Ultimate Fantastic Four Epic Collection: Frightful

The 21st-century reimagining of the Fantastic Four continues — with the horrific debut of the Marvel Zombies!

A classic villain makes his debut in Ultimate form, turning the Baxter Building into a virtual trap set to capture and eliminate the fledgling adventurers. But what does that mean for the skyscraper’s other denizens — including Johnny and Sue’s father? And who has the power to outthink Reed Richards? Then, from a hidden race, she comes to steal the heart of the Human Torch. Meet the beautiful elemental Inhuman called Crystal! But when Reed uses his scientific genius to contact an Earth in a surprisingly familiar parallel dimension, the team is not ready for the frightful version of the FF they are soon meet! Plus: The Storm family’s shocking secret is finally revealed! Ultimate Namor sets his sights on ruling the planet! And a guilt-ridden Reed attempts to undo his greatest failure — using time travel to cure the Thing. But be careful what you wish for!

COLLECTING: Ultimate Fantastic Four (2003) #19-32, Ultimate Fantastic Four Annual (2005) #1

Written by Andy Diggle, Warren Ellis, Christos Gage, Rick Remender, Jeff Parker, Paul Jenkins, Daniel Way, Jonathan Hickman, John Arcudi & More
Penciled by Mike Deodato Jr., Fernando Blanco, Roberto De La Torre, Bong Dazo, Miguel Angel Sepulveda, Mahmud Asrar, Wellington Alves, Steve Lieber, Brian Denham, Ben Oliver, Paul Gulacy, Paco Medina, Alessandro Vitti, Francisco Ruiz-Velasco & More

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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