I love your channel man!!Batman resonated with me so much as a kid, my parents said when I was a baby all they had to do was turn on Batman on VHS or cable and I’d be mesmerized for hours. My entire childhood from 10 months old to 11 years old I had frequent life threatening seizures and every time I woke up in the hospital my dad was right next to me reading out loud Batman comic books trying to hold back tears. To this day we still read new Batman comics when we can and we religiously watch the Nolan movies and Burton movies in a marathon a couple times a year.
Thank you for sharing this story with me. I hope things have improved health wise for you, but that’s so wonderful you could share Batman with your dad! Seriously beautiful!
@@willsherman4044 my dad would read Frank Miller’s year one and DKR the most frequently when I was in the hospital so I’m partial to those being my favorite because I’ve heard and read them the most! Batman Hush also holds a special place in my heart because that was the first graphic novel my dad bought me after my final scan and the doctors told us I can start getting off my seizure medication
My favorite dc omnibus that you missed has to be green lantern by Geoff Johns. Also the Alan Moore swamp thing absolutes deserve a mention. Cool video, gained a new subscriber. 😊
Haha I love swamp thing but it doesn’t have an omnibus yet! I included Green Lantern in my first version of this list that I did over a year ago, but now that I’ve read the stories again I think the huge events like Corps War and Blackest Night are even better and more impactful after reading more DC comics first and knowing who all those characters that come back are!
This is a great list! I genuinely liked your explanation for each omni and why it would be good for first time readers. I wasn't even interested in some of these omnis, but you kinda turned me around on checking them out. Great job, Jake!
@@TBATB: Don’t know yet… I think I prefer the absolute format over omnibuses. I’ve decided to focus on female characters when it comes to collecting comic books so it’ll probably be one on a cool female character 😊
So my pick for absolutes with awesome female characters (and I don’t know what’s still in print) Absolute Scarlet Absolutes Promethea (coming back next year) Absolute WW by Azzarello Absolute WW Gods & Mortals Later this year we are getting Absolute Mr. Miracle which has my favorite Big Barda moments!
My favourite DC Omnibus has been Gotham Central. Took me by surprise as I wasn't expecting to love it as much as I did. But I am so happy I got it. 10/10 would recommend.
This reminds me a lot of this video that came out last year from this channel called The Brave And The Boys. I think it was called Top 10 DC omnibus for new readers. That was a pretty good video!
I’m really happy to see a lot of New 52 recommendations. I remember when the New 52 Initiative started and was mostly hated by fans, but as a young fan myself that found comics intimidating, it felt like the perfect place to start for me. The one of the first comics I ever read, which I’m re-reading the entire run right now, is The New 52: Red Hood and the Outlaws Vol. 1, and I’m loving it. The New 52 had some quirks, but I’m glad it’s grown on fans since its debut
Geoff John’s by Green Lantern is by far my favorite Omni set. I was trade waiting as a kid on it because I didn’t have a comic book store near me but I did have a Barnes and Noble that made sure they’d keep them in stock for me. I’m a massive Star Wars fan and that was the first superhero series that made me feel what Star Wars did
Love your choices soooo much bro ! Well thought out ! DC has so many amazing Omni’s and is on fire for what they’re releasing next year. One of my favorite DC omni’s of all time is Deathstroke by Christopher Priest. An incredible character defining fun. Well done vid Jake. 🔥
I really appreciate your channel. I got into reading comics this year after getting the Watchmen collectors box set from my local Ollies after my original paperback copy was ruined in a roll over accident. So far I've read Dark Knight, Paul Dinis Dark Night, Batman New 52 series through Zero Year and the first trade paperback of Spider-Punk. I haven't gotten any omnis yet but I keep eyeing the Jeph Loeb Batman because I enjoyed the Long Halloween movie and you even suggested it last year :)
I'm actually just getting into comics and I already had my eye on a couple of these (those Batman and Wonder Woman omnibuses), so it's good to know those are a good place to start. Great video!
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Sandman Omnibus I had to do a book report before I graduated high school and I had just recently bought it at the time too, so my first read through of Sandman was pretty fun.
Brightest Day is my favorite DC omni. It bought back so many of my favorite characters and gave a good launching point for Geoff Johns Aquaman run which reignited my love for comics as a whole.
My favorite Omni is The Question by O’Neil and Cowan, Vol. 1. I read it at the right time in my life - after I nearly failed school, lost some friendships partly because of my own actions, and was trying to improve and be better. While obviously different than what Vic Sage was doing, it resonated with me heavily, and those first 27 issues constitute my favorite comic book run. (I also just love that side of the DCU - the street side - Question, Mike Grell’s Green Arrow, Batman, etc).
That is an awesome story man! Being better is something we should all strive for and I’m glad you put the work in to improve your life just like Vic Sage!
Favorite omnibus of all time (not just DC) is Sandman vol 1. I didn't have too many other DC omnis, but my favorite non-Vertigo omni is probably Flashpoint.
Hi, first love you videos- you helped me get started with dc comics and I love your “top best” videos. My favorite omnibus is Batman knightfall - first because it’s my first omnibus and second, great storyline with bane love it (Don’t live in US😕)
My favorite omnibus is one you mentioned in this video: Batman by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo. I was in junior high when the run started and it ended when i graduated from high school. It's the best Batman run imo.
I have not read flash by Williamson, but that art you put up on screen looks incredible. My favorite dc omni (from the ones i read) is batman by Loeb & sale. Awesome stories, awesome artwork.
