I had initially passed this over for pre-order several months back, but ended up doing so anyway about 2 weeks back after your enthusiastic response in a recent livestream. Looking forward to it!
haha - love the ending Bill Paxton reference! That's really cool and you're making me want to buy this. I'm a total Alien casual fan but damn, you make this book interesting. Well done.
Always wanted to get an overview look behind any of the Alien series. Love the movies. Bill Paxton reference at the end....awesome. I remember seeing many different crossover events with Alien and Batman or Alien and Superman. Used to think that was ridiculous until I saw Archie meeting Aliens and even Predator. The world of comics can be interesting and downright weird. But I think that's the appeal and love we have about this world we explore often. Also, H. R. Giger's work he created from the Alien world is very much appreciated. Any of his art books are definite treasures and I'm glad I picked them up when I did see them around way back when. None of us collectors will ever run out of ideas/materials available from the content you share with us.
@@NearMintCondition Agreed. He was great in Predator 2 and True Lies. I recall someone pointed it out that he's the only actor to star in a Terminator, Alien and Predator series. Gone to soon. Left many memories for us fans.
i just watched your video again and i am just now grasping that you said its a follow up to the aliens movie. That answers a huge part of my question thanks for the video.
09:23 "Im not going to showcase them all" Proceeds to show them all LOL! The artwork looks amazing in this. Didnt even know this existed but now Im getting it! :-)
@@NearMintCondition Oh you meant the pages before the page you were on? I thought you meant all those pages at the end after you said it. Those you did show every single one of them XD I really look forward to this one! And I didn't even know about the stories or omnibus before this. You tend to have that effect, so thank you! My wallet though doesn't thank you at all! LOL
This is one of those books that just sit in your head. You may be able to pass up on a superhero book now and again but this guy? Dang it's a must-purchase.
8:53 Oh, man. Right in the childhood. I collected those figures as a kid, even though they pretty much completely changed the likeness of everybody, and it miffed me a bit even as a kid. I remember the little comics rolled up inside the inserts. I researched it years later, and it was all supposed to be part of a kids Saturday morning cartoon series called _Operation: Aliens._ You can find some of the animation cells from the Korean studio that was to be handling the animation online. Of course, it was deemed too violent for kids and scrapped. Who knew?? I picked up the two Dark Horse hardcover trades that collected most of these a few years back, but along with preserving Hicks' & Newt's names, it also preserved the original black & white in the first trade. G'ah... think I'm gonna have to double dip. Torn on what cover to go with.
I've never cared about the Aliens franchise, but I do need some genre variety on my bookshelf. Especially for books that fit squarely in a classic genre, and aren't some deconstruction or mash-up or psychedelic-non-sense....This definitely fits into the classic sci-fi-space-opera-shoot-em-up genre, and I do like the art presented in the beginning....I may keep an eye out for this.
What is the difference between direct market and standard edition covers? I'm brand new to comics but want to get these and have no idea what the difference is lol
I can’t believe Tribes is included! Talk about purism and attention to detail. I was a child of the 70s and 1979s Alien is A supreme sci fi masterpiece . Of course it’s directed by Ridley Scott who directed THE greatest sci fi film of all time Blade Runner. Endless debate artistically it could also be Kubricks 2001 A Space Odyssey. I’m beyond a huge fan saw Prometheus at least 4 times and Covenant just as many on big screens . The franchise explores mankind’s greed, hubris , treachery, and evil against another alien specimen and the Weyland Corporation of course weaponizes these to our downfall. I have all the Dark Horse originals from the 90s and I will probably add this to my collection.
This is something I'll definitely buy in the near future. I'm a mass fan of the Alien/Predator franchise, and it's great to see Marvel reprinting the 80s/90s comics. Definitely on my watchlist.
Which is exactly why I snagged the DM cover haha. I love Tristan’s astonishing art. It’s absolutely disgusting that Land would copy and paste his work for a cover and claim it as original.
5:27. I was like this when I read Angel & Faith TBH. I ADORE the Buffyverse shows. But when I picked up the continuation comics(mostly Angel & Faith. Because those 2 characters are my favs). I read it without reading the Buffy S8 and Angel S6-S8 comics. And I enjoyed the crap outta it. Christos Gage NAILED both Angel & Faith's voices and personalities BEAUTIFULLY.
