Deadpool Epic Collection: Funeral For A Freak

An action-packed era for the Merc With A Mouth!

It’s a cruel summer when Deadpool takes on the mob! Hired by a dirty cop to kill six Mafia dons, Deadpool soon falls for his contact: a beautiful tattoo artist. But all is not as it seems. Then Wade Wilson gets an unwelcome sidekick — the youthful Pool Boy — and his shapeshifting ex-girlfriend Copycat returns, insane with jealousy! And blood and bullets fly when Deadpool accepts a contract on the Punisher’s life! But when the new Weapon X Program comes knocking, they won’t take no for an answer! So it’s a good thing Deadpool’s okay with becoming a secret agent — even alongside a cutthroat band of villains and lunatics — because they’ve offered him the one thing he wants most in the world: a cure for his ravaged face! How far will Wade go to hold on to his good looks? And what happens when Weapon X starts crossing lines even he isn’t comfortable crossing? The funeral of Deadpool, that’s what! All that plus the final showdown with T-Ray!

COLLECTING: Deadpool (1997) #46-64, material from X-Men Unlimited (1993) 28.

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti, Buddy Scalera & Frank Tieri
Penciled by Paul Chadwick, Michael Lopez, Darick Robertson, Anthony Williams, Georges Jeanty, Karl Kerschl, Jim Calafiore & Liam Sharp

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