Star Wars: Skywalker Strikes

Follow Luke and his allies in a brand-new compact edition of their adventures set immediately in the aftermath of A New Hope!

The Rebel Alliance has destroyed the Death Star — but the Galactic Empire is undeterred. Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, Han Solo, Chewbacca, C-3PO and R2-D2 must continue the fight for freedom against a resurgent Darth Vader and his evil master, the Emperor. But when a rebel assault goes wrong, Luke comes face to face with the Dark Lord himself! The young Jedi’s quest to learn more about the ancient order will lead to an uncanny encounter with Boba Fett and land him in the middle of an arena of death. Meanwhile, Han and Leia face a mysterious woman from the charming smuggler’s past — one with a very personal grudge! Plus: a secret chapter of Obi-Wan Kenobi’s story!

COLLECTING: Star Wars (2015) #1-12

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