Dark Nights: Death Metal Compendium

Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo's full Dark Nights: Death Metal epic is collected in one softcover Compendium edition!

The world is broken—and it’s up to the last heroes standing to fight back, in an event story headlined by Scott Snyder (Absolute Batman) and Greg Capullo (Batman).

When the Earth is enveloped by the Dark Multiverse, the Justice League is at the mercy of the Batman Who Laughs. Humanity struggles to survive in a hellish landscape twisted beyond recognition, while Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman have all been separated and fight to survive. Unleash the beast and let the head banging begin!

Across a sweeping story that spans multiple perspectives and battles, unlikely alliances form and the fight for survival pushes every hero to their limits. As the conflict grows, the fate of the entire Multiverse hangs in the balance.

This complete collection brings together the full Dark Nights: Death Metal event—core series and tie-ins—in one massive volume, delivering an immersive, action-packed reading experience from beginning to end.

Collects Dark Nights: Death Metal #1-7, Dark Nights: Death Metal: Legends of the Dark Knights #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: The Last 52: War of the Multiverses #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: Speed Metal #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: Infinite Hour Exxxtreme #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: Trinity Crisis #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: Robin King #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: Multiverse’s End #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: Rise of the New God #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: The Multiverse Who Laughs #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: Guidebook #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: The Secret Origin #1, Dark Nights: Death Metal: The Last Stories of the DC Universe #1, and Justice League #53-57.

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