FANTASTIC FOUR VS. GALACTUS

The Fantastic Four, Mr Fantastic, The Invisible Woman, The Human Torch and the Thing,  face off against Galactus, the all-powerful World-Eater, in legendary tales by some of Marvel's most iconc creators such as Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, and John Byrne!

See Reed Richards, Sue Richards, Johny Storm and Ben Grimm, the Fantastic Four, on the big screen in FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS, in theaters July 25th, 2025!

The Fantastic Four and the world eater Galactus have clashed time and again, and this new edition collects their two most iconic battles! First, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby introduce the World-Eater and his enigmatic herald, the Silver Surfer, as they come for Earth in one of the greatest comic book sagas ever told! Then, prolific writer/artist John Byrne takes over as Galactus' new herald Terrax leads him back to Earth — and the entire Marvel Universe pitches in to help the FF save the planet from becoming his next meal!

Fantastic Four (1961) 48-50, 242-244

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