I was so tempted to include it and if I had allowed my self 2 Batman spots it’s a no brainer. My logic behind including Snyder’s run instead was that it opens you up to more characters and is good to read before metal, which is awesome. If I was making a list of my favorite standalone Batman stories Loeb and Sale win no question!
I’m fairly new into collecting omnis, been back and forth before but been reading non stop recently enjoying these stories I’m collecting. I don’t have dc omnis YET my favorite so far is “uncanny X force” love your channel and always come here now for new reads!
My favorite is Batman by Scott Snyder simply because it's nostalgic for me. The first time I actually read a comic physically was when a friend in middle school lent me The Court of Owls book. I loved the story and Greg Capullo's art is stunning.
Hello. I currently don’t have a favorite DC omnibus because I don’t have any, yet. I’ve been just focusing on Marvel and becoming such an expensive hobby that I haven’t bought any. I do want to get the 2 Batman omnis though. I do have V for Vendetta 30th anniversary, Batman year one and Sweet Tooth compendium. First time here. Great stuff. Subscribed!!!!!!!
Thank you for the kind words! When I first started collecting I bought the sweet tooth compendium too! I know some collectors want everything oversized and hardcover but compediums are such an excellent value! All I want is more people to discover comics and compendiums are a perfect price point!
I'm not a new reader but I love these lists because I have a lot of holes to fill with newer runs. My favorite is Batman by Jeph Loeb & Tim Sale. It's the one I keep going back to. I really want the Superman Rebirth based on all of the reviews.
Batman fan here. My favorite omnibus is one you mentioned: Batman by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo (volumes 1 & 2). Runner up is the Paul Dini Batman omnibus.
Goodness, my favorite DC omnibus? I think the Grayson Superspy Omnibus is probably my favorite. Plus, it goes directly into my favorite run of Nightwing by Seeley.
Hi great list definitely going to check out the question. At the moment Mt favourite dc omni has to be green arrow longbow hunters that was really good
My favorite omni by far is Ed Brubackers Gotham Central, really love the new perspective added for these characters. Ever since i read Batman: Year One, i knew i had to get more of gothams corrupt police departament. Enjoyed every damn page
I also liked the New 52 Justice League. I agree it’s a good jumping on point for new readers. Did that have near the end of it the Darkseid War? That was such a great story with Jason Fabok art, who is on Rook Exodus now and just an incredible artist. For Secret Six, I think you called him Hatman but I believe that is the Batman villain the Mad Hatter. But agree Secret Six is amazing.
Yes it has Darkseid War and makes the previous Darkseid War omnibus no longer needed! You are totally right! I meant mad hatter. I think I confused my self saying catman, and then just rhymed it to hatman haha
Hope I’m not too late, great video regardless. I’ve always like the ideals of WW. Strength, Smarts, Peace, and of course her beauty. While it isn’t her most traditional story I loved Wonder Woman by Brian Azzarello & Cliff Chiang (and plan on reading George Perez’s run eventually)
My favorite DC omni is vol. 1 of Grant Morrison's Batman, precisely because it is the first omni I ever bought and its the one I am currently reading now!
@@TBATB For real! Although, just getting it collected is good. Lol, also, knowing DC, they'll put out an omnibus in two years after making everyone buy the compendium first.
My favourite Omni is the Snyder Capullo Batman, especially vol 1, some of the best art and stories you’ll read, I reread the run every year and get new things out of it everytime
My favorite Omni so far is Justice League International Omnibus 1. I’m still trying to get a hold of the other two, but I love seeing the Justice League operate and exist in a way without its “main players” giving spotlight to other heroes just as deserving who weren’t as recognizable at the time.
I loved vol 1! I use to have 1&2 but sold them to help pay for my wedding since I didn’t think vol 3 would ever come out. Once it did I bought vol 1 again but haven’t got vol 2 and 3 yet.
I have one a did about a year ago! Sadly anytime I cover non DC comics my videos tend to struggle. I have cultivated a large DC following and UA-cam hates change.
Rebuilding my physical collection, and my wallet weeps seeing these awesome suggestions. I just found out about The Many Deaths of Vic Sage, so that's my next buy. Then come to find out He has 2 omnis is crazy. I would've added Justice League Dark.
I haven’t read any omnibuses yet since I’m new to comics so I don’t have a favorite. However my most anticipated omnibus is Nightwing by Tom Taylor. Thanks for recommending some omnis to start reading.
My favorite DC omnibus is The Flash silver age vol 1, it was my first ever omnibus and holds a special place in my heart, and it has the first appearances of Barry Allen, Wally West, Captain cold and other famous rogues, and it has Flash #123 the introduction of the multiverse with Jay Garrick meeting Barry Allen
@@TBATB Yeah it's a great list. Supes has always been my dude since I was like 8 and saw Superman 3, yeah I didn't know it was not the greatest till later but watching Clark fight off his evil side was like the coolest thing ever I thought back then haha .
I gotta say, I started reading omnis with snyder and capullos Batman run, since then I’ve collected a couple of extra Omni’s and I’m currently reading dark nights metal and I wouldn’t have done it any other way-metal was worth the wait. Also my favorite omnibus is snyder and capullo Batman volume 2 bc it’s the first time I was so into a omnibus that I read it in only a few sittings. While I read vol 1 slowly in between reading dune 1, 2 and 3 lol
RIP my bank account. So glad I stumbled upon your channel. I've already bought 2 omnis and one of the DC compact editions since I discovered your channel less than a week ago!
@@TBATB I needed this advice. I have a tendency to become obsessive when I find a new hobby, and with all the choices available to me I get overwhelmed and want them all. My wife is already giving me a side eye.
