What does "FOC" or "Final Order Cut-Off" mean?
The final order cut-off date (FOC for short) is the last day on which I have to inform the distributor how many copies of the book are required.
The FOC is always on Monday and is recorded separately in the respective subcategories of the pre-orders as a pre-order deadline.
To ensure the minimum number of copies required, there is a discounted pre-order price up to and including the FOC date.
It is of course still possible to order the book at the normal price after the FOC has expired.
What does "DM" or "DM Only" stand for?
DM stands for Direct Market.
These are cover variants / a different dust jacket for a book, which only comic dealers are allowed to sell.
The content of the book is identical!
This mainly occurs with Marvel releases and serves to strengthen or differentiate comic retailers from booksellers.
Are all books in english or can I also find books in german?
Most of the buyers are from Germany or the DACH region, but there is currently no interest in offering or buying German books.
The entire range is in English!
One of the reasons for this is to keep it as simple and clear as possible for all people worldwide.
What is an omnibus?
An omnibus is usually a single bound complete work in oversize (19.69 x 28.58 cm instead of the normal size of a single issue 18 x 26.7 cm).
In the case of longer stories or "runs" by authors on the character, it can happen that the book is split up in more volumes.
In general, omnis usually vary between 700 - 1600 pages or 2 - 5 kilos.
The term "omni" comes from the Latin and means "all / complete".
I can't find the book I'm looking for. What can I do?
You are very welcome to send me a message with the book you are looking for to support@pascals-comickiste.com.
I will see if I can obtain the book and inform you accordingly.
Note: If it is an OOP (out-of-print) title, the possibilities are limited.
Nevertheless, I will see what I can do
What does OOP / Out-of-Print mean?
Omnibus editions of Marvel Comics in particular are not designed to be available on the market for years.
Only a limited quantity is printed based on the number of pre-orders (see "What is the FOC?").
As soon as this quantity is exhausted, and I cannot reorder any more copies, the book is out of print.
Please note that the comic exclusive DM covers are usually printed in smaller quantities.