Ultimate Fantastic Four Omnibus Vol. 2

A youthful, 21st-century reimagining of Marvel’s iconic quartet!

Threshold, Fountain, Magnificent Brute and Dreamcatcher. These incredible entities hold the key to a cosmic conflict that has raged for untold millennia — and that now embroils the Fantastic Four! Then the FF are pulled into a madman's scheme when those closest to them are drawn back through time. What awaits them in the year 1483 is a man with a quest to transform the world: the alchemist supreme, Diablo! Reed Richards' attempts to create a Cosmic Cube pierces the barriers of a hundred universes, and falling through the opening into our unsuspecting reality is the keeper of the Power Cosmic: the Silver Surfer! Plus: The Mole Man, Thanos, Agatha Harkness and the Salem's Seven! But when a group of X-Men from the future travel back in time, why do they want to assassinate the FF?! And when the cataclysmic events of Ultimatum rock the entire Ultimate Universe, what will become of the Fantastic Four?!

COLLECTING: Ultimate Fantastic Four (2003) #33-60, Ultimate Fantastic Four Annual (2005) #2, Ultimate X-Men/Fantastic Four (2005) #1, Ultimate Fantastic Four/X-Men (2006) #1, Ultimate X-Men/Ultimate Fantastic Four Annual (2008) #1, Ultimate Fantastic Four/Ultimate X-Men Annual (2008) #1, Ultimatum: Fantastic Four Requiem (2009) #1

Written by Mike Carey, Aron Eli Coleite, Joe Pokaski & More
Penciled by Pasqual Ferry, Scott Kolins, Mark Brooks, Tyler Kirkham, Eric Basaldua, Stuart Immonen, Frazer Irving, Eric Nguyen, Brandon Peterson, Dan Panosian & More

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