The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles Library Edition

Fans of The Legend of Vox Machina, the record-breaking animated series from Critical Role and Prime Video, won’t want to miss this collection of prequel comics stories featuring Ripley, Cassandra, and The Briarwoods!

Get a deeper look into the pasts of iconic characters from The Legend of Vox Machina animated series with this hardcover collection of prequels!

Gain a look into the motivations of Dr. Anna Ripley as she betrays the de Rolo family to aid the vicious Briarwoods, then root for Cassandra de Rolo as she works in the shadows to rebel against Delilah and Sylas as they parade her around the city as their pawn. Just as the hate for the Briarwoods settles in, see how the couple fell in love, formed an unbreakable bond, and fell into darkness throughout their time together.

This hardcover has brand new cover art by Aviv Or and collects:

• The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles Volume 1—Ripley
• The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles Volume 2—Cassandra
• The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles Volume 3—The Briarwoods

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