KING SPAWN #55

NEW CREATIVE TEAM Enter a young man named Hudson Hill. He was a normal teenager growing up in Lower Manhattan when a chance encounter with a psychic left him with a vision of the end of the world that featured Spawn. Hudson was given one clue as to how it all relates to him: He is supposed to kill a man he’s never heard of. A man named Al Simmons.Following this vision, Hudson’s life has fallen apart just as the world around him has. He is now a homeless drug addict, obsessed with finding the man known as Al Simmons and uncovering the truth about the disappearance of Spawn.Join new creative team MATTHEW ROSENBERG (WHAT’S THE FURTHEST PLACE FROM HERE, 4 Kids Walk Into a Bank) and THOMAS NACHLIK (KING SPAWN, SAM AND TWITCH CASE FILES) on a journey that will bring Hudson afoul of the vampires who run the drug trade in New York, the costumed street gangs who terrorize the Bowery, armed security militias run by the Mob who keep the peace, and ultimately bring him face to face with the man known as Spawn.

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.

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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

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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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