Daredevil Epic Collection: Resurrection

Frank Miller’s historic original run concludes!

Marvel Comics don’t get more epic than Frank Miller’s Daredevil! In this volume, Miller and Klaus Janson lock into their unforgettable artistic partnership as DD’s history with his blind mentor Stick stands revealed, the political intrigue surrounding Kingpin begins to take shape and our hero’s turbulent romance with Elektra grows ever more violent. It’s a relationship Daily Bugle reporter Ben Urich never expected to land on the wrong side of — and Elektra’s next target may be Foggy Nelson. The drama explodes in Frank Miller’s historic showdown between Elektra, Bullseye and Daredevil, a tale that remains a masterclass in comic-book storytelling to this day. In the aftermath of Elektra’s fate, Matt Murdock’s grief drives him through agonizing depths of hope, obsession, madness and despair. Can he pull himself together in time to thwart Kingpin’s criminal empire and finally bring Bullseye to justice? Includes stunning Janson-penciled-and-inked stories fully restored from his original art!

COLLECTING: Daredevil (1964) #177-193; material from Marvel Fanfare (1982) #1, What If? (1977) #35

Written by Frank Miller with Alan Brennert, Larry Hama & Roger McKenzie

Penciled by Frank Miller & Klaus Janson with Paul Smith

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