JOHN CARPENTERS NIGHT TERRORS BLOOD OF THE TAKEN VOL. 3: DEARLY DEPARTED

The shadows grow longer around the ancient Vampire Theo. Newly turned Liam and best friend Ed flee from her decrepit grasp, escaping onto the frozen streets but Liam’s sister remains locked away in Theo’s haunted home as barter for their return. Ed, seeing his best friend fade away, reaches blindly into the icy shadows of their shared eternal darkness, desperate to pull him back to his side lest Liam succumb to the Vampire completely and lose the last pieces of his soul with it. But even love has its limits as they realize that there are even worse fates in store, forcing them to grasp the true horror of their new existence, for in the eternal shadow of the Vampire there is nowhere to run…

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