Trust me, it’s easy to over spend money, but realize the real currency is shelf space. Even if I tell you it’s the best book ever sampled digitally! I put myself in a lot of debt when I first started and had to work my way out. What’s worse than debt is mediocre books in my shelf!
My favorite DC Omnibus is the one that was my first, The Spectre: The Wrath of the Spectre Omnibus. And, looking forward to winning any type of give-away you have going on; especially if DC related !
I got the three absolutes from my sponsor and sadly I have yet to read it! I think I’m waiting till we are closer to a reprint of one of the volumes to do my review on them.
Flash must've been a tough choice for you to pick with such a large library of omnis for his title. My unofficial favorite DC "omni" is my custom bind of Captain Carrot and His Amazing Zoo Crew. Because who doesn't love funny animals in superhero costumes? 😅
Well, I don’t own any DC omnibuses myself. But, if I did own one I think the injustice omnibus would be my top pick. Hope this qualifies for the giveaway.
I'm going to go on record stating that New52 Flash is a FANTASTIC starting point for Flash. It's beautiful, well-written, and low commitment because it's only about 25 issues. And since it's New52, it doesn't require a whole bunch of prior knowledge to understand. It's not the absolute BEST Flash run ever, but it can easily be argued that it's the best for new readers.
@@TBATB We Flash fans are a special bunch. But we’re also a very lucky group, because we have so many great runs for our favorite character. Like Daredevil fans over at Marvel.
@@TBATBTough choice. Wally has had better stories, so I enjoy his books more. But I actually prefer the character of Barry. I love that he’s a scientist/detective. Wally has some great family dynamics, but in a vacuum I find him to be kinda vanilla.
So if you ask anyone in the world they will tell you not to start with final crisis. But you know what? It was my first comic book and I loved it! It can be confusing but you should still try it! Someday when you’ve read more you can go back and try again!
@@TBATB I know it seems like a daunting task to read those 3 massive books, but they are surprisingly quick reads. It is basically like reading GL by Geoff Johns. If you get a chance, check out Comics Guide101’s review on volume 1. That is what got me hyped for the JSA series.
So I got into reading/collecting via Omnibus format just over a year back. Initially I considered myself neutral over any Marvel/DC stance. Having picked up 50-55 Omnibus in that year, only 8 titles are DC - all Batman/Gotham Central. *I really feel DC are sleeping on the format with new readers* I would rush to buy a *John Byrne Man Of Steel Omnibus* if they released it rather than the 4 HC (#4 being out of stock) as i recall buying #1 of Superman Monthly (London Edition) back in 1988 as a young kid, recently finding out that Byrne was the author of that title, so for me it's got alot of nostalgia. As you point out with your breakdown, there's a lack of Suicide Squad omnibus (whilst looking at Marvel, they have five Thunderbolts omnibus?). Even the Tomasi Superman omnibus, the fact you've got Superman as a father will instantly push away many new casual readers who aren't familiar with Superman as a father or feel it's some later down the line story that's away from the core sagas of the character. Hopefully DC do put more omnibus out, I'm excited to grab Knightfall Vol 2 next year to add to Vol 1 (a set that were high on my list as I started collecting in 2024)
DC had their collected editions department gutted and then they had several giant mergers. But I think we are finally in a good place! They are really stepping up their game on 2025!
@@TBATB Really hope so, did see a few of the solicits for the next year, the *Deathstroke* Omni is one that I'm aiming to grab and I just recall I recently grabbed that *Lobo* compendium which I'd have been happier to grab as a omnibus hardcover style title.
My favorite Dc omnibus so far is Superman by Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason. To me Superman is the pinnacle of what a superhero should be and is almost a Jesus type character, but this omnibus really humanizes him while keeping that classic Superman feel.
Refuse to start with this 😂 Lol just kidding some good picks I was really enjoying Aquaman omnibus but Aquaman in the 90s was no joke he was punisher underwater trust me .
@@TBATB I haven't read the full run but read the first trade & had read a few of the back issues a while back & it was a good read but I remember it beeing a bit wordy so it might take a while to finish as an omnibus.
Thank you for being rad! I wouldn’t have a channel without awesome people like you supporting me and giving me fun ideas! I might even steal this idea for October!
The three absolutes are one of the treasures of my collection! Dark Victory is very expensive, but I would maybe hold off on paying whale prices. They announced a follow up story called The last Halloween and I could see the absolutes being reprinted when that comes out
So I’m decently new into Omni collecting I just started to dabble into DC last year. I got the two 4 Snyder Omnis Batman 1&2 / Batman metal 1/2. Loved them but the best Omni I stumbled on so far is HITMAN by Garth ennis it’s so fun and dumb I loved it
I love your channel man!!Batman resonated with me so much as a kid, my parents said when I was a baby all they had to do was turn on Batman on VHS or cable and I’d be mesmerized for hours. My entire childhood from 10 months old to 11 years old I had frequent life threatening seizures and every time I woke up in the hospital my dad was right next to me reading out loud Batman comic books trying to hold back tears. To this day we still read new Batman comics when we can and we religiously watch the Nolan movies and Burton movies in a marathon a couple times a year.
Thank you for sharing this story with me. I hope things have improved health wise for you, but that’s so wonderful you could share Batman with your dad! Seriously beautiful!
Such a beautiful tradition. What’s your favorite Batman story?
