Micronauts Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years - The New Voyages

The original years of Marvel’s Micronauts saga concludes with this Epic Collection volume!

In the aftermath of the Micronauts’ all-out war against Baron Karza for the fate of Homeworld, our heroes set out on a new voyage of exploration throughout the Microverse. It’s a bold era of sci-fi, with a new creative team at the helm: Strikeforce: Morituri co-creator Peter B. Gillis as writer and future Batman legend Kelley Jones at the drawing board. Commander Rann and his crew, including Marionette, Bug, Biotron and Acroyear, unite with new allies Solitaire and Scion, encounter new civilizations and uncover profound secrets of the universe, most especially the secrets of the Makers. An epic saga that holds a special place in Marvel history concludes here!

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