It's really annoying that there's no logo on the spine under the dust jacket. I put the dust jackets in protective storage and keep my omni naked on the shelf.
@@NearMintCondition it’s that oversized Sam Kieth art that did it for me. Is completely forgotten that he did art for Dark Horse before he moved over to MCP. Incredible!
Dark horse books size of books; 6.1 x 0.9 x 9.1 inches Aliens 6 books in pages; 1 omnibus 384 2 omnibus 448 3 omnibus 376 4 omnibus 384 5 omnibus 376 6 omnibus 376 Total pages in 6 Volumes 2,344pgs Marvel original Omnibus size of books; 7.8 x 1.95 x 11.25 inches 1st book equals 1,024pgs 2nd book equals 1,032pgs 3rd book equals 1,008pgs Total pgs in 3 books 3,064pgs Marvel has 720 pages more than dark horse. Marvel also has a bigger book. So does this mean more room in the pages to add fewer panels but bigger panels per page? Is that extra 720 pages coming from just extra one full page art shots that were taken out of dark horse editions? Is there 720 pages more story than the dark horse editions? Does 720 pages have to do with maybe a little bit of everything i just mentioned? 720 pages is a big chunk, did they zoom in? Please let us know, i have not read neither Marvel or Dark horse, but i have seen the movies. More details in stories sets more of an immersion experience, does this book accomplish that over the movie and more so over the dark horse editions? what are your thoughts on that sir?
Marvel didn't restore the names, they were restored in the DH reprints. Def in the 'Essential Comics v1' and the hardcovers released a couple years ago.
Hello, how does this compare to the Dark Horse Comics 30th Anniversary The Original Comics series Volume 1? Also the original print was in black and white correct?
I just ordered this & FIVE Star Wars Epics like 3hrs ago, cause I don't sleep & want some more comics in my collection. 👽👍 Question: I bought a 6 movie Aliens collection recently, should I watch those while I wait for the omni or wait till after I read this omnimorph?
Hey Omar, do you might know if (or when) there will be a Venomnibus vol. 4 and what content will it collect? Also, do you might know when Spawn Compendium vol. 2 is coming out? Thanks in advance and best regards!
In the original Alien movie comic book/graphic novel adaption, that was started on and completed before the movie came out in 1979; it followed the original script. In the original Alien script, the Xenomorph could turn into a cube. Is that version of the adaption in any collection?
How does this compare with the Dark Horse 30th Anniversary editions? Content and book build wise? There was two, blue and black ones, which are thinner so maybe this has the content from both of them?
I have this on pre order, I can’t wait to get this. I still have these stories, but you can’t beat an omni 😊. I love Aliens. I have all of the U.K. magazines still too. Thanks Omar 😊
Did you drop a Mario Bava reference in here? I know you did, that's not a real question. I just want to thank you for both pleasing the comic fan and the cinephile in me. Planet of the Vampires is the shit.
Hi Omar. Apologies for my stupid question but I didn't really get what extra material this Omnibus contains that is not included in the 2 DarK Horse hard covers called Aliens: The Original Comics Series. I mean other that the art/cover/novel at the end of the volume and the added color in some of the issues. Any new issue? I own the Dark Horse HC which I enjoyed a lot and I am still on the fence about getting this omnibus
Really depends, I think the Library Editions had the original black and white. But if they keep going with the omnibus format, which would look better and more complete on my shelf is what I'm thinking.
Dark Horse Library HCs seem from this preview a superior product at a lower price, not to mention faithful to the original B&W. Marvel Omnibus will eventually reprint later miniseries too, however, so it will be a more complete collection.
I finally started reading it and im almost done with it. I’m enjoying every bit of it. I’m a big fan of the movies and I really love the book as well. Can’t wait to get the next one.
I'm curious, considering Marvel opted to leave the original naming of the characters, is Disney/Marvel removing Alien 3 from the established Alien "canon"? Interesting, I'm very curious to also see if Marvel's Predator comic will tie in with the current Alien Marvel run (which is going fantastically by the way). Maybe Disney wants to make an AvP universe as a main setting? I don't know, time will tell I guess!