This is such a nice comment
@@TBATB thank you man🙌🏻 I’ve been doing great since 11 and I’m 26 now
@@willsherman4044 my dad would read Frank Miller’s year one and DKR the most frequently when I was in the hospital so I’m partial to those being my favorite because I’ve heard and read them the most! Batman Hush also holds a special place in my heart because that was the first graphic novel my dad bought me after my final scan and the doctors told us I can start getting off my seizure medication
My fav dc omni has to be the question. Went in blind as a crime noir fan and it not only met expectations but blew them out of the water.
I love both of those books so much! If you liked it you might want to check out longbow hunters!
My favorite dc omnibus that you missed has to be green lantern by Geoff Johns. Also the Alan Moore swamp thing absolutes deserve a mention. Cool video, gained a new subscriber. 😊
Haha I love swamp thing but it doesn’t have an omnibus yet!
I included Green Lantern in my first version of this list that I did over a year ago, but now that I’ve read the stories again I think the huge events like Corps War and Blackest Night are even better and more impactful after reading more DC comics first and knowing who all those characters that come back are!
This is a great list! I genuinely liked your explanation for each omni and why it would be good for first time readers. I wasn't even interested in some of these omnis, but you kinda turned me around on checking them out. Great job, Jake!
Thank you so much! Which one surprised you the most?
I’m a new comic book reader and Gail Simone’s Wonder Woman is actually the first and only omnibus that I own. I really enjoy it 😊
I love that book so much! She signed my copy saying “Everyone has a little Wonder Woman in them!”
Any idea what your second omnibus will be?
@@TBATB: Don’t know yet… I think I prefer the absolute format over omnibuses. I’ve decided to focus on female characters when it comes to collecting comic books so it’ll probably be one on a cool female character 😊
So my pick for absolutes with awesome female characters (and I don’t know what’s still in print)
Absolute Scarlet
Absolutes Promethea (coming back next year)
Absolute WW by Azzarello
Absolute WW Gods & Mortals
Later this year we are getting Absolute Mr. Miracle which has my favorite Big Barda moments!
@@TBATB: Nice! Thank you for the recommendations 😊
Great video as usual Jake... I'm going to have to dig for my Sleeper omni, I've been wanting to read it for some time now!
Haha don’t sleep on sleeper!
My favourite DC Omnibus has been Gotham Central. Took me by surprise as I wasn't expecting to love it as much as I did. But I am so happy I got it. 10/10 would recommend.
I adore it and knew it had to be on this list!
This reminds me a lot of this video that came out last year from this channel called The Brave And The Boys. I think it was called Top 10 DC omnibus for new readers. That was a pretty good video!
It has a certain charm that is unmistakable. I am glad I got to a place to look back on it with kinder eyes.
My favourite omni is the Gotham Central omnibus. No doubt such an original comic that brings a sense of realism into a fantastical world.
Such a wild book that I fell in love with!
My favorite DC omni is Geoff John’s Green Lantern. I never cared for the Green Lantern until I read his run on the character.
Such an amazing run! It’s definitely in my top 15!
I’m really happy to see a lot of New 52 recommendations. I remember when the New 52 Initiative started and was mostly hated by fans, but as a young fan myself that found comics intimidating, it felt like the perfect place to start for me. The one of the first comics I ever read, which I’m re-reading the entire run right now, is The New 52: Red Hood and the Outlaws Vol. 1, and I’m loving it. The New 52 had some quirks, but I’m glad it’s grown on fans since its debut
Geoff John’s by Green Lantern is by far my favorite Omni set. I was trade waiting as a kid on it because I didn’t have a comic book store near me but I did have a Barnes and Noble that made sure they’d keep them in stock for me.
I’m a massive Star Wars fan and that was the first superhero series that made me feel what Star Wars did
Have you read Green Lanterns Earth One? Total Starwars vibe!
@@TBATB I have not! Im still holding out for an Omni or deluxe editions of that series since I love Batman earth one and Wonder Woman earth one
Awesome video Jake!!
Thanks! Your continued support means the world!
Love your choices soooo much bro ! Well thought out ! DC has so many amazing Omni’s and is on fire for what they’re releasing next year.
One of my favorite DC omni’s of all time is Deathstroke by Christopher Priest. An incredible character defining fun.
Well done vid Jake. 🔥
I thought it was Injustice!
@@TBATB That's one of them too haha.
Are you pumped for injustice 2?
@@TBATB heck yes ! I hope they change it to a Vol 1 though. There’s over 70+ issues to it.
Did Taylor write all 70 issues?!?!
Awesome episode! My favorite DC story is Kingdom Come! Waid and Ross?! Am I right?
Such an amazing duo! Both top tier in their craft!
Great vid. Jonah Hex Omni has been my favorite so far.
How did I not know he had an omnibus haha
I really appreciate your channel. I got into reading comics this year after getting the Watchmen collectors box set from my local Ollies after my original paperback copy was ruined in a roll over accident. So far I've read Dark Knight, Paul Dinis Dark Night, Batman New 52 series through Zero Year and the first trade paperback of Spider-Punk. I haven't gotten any omnis yet but I keep eyeing the Jeph Loeb Batman because I enjoyed the Long Halloween movie and you even suggested it last year :)
I love that watchmen set! I had a friend send me it from Ollie’s!
New 52 Batman is absolutely a jumping on point. It was designed to be new reader friendly, and you can jump from there to any other Batman run.
It is such a great place to start!
My favourite omni is 52. This along with 52 Pick-Up made Booster Gold one of my favourite DC heroes. Love the channel, keep up the great work!
Great sleeper pick. It's not talked about enough. I have to think about the new reader thing though.
I adore 52 but feel like it’s better if you know some dc history such as infinite crisis first haha
@@TBATBYeah, I’d have to agree. 52 is my favourite omnibus. But if I had to pick a new reader friendly omnibus. It would definitely be Gotham Central.
Great picks!!!❤
Glad you like them!
Thanks for this great video ❤
You are so welcome!
I'm actually just getting into comics and I already had my eye on a couple of these (those Batman and Wonder Woman omnibuses), so it's good to know those are a good place to start. Great video!
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Sandman Omnibus
I had to do a book report before I graduated high school and I had just recently bought it at the time too, so my first read through of Sandman was pretty fun.
I love sandman! I own it all in few formats and think it’s the best!
My favorite is the Knightfall omnibus. Thanks for the reccomendations!
Great books but the spines give me anxiety haha 😆
Brightest Day is my favorite DC omni. It bought back so many of my favorite characters and gave a good launching point for Geoff Johns Aquaman run which reignited my love for comics as a whole.
I love that book but definitely think it’s better read after more dc history!
My fav DC omni is Gotham Central, seeing how the Gotham PD deal with Batmans rogue gallery, its soooooo good.
I adore that book!
Also I hope you’re feeling better dude!
My favorite omnibus is The Batman Adventures although i just started out, it was great! Love your channel!
Awesome! Thank you! I love that omnibus also! I need to start Batman and Robin Adventures soon!
My favorite Omni is The Question by O’Neil and Cowan, Vol. 1. I read it at the right time in my life - after I nearly failed school, lost some friendships partly because of my own actions, and was trying to improve and be better. While obviously different than what Vic Sage was doing, it resonated with me heavily, and those first 27 issues constitute my favorite comic book run. (I also just love that side of the DCU - the street side - Question, Mike Grell’s Green Arrow, Batman, etc).
That is an awesome story man! Being better is something we should all strive for and I’m glad you put the work in to improve your life just like Vic Sage!
I love Geoff John’s’ Green Lantern Omnibus collections. But the Gotham Central omnibus by Rucka and Brubaker is my favorite of all time.
Gotham central blew my mind it is so good!
My favorite omnibus has to be Dark Nights Metal. Great fun story with amazing artwork all around.
I hope the upcoming compendium helps make this awesome story more accessible to more people!
Favorite omnibus of all time (not just DC) is Sandman vol 1. I didn't have too many other DC omnis, but my favorite non-Vertigo omni is probably Flashpoint.
Sandman is rad! The first full absolute set I ever owned!
My favourite omnibus is the first one that I got! Blackest night! Absolutely loved it on my first read and still one of my favorite stories!
I love blackest night as an event but it’s so huge I haven’t started the Omni yet!
@@TBATB I hope you get to! It collects it pretty comprehensively and it's a lot of fun to read!
Hey Congrats! Can you email me? Thebraveandtheboys@gmail.com
Still new to DC but as of right now Gotham central is my favorite DC omni. This video giving me ideas on what to pick up next.
I LOVE Gotham Central!
Hi, first love you videos- you helped me get started with dc comics and I love your “top best” videos. My favorite omnibus is Batman knightfall - first because it’s my first omnibus and second, great storyline with bane love it
(Don’t live in US😕)
Thank you so much for the kind words! It means the world to me that my videos have resonated with you!
My favorite omni is definitely the batman adventures. Absolutely amazing stories that cemented the tone for the character.
Yes it’s so good!
My favorite omnibus is one you mentioned in this video: Batman by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo. I was in junior high when the run started and it ended when i graduated from high school. It's the best Batman run imo.
It’s so iconic!
I have not read flash by Williamson, but that art you put up on screen looks incredible.
My favorite dc omni (from the ones i read) is batman by Loeb & sale. Awesome stories, awesome artwork.
I was so tempted to include it and if I had allowed my self 2 Batman spots it’s a no brainer. My logic behind including Snyder’s run instead was that it opens you up to more characters and is good to read before metal, which is awesome. If I was making a list of my favorite standalone Batman stories Loeb and Sale win no question!
Loving your shirt!
I love super friends!
I’m fairly new into collecting omnis, been back and forth before but been reading non stop recently enjoying these stories I’m collecting. I don’t have dc omnis YET my favorite so far is “uncanny X force” love your channel and always come here now for new reads!
Welcome aboard!
My favorite is Batman by Scott Snyder simply because it's nostalgic for me. The first time I actually read a comic physically was when a friend in middle school lent me The Court of Owls book. I loved the story and Greg Capullo's art is stunning.
It’s such a perfect Batman book
Batman n52 is where it all started for me. My favorite run to this day.
It’s rad!
Hello. I currently don’t have a favorite DC omnibus because I don’t have any, yet. I’ve been just focusing on Marvel and becoming such an expensive hobby that I haven’t bought any. I do want to get the 2 Batman omnis though. I do have V for Vendetta 30th anniversary, Batman year one and Sweet Tooth compendium. First time here. Great stuff. Subscribed!!!!!!!
Thank you for the kind words! When I first started collecting I bought the sweet tooth compendium too! I know some collectors want everything oversized and hardcover but compediums are such an excellent value! All I want is more people to discover comics and compendiums are a perfect price point!
I love the final crisis Omni 🔥
Final crisis (the trade paperback) was my first comic book!
I'm not a new reader but I love these lists because I have a lot of holes to fill with newer runs. My favorite is Batman by Jeph Loeb & Tim Sale. It's the one I keep going back to. I really want the Superman Rebirth based on all of the reviews.
