Miles Morales: The Ultimate Spider-Man

New Kid. New Powers. New Spider-Man.

After the death of Peter Parker, the Ultimate Universe still needs a Spider Man. Enter Miles Morales, a Brooklyn teenager who thought his biggest worry was starting at a new school, until a genetically altered spider changes his life forever. Suddenly gifted with powers he does not understand, Miles tries to keep his head down, keep his family safe, and keep the truth from his best friend, but the mask keeps calling. As Miles begins to learn what it really means to be Spider Man, the world around him gets more dangerous, with secrets pointing back to the Osborn legacy, a terrifying new Ultimate Scorpion tearing through New York, and his uncle Aaron Davis, the Prowler, pulling him toward a life Miles is not sure he can escape.

COLLECTING: Ultimate Spider-Man (2009) #160, Ultimate Fallout (2011) #4 (Miles Morales story), Ultimate Comics Spider-Man (2011) #1-12

Written by: Brian Michael Bendis

Penciled by: Mark Bagley, Sara Pichelli, Chris Samnee & David Marquez

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