LEGO NINJAGO Riyu the Dragon

The first book in a funny, action-packed new 5+ graphic fiction series set in the world of LEGO Ninjago Dragons Rising, starring brave young dragon Riyu!

RAAAAWK! Dragon hunters are after Riyu! But they’re no match for him… he’ll FLY RIGHT OUT OF THEIR CLUTCHES! Except he hasn’t quite learned how to do that, yet. OOPS.

Luckily, NEW FRIENDS and WANNABE NINJA Arin and Sora are on hand to swoop him away. Can they outrun the BAD GUYS and help Riyu FIND HIS WAY HOME?

Featuring full-colour art by Sam Filstrup and based on beloved LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising TV episodes, this series will delight fans of James Patrick Green’s The InvestiGATORS, Jamie Smart’s Max & Chaffy and Thomas Flinthams’s Press Start.

Each book comes with an interactive surprise! Can you find the hidden nunchucks throughout the story?

Have you read all of the RIYU THE DRAGON adventures?:
Riyu the Dragon
Riyu the Dragon: Ninja in Training
… and more to come!

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