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TBU Review: DC KO KnightFight #4

by BJ Shea February 4, 2026

written by BJ Shea

In this review of DC K.O.: Knightfight #4, the Heart of Apokolips shows Bruce a life where he is completely happy with his son AND grandson. But will he stay?

DC K.O.: Knightfight #4 main cover by Dan Mora (DC Comics)

DC K.O.: KNIGHTFIGHT #4
Written by JOSHUA WILLIAMSON
Art and Main Cover: DAN MORA
Variant Covers: CHRIS BURNHAM, YASMINE PUTRI, DUSTIN NGUYEN
Page Count: 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
Release Date: 2/4/26

This review contains spoilers

As DC K.O.: Knightfight #4 opens, Bruce is finally happy. Damian is Batman. Gotham is safe. And he has a grandson. He thinks about how never envisioned he would play the role of grandpa and have his grandson run into his arms after school.

Bruce knows that this is a game for the Heart of Apokolips and how he has to fight this world to get back into the tournament but he is not sure how. Damian calls a family meeting and we see members of the Bat Family all grown up as Damian has a plan to save Bruce but to keep this world alive. Bruce trains with the Bat Family and learns about their lives and how happy they all are.

Bruce and Damian have the fight that the Heart wants. Damian gets the upper hand and yells at Bruce to get up. Bruce says he can’t. He says he can’t win. The Heart says the test is complete. The Heart says the test was to see if he could ever admit defeat.

As DC K.O.: Knightfight #4 ends, Bruce can re-enter the tournament and leaps into the fire ready to fight to become King Omega.

page from DC K.O.: Knightfight #4 showing Bruce spending time with his grandson Alfred

Bruce and Alfie spending quality time with each other (DC Comics)

Analysis

Mora again is king here. His art remains elite. He is the best at DC right now and I don’t think that is some crazy hot take. His fight scenes between Bruce and the four Batmen were great throughout this miniseries. The way he designed the alternate Batsuits was great and very distinct to their characters.

Williamson is another creator that I am a big fan of. The scenes with Bruce and little Alfred were great and emotional. I wish we could get more of his world with Grandpa Bruce and Bat Damian. Williamson did leave a backdoor open with a motherbox left to Damian and we may see these alternate Batmen show up in DC KO to help Bruce with his quest to become King Omega.

I really like this miniseries tie-in. I would say that minis like that have a low batting percentage but I think this was a worthy tie in and is a must read. Usually tie-ins are very skippable but I don’t think this is. It is worth it and I hope people pick it up.

DC K.O.: Knightfight #4

Final Thoughts

I really like this miniseries tie-in. I would say that minis like that have a low batting percentage but I think this was a worthy tie in and is a must read. Usually tie-ins are very skippable but I don't think this is. It is worth it and I hope people pick it up.

Final Score

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Comic Reviews and Editorials

Comic Review: Batman #6

by Ian Miller February 4, 2026

written by Ian Miller

In this review of Batman #6. as Tim Drake makes a significant choice, Batman deals with the fallout of his Date Night.

Batman #6 main cover by Jorge Jiménez (DC Comics)

BATMAN #6
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art and Main Cover: JORGE JIMÉNEZ
Variant Covers: JIM LEE, JULIAN TOTINO TEDESCO, GERALD PAREL, JORGE JIMÉNEZ, DAVID AJA, CHRISSIE ZULLO
Page Count: 40 pages
Release Date: 2/4/26

This review contains spoilers

After Damian as Robin called Bruce “Father” while Bruce was not in costume as Batman last issue, Bruce and Dr. Annika Zellar sit very awkwardly in an ambulance. Bruce tries to explain, but Dr. Zellar says she can’t be in more danger than ninja assassins trying to kill her. Bruce leaves after apologizing, also leaving his present of indestructible material for the doctor.

Damian is training on a punching bag as Bruce finds him in Pennyworth Manor, and Bruce breaks the bag and bitterly tells Damian he’s made a huge mistake. Damian leaves, seemingly dejected, as Bruce hears ghostly Alfred’s worried chiding.

At old Wayne Manor, the crime bosses who all had close friends or family members (or penguins, for the Penguin) slaughtered in front of them leave in their black limos.

