Dungeons & Dragons: Total Party Killers #2

The monster party embarks on a quest to win their freedom from the infamous Valindra Shadowmantle! But the lich and her lackies aren’t the only obstacles faced by Tilli’s team. When the monsters arrive in the village of Maskyr’s Eye, they are treated as just that by the local residents. Our abhorrent adventurers will need all their skill and cunning (plus a few lucky rolls) to make it through alive!

• A hilarious and heartwarming Dungeons & Dragons adventure from New York Times bestselling author Christopher Hastings (The Adventures of Dr. McNinja, The Unbelievable Gwenpool) and fan-favorite artist Denis Medri (Redhood/Arsenal, Spider-Verse)!

• Meet Faerûn’s own Creature Commandos!

• Four-issue series.

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