LIFE IS STRANGE VOL. 2: WAVES

Based after the events of the BAFTA award-winning SQUARE ENIX game Life is Strange. Forced to leave her original timeline and her beloved Chloe behind, Max Caulfield must come to terms with both an alternative version of Chloe, and a world where Rachel Amber is very much alive! Based on the critically-acclaimed, BAFTA-winning video game Life is Strange, Waves continues Max's adventures in a potential new future. In an unfamiliar new timeline where Rachel is dating Chloe, Max struggles to find a place for herself - as well as uncover the truth about a mysterious boy with a strange talent of his own... All-new comics sequel to the smash-hit Life Is Strange videogames - with a passionate and invested fan-base on PC, PS4, Xbox One, Mac, Linux, and iOS! Over 5.5 million copies of Life Is Strange sold on PC alone!

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