DC Comics’ Absolute Universe is nearing its one-year anniversary. According to DC.com, the celebration comes with new beginnings, characters, and story arcs. This will also lead to the big event that’s been teased for the past few months. But, before we get to the actual event, this article will explain what’s coming from each title.
Absolute Evil No. 1
"In Absolute Evil, Ra’s al Ghul, Veronica Cale, Hector Hammond, Elenore Thawne, and the mysterious Joker are no longer working at cross-purposes. Together, they’re aligned, united, and dangerous. But an insidious betrayal from within threatens to unravel everything they’ve built."
If all of these villains are teaming up, it will lead to something catastrophic, even if there is a traitor amongst them (it’s probably Joker or Lex Luthor). What this writer would like to know is how they end up working together, what is their plan, and if this leads to the heroes teaming up.
On sale October 1, 2025.
Absolute Batman 2025 Annual No. 1
"Early adventures of the Absolute Batman."
This issue will answer a very important question: Where did Batman get his giant Batmobile? It may seem silly, but it’s the biggest one to date, and I certainly need answers on why he went so big.
The Batmobile is only part of the tale that this issue will tell of the Dark Knight’s early days. You'll also get information on the Black Mask's crew.
On sale October 29, 2025
Absolute Batman No. 13
"It’s the final showdown between Batman and Bane!"
At the end of Absolute Batman No. 10, Bane said he was ready to break Batman. Unfortunately for Bane, Bruce Wayne has learned from every fight he’s lost. Their final encounter could end with Batman breaking Bane over his knee. That would be a cool turn of events.
If that isn’t enough to get you into this issue, we’re getting the first look at Absolute Catwoman since Bruce became a vigilante. How will they greet each other after being apart for so long?
On sale October 8, 2025
Absolute Wonder Woman No. 13
"The truth of the Amazons."
Writer Kelly Thompson and artist Matías Bergara will get readers closer to the secret about what happened to the Amazons. Sadly, there’s danger going on around the world that only Wonder Woman and Etta will be able to stop. Is this how the Last Amazon on Earth meets the Last Son of Krypton and the Bat of Gotham City?
On sale: October 22, 2025
Absolute Superman No. 12
"In the crosshairs of Ra’s al Ghul!"
Kansas is being attacked by the Lazarus Corp, and the only way to stop it is for Superman to join Ra’s al Ghul. With Kal-El having doubts about who he is and what he’s capable of, could the Man of Steel really join the Demon? Or is this the moment Superman fans have been waiting for?
On sale October 1, 2025
Absolute Flash No. 8
"The future of the Flash in peril!"
This issue could be the most important one on the list. According to DC.com, we could see the “...foundation of the Absolute Universe itself.” If that’s true, that means the glimpses of Wally West running through time in this series could be the key to getting Booster Gold back to Earth-Prime. It would also explain why Mirror Master is seen as important to everything going on.
On sale October 15, 2025
Absolute Green Lantern No. 7
"The truth of Absolute Oa."
Readers are getting the debut of Absolute Tomar Re, and he’s... red? Does that mean he’s part of the Red Lantern Corps? Also, by the look of the cover of this issue, John Stewart is back and in yellow. Is he part of the Yellow Lantern Corps, or is he the originator?
On sale October 1, 2025
Absolute Martian Manhunter (Returns December)
Whatever happens in issue No. 6 of Absolute Martian Manhunter is so epic (and likely depressing) that the series is going on hiatus after the first chapter ends. The good news is that the series will be back in December. Trust this writer when he says to grab this series. It’s one of the best of the year.
On sale December 2025.
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