Sonic the Hedgehog: The IDW Collection, Vol. 6

Oversize hardcover editions of IDW's celebrated Sonic the Hedgehog comics, including the ongoing series, annuals, and miniseries, all presented in recommended reading order!

Race into these stories from across Sonic’s world, from frightful foes to old ghosts to mismatched pairs!

Speaking of mismatched pairs, who is Surge, beyond Sonic’s evil counterpart? These two speedsters just can’t seem to stop fighting, all of which comes to a head in Central City!

Following a clash with Dr. Starline, an evolved Surge is free and wreaking destruction on all technology in her path—and only Sonic can stop her. The two must battle it out, but who will win? And will forces from the past come back to haunt them?

In another story of ghosts of the past, Sonic and Tails crash on the deserted Scrapnik Island and must battle their way past tech hardwired to destroy them. However, some of these robots are different…and more personal.

Dive into the fights, mayhem, and silliness of the Sonic the Hedgehog comic line! Collects issues #51–56 from volume 14 (Overpowered) of the Sonic the Hedgehog series, the 2022 Annual, Sonic the Hedgehog 2022 Free Comic Book Day, and the Scrapnik Island four-issue miniseries.

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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