AUTUMN KINGDOM THE WRAITHBOUND QUEEN #4 (OF 4)

From master storytellers Cullen Bunn (The Sixth Gun) and Christopher Mitten (Hellboy & The BPRD), two sisters' excursion into the twilight borderlands of fable and fantasy reaches its unforgettable turning point . . .  At last, Sommer and Winter have finally found their kidnapped father in the blood fields, where fae goblins drain the life from humans to pay a millenia-old debt for the destruction of their lands. With victory within their reach but home a fading concept immensely far from their grasp, the girls have to muster the strength of the prisoners and themselves to end this battle at last. But what will come of the Autumn Kingdom? Can the sisters simply turn their backs and return to their lives after everything they've seen and learned?

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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.

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Omnibus

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• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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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