Huge Strange rages at one of those crime bosses for failing to assassinate Dr. Zellar, and declares his plan goes into effect tomorrow night.

page from batman #6 showing Bruce give Damian a stern talk

Bruce is NOT happy… (DC Comics)

Meanwhile, Harvey Bullock gets the evidence that Commissioner Vandal Savage planted evidence to frame Batman for killing cops.

At the ports, Batman saves a lady from rampaging monster men, but as he fights the giant green guys, a huge task force of police try to slaughter Batman and monsters alike. Batman has the Batmobile smash through their line, then heads out.

At Pennyworth Manor again, Tim tells Bruce he’s taking a break from Robin to try to have a normal life with Bernard. Bruce is happy for Tim, but Damian feels like Tim is a deserter.

The main story ends with Batman, the crime lord who failed to kill Dr. Zeller, Damian, and Dr. Zellar all sitting down, exhausted.

Epilogue: Dr. Zellar talks to what appears to be the Joker in a tank, who is burning out all of her titanographene (the indestructible material Bruce gave her a box of), and Joker says he’s reaching out to his very best friend.

Analysis

After five pretty stellar issues of Batman, Fraction and Jimenez deliver a much more mixed bag with Batman #6. The idea of a whole issue of fallout from the date night is fine, and most of it works, from the progression of the Vandal Savage/Minotaur crime syndicate plotline, to Batman’s family drama, to Hugo Strange apparently having a Monster Men mini-plotline, but it’s a bit odd that so much seems to happen in just the one night, with two returns to the Batcave (unless this is a non-sequential timeline story, which is possible, but seems unlikely given the emotional sequence of the Bruce and Damian vs Bruce and Tim and then Tim and Damian scenes. All the pieces, while generally executed brilliantly, don’t quite flow together in the same way that one hopes for the standalone issue structure used by Fraction so far.

I have to say, though, that the revelation that Dr. Zellar thinks Damian is only Bruce’s son, and not that Bruce is Batman, was pretty halfhearted as a “reveal” after last issue. The opening and closing structure is quite cleverly done with the three pages of sitting and the one page of four main characters sitting. Speaking of which, the opening being three pages of Bruce and Dr. Annika Zeller sitting awkwardly after the last page of last issue is both effective and a bit amusing after J. Michael Straczynski caught a bit of flak on twitter recently for having two pages of his villain sitting, depressed, while Spider-Man tries to get her to fight (Amazing Spider-Man: Torn). Decompression is back, baby!

The “Wollstonecrafts, Inc.” pun—a nod to Mary Shelley’s maiden name—is a classic Fraction-style Easter egg. However, the attempt to frame Tim and Bernard as a “great love story” worth retiring for feels unearned.

Between Bernard’s lack of interaction with Tim and the glaring continuity error regarding Bernard knowing Tim’s identity, the “star-crossed lovers” angle falls flat. While a retcon is sometimes necessary, this one feels forced. Hopefully, as Fraction continues this long-term arc with Bruce, Tim, and Damian, we’ll get a conclusion that feels more grounded and convincing.

Jorge Jimenez’s art is pretty spectacularly energetic and fun as usual, though I’m curious if all the time-saving devices deployed – three pages of very little changing, two pages of panels being alternated with blacked out panels at the end – are deliberate to try to keep the schedule of the book.

Jorge Jimenez’s cover for Batman #6, as usual, is very eye-catching – showing Batman kicking the teeth out of some monsters in a construction setting (also available in a virgin foil variant). Jim Lee’s cover, featuring the spoiler of Tim leaving the Batcave, background of a bunch of orange Tim Drake comic covers, homaging the classic John Byrne cover. Julian Totino Tedesco’s painterly variant features Batman being grabbed by a bunch of huge green monster hands – extremely creepy. Gerald Parel’s variant features a classic, Frank Miller-esque but more realistically rendered Batman gritting his teeth over an injury in his side.

Jorge Jimenez also provided the Bat-Gadget variant, this time with the Batsuit and gauntlets, full of blueprint details. Chrissie Zullo Uminga’s Valentine’s Day variant features a very cute Batman and Catwoman on a chimney, tied up in Catwoman’s whip, and a cat on top! The 1 in 25 incentive variant by David Aja featuring Batman with a flashlight investigating from a doorframe, which doubles as a scary monster outline above Batman in humorous but also starkly designed and appealing imagery!

