YULETIDE #3 (OF 3)

WHEN THEY SAY THE HOLIDAYS ARE HELL, THEY MEAN IT . . . LITERALLY! Creators George Northy (EC’s Shiver SuspenStories) and Rachele Aragno (Leonide the Vampyr) unleash their final gift: The joyously explosive, 40-page finale to the careering Christmas adventure that’s soon to become a holiday staple! For hundreds of years, the Yule Witch Perchta has been imprisoned in a sacred relic, but now, three teenagers have accidentally released her into an idyllic Pennsylvania town on the cusp of Christmas—and she is not alone! Accompanied by a menagerie of holiday horrors like the Yule Cat and Meri Lywd, Perchta has ravaged her way through town with two simple goals: power and REVENGE! As Perchta’s Yuletide beasts wreak havoc on the good citizens, a handful of the town’s smartest and most misunderstood youth, armed with the secrets of the past by one of the warrior elves of old, are the town’s only hope for saving Christmas—and the WORLD!

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