Wolverine By Saladin Ahmed Vol. 4: Clash of the Champions

Things heat up for Wolverine and Silver Sable!

Logan has taken it upon himself to help his new ally, the mercenary Silver Sable, protect the New Morlocks — but a chilling new villain is targeting their encampment. Under siege and battling for survival, things only get worse for Wolverine when a familiar enemy resurfaces to cause new trouble! But a veritable clash of titans awaits when Logan battles Hercules! What could have put the best there is at odds with the lion of Olympus?! The shocking aftermath will be mythic as Wolverine faces a life-altering showdown over a century in the making! Guest-starring Logan’s best pal, Nightcrawler! But who are the Savage Champions?

COLLECTING: Wolverine (2024) #17-21#

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