Really on the fence about this. Love the movies, never read the comics. It'dw be nice if they would confirm that matching AVP and Predator omnis are in the pipeline!
Now tell me how absolutely stoked you are for the Predator omnibus (when it hopefully lands later this year). That cover alone is incredible. Do you think these alien & predator omnibus' will be difficult to get hold of post - release?
I have the library edition of these and really loved the 30th anniversary is the Omnibus worth it?? I’m really tempted to get this what do y’all alien fans think??
Still have the original few aliens omnibuses from dark horse, glad to see that the first one volume is getting a larger print in omnibus format, the later books kinda get a bit hokey, with the third volume collecting the last of the good issues from the original 80's comics
Time to sit back, open a beer and enjoy !
Those ALIENS comics were so well written and drawn. Thus is an awesome omnibus, love that image under the dust jacket as well!
I had initially passed this over for pre-order several months back, but ended up doing so anyway about 2 weeks back after your enthusiastic response in a recent livestream. Looking forward to it!
Hope you enjoy it!
Can’t wait for this to get delivered. Recently read the Dark Horse edition of the first mini-series I believe. Awesome stuff
Gonna be so exciting to see that sitting on the shelf finally! I love the look of that spine, too
haha - love the ending Bill Paxton reference! That's really cool and you're making me want to buy this. I'm a total Alien casual fan but damn, you make this book interesting. Well done.
I've been waiting for this overview for a LONG time!!!!!! THANKS OMAR!!!!!!!!!!!!
My pleasure!
Already ordered it on the first day. This overview made me even more excited because the artwork exceeded my expectations. Thanks Omar!
Always wanted to get an overview look behind any of the Alien series. Love the movies. Bill Paxton reference at the end....awesome. I remember seeing many different crossover events with Alien and Batman or Alien and Superman. Used to think that was ridiculous until I saw Archie meeting Aliens and even Predator. The world of comics can be interesting and downright weird. But I think that's the appeal and love we have about this world we explore often. Also, H. R. Giger's work he created from the Alien world is very much appreciated. Any of his art books are definite treasures and I'm glad I picked them up when I did see them around way back when. None of us collectors will ever run out of ideas/materials available from the content you share with us.
I love Bill Paxton. Such an amazing talent he was. damn shame we lost him at such a young age.
@@NearMintCondition Agreed. He was great in Predator 2 and True Lies. I recall someone pointed it out that he's the only actor to star in a Terminator, Alien and Predator series. Gone to soon. Left many memories for us fans.
i just watched your video again and i am just now grasping that you said its a follow up to the aliens movie. That answers a huge part of my question thanks for the video.
Thank you for watching!
I often think about what it was like to read these comics back then it must've been interesting
I'm definitely getting this one yep yep 😁
Solid overview. I had no idea it had such rich and diverse art! Gonna order!
09:23 "Im not going to showcase them all" Proceeds to show them all LOL!
The artwork looks amazing in this. Didnt even know this existed but now Im getting it! :-)
:) not all. Still plenty there. I promise.
@@NearMintCondition Oh you meant the pages before the page you were on? I thought you meant all those pages at the end after you said it. Those you did show every single one of them XD I really look forward to this one! And I didn't even know about the stories or omnibus before this. You tend to have that effect, so thank you! My wallet though doesn't thank you at all! LOL
We are so excited!
We have the toys, and the collection of the comics that came with really excites us.
Marvel nailed this one. Can't wait for vol 2.
Finally Omar! We love you.
This is one of those books that just sit in your head. You may be able to pass up on a superhero book now and again but this guy? Dang it's a must-purchase.
I'll give you a thumbs-up for the Planet of the Vampires reference. great hidden gem classic film
This is my most anticipated omni... can't wait to get my copy.
I’m still not used to seeing the Marvel logo on Alien books
I know... I will be the same about the upcoming Star Wars Collections
BRUHHHH I AM SO GETTING THIS !!! Thanks for sharing Omar ! Marvel is killing it ! 🔥
8:53
Oh, man. Right in the childhood. I collected those figures as a kid, even though they pretty much completely changed the likeness of everybody, and it miffed me a bit even as a kid. I remember the little comics rolled up inside the inserts. I researched it years later, and it was all supposed to be part of a kids Saturday morning cartoon series called _Operation: Aliens._ You can find some of the animation cells from the Korean studio that was to be handling the animation online. Of course, it was deemed too violent for kids and scrapped. Who knew??
