Metamorpho: Year One (New Edition)

Power can save the world—or erase the man who wields it. Legendary DC writer Dan Jurgens reinvents Metamorpho’s origin with high adventure and human consequence.

Before he was a hero, Rex Mason was an adventurer chasing danger, discovery, and glory wherever it could be found. But when ancient forces collide with human ambition, the cost of curiosity becomes permanent—and the consequences ripple far beyond one man’s fate. 

Stripped of the life he once knew, Rex must navigate a world that sees him as both miracle and monster. His transformation grants unimaginable power, but at the cost of his humanity, forcing him to confront what heroism truly means when survival, love, and identity are no longer certain. 

Blending pulp adventure with emotional consequence, Dan Jurgens delivers a modernized origin that honors Metamorpho’s classic legacy while redefining him for a new generation. Bold, character-driven artwork by Eisner Award–winning artist Mike Norton (Battlepug) and Jesse Delperdang (Batman and Son) gives Rex Mason’s transformation a visceral sense of power, loss, and momentum. This is the birth of Metamorpho—and the moment everything changes. 

Collects Metamorpho: Year One #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.

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