VAN HELSING ANNUAL 2026 BLOOD TIES (ONE SHOT)

For the first time, the origin of the vampire-hunting Liesel Van Helsing is revealed! In Victorian England, teenage Liesel Van Helsing has just begun learning to hunt, under the tutelage of her father, Abraham. But when she sneaks out to explore the streets of London in a solo mission, things quickly go awry and she nearly gets herself killed. Abraham, busy searching the world for Dracula, realizes he can't leave his daughter alone, so he sends her away to a close family friend, Anne Porter, to be safe... and to learn. Liesel quickly realizes that Anne is an engineering genius, who introduces her to technological wonders she has never seen before--weapons and tools that could make her a better hunter. But as Liesel learns and trains under a new mentor, she quickly discovers that the Van Helsing name makes her a target, and some of her family's deadliest enemies have found her....

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