Bring On The Bad Guys

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the groundbreaking BRING ON THE BAD GUYS collection!

The balance of power in the Marvel Universe is about to be changed as seven iconic bad guys steal the spotlight — and one deadly new player emerges! An ancient artifact known as the Soul Forge has the power to collect all the souls on Earth, and Doctor Doom must stop it at all costs! Meanwhile, an all-new piece of Norman Osborn’s villainous history as the Green Goblin stands revealed! The Abomination is never one to turn down a good deal — even with the devil himself! Loki is tasked with claiming a soul — from an agent of Khonshu! Plus: A tale of the Red Skull’s ruthless past from the dark days of World War II. And the Dread Dormammu is drawn into a battle across generations! But will Mephisto prove himself the biggest bad of all? And just who is the mysterious Sister Sorrow?

COLLECTING: Bring on the Bad Guys: Doom (2025) #1, Bring on the Bad Guys: Green Goblin (2025) #1, Bring on the Bad Guys: Abomination (2025) #1, Bring on the Bad Guys: Loki (2025) #1, Bring on the Bad Guys: Red Skull (2025) #1, Bring on the Bad Guys: Dormammu (2025) #1, Bring on the Bad Guys: Mephisto (2025) #1

Written by Marc Guggenheim, Anthony Oliveira, Stephanie Phillips & Alex Paknadel
Penciled by Stefano Raffaele, Michael Sta. Maria, Matteo Della Fonte, Tommaso Bianchi, Javier Piña & Álvaro López

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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

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• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
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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