Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars

Marvel’s heroes and villains clash in the greatest crossover of them all!

Drawn from Earth across the stars, the Marvel Universe’s forces of good and evil are set against one another by the mysterious and unbelievably powerful Beyonder — with the winners promised the ultimate prize. But as battle lines are drawn, new alliances are forged and old enemies clash, one among them is unwilling to settle for anything less than godhood. Can even the combined might of the Avengers, Spider-Man, the Hulk, the Fantastic Four and the X-Men prevent Doctor Doom from becoming the most powerful being in the universe? Featuring shocking twists and turns — including the debut of the new Spider-Woman, a major status-quo change for the Thing and the origin of Spider-Man’s alien costume!

COLLECTING: Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars (1984) #1-12

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