X-O Manowar: Black, White & Gold #3

NEW STORIES! A NEW GOLDEN AGE FOR X-O MANOWAR!

Three for Three! The acclaimed anthology series keeps pushing the boundaries of storytelling with three all-new X-O Manowar tales for its third issue.

Valiant veteran writer Fred Van Lente offers “Götterdämmerung”, a story set in 1943 Nazi Germany as Amok fights… The Teutonic Knight. ‘Nuff Said!

Comic book legend Mike Baron returns to X-O Manowar with “Plant-Based Life”, a new tale set on a bird planet where technology grows… from plants. And they’re not always the pretty kind.
Finally, Roberto Meli offers “Dark Matter”, where Shanhara sees the unexpected return of a foe she thought she locked away forever!

Keep your eyes open as the Black, White and Gold anthology ventures into the unknown.

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

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• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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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