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The key collected editions from DC's Absolute Universe—a fresh, unified continuity. Each series reads standalone and links into the wider line. New here? Start with Absolute Batman, Absolute Superman, or Absolute Wonder Woman.
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Absolute Batman (2024)
Issues: #1-18 (ongoing)
The Zoo
Bruce Wayne hunts Gotham's predators while the city treats him like prey.
Absolute Batman (2024) #1-6
Abomination
Batman pushes into the heart of Ark M as a chilling conspiracy forces him to confront what he’s willing to endure.
Absolute Batman (2024) #7-14
Gotham's threats escalate as Absolute Batman's world collides with new foes, uneasy allies, and a widening mystery at the heart of Ark-M.
Absolute Batman (2024) #15-18; Absolute Batman 2025 Annual (2025) #1; Absolute Batman: Ark M Special (2026) #1
Absolute Batman (2024)
Issues: #1-18 (ongoing)
The Zoo
Bruce Wayne hunts Gotham's predators while the city treats him like prey.
Absolute Batman (2024) #1-6
Abomination
Batman pushes into the heart of Ark M as a chilling conspiracy forces him to confront what he’s willing to endure.
Absolute Batman (2024) #7-14
Gotham's threats escalate as Absolute Batman's world collides with new foes, uneasy allies, and a widening mystery at the heart of Ark-M.
Absolute Batman (2024) #15-18; Absolute Batman 2025 Annual (2025) #1; Absolute Batman: Ark M Special (2026) #1