IDW Limited

rich · 10-03-2012, 09:06 AM

Just today IDW announced what they call "IDW Limited." This is a website specifically for Limited Editions, signed copies, etc. of IDW releases.

They are launching IDW Limited with 3 separate special TMNT limited edition sets of the TMNT Vol. 1 Change is Constant Deluxe Edition. Buying all 3 sets will set you back $725 !!

These types of things are relatively new to the TMNT comic book realm as Mirage never really did stuff like this. I've always sought to have a single copy of each printing of a TMNT comic, trade, or hardcover. However, just like the SDCC slipcase set, the book itself isn't limited other than the original print run (EDIT: this is a different book from the normal Deluxe Edition HC - at least in regards to cover variation - see this post)...it's the stuff they are providing along with the book that makes this limited. These are definitely cool and if I had unlimited funds I'd buy all 3 sets. However, while this may fit a niche with some collectors, I've had to draw the line somewhere so I'm just buying one.

Thoughts? Any of you other TMNT comic book completists out there going to pay for these?

*Roseangelo* · 10-03-2012, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by rich

However, just like the SDCC slipcase set, the book itself isn't limited other than the original print run...it's the stuff they are providing along with the book that makes this limited.

Eh? They look different to me...

HotJuicyBurgers · 10-03-2012, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Roseangelo

Eh? They look different to me...

These seem kind of crazy price wise

I always kind of dislike items that are made limited simply to be limited

rich · 10-03-2012, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Roseangelo

Eh? They look different to me...

You're right, Roseangelo...the cover does look different from what the normal Deluxe Edition was. I had forgotten about the cover of the Deluxe having a whiter background. Plus, if you read the description, it states that it's hand-numbered...hmmm. I missed that the first time around. That kind of changes things.

natecm · 10-03-2012, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by rich

Just today IDW announced what they call "IDW Limited." This is a website specifically for Limited Editions, signed copies, etc. of IDW releases.

... However, just like the SDCC slipcase set, the book itself isn't limited other than the original print run...it's the stuff they are providing along with the book that makes this limited.

You scooped me Rich!

Hi guys, I'm Nate and I'm the community manager for IDW Limited. Was planning on making a thread about this and posting some pics & answering questions. That sound interesting to anyone?

Rich, there are a lot of components that make these books different, it's not just print run. I can definitely break down that down for you. Let me find a video actually. Give me a minute.

*Roseangelo* · 10-03-2012, 09:24 AM

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Rich, there are a lot of components that make these books different, it's not just print run. I can definitely break down that down for you. Let me find a video actually. Give me a minute.

Rich is referring to the actual comic book hardcover itself, as he is strictly interested in collecting the different variations of the comics and not the stuff that comes with each package.

From what I can see, each set includes the same hardcover book with a black cover (making it different from the regular edition, which has a white cover).

rich · 10-03-2012, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by natecm

You scooped me Rich!

Rich, there are a lot of components that make these books different, it's not just print run. I can definitely break down that down for you. Let me find a video actually. Give me a minute.

Sorry to steal your thunder on this. Didn't mean to.

My main question is whether the three editions of these books themselves are different from one another (other than, of course, the numbering and what you get with them). In other words, what does the legal indicia state on the inside of these books? Are these 3 all the same or does it state "red label" or "black label" on the inside?

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Roseangelo

Rich is referring to the actual comic book hardcover itself, as he is strictly interested in collecting the different variations of the comics and not the stuff that comes with each package.

Roseangelo, you know me so well.

natecm · 10-03-2012, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by rich

Sorry to steal your thunder on this. Didn't mean to.

My main question is whether the three editions of these books themselves are different from one another (other than, of course, the numbering and what you get with them). In other words, what does the legal indicia state on the inside of these books? Are these 3 all the same or does it state "red label" or "black label" on the inside?

Thanks!

Roseangelo, you know me so well.

Rich;

All the IDW Limited editions have the same enhancements: variant cover, vellum overlay of the title page, new endpages. Interior pages for all three lines are the same.

Each edition has a foil stamp denoting red/black/blue and a satin bookmark ribbon of the same color.

Here's a specs video for the blue book:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n31bexTa8Xw&feature=plcp

rich · 10-03-2012, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by natecm

Rich;

All the IDW Limited editions have the same enhancements: variant cover, vellum overlay of the title page, new endpages. Interior pages for all three lines are the same.

Each edition has a foil stamp denoting red/black/blue and a satin bookmark ribbon of the same color.

Here's a specs video for the blue book:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n31bexTa8Xw&feature=plcp

Thank you sir! This is valuable information. This definitely changes things (at least for me).

Let's see if I have this right. This is a Limited Edition version of the Deluxe Edition Hardcover book that is different than the previous Deluxe Edition. This Limited Edition has a print run of 210 that is split into 3 tiers: Red (175), Black (25), and Blue (10). The different tiers determine the items that are included with the book (and the numbering, signature / sketches).

natecm · 10-03-2012, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by rich

Thank you sir! This is valuable information. This definitely changes things (at least for me).

Let's see if I have this right. This is a Limited Edition version of the Deluxe Edition Hardcover book that is different than the previous Deluxe Edition. This Limited Edition has a print run of 210 that is split into 3 tiers: Red (175), Black (25), and Blue (10). The different tiers determine the items that are included with the book (and the numbering, signature / sketches).

Yes. That is all correct.

