Hello Darkness #29

New year! New horror!

Hello Darkness slices into January with a collection of fresh shorts like a hot scythe through orphans.

In "Stop Loss," horror stalwart John Arcudi (B.P.R.D., A God Somewhere) and PJ Holden (Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper) tell the tale of a soldier whose war is truly forever.

Then in “Dying to Kill,” fan-favorite writer Kenny Porter (Operation Iron Coffin, Power Rangers Unlimited) and rising start artist Jack Mandrake (The Consumption) bring you the story of an end-times prepper who slept through the whole zombie apocalypse, robbing him of his one chance to kill with abandon...until now!

And finally, Alejandro Arbona (Tradecraft Manor, Lake Yellowood Slaughter) and Neogi Devaki (Sweet Valley High, Curb Stomp) kick off a new 3-part story with a new kid of P.I. "Vic Hammond: Paranormal Investigator” whose very first day on the job sees her entering the world’s most haunted house...FOR SCIENCE!

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