Oz: The Complete Collection - Ozma/Dorothy & The Wizard

Collects Ozma of Oz (2010) #1-8, Dorothy & the Wizard in Oz (2011) #1-8. Dorothy's back, and she's not in Kansas anymore - but she's not in Oz either! This time, Dorothy Gale winds up in the land of Ev, meeting new friends such as Tik-Tok the mechanical man; Billina, perhaps the cleverest chicken you'll ever encounter; and the new Queen of Oz, the lovely Ozma! But can even their combined might return our girl home? Then, on another unexpected trip, Dorothy and her cousin Zeb encounter the strange Mangaboos, invisible bears, fierce wooden gargoyles and hungry 66-year-old baby dragons! And at their side is the wonderful Wizard of Oz! But what master plan has the wizard been hiding? Continuing the complete collection of Eric Shanower and Skottie Young's Eisner Award-winning adaptations of L. Frank Baum's beloved Oz books!

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