Marvel/DC: The Dead Of Knight & Other Stories

Icons collide! The heroes of two worlds cross over for the first time in decades!

Deadpool, Batman, Spider-Man and Superman headline a momentous meeting of Earth’s Mightiest and the World’s Finest! When Wade Wilson is hired for a job in Gotham City, will billionaire Bruce Wayne help him track down his target…a certain Dark Knight? Then, when Norman Osborn and Lex Luthor join forces, you can bet that will spell big trouble for Spider-Man and Superman! Plus: Captain America and Wonder Woman form an alliance for the ages! Daredevil fights alongside Green Arrow! Rocket Raccoon becomes a Green Lantern! Old Man Logan has a senior showdown with the Dark Knight! Aquaman swims with Jeff the Land Shark, who also shares the most adorable team-up of all with Krypto! Lightning strikes when Thor says “Shazam!” Spider-Man Noir encounters the Golden Age Superman — and more members of the Spider and Super families join the fun! Also featuring the sensational debut of a new Amalgam legend: the main mutie called Logo!

Collecting Marvel/DC: Deadpool/Batman (2025) #1, Marvel/DC: Spider-Man/Superman (2026) #1, Marvel/DC: Thor/Shazam! Infinity Comic (2025) #1 And Marvel/DC: It's Jeff/Aquaman Infinity Comic (2026) #1.

Written by: Zeb Wells, Brad Meltzer, Kelly Thompson, Geoff Johns, Al Ewing, Chip Zdarsky, Kevin Smith, Frank Miller, Ryan North, Dan Slott, Louise Simonson, Brian Michael Bendis, Jason Aaron, Joe Kelly, Stephanie Phillips, & Jeph Loeb

Penciled by: Greg Capullo, Pepe Larraz, Andres Genolet, Gary Frank, Jethro Morales, Terry Dodson, Gurihiru, Adam Kubert, Dike Ruan, Ryan Stegman, Marcos Martin, Todd Nauck, Sara Pichelli, Russell Dauterman, Humberto Ramos, Phil Noto, & Jim Cheung.

Cover by Mark Bagley

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