That book is my favorite Batman omnibus, and if I could have used two Batman books I would have thrown it in 100%
Batman fan here. My favorite omnibus is one you mentioned: Batman by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo (volumes 1 & 2). Runner up is the Paul Dini Batman omnibus.
Goodness, my favorite DC omnibus? I think the Grayson Superspy Omnibus is probably my favorite. Plus, it goes directly into my favorite run of Nightwing by Seeley.
I love him so much I named my cat Grayson!
My Favourite Omni is the Hellblazer by Garth Ennis Omnibus
Are you pumped for the Hellblazer omnibus love we are getting
Jack Kirby’s fourth world omnibus has to be my favourite. It has everything I could want from the new gods
I adore that book and think it’s definitely essential reading! However, I did sell my omnibus and pick up the absolute.
Hi great list definitely going to check out the question. At the moment Mt favourite dc omni has to be green arrow longbow hunters that was really good
I love that book!
@TBATB I couldn't stop reading it took me 5 days just flew through it was so good haven't read the second one yet always looking out for it
Have you read the question? I thought it was of a similar tone and the same caliber of quality!
@TBATB no that's definitely on my list of books to read just started y the last man this week loving it so far
My favorite omni by far is Ed Brubackers Gotham Central, really love the new perspective added for these characters. Ever since i read Batman: Year One, i knew i had to get more of gothams corrupt police departament. Enjoyed every damn page
One of the best omnibus of all time!
Hey man great video my favorite Omni so far has been Batman the hush saga Omni
Have you read the Paul Dini omnibus?
@@TBATB I have not. I’ve heard some good things about it but haven’t gotten around to getting it but I just might have get it soon now
Wished DC reprinted Batman: Prelude to Knightfall and Troika trades. Missing those!
I also liked the New 52 Justice League. I agree it’s a good jumping on point for new readers. Did that have near the end of it the Darkseid War? That was such a great story with Jason Fabok art, who is on Rook Exodus now and just an incredible artist.
For Secret Six, I think you called him Hatman but I believe that is the Batman villain the Mad Hatter. But agree Secret Six is amazing.
Yes it has Darkseid War and makes the previous Darkseid War omnibus no longer needed!
You are totally right! I meant mad hatter. I think I confused my self saying catman, and then just rhymed it to hatman haha
Hope I’m not too late, great video regardless. I’ve always like the ideals of WW. Strength, Smarts, Peace, and of course her beauty. While it isn’t her most traditional story I loved Wonder Woman by Brian Azzarello & Cliff Chiang (and plan on reading George Perez’s run eventually)
I got those in the absolutes and the art is gorgeous!
My favorite omnibus is the Geoff Johns Green Lantern series. GL is my favorite character, and this was the perfect run for that character.
I completely agree! Such iconic moments!
My favorite DC omni is vol. 1 of Grant Morrison's Batman, precisely because it is the first omni I ever bought and its the one I am currently reading now!
How do you feel it is for new readers?
The Question omnibuses are my favorite. Batman Adventures/Batman and Robin Adventures are a close second.
So sad Superman adventures is gonna be a compendium
@@TBATB For real! Although, just getting it collected is good. Lol, also, knowing DC, they'll put out an omnibus in two years after making everyone buy the compendium first.
Haha yes I’m sure the second I finally buy is when it will get announced!
@@TBATB Exactly!
My favourite Omni is the Snyder Capullo Batman, especially vol 1, some of the best art and stories you’ll read, I reread the run every year and get new things out of it everytime
It was so hard to pick this over Batman by Loeb and Sale but it’s so iconic and great for new readers!
My favorite Omni so far is Justice League International Omnibus 1. I’m still trying to get a hold of the other two, but I love seeing the Justice League operate and exist in a way without its “main players” giving spotlight to other heroes just as deserving who weren’t as recognizable at the time.
I loved vol 1! I use to have 1&2 but sold them to help pay for my wedding since I didn’t think vol 3 would ever come out. Once it did I bought vol 1 again but haven’t got vol 2 and 3 yet.
@@TBATB worth it for the wedding
My favourite omnibus is the Sandman Omnibus vol. 1
Ah one of my all time favorites!
great picks . can you do one about marvel. love your show
I have one a did about a year ago! Sadly anytime I cover non DC comics my videos tend to struggle. I have cultivated a large DC following and UA-cam hates change.
@@TBATB love all your video reviews very sorry if I gave impression of hater . Just love marvel the more. ❤️
No you didn’t! I would love to do a marvel one someday it was an awesome suggestion! 💜
Rebuilding my physical collection, and my wallet weeps seeing these awesome suggestions.
I just found out about The Many Deaths of Vic Sage, so that's my next buy. Then come to find out He has 2 omnis is crazy.
I would've added Justice League Dark.
I tried to mention that book but then completely blanked on the name and had to try and make it smooth 😂 did you hear about all along the watchtower?
@TBATB I had to look into, but looks cool. Rene as the Question is awesome
I haven’t read any omnibuses yet since I’m new to comics so I don’t have a favorite. However my most anticipated omnibus is Nightwing by Tom Taylor. Thanks for recommending some omnis to start reading.
Welcome to the awesome world of omnibus! I can not wait for Nightwing by Tom Taylor it is excellent!!!
Another awesome video! And again, I'm sorry about the shipping situation, but I'm eternally grateful! I'll skip this giveaway, you know why! 😅
Dude no worries! Thanks for all the support and hope you love the books!
My favourite DC character is Batman but Geoff Johns run on Green Lantern is my favourite DC omni
I wanted to fit it in this list but I wanted to be different haha what’s your favorite Batman omnibus?