*Spitfire* · 10-04-2012, 05:33 PM

That book is not worth that price. I don't care how limited it is. This is just collector's bait.

**Jester** · 10-04-2012, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Spitfire

That book is not worth that price. I don't care how limited it is. This is just collector's bait.

*DING DING DING DING* We have a winner!

Archon_Turtle · 10-05-2012, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Spitfire

That book is not worth that price. I don't care how limited it is. This is just collector's bait.

To be fair, "worth" is entirely subjective. All collectibles are just paper, or plastic, or whatever. None of it is really worth anything.

nelodiavolo · 10-05-2012, 12:56 AM

I'm pretty sure its worth as much as someone is willing to pay. Its not just for a book. Original art is included as well. Call it whatever you want, but at least they are making something for the fans. Judging by the quick sellouts, it seems to be a hit.

As for myself....I may pick up a red label.

actionnate · 10-05-2012, 10:06 AM

I may also pick up a Red label ... I will admit the only 10 made on the blue label made me want to jump at it.... but by the time I heard about this it already sold out.... the only reason I haven't bought the Red label yet is because i am wondering if they are going to do Volume 2 or not if so might just wait because I already have a copy of volume 1

TMNTChris1980 · 10-05-2012, 10:08 AM

Yeah, the way I look at it is it's about as much as a commission so why not?

FoxZerro · 10-05-2012, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Spitfire

That book is not worth that price. I don't care how limited it is. This is just collector's bait.

I'm glad that somebody said it, after all the positive outpouring I was nervous I might be the only one that felt that way.

*frank_one* · 10-05-2012, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by FoxZerro

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Originally Posted by Spitfire

That book is not worth that price. I don't care how limited it is. This is just collector's bait.

I'm glad that somebody said it, after all the positive outpouring I was nervous I might be the only one that felt that way.

Why does it hurt you? I'm not a collector either and I'm not going to pick this stuff up, but I know there are fans willing to have it and I'm glad to see IDW publishing all these variant covers and limited editions for them.
And yes, this is just "collector's bait" and sure, these books "are not worth that price" since if you are not a collector you'll be unlikely to buy all them and, like someone already said here, the meaning of "worth" sometimes is all about how much one is willing to pay. And this is a fact: all those variant covers have given us the chance to see a lot of new TMNT artworks, including the ones by our beloved Kevin Eastman.
As long as we are not forced to buy what we are not interested in we can just say Thank you to IDW to releasing all this stuff!

natecm · 10-05-2012, 01:21 PM

Fun day over here, doing inventory on the Dan Duncan artwork. He knocked it out of the park.

These are the Red Label sketchs. Good variety of poses throughout too!

Spoiler:

dkram230 · 10-05-2012, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by natecm

Fun day over here, doing inventory on the Dan Duncan artwork. He knocked it out of the park.

These are the Red Label sketchs. Good variety of poses throughout too!

Spoiler:

The sketches look FANTASTIC! I can't wait to get mine

Thanks Nate. You're awesome!

10-03-2012, 09:06 AM	#1
rich Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 1,165	IDW Limited Just today IDW announced what they call "IDW Limited." This is a website specifically for Limited Editions, signed copies, etc. of IDW releases. They are launching IDW Limited with 3 separate special TMNT limited edition sets of the TMNT Vol. 1 Change is Constant Deluxe Edition. Buying all 3 sets will set you back $725 !! These types of things are relatively new to the TMNT comic book realm as Mirage never really did stuff like this. I've always sought to have a single copy of each printing of a TMNT comic, trade, or hardcover. However, just like the SDCC slipcase set, the book itself isn't limited other than the original print run (EDIT: this is a different book from the normal Deluxe Edition HC - at least in regards to cover variation - see this post)...it's the stuff they are providing along with the book that makes this limited. These are definitely cool and if I had unlimited funds I'd buy all 3 sets. However, while this may fit a niche with some collectors, I've had to draw the line somewhere so I'm just buying one. Thoughts? Any of you other TMNT comic book completists out there going to pay for these? __________________ Last edited by rich; 10-03-2012 at 12:25 PM.

10-04-2012, 05:33 PM	#11
Spitfire Writer • Director Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12,035	That book is not worth that price. I don't care how limited it is. This is just collector's bait. __________________ Check out my online portfolio http://www.christopherpelletier.com/

10-05-2012, 12:56 AM	#14
nelodiavolo Thug Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 97	I'm pretty sure its worth as much as someone is willing to pay. Its not just for a book. Original art is included as well. Call it whatever you want, but at least they are making something for the fans. Judging by the quick sellouts, it seems to be a hit. As for myself....I may pick up a red label.

10-05-2012, 10:06 AM	#15
actionnate Thug Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 51	I may also pick up a Red label ... I will admit the only 10 made on the blue label made me want to jump at it.... but by the time I heard about this it already sold out.... the only reason I haven't bought the Red label yet is because i am wondering if they are going to do Volume 2 or not if so might just wait because I already have a copy of volume 1

10-05-2012, 10:08 AM	#16
TMNTChris1980 Stone Warrior Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 604	Yeah, the way I look at it is it's about as much as a commission so why not?

10-05-2012, 01:21 PM	#19
natecm Hench Mutant Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 351	Fun day over here, doing inventory on the Dan Duncan artwork. He knocked it out of the park. These are the Red Label sketchs. Good variety of poses throughout too! Spoiler: