PRE-ORDER – NOT YET RELEASED

Secure your copy ahead of release. Availability may become limited after the final order cut-off.

Orders are dispatched in line with eBay pre-order requirements (within 40 business days).
In practice, items are usually shipped within 1–4 working days after release, once stock is received from the distributor.

Release dates are provided by the distributor and may be updated.

Pre-Order Information

Pre-ordering ensures priority allocation ahead of general availability.

Release dates and product details follow publisher and distributor schedules. Any updates will be communicated promptly.

Pre-Order Policy

All pre-orders are fulfilled with priority and will not be cancelled due to market price increases.

Stock is allocated through established distributor channels. Where allocation limits apply, orders are processed on a first-come basis.

Additional sourcing is utilised shortly after release where required to support fulfilment. If an order cannot be fulfilled, a full refund will be issued promptly.

Any issues are resolved quickly with clear communication throughout.

Key Dates

● Final Order Cut-Off (FOC): 08 June 2026

● Order Deadline: Thursday prior to FOC

● Expected Release Date (UK): 01 July 2026

Shipping

Pre-order items are dispatched within 1–4 working days after release, once received from the distributor.

Orders containing multiple pre-order items are shipped together when all items are available. If a title is significantly delayed, orders may be split and dispatched separately at no additional cost.

All items are securely packaged to a collector standard using rigid comic mailers.

Product Details

Cruel Universe II (2) #12 - EC Science - Miguel Mercado Main Cover (Pre-Sale) C23-P26

Synopsis

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Publisher
Oni Press

Writer
Greg Smallwood, Melissa Flores, Ann Nocenti

Artist
Greg Smallwood, Daniel Gete, Jordi Tarragona

Cover Artist
Miguel Mercado

Cover Attributes
Main Cover

Pages
32

Trim Size (Approx.)
6.6 x 10.2

Age Rating
T+ (Teen Plus)

UPC / ISBN
64985600847301211

Distributor Code
0526ON1084

ℹ️ Product specifications provided by distributor

Important Information

Quality & Condition

Pre-sales: 9.0+ grade standard (may include minor spine ticks or slight cover marks)

Blind Bags/Boxes: 8.0+ grade standard (contents accepted as-is)

Released titles: Same 9.0+ standard as pre-sales, unless stated otherwise

Industry-standard imperfections possible: printing variations, minor ink bleeds, slight creases

Issues? Contact us first with your order number – we'll make it right

Pre-Orders & FOC

FOC (US): Monday

UK order deadline: Midnight Thursday prior to FOC

Late orders: Full refund (processed within 5–7 business days) or back-order option

Cancellations allowed until shipping label is created

Returns

Comics/TPBs/HCs/Omnibus: Non-returnable once shipped (Consumer Contracts Regulations exemption for unsealed periodicals)

Blind Bags/Boxes: All sales final (chance-based product; sealed items are not eligible for return, including for item outcome, selection, or duplicate purchases)

Other collectables: 14-day change-of-mind returns from delivery (contact us for return authorisation; buyer pays return postage)

Returns must be in original, unopened condition with all packaging; refunds processed within 5–7 business days of receipt

Excessive cancellations may result in account review and future orders being declined

Shipping

£2.50 flat rate (UK) — Evri tracked delivery as standard
Royal Mail Tracked 48 available as an upgrade (£4)

International shipping:

UK only (contact for enquiries)

All comics shipped in rigid mailers

Orders containing pre-order items are dispatched once all items are available
In-stock items will be held if purchased alongside pre-orders

Delivery Timing

Distributor deliveries: Wednesday–Friday

Shipping begins shortly after US pull date (typically by Monday, often sooner)

Orders are dispatched within 1–4 working days of stock arrival (Thursday–Monday dispatch schedule)

During peak periods (e.g. major releases or holidays), dispatch may take slightly longer

Bagging & Boarding

Complimentary for all eligible items (Current, Silver or Magazine sizes as appropriate)

Premium Comic Stor and Comiccare supplies used

During our supplier transition period, books may be received in either Comic Stor or Comiccare bags and boards depending on time of processing and stock availability

Books may be packaged in either Current or Silver size formats while remaining Comiccare stock is phased out

Some oversized items may not be bagged and/or boarded due to format

Supplier Notes

Orders placed by SKU/UPC — images, artist information and release dates subject to change

If a Virgin cover is shown and the title does not specify "Virgin," trade dress should be expected

Incentive or variant changes that affect the originally offered item may result in order cancellation and refund

In rare cases of distributor shortages or allocation cuts, orders will be fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis. Where possible, stock will be sourced from alternative suppliers. If an order cannot be fulfilled, a full refund will be issued immediately

Questions? Message us – we typically respond within 24-48 hours

LAST UPDATED:
APR26