Star Wars: Dark Droids Omnibus

First, it comes for the metal…

Horror grips the Star Wars galaxy as corruption spreads from one droid to the next, causing chaos for both the Rebel Alliance and the Galactic Empire! Who or what is the Scourge — and why is no droid safe? What role does Ajax Sigma play in all of this? And whose side is he on? The complete Dark Droids saga is collected in one volume for the first time as the rebel crew, the Bounty Hunters, Doctor Aphra, Darth Vader and, of course, your favorite droids face terrible implications! To fight this menace, R2-D2 assembles his own team of heroes: the D-Squad! In the wake of this nightmare, another chapter of Marvel’s Star Wars storytelling ends, setting the stage for Return of the Jedi!

COLLECTING: Star Wars: Dark Droids (2023) #1-5, Star Wars: Dark Droids – D-Squad (2023) #1-4, Star Wars (2020) #37-50, Star Wars: Bounty Hunters (2020) #37-42, Star Wars: Darth Vader (2020) #37-50, Star Wars: Doctor Aphra (2020) #35-40, Star Wars: Revelations (2023) #1, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars (2024) #1

Written by Charles Soule, Marc Guggenheim, Ethan Sacks, Greg Pak, Alyssa Wong
Penciled by Luke Ross, Salva Espin, David Messina, Madibek Musabekov, Steven Cummings, Jethro Morales, Davidé Tinto, Raffaele Ienco, Adam Gorham, Paul Fry, Minkyu Jung, Jethro Morales & More

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