FERGUS ADVERTISING DETECTIVE VOL. 1

Imagine if spam were a physical thing, something you could actually touch. Instead of clogging your inbox, it would take the form of an army of people relentlessly pitching useless products to you on the street, at the supermarket, on the beach, and everywhere else. That's exactly what's about to happen to the citizens of Promonthia if Fergus fails his mission. Not that he cares about the fate of society, far from it. All Fergus wants is to keep his ex-wife, Ingrid, from taking his beloved '72 Mustang. But he won't face this ordeal alone. He's saddled with a perpetually dangerous companion: his best friend, Marcel, and Marcel's legendary bad luck. Marcel is better known as The Cubeman, the first Logo-Man, a man who willingly genetically modified himself to become the official mascot of the D-Cube Corporation. Unfortunately, his catastrophic luck is tanking the company's profits, pushing D-Cube to the brink of collapse. That's why there's now a bounty on his head in Promonthia, a retro-futuristic city where advertising and marketing dominate every aspect of daily life.

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

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• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• 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)
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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