I share your opinion and think Snyders run is almost perfect and a great way to get into the Bat universe ;-)
My favorite DC omnibus is The Flash silver age vol 1, it was my first ever omnibus and holds a special place in my heart, and it has the first appearances of Barry Allen, Wally West, Captain cold and other famous rogues, and it has Flash #123 the introduction of the multiverse with Jay Garrick meeting Barry Allen
Gosh I don’t own much silver age but that book sounds iconic
@@TBATB Yes lots of first appearances and important moments
I might need to check it out! But my flash omnibus collection keeps getting bigger and bigger and I can’t keep up!
Favorite DC omnibus has to be Green Lantern by Geoff Johns. Some of the greatest literature ever written
Such an epic run!
Death and Return of Superman is my favorite.
I just did a video on it called 5 amazing Superman stories!
@@TBATB Yeah it's a great list. Supes has always been my dude since I was like 8 and saw Superman 3, yeah I didn't know it was not the greatest till later but watching Clark fight off his evil side was like the coolest thing ever I thought back then haha .
It doesn’t matter if something’s “not the greatest” all that matters is if you love it!
I would replace question with Mike Grell’s long bow hunter omnibus.
Ahh I went back and fourth on those two!
I’m new to comics but so far I would say my favorite omnibus is green lantern by Geoff Johns
That is an amazing book!
I gotta say, I started reading omnis with snyder and capullos Batman run, since then I’ve collected a couple of extra Omni’s and I’m currently reading dark nights metal and I wouldn’t have done it any other way-metal was worth the wait.
Also my favorite omnibus is snyder and capullo Batman volume 2 bc it’s the first time I was so into a omnibus that I read it in only a few sittings. While I read vol 1 slowly in between reading dune 1, 2 and 3 lol
Hottest take that you prefer vol 2 over vol 1!!!
my Favorite DC Omnibus for the giveaway - Sleeper by Ed Brubaker
Sleeper is seriously so good!
Favorite omnibus has to be Batman by Grant Morrison
Thanks for the recommendations and time to order every omni you mentioned :')
Haha if you are US based don’t forget I have a discount code for Organic Price Books that saves you some money!
Which one do you wanna buy first?
@@TBATB As a new reader trying to expand my collection outside of Batman, I'm still gonna have to pick up Gotham Central first haha
Gotham central is incredible!
My favorite DC omnibus- Rise and Fall of the Batmen (my first omnibus)
Hands down the best batfamily book!
RIP my bank account. So glad I stumbled upon your channel. I've already bought 2 omnis and one of the DC compact editions since I discovered your channel less than a week ago!
Trust me, don’t fall into the fomo trap! Slowly build up your library of just books you love!
@@TBATB I needed this advice. I have a tendency to become obsessive when I find a new hobby, and with all the choices available to me I get overwhelmed and want them all. My wife is already giving me a side eye.
Trust me, it’s easy to over spend money, but realize the real currency is shelf space.
Even if I tell you it’s the best book ever sampled digitally!
I put myself in a lot of debt when I first started and had to work my way out. What’s worse than debt is mediocre books in my shelf!
Young justice by Peter David Omni!! Great art work and story lines that keep you young and entertained!!
You know I bought that and it’s in my stack of unread shame!
My favorite DC Omnibus is the one that was my first, The Spectre: The Wrath of the Spectre Omnibus. And, looking forward to winning any type of give-away you have going on; especially if DC related !
I am so pumped that omnibus is coming back in to print as I missed it!
@@TBATB Cool !
My fav dc omni is the Scott Snyder Batman run.
It’s so nostalgic for me
I haven't read alot of dc omnibus, but based on what I have read, my favorite is grant morrisons batman
I love the second vol so much! Give me all the Dick Grayson as Batman!
@@TBATB that is the one I'm about to read. Lol
I got the three absolutes from my sponsor and sadly I have yet to read it! I think I’m waiting till we are closer to a reprint of one of the volumes to do my review on them.
My favorite is a tie between supersons and new frontier.
New frontier is the best!
Flash must've been a tough choice for you to pick with such a large library of omnis for his title. My unofficial favorite DC "omni" is my custom bind of Captain Carrot and His Amazing Zoo Crew. Because who doesn't love funny animals in superhero costumes? 😅
Dude I would love to see pictures of that book!
@@TBATB I think I posted pics of them once in the omnibuds group 😁
Thank you for sharing the pictures with me! They are so rad!
Well, I don’t own any DC omnibuses myself. But, if I did own one I think the injustice omnibus would be my top pick. Hope this qualifies for the giveaway.
It totally does! You are entered! Did you see we are finally getting injustice 2 as an omnibus next year?
@@TBATB no I didn’t! That’s so cool!
For the moment my favourite super hero omnibus is Batman: Long Halloween saga, and for not auper heroes stuff is Preacher
Preacher is awesome! I just read Hitman and loved that too!
I'm going to go on record stating that New52 Flash is a FANTASTIC starting point for Flash. It's beautiful, well-written, and low commitment because it's only about 25 issues. And since it's New52, it doesn't require a whole bunch of prior knowledge to understand.
It's not the absolute BEST Flash run ever, but it can easily be argued that it's the best for new readers.
Haha I love it! I was totally just joking! You know how fiercely passionate flash fans are!
@@TBATB We Flash fans are a special bunch. But we’re also a very lucky group, because we have so many great runs for our favorite character. Like Daredevil fans over at Marvel.
Do you have a favorite flash? Are you team Barry or team Wally?
