Ghost Rider: Danny Ketch Epic Collection: Bad To The Bone

The adventures that made Ghost Rider one of the biggest stars of the ’90s!

As Danny Ketch learns more about what it means to be Ghost Rider, including the legacies of Zarathos and Johnny Blaze, he fights the deadliest crew of villains this side of Hell! Watch as Danny faces new opponents — such as the assassin Snowblind — and already-bitter rivals Blackout, Deathwatch and Zodiak! Ghost Rider finds himself caught in the middle of a battle between Spider-Man and Hobgoblin, battles the undead alongside Cable and joins Wolverine and Punisher in a diabolical meeting of three of the era’s grittiest and most popular comic characters! Plus: Mephisto’s schemes plunge innocent lives into chaos! And what is Danny’s mom willing to do to see Barbara Ketch returned to life? 

COLLECTING: Ghost Rider (1990) #13-24, Ghost Rider/Wolverine/Punisher: Hearts of Darkness (1991) #1, Marvel Comics Presents (1988) #100; material from Marvel Comics Presents (1988) #90-97, Marvel Holiday Special (1991) #1

Written by Howard Mackie

Penciled by Mark Texeira, Ron Wagner, John Romita Jr., Guang Yap & More

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