast Quest will appeal to graphic novel fans of Percy Jackson, Warriors, Dragon Kingdom of Wrenly, and City of Dragons. A prophecy is revealed to a tyrant king that endangers the great dragons of the mountains. But when a young boy, a rebellious princess, and a stable hand hatch a dragon egg, they embark on a daring journey to bring the baby dragon to safety. In so doing, they could change the world—and set the magical beasts free.

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