Dynamite Entertainment has announced the first entry in a curated line of Compact Editions, offering some of the most revered storylines by fans and critics in an unbeatably affordable format perfect for new readers, sharing the medium, and those looking to try them out. It all starts this June with the debut of Pathfinder: Dark Waters Rising.

This book features a whopping 224 pages of epic adventure and is offered for just $9.99 from US retailers at a 5.5 by 8.5 inches format. It collects issues #1-6 of Dynamite’s initial Pathfinder series from 2012, plus a bonus 10-page story “The Last Mosswood Goblin” and over 30 pages of worldbuilding details to both enhance the story and assist in playing the titular tabletop roleplaying game.

Bestselling author Jim Zub drives these journeys, well established for his fabulous fantasy in titles like Conan the Barbarian, Skullkickers, Wayward, and an extensive bibliography at Marvel Comics. He’s joined by artists including Andrew Huerta.

The warrior Valeros trusts in his sword skills and his companions, which include the enigmatic sorceress Seoni, the clever elven rogue Merisiel, the formidable wizard Ezren, the seasoned dwarven ranger Harsk, and the brave cleric Kyra. However, this group of adventurers is unprepared for the threats that lie in wait. The fragmented goblin tribes of Varisia are coming together in unprecedented ways.

Retailers are encouraged to stock up with this affordable entry point, readers to pick up this powerful pinch of great comics, and to stay tuned for news on future volumes in this new format from Dynamite!