Valiant Beyond: All-New Harbinger #1

MEET THE ALL NEW HARBINGER!

Designed as the ULTIMATE jumping-on point, the Valiant Beyond line of comics are ABSOLUTE must-reads that will ENERGIZE your love for superheroes!

After the devastating fallout of the Harbinger Wars, humans and psiots are able to live together without conflict... but that doesn’t mean that things are safe!

Enter: Harbinger, a super team composed of uniquely powerful psiots including Archer, Flamingo, Alloy, and Crane, dedicated to protecting their city at any cost!

When the terrorist Black Sheep takes a building hostage, it’s up to Harbinger to step up and stop her. But are they up to the test after having recently lost one of their own? It’s a trial by fire for Archer and the newest member of Harbinger in the first chapter of this can’t-miss 3 issue story arc!

A new era for Harbinger begins from fan-favorite writer and Valiant mainstay Fred Van Lente (RESURGENCE OF THE VALIANT UNIVERSE, Incredible Hercules) and artist Erik Tamayo (Star Trek)!

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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