RELIC HUNTER #1

Driven by vengeance and fueled by the dark sorcery of an eldritch cult, Asif Ibn Hamza rescues his true love Jamila from a brothel run by the corrupt Knights Templar and runs into a trap set by his most dangerous enemy, the evil Wizard Al-Aduw. Their magical battle plays out across the stars and sets in motion an epic story that will span space and time! RELIC HUNTER is a homage to 1970's Barbarian comics and 1980's "outlaw" comics; to the fantasy art of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS and heavy metal album covers. Featuring a backup story written by Manny Gomez with art by underground cartoonist Rick Lopez and a pinup gallery including outlaw comics legends Ken Landgraf and Alex Delaney. Issue 1being re-released with the debutof issue 2!

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)

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• 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