X-Men Epic Collection: Mutant Massacre

The Mutant Massacre is the first-ever crossover X-Event!

The Mutant Massacre was an epochal event in comics, confirming once and for all that Uncanny X-Men was the cutting edge of comics action and drama. It begins when the Marauders go on a savage hunt for Morlocks—and they don’t mind slaying any X-Men who get in the way. Future X- Legends Psylocke and Longshot get their feet wet as members in good standing, while Wolverine has his first legendary battle with the vicious Sabretooth. Plus: The X-Men take on the Avengers and the Fantastic Four! Written by Chris Claremont and a cavalcade of Marvel’s top artists, including John Romita Jr., Marc Silvestri, Alan Davis and Barry Windsor-Smith, some of the most Epic X-Men stories ever!

COLLECTING: Uncanny X-Men (1981) #211-219, Spider-Man vs Wolverine (1987) #1, Fantastic Four vs X-Men (1987) #1-4, X-Men vs Avengers (1987) #1-4

Written by Chris Claremont, Christopher Priest & Roger Stern With Tom DeFalco & Jim Shooter
Penciled by Marc Silvestri, Mark Bright & Jon Bogdanove With Alan Davis, Butch Guice, Bret Blevins, Keith Pollard, Rick Leonardi, Barry Windsor-Smith & John Romita Jr.

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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