Masters of the Universe: Genesis Volume 1

Read two stunning comics stories from the origins of your favorite Masters of the Universe heroes and villains in this trade paperback from the world of Eternia!

Skeletor is a power-hungry demon-mage determined to seize control of Castle Grayskull, conquer Eternia, and become Master of the Universe! But no matter how great his ego, deep down he understands that he won’t be able to do it alone—he’ll need to assemble an evil band of henchmen to do his bidding, and that’s precisely what he plans to do!

Young Duncan, Man-At-Arms to Prince Randor during the Great Wars on Eternia. The fierce battles against magic-users have made him suspicious of sorcery, but when Randor is captured by a fearsome foe, saving him may depend on Man-At-Arms putting his trust in that which he fears most: Magic! And not just any magic, but the legendary Castle Grayskull itself!

Writers Rich Douk and Cavan Scott write two intense tales, featuring art by Gavin Smith and Nick Roche, colors by Fabi Marques and Israel Silva, and letters by AndWorld Design.

Collects He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Genesis issues #1–#6.

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.

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Omnibus

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• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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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