BIKER MICE FROM MARS (2025) #5

ALL-NEW ARC! ALL-NEW JUMPING-ON POINT! “MARS UNDER SIEGE” STARTS HERE! The Biker Mice are back in action against their most formidable adversary yet: Detonator the Cruel, the former RoboForce member turned merciless hit-bot who’s wired to wound everything he comes into contact with! This new threat emerges as the alien Plutarkians intensify their Mars takeover, bringing chaos and destruction to the Red Planet. Our trio of motorcycle-riding heroes—Throttle, Modo, and Vinnie—must do their very best to stop Detonator from completing his mission of murder when he targets Dr. Hawwki, the off-worlder scientist whose research could turn the tide against the Plutarkians, for total termination.The worlds of Biker Mice: Mars!—and RoboForce: Earth!—collide in a bold new chapter crafted by new ongoing series writer Matt Hotson (Power Rangers: The Return) and artist extraordinaire Jordi Tarragona (Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps)!

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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.

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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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