Queen In Black

Hela vs. Knull as the Queen in Black unleashes Hel on Earth!

On the farthest edges of the solar system, Knull — God of the Void — builds a new army to destroy Earth. But Hela of Asgard has gotten there first, making planetfall with a legion of the galaxy’s deadliest symbiotes! Two of the most powerful evils in the universe are at war, and the son of Venom is caught right in the middle! Featuring the Avengers, the Fantastic Four and two powerful new teams handpicked by Tony Stark: the Defenders of Light and the Defenders of Dark! Writer Al Ewing (IMMORTAL HULK, MORTAL THOR) and artist Iban Coello (IMPERIAL, FANTASTIC FOUR) — the team behind VENOM WAR — reunite to bring you a cataclysm of light and darkness, a cosmic collision of evil vs. evil, with the good fighting to survive! Plus: All the secrets of Hela’s ascent to become the Queen in Black are revealed!

COLLECTING: Queen in Black (2026) #1-5, Queen in Black: Hela (2026) #1

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