Tokyo Aliens 12

This thrilling sci-fi/fantasy series welcomes you to Japan, a top-ten destination for extraterrestrials looking for refuge, relaxation, a good time, or just to raise a little hell!

Join one unsuspecting Tokyoite as he discovers that intergalactic tourist relations can prove to be a lot more dangerous than they seem!

Alien Management Organization partners Sho and Akira were suspicious of a mysterious man whom they caught facilitating an alien drug deal, but it turns out that was actually Shogo Naruse, the captain of the AMO Special Forces Unit's Squad 2. His squad operates outside of Reiji Amamiya’s authority, and Naruse makes no effort to hide his deep disdain for Reiji. The feeling may or may not be mutual...

Meanwhile, high school classmates Akira, Sho, and Kizaki are looking forward to a field trip to a water park—that is, until the sudden appearance of Kizaki’s younger brother, Kaito Toya, turns everything upside down. Meanwhile, Akira's self-professed best friend Tokito is absolutely determined to get a girlfriend, and he has a crazy plan in mind. Can the chaos be contained?

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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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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

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• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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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