Sonic the Hedgehog, Vol. 23: Smoke & Mirrors

Sonic’s adventures shock and amaze in these collections of the popular comic series! A mysterious villain wreaks havoc across Sonic’s world, targeting everyone from Silver and Blaze to Tangle and Whisper in their quest for all of the Emeralds!

Something sinister this way comes…

Throughout Sonic’s world, Chaos Emeralds are being stolen and minds are being corrupted. This collection follows the tales of our mighty heroes as they struggle to protect these powerful objects from theft by a mysterious villain.

In a mighty castle in a faraway land, Silver the Hedgehog and Blaze the Cat find themselves in a gothic mystery, as a new noble charms them with his suspiciously ever-cheery palace staff. Without a moment to themselves, the pair must trust each other to navigate the politics and sinister tech of this gothic palace.

Closer to home, Tangle and Whisper are placed at odds when a mysterious mist overtakes Spiral Hill. This is no common dew, as its magical effects begin driving the pair to fight, each believing that the other is the enemy!

Find out how these teams overcome their mysteries in this collection! Collects issues #89–93 of the ongoing Sonic the Hedgehog comics. Read one or read them all! Each volume of Sonic the Hedgehog offers a great standalone story while being part of an ongoing series for the fan who wants to enjoy the complete experience!

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