The Big Shakedown #4

It's all been a lie! Detective Ester Blanco thought she had found the missing persons case that would finally earn her enough money to escape an earthquake-ravaged Los Angeles. Instead, she delivered an innocent child into the hands of a greedy corporation, hellbent on securing the land rights to the city itself. Ester could collect her check, walk away, but the ghosts of her past refuse to let her leave. So Ester does something stupid, something reckless - leading her on deadly chase across the fallen freeways of the city of angels. It may be far too late for Ester to save her own soul but she'll die trying to save another.

Don't miss the bombastic final chapter to The Big Shakedown, a pulpy la noir meets disaster movie by creators Jordan Blum (Minor Threats) Tim Seeley (Local Man) and Scott Koblish (Despicable Deadpool).

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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.

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.

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Here's a brief overview of the main types:

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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