Zoo Animal

Understaffed and financially unstable, the zoo is in trouble.

From the creative mind behind the Booker-nominated and New York Times notable Sabrina, comes a chilling workplace drama in the pitch of Nathan Fielder.

Mona is an ex-figure skater, haunted by her failure. Now a zookeeper, her obsessive thoughts and compulsions are slowing her down—not great news for the zoo's bottom line.

Recently promoted to zoo director, Philip has inherited a myriad of problems, including a doomed aquarium project that is past due and over budget.

Then there is poor Brittany, responsible for public relations. Not an easy job after a deadly attack has the animal rights activists circling.

These are just a few of the folks in Nick Drnaso's ensemble cast. Behind the clean landscaping and cute-as-can-be animals—all lushly rendered in precise inks and ice cream hues—lies something quite frightening.

A master observer of human behavior, Drnaso brilliantly portrays ordinary people struggling to cope within a rotten institution. Welcome to the zoo!

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

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• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• 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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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
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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