I picked up the two Dark Horse hardcover trades that collected most of these a few years back, but along with preserving Hicks' & Newt's names, it also preserved the original black & white in the first trade.
G'ah... think I'm gonna have to double dip. Torn on what cover to go with.
I've never cared about the Aliens franchise, but I do need some genre variety on my bookshelf. Especially for books that fit squarely in a classic genre, and aren't some deconstruction or mash-up or psychedelic-non-sense....This definitely fits into the classic sci-fi-space-opera-shoot-em-up genre, and I do like the art presented in the beginning....I may keep an eye out for this.
Hell yess!! Wow this is quick man!
What is the difference between direct market and standard edition covers? I'm brand new to comics but want to get these and have no idea what the difference is lol
Direct market is only available at places like comic stores.
2:53 YEEEES, thanks for acknowledging that movie :)
I love that movie.
Dammmmm O killing my wallet! I got to grab this joint looks dope!! Good stuff as always
Killing it softly. :)
I started reading these stories for the first time and I am hooked.
Let’s go Aliens Epic Collection!
Pre-ordered this back in January, SO excited to finally get it later this month!
Great spoiler-free review, Omar, like always. :D
Hope you enjoy it!
I can’t believe Tribes is included! Talk about purism and attention to detail. I was a child of the 70s and 1979s Alien is A supreme sci fi masterpiece . Of course it’s directed by Ridley Scott who directed THE greatest sci fi film of all time Blade Runner. Endless debate artistically it could also be Kubricks 2001 A Space Odyssey. I’m beyond a huge fan saw Prometheus at least 4 times and Covenant just as many on big screens . The franchise explores mankind’s greed, hubris , treachery, and evil against another alien specimen and the Weyland Corporation of course weaponizes these to our downfall. I have all the Dark Horse originals from the 90s and I will probably add this to my collection.
The Kenner toy comics as a bonus? Neat! I'll probably get the DM cover... unless it sells out. Love the Bolton backboard art!
This is something I'll definitely buy in the near future. I'm a mass fan of the Alien/Predator franchise, and it's great to see Marvel reprinting the 80s/90s comics. Definitely on my watchlist.
Supposedly Greg Land lifted the pencils for that cover from Tristan Jones.
Which is exactly why I snagged the DM cover haha. I love Tristan’s astonishing art. It’s absolutely disgusting that Land would copy and paste his work for a cover and claim it as original.
@@coffeeelk6364 or that Disney/Marvel would go with it months after it was called out
5:27. I was like this when I read Angel & Faith TBH. I ADORE the Buffyverse shows. But when I picked up the continuation comics(mostly Angel & Faith. Because those 2 characters are my favs). I read it without reading the Buffy S8 and Angel S6-S8 comics. And I enjoyed the crap outta it. Christos Gage NAILED both Angel & Faith's voices and personalities BEAUTIFULLY.
Absolutely feel the same. I wish I would have continued my Buffy Comics journey.
which cover to get is the question...
Aliens is my all-time favorite film. I never got a chance to read any of these comics though - I need to get this!!!
It’s so good.
Ironically, Marvel releasing the new line of Alien comics is what brought me back to comics after decades away.
Yay it’s here!!!! I’m so exited!!!!
They have the kenner toys comics? Maaan wow... I have the all original paperback omnibi from Dark Horse. I need this.
They do.
It's really annoying that there's no logo on the spine under the dust jacket. I put the dust jackets in protective storage and keep my omni naked on the shelf.
I think its case by case.
I really enjoyed that overview. I can’t wait to get my copy!
Now I want this too. Thanks, Omar haha
Dammit! This wasn’t on my radar AT ALL but after your 13 minute video, Omar, I’m snatching it up!
I'm sorry. :) But I hope you enjoy it.
@@NearMintCondition it’s that oversized Sam Kieth art that did it for me. Is completely forgotten that he did art for Dark Horse before he moved over to MCP. Incredible!