Final Thoughts

Some fun action sequences and nice structural elements don’t quite make Batman #6 hang together as it a few of its story beats don’t hit home.

Batman #6

Final Thoughts

Some fun action sequences and nice structural elements don’t quite make Batman #6 hang together as it a few of its story beats don’t hit home.

2.5

Final Score

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TBU Comic Podcast: Season 18 Episode 2

by Theodis Wright February 3, 2026

written by Theodis Wright

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Steph and Theo are back with Season 18 Episode 2 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast. This episode, Steph and Theo review Detective Comics #1105. As the Fear Virus continues to take hold of Batman, some of the greatest minds in the DC Universe come together to help find a cure. But will it be in time before the Lion’s plans for Gotham come to fruition? Listen in and find out. They close things out with Greater Gotham.

Books Covered In Season 18 Episode 2

Detective Comics #1105

Greater Gotham Titles

Nightwing #134
Batman / Superman: World’s Finest #47
Catwoman #83
Absolute Batman #16
Justice League Unlimited #15
DC K.O.: The Kids Are All Fight Special #1
Harley Quinn #58
Harley & Ivy: Life & Crimes #3
Batman: Wayne Family Adventures, Episodes 184 & 185

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Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3

by Adam Koppel January 30, 2026

written by Adam Koppel

In this review of Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3, imagine a one-act play in a single location as both Joker and Poison Ivy vie for the heart and partnership of Harley Quinn, with some unexpected results.

Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3 main cover by Erica Henderson (DC Comics)

HARLEY & IVY: LIFE AND CRIMES #3
Written by ERICA HENDERSON
Art and Main Cover: ERICA HENDERSON
Variant Covers: LEIRIX, MARGUERITE SAUVAGE, YASMINE PUTRI
Page Count: 32 pages
Release Date: 1/28/26

This review contains spoilers

Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3 begins amid the ruins of Ace Chemical as Harley and Ivy go looking for the Joker and discover the Clown Prince of Crime’s…unique approach to romantic gestures. The pair are hoping to convince Joker to clear their names after being framed for his recent crime spree, and it appears that Joker might be amenable to that since he has littered the factory floor with dead bodies, using several to create a heart-shaped apology note to Harley.

Ivy expresses disgust at the macabre display, but Harley is taken aback by the grand gesture from “Mistah J”.
Ivy calls Harley out, reminding her of the beating Joker recently inflicted on her (along with the many insults and previous violence). Harley’s resolve is further tested as Joker appears in the flesh (still wearing the gruesome mask he made from his own ruined face).

Joker is all creepy smiles and sweet nothings as he approaches the pair. Harley rages against Joker’s unexpected apology, but has an abrupt change of heart (to Ivy’s apparent shock and surprise). Harley makes Joker promise that he will fix things with the GCPD (how?) and that Ivy can join them. Joker agrees but stares daggers at Ivy behind Harley’s back. Joker adds that he knew she couldn’t stay away from him, to which Harley replies, “I knew you’d think that.”

Harley bolts, leaving a startled Joker at the mercy of Ivy’s giant vines. Harley grabs onto Ivy and the pair are cocooned in more vines as they smash through one of the factory’s walls, and are deposited gently onto the ground outside as the factory collapses. In the rush and thrill of pulling off their plan, Harley and Ivy give into their feelings. Sometime later, the newly minted couple engage in some pillow talk while lying on the ground.

Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3 ends with the nearly bare-naked duo surprised by the spotlight from a GCPD helicopter as they are ordered to surrender.

Analysis

Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3 functions essentially as a one-act play that speed plots its way through some of the weighty issues involving the darker aspects of Joker and Harley’s romantic/abusive past. It is important to not gloss over this material as it is integral to the story and to all three characters despite drawing elements from a cartoon series. Writer/artist Erica Henderson approaches this series with a sense of seriousness as well as a dose of humor that breaks the tension and is probably one of Harley’s key defense mechanisms.

