X-Men: The Messiah Trilogy Omnibus

For the first time in one volume, the epic trilogy starring mutant messiah Hope Summers!

With no more mutants being born, the future of Homo superior has never looked bleaker. At the seeming end of their evolutionary cycle, a miracle arrives — in the form of the first child born with the X-gene since the tragic events of M-Day! But this sudden source of hope spawns a bloody, violent and tragic conflict for control over the baby girl’s fate. To safeguard this infant, Cable takes her into the future but soon finds himself trapped there — with the relentless Bishop in hot pursuit, intent on killing the child! When Cyclops sends the black-ops squad X-Force forward in time to help, the battle is on! But when Cable finally returns to the present, will the girl he has raised, Hope Summers, prove to be mutantkind’s savior — or its damnation? 

COLLECTING: X-Men: Messiah Complex One-Shot (2007); Uncanny X-Men (1981) #492-494, #523-525; X-Factor (2005) #25-27; New X-Men (2004) #44-46; X-Men (1991) #205-207; X-Men: The Times and Life of Lucas Bishop (2009) #1-3; X-Force/Cable: Messiah War One-Shot (2009); Cable (2008) #13-15; X-Force (2008) #14-16, #26-28; Second Coming: Prepare (2010); X-Men: Second Coming (2010) #1-2; New Mutants (2009) #12-14; X-Men Legacy (2008) #235-237; X-Men: Blind Science (2010); X-Men: Hellbound (2010) #1-3; X-Men: Future History - The Messiah War Sourcebook (2009)

Written by Ed Brubaker, Matt Fraction, Mike Carey, Craig Kyle, Christopher Yost, Peter David, Duane Swierczynski, Zeb Wells & More
Penciled by Marc Silvestri, Billy Tan, Terry Dodson, Chris Bachalo, Humberto Ramos, Scot Eaton, Larry Stroman, Jamie Mckelvie, Ariel Olivetti, Mike Choi, Clayton Crain, Stuart Immonen, David Finch, Ibraim Roberson, Greg Land & 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