Adding the DM edition to my collection.
It's gorgeous.
They really didn't change the Land cover even when it was pointed it was traced....
Ohhhhhh....I love the Alien series! I will most definitely have to add this to my collection! 😁
I am a big fan of the first 2 movies snd I have the Dark Horse Essential book on my 'to read' pile
YES!
So hyped for this now!
Really great edition. So good. Except for the puzzling selection of Land to do the main cover.
I prefer the DM. It's classic.
Excited to read this! I have both on preorder!
Ohh yeah!
Love Kelly Jones since his vampire Batman stuff...I didn't know he did aliens.
hi! Really interested about the vol 4 Omnibus. Is it a must to read the first 1-3 omnibuses or can I skip and take them later on? thanks man
Dark horse books
size of books;
6.1 x 0.9 x 9.1 inches
Aliens 6 books in pages;
1 omnibus 384
2 omnibus 448
3 omnibus 376
4 omnibus 384
5 omnibus 376
6 omnibus 376
Total pages in 6 Volumes 2,344pgs
Marvel original Omnibus
size of books;
7.8 x 1.95 x 11.25 inches
1st book equals 1,024pgs
2nd book equals 1,032pgs
3rd book equals 1,008pgs
Total pgs in 3 books 3,064pgs
Marvel has 720 pages more than dark horse. Marvel also has a bigger book. So does this mean more room in the pages to add fewer panels but bigger panels per page? Is that extra 720 pages coming from just extra one full page art shots that were taken out of dark horse editions? Is there 720 pages more story than the dark horse editions? Does 720 pages have to do with maybe a little bit of everything i just mentioned? 720 pages is a big chunk, did they zoom in?
Please let us know, i have not read neither Marvel or Dark horse, but i have seen the movies. More details in stories sets more of an immersion experience, does this book accomplish that over the movie and more so over the dark horse editions? what are your thoughts on that sir?
I want to know about this as well but no one seems to have done a comparison. I have the dark horse ones but want to know if it's worth the upgrade.
YYYEEESSSSS! 😁😁😁 Can't wait for this!
Marvel didn't restore the names, they were restored in the DH reprints. Def in the 'Essential Comics v1' and the hardcovers released a couple years ago.
I had the omnibus editions...the small ones and there was no Hicks or Newt. I didn't get the Library editions though.
These look amazing beautiful art
Looks like some great nostalgia I still have all my alien toys from when I was a kid used to be really into it
I used to have a few.
That's a beautiful omnibus! I'll definitely be picking up vol 1 and 2.
Hello, how does this compare to the Dark Horse Comics 30th Anniversary The Original Comics series Volume 1? Also the original print was in black and white correct?
I cannot wait for this Omni to Drop!
Soon. :)
I wonder how much will be printed. Dont want to miss it
I just ordered this & FIVE Star Wars Epics like 3hrs ago, cause I don't sleep & want some more comics in my collection. 👽👍
Question: I bought a 6 movie Aliens collection recently, should I watch those while I wait for the omni or wait till after I read this omnimorph?
DM cover. Getting this. Dope and underrated stories.
Yes! Yes! Yes! Thanks for the overview.
Any time!
Hey Omar, do you might know if (or when) there will be a Venomnibus vol. 4 and what content will it collect? Also, do you might know when Spawn Compendium vol. 2 is coming out?
Thanks in advance and best regards!
I reckon I might get this now.
In the original Alien movie comic book/graphic novel adaption, that was started on and completed before the movie came out in 1979; it followed the original script.
In the original Alien script, the Xenomorph could turn into a cube.
Is that version of the adaption in any collection?
No, this is the original sequel to Aliens.
Omar, is this the same as aliens omnibus vol 1 from marvel that is coming out soon??
Will the dm cover be on ist and what time will it drop ?
I have the dark horse trade I still need to read. I love aliens. One of my favourite films.
Ps thanks for accepting my friend request on Facebook😊
Planet of the Vampires is the perfect answer to almost every movie question.
SPECTACULAR
:)
@@NearMintCondition 🤘🤓📚
do you think this will make it to paperback? If so, when would you guess?
How does this compare with the Dark Horse 30th Anniversary editions? Content and book build wise? There was two, blue and black ones, which are thinner so maybe this has the content from both of them?