In rereading the opening pages of Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3, exactly how much of Harley’s reaction to Joker’s romantic gestures are genuine is unclear, but despite any misgivings she might have about betraying her former paramour she goes through with the plan, such as it is. For two intelligent women what was the plan exactly? Their gambit works if they just wanted to just get rid of him (fat chance of that though) so he couldn’t frame them for more of his crimes, but it resembles more Ray Stantz’s ‘get her’ approach in the opening part of the 1984 Ghostbusters movie.

Obviously Joker will survive and there is more story to tell in this series, but Henderson’s storytelling is metaphorical in parts, as the tangle of vines ensnaring Joker act like a Venus flytrap, whereas Harley and Ivy are cocooned and taken to safety, literally smashing through the walls of Ace Chemicals, the birthplace of both Joker and Harley. Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3 is yet another violent rebirth for Harley Quinn, but one that portends a happier future.

Henderson’s art continues to evoke the classic style of Batman The Animated Series (TAS), with a decidedly darker touch (Joker’s gruesome display with the dead bodies for instance). Henderson also masterfully depicts Harley’s varied facial expressions, exaggerated for dramatic effect. Remarkably, the crackling script speeds the story along so fast that it ends feeling like there should be more in the issue. From ominous dread, to unexpected betrayal, to liberation, all in one well-produced issue.

Final Thoughts

Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3 continues to chug along as an entertaining, unsettling and heartfelt series, making great strides in exploring this unusual romantic origin story. While the dramatic and dangerous aspects loom large, hope, heart and emotional vulnerability win the day (mostly).

Harley and Ivy: Life and Crimes #3

Final Thoughts

Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes #3 continues to chug along as an entertaining, unsettling and heartfelt series, making great strides in exploring this unusual romantic origin story. While the dramatic and dangerous aspects loom large, hope, heart and emotional vulnerability win the day (mostly).

4.6

Final Score

January 30, 2026 0 comments

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The Batman Universe Podcast Season 14 Episode 2

by Ian Miller January 28, 2026

written by Ian Miller

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In Season 14, Episode 2 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) check out the Robin 80th Anniversary 100 Page Super Spectacular, with stories from Marv Wolfman, Chuck Dixon, Tim Seeley/Tom King, and more! Which Robin stories stood out? Was it a worthwhile buy?

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Harley Quinn #58 Comics Book Review

by Adam Koppel January 28, 2026

written by Adam Koppel

In this review of Harley Quinn #58, Harley attempts to help her neighborhood in the aftermath of The Deconspirator’s chaos, but while Althea Klang is still around, a new antagonist makes themselves known, and Richie Grimaldi scores a date with a Gunbuddy.

Harley Quinn #58 main cover Yanick Paquette (DC Comics)

HARLEY QUINN #58
Written by ELLIOTT KALAN
Art by CARLOS OLIVARES
Main Cover: YANICK PAQUETTE
Variant Covers: DAVID NAKAYAMA, INHYUK LEE, ELIZABETH TORQUE, HAINING
Page Count: 32 pages
Release Date: 1/28/26

This review contains spoilers

Harley Quinn #58 begins as the community of Throatcutter Hill mourn the loss of one of their own as Harley and her new allies, The Gunbuddies and Convoy survey the wreckage Deconspirator left in his wake. Harley realizes there is still one more menace to remove from her beloved neighborhood: Althea Klang, Harley’s enemy/frenemy/current crush. At Nowegosoe tower (it’s an acronym), Harley does her level best to annoy Althea into leaving (cue the humorous montage) while Ms. Klang misinterprets Harley’s actions as affection.

Time passes and Harley has run out of ideas to drive Althea out of town (after bagpipes and using Richie Grimaldi’s sound enhanced armor) , when a zeppelin appears in the sky overhead, wreaking more havoc for the embattled neighborhood neighborhood. Richie gives Harley a lift to Althea as the new menace reveals himself to be (one-off) Batman villain, Colonel Blimp. The colonel bloviates as he struts down the gangplank, declaring himself in charge of Throatcutter Hill.

