LIFE IS STRANGE VOL. 3: STRINGS

The adventures of Max, Chloe and Rachel from the critically acclaimed, BAFTA award-winning SQUARE ENIX® game Life is Strange continue! After the mysterious Tristan and his own powers turn Max Caulfield's world upside down, she's left with no choice but to tell Chloe and Rachel the truth - about who she is, and how she came back into their lives. But through the transect, another Chloe - Max's Chloe - remains. How much is Max willing to sacrifice to get back what she's lost? How far will she go to find her partner in time? 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, iOS, and Android! Over 5.5 million copies of Life Is Strange sold on PC alone! Active and engaged official social media presence reaching out to new readers from all across the fandom! Nearly 2m followers on the official Life Is Strange Twitter (@lifeisstrange) Collecting issues #9-12 of the Life Is Strange Comic series.

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