Why don't you Google it?
What do you think is better? Aliens vol 1 & 2 darkhorse hardcover or the Aliens Marvel omnibus?
I have this on pre order, I can’t wait to get this. I still have these stories, but you can’t beat an omni 😊. I love Aliens. I have all of the U.K. magazines still too. Thanks Omar 😊
Thank you.
The spine title should be really really small like defenders. I love squinting when in front of my bookcase to find that one.
LOL what? No way, love them BIG!!! And I'm not getting younger.
Is this out?
So do the books connect with each other or separate stories
They do, but there are also stand alone stories.
Nice! Had this preordered for awhile and can't wait to get it. Pity for the Predator delay.
Ordered the dm variant 😊
Hope you like it!
Finally the wait paid off.
Quick question: are the pages matte or shiny?
M glad I pre-ordered this. And Vol 2 will be even better.
They are glossy.
Did you drop a Mario Bava reference in here? I know you did, that's not a real question. I just want to thank you for both pleasing the comic fan and the cinephile in me. Planet of the Vampires is the shit.
Hellz yes I did! That movie is so damn good!
Hi Omar. Apologies for my stupid question but I didn't really get what extra material this Omnibus contains that is not included in the 2 DarK Horse hard covers called Aliens: The Original Comics Series. I mean other that the art/cover/novel at the end of the volume and the added color in some of the issues. Any new issue? I own the Dark Horse HC which I enjoyed a lot and I am still on the fence about getting this omnibus
Nothing new, but I don't think the toy line comics have been collected before. Not in any of the collections I used to have.
Which of the two covers do ya like more? I'm torn between which to get.
I like the classic
This one. The other cover is partially plagiarized art...
Definitely looks worth it to any alien fan for sure
I never ever try to buy a movie tie in comic,be it predator,star wars,AvP but after hearing your overview I need to buy this
I absolutely love Aliens the director's cut. I never read these though. I do gotta say I'm interested.
So,Omar if I already have both the dark horse library editions of aliens should I bother getting this?
Really depends, I think the Library Editions had the original black and white. But if they keep going with the omnibus format, which would look better and more complete on my shelf is what I'm thinking.
Dark Horse Library HCs seem from this preview a superior product at a lower price, not to mention faithful to the original B&W. Marvel Omnibus will eventually reprint later miniseries too, however, so it will be a more complete collection.
It depends. This omnibus collects some stores that have never been reprinted or rereleased up until now, mainly Alien 3 and Newt’s tale!
I finally started reading it and im almost done with it. I’m enjoying every bit of it. I’m a big fan of the movies and I really love the book as well. Can’t wait to get the next one.
It was so good.
Damn I wanna get this so bad 😭😂
I went from not caring about this omnibus to wanting it. Omar strikes again.
Ah... I did my job. :) Well, I at least talked about the book I mean.
Take my money Marvel!! Lol. Thanks Omar!!
You are so welcome.
I'm curious, considering Marvel opted to leave the original naming of the characters, is Disney/Marvel removing Alien 3 from the established Alien "canon"? Interesting, I'm very curious to also see if Marvel's Predator comic will tie in with the current Alien Marvel run (which is going fantastically by the way). Maybe Disney wants to make an AvP universe as a main setting? I don't know, time will tell I guess!
Really on the fence about this. Love the movies, never read the comics. It'dw be nice if they would confirm that matching AVP and Predator omnis are in the pipeline!
I really hope there are.
Now tell me how absolutely stoked you are for the Predator omnibus (when it hopefully lands later this year). That cover alone is incredible.
Do you think these alien & predator omnibus' will be difficult to get hold of post - release?
Huge fan of the Predator so I hope it comes out sometime.
Is one cover more desirable than the other?
Depends on your taste
Love review man thanks!
Thanks for watching!
I have the library edition of these and really loved the 30th anniversary is the Omnibus worth it?? I’m really tempted to get this what do y’all alien fans think??
Still have the original few aliens omnibuses from dark horse, glad to see that the first one volume is getting a larger print in omnibus format, the later books kinda get a bit hokey, with the third volume collecting the last of the good issues from the original 80's comics
They are solid.