Harley, Althea and head stooge Amygdala make short work of the colonel whose assortment of vintage firearms prove lacking. In a swift turn of events, Colonel Blimp begs for sanctuary from Harley, and if that isn’t bad enough, a helicopter suddenly appears, demanding Colonel Blimp’s surrender in the name of former (gross-out) Harley nemesis Guy Mandrake. Apparently the recent power grab in Gotham City is forcing D-list villains to fight over the remaining scraps, including Harley’s neighborhood.

After Amygdala’s failed frontal attack, Harley repels a missile attack with only her trusty baseball bat. The redirected missile obliterates the helicopter, but the pilot parachutes to, well, not to safety, because Harley’s there, but at least he’s not dead. Harley’s about had it with all of the chaos, and declares Throatcutter Hill to be off limits.

Harley Quinn #58 ends with armored Richie dragging Colonel Blimp’s “Crime Zeppelin” to the local dump, while Harley tells Althea to get gussied up because they’re finally going on a date.

Analysis

Harley Quinn #58 certainly packs the story with enough goings-on, from the aftermath of The Deconspirator’s reign of terror, to all-new attempted reigns of terror in what isn’t already on fire. Writer Elliot Kalan redirects Harley’s focus back to safeguarding her neighborhood from a new threat, outside agitators, aka Gotham’s D-list. Of course, it isn’t Harley’s fault that she was absconded with her now friends, The Gunbuddies (and Convoy).

Kalan continues to populate this series with previously established absurdist nemeses that fit seamlessly into the heightened reality of Harley’s world. From Colonel Blimp, a previous one-off Batman villain, to Guy Mandrake, a previous one-off Harley antagonist (although only by proxy as Guy doesn’t make an actual appearance). The hits just keep on coming as Harley juggles the well-being of her friends and neighbors while she attempts and fails to rid frenemy/love interest Althea Klang from Nowegosoe Tower.

Harley and Althea might finally, after many issues, attempt to see if they can at least make it through one date without being targeted by some oddball with a grudge and a dream. Harley is also a source of comfort for her neighbors, attempting to console those who mourn the loss of one of their own. Richie Grimaldi shows a little growth after recently investing in villain armor as he scores a date with Gunbunny (much to Mayfly’s dismay). Kalan’s script, as usual, is peppered with clever one-liners and expositional speeches that inform and entertain.

Carlos Olivares continues to delight with his wild and imaginative artwork, from exaggerated facial expressions and body language to the lived-in feel of the Throatcutter Hill neighborhood, (complete with battle damage). Olivares’ scale and scope explore the neighborhood, and emphasize the looming almost-threats of both Colonel Blimp and Guy Mandrake, as Olivares’ pacing adds to sense of urgency, while still throwing in some clever sight gags and a montage.

Final Thoughts

Harley Quinn #58 keeps the story moving with another strange adventure that piles onto the already beleaguered anti-hero’s to-do list, with a mix of absurdity and genuine warmth. The inventive and detailed art matches the frenetic pacing of the script, making this title a joy to read month-after-month.

Harley Quinn #58

Final Thoughts

Harley Quinn #58 keeps the story moving with another strange adventure that piles onto the already beleaguered anti-hero's to-do list, with a mix of absurdity and genuine warmth. The inventive and detailed art matches the frenetic pacing of the script, making this title a joy to read month-after-month.

4.6

Final Score

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Detective Comics #1105 Comic Book Review

by Adam Koppel January 28, 2026

written by Adam Koppel

In this review of Detective Comics #1105, now fully infected by the Courage virus, Batman continues his investigation while hermetically sealed in a special suit of armor as he attempts to locate The Lion and prevent an expected attack.

Detective Comics #1105 main cover by Mikel Janín (DC Comics)

DETECTIVE COMICS #1105
Written by TOM TAYLOR
Art and Main Cover: MIKEL JANÍN
Variant Covers: GREG SMALLWOOD and BJÖRN BARENDS
Page Count: 32 pages
Release Date: 1/28/26

This review contains spoilers

Detective Comics #1105 begins with a flashback to Batman’s early days as Commissioner Gordon visits thirteen year-old Leo Kingsford just after Batman absconded with his father. Young Leo lashes out in anger at Gordon, calling out for his father. Four years later Leo wins a Waynetech science fair and Bruce Wayne visits the now fearful and agoraphobic Leo in his foster home.

Cut to the present as an armored and infectious Batman explores Leