Hiraeth Remained, Volume 1

A haunting GL about a desperate Sanayama, freshly heartbroken from an unrequited love that she devoted everything to, and the mysterious Yoshibe who seemingly "saves" her.

For fans of media with the "Doomed Yuri" trope, such as This Monster Wants to Eat Me, Common-Sense Monster, and The Summer You Were There.

"Let's die together."

Sanayama is head over heels for her close friend, Otome. All she wanted was for Otome to love her back, sacrificing everything for her beloved friend and crush. But when a painful betrayal leaves her heart broken, Sanayama is ready to throw herself off a building... Until she met the mysterious Yoshibe, who tells her that she'll jump with her. But after their brave fall, they wake up seemingly...alive?

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