Rex Rocket: Sharktopia Shred-Off

From the bestselling creator of Max Meow comes Rex Rocket, the hilarous graphic novel series starring a not-so-bright dachshund on a mission to save the universe…even if he has to make everything worse to do it! In this volume, Rex helps his anxious shark friend Trog compete in a gauntlet of outrageous (and dangerous?!) games that will decide the next ruler of Sharktopia, the roughest and toughest planet in the universe!

Rex Rocket isn't very strong...or organized...or smart. But sometimes, all you need to save the galaxy is to be an infinitely stretchy, baby blue weiner dog!

Trog, the S.S. Sagan’s shark ensign, looks dangerous, but he’s really the biggest scaredy-cat—uh, shark—of all. This made Trog an outcast on Sharktopia, where brute strength means everything. So when Sharktopia's king, who also happens to be Trog's dad, asks him to join a competition that will decide who inherits the planet's throne, Trog is ready to do what he does best: give up immediately. But Rex won't let him—the S.S. Sagan's whole crew is signing up for the games!

As the team dukes it out with squids, races atop whales, and tries to survive pufferfish dodgeball, Trog discovers that strength means more than having the biggest teeth, and bravery doesn't simply come from being fearless. Maybe friendship and teamwork are what really make someone strong (Then again, some of those other sharks have HUGE teeth!).

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