THUNDERCATS CLASSIC YEARS COLLECTION OMNIBUS

CELEBRATING FOUR DECADES OF THUNDERCAT ADVENTURES! With the debut of the animated ThunderCats series in 1985, the adventures of the last survivors of Thundera quickly became a cultural phenomenon both across the country and around the world. That same year, Marvel Comics launched a ThunderCats comic book title under its Star Comics imprint, which featured inspired work from some of comics’ greatest talents, including DAVID MICHELINIE, JIM MOONEY, BRETT BREEDING, GERRY CONWAY, and TOM DEFALCO, to name just a few of its famous contributors. Now, for the first time ever, all 24 issues of this historic series have been collected in a single hardcover volume! Never before reprinted in their entirety, these classic tales have been painstakingly remastered to showcase their amazing art and enduring storytelling. Featuring a foreword by LARRY KENNEY (the voice of the animated Lion-O) and an informative introduction by the series’ original editor MIKE CARLIN, this comprehensive archival edition is available in two distinct cover configurations - one featuring the first issue’s original cover art by Jim Mooney and Brett Breeding, and one featuring a new artistic homage to Mooney and Breeding’s iconic piece by current ThunderCats author DECLAN SHALVEY!

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