@@TBATBTough choice. Wally has had better stories, so I enjoy his books more. But I actually prefer the character of Barry. I love that he’s a scientist/detective. Wally has some great family dynamics, but in a vacuum I find him to be kinda vanilla.
All 3 of grant morrison omnibus are my favorite followed by final crisis
Such great books!
My favorite DC omnibus Green Lantern by Geoff Johns. All 3 lol
Love them and they were so close to being on the list!
Would you recommend absolute final crisis omnibus as a new starter who’s a big fan of Darkseid?
So if you ask anyone in the world they will tell you not to start with final crisis. But you know what? It was my first comic book and I loved it! It can be confusing but you should still try it! Someday when you’ve read more you can go back and try again!
I think JSA by Geoff Johns is the best DC team book (all 3 books)
I’ve had those on my shelves forever but I’ve never dived in!
@@TBATB I know it seems like a daunting task to read those 3 massive books, but they are surprisingly quick reads. It is basically like reading GL by Geoff Johns. If you get a chance, check out Comics Guide101’s review on volume 1. That is what got me hyped for the JSA series.
My favorite omnibus is mark waid’s flash
I have been waiting for vol 2 to jump in!
So I got into reading/collecting via Omnibus format just over a year back. Initially I considered myself neutral over any Marvel/DC stance.
Having picked up 50-55 Omnibus in that year, only 8 titles are DC - all Batman/Gotham Central.
*I really feel DC are sleeping on the format with new readers*
I would rush to buy a *John Byrne Man Of Steel Omnibus* if they released it rather than the 4 HC (#4 being out of stock) as i recall buying #1 of Superman Monthly (London Edition) back in 1988 as a young kid, recently finding out that Byrne was the author of that title, so for me it's got alot of nostalgia.
As you point out with your breakdown, there's a lack of Suicide Squad omnibus (whilst looking at Marvel, they have five Thunderbolts omnibus?).
Even the Tomasi Superman omnibus, the fact you've got Superman as a father will instantly push away many new casual readers who aren't familiar with Superman as a father or feel it's some later down the line story that's away from the core sagas of the character.
Hopefully DC do put more omnibus out, I'm excited to grab Knightfall Vol 2 next year to add to Vol 1 (a set that were high on my list as I started collecting in 2024)
DC had their collected editions department gutted and then they had several giant mergers. But I think we are finally in a good place! They are really stepping up their game on 2025!
@@TBATB Really hope so, did see a few of the solicits for the next year, the *Deathstroke* Omni is one that I'm aiming to grab and I just recall I recently grabbed that *Lobo* compendium which I'd have been happier to grab as a omnibus hardcover style title.
Batman jeoph lobe and tim Sale is my favorite omnibus
It’s the best Batman ever!
As of right now Grant Morrison’s Animal Man is my favorite Omni. Great video. I really wanna grab that Doom Patrol.
I went back and fourth between Doom P and Animal Man.
Do yourself a favor and buy and read Doom Patrol. It's so amazing! It's the title that got me back into DC.
Animal Man ending is lazy and stupid.
@@dbsasuke I’m so you didn’t like it. Personally I did.
My favorite Dc omnibus so far is Superman by Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason. To me Superman is the pinnacle of what a superhero should be and is almost a Jesus type character, but this omnibus really humanizes him while keeping that classic Superman feel.
Such an awesome book but we seriously need more Superman omnibuses!
Best dc omnibus is geoff johns green lantern. Fingers crossed 🤞
Such a perfect run!
Refuse to start with this 😂 Lol just kidding some good picks I was really enjoying Aquaman omnibus but Aquaman in the 90s was no joke he was punisher underwater trust me .
I can’t wait for the Peter David omnibus!! It will be my first time reading him!
@@TBATB I haven't read the full run but read the first trade & had read a few of the back issues a while back & it was a good read but I remember it beeing a bit wordy so it might take a while to finish as an omnibus.
Batman by scott snyder is my first ever batman comic read.
My current favorite dc omnibus is The phantom stranger omnibus
I love that book, and can’t wait to get the reprints of deadman and Spector!
@@TBATB those are gonna be so good I love the supernatural aspect of dc. Are there enough to do a top 10 supernatural dc Omni’s?
JLD New 52
JLD Rebirth
Spector
Deadman
Phantom Stranger
Blackest night
Animal man new 52
Swamp thing new 52
House of mystery
House of strange
@@TBATB bro thanks for being rad lol
Thank you for being rad! I wouldn’t have a channel without awesome people like you supporting me and giving me fun ideas! I might even steal this idea for October!
Great list mine is most definitely Batman by jeph lobe and Tim sale
If I could have picked two I would have picked that one! One my list of favorite Batman books it’s number 1
@@TBATB absolutely I might pick up the absolutes here soon
The three absolutes are one of the treasures of my collection! Dark Victory is very expensive, but I would maybe hold off on paying whale prices. They announced a follow up story called The last Halloween and I could see the absolutes being reprinted when that comes out
I really like the infinite crisis Omni
It’s the best event Omni!
@@TBATB agreed! And the first Omni I ever bought😁
It was one of the first I ever bought! I had read and loved the trade paperback and was so shocked there was so much more to the story!
@@TBATB I’ve re-read it about 5 times now and I’m still finding new stuff, I can’t seem to get enough haha
So I’m decently new into Omni collecting I just started to dabble into DC last year. I got the two 4 Snyder Omnis Batman 1&2 / Batman metal 1/2. Loved them but the best Omni I stumbled on so far is HITMAN by Garth ennis it’s so fun and dumb I loved it
Yesssssss I love Hitman! Have you read preacher?