I Shall Master This Family, Volume 1 (The Comic)

A fairytale with a twist! After the downfall of her noble family, a young woman is given a second chance when she's reborn as her child self. The first volume of the global hit webtoon available in print in English for the first time!

Firentia has had a tough life. Spurned since birth for being an illegitimate child of the noble Lombardi family, she was helpless to do anything but watch as her once great clan fell to ruin and her father died. However, a carriage accident that seemingly spells her end is actually a second chance, as she wakes up in the past as her kid self! Now armed with knowledge about the future, Firentia resolves to save her family from ruin. But to do that, she’ll need to shed the shackles of her status and rise to master her family!

This volume collects the prologue to episode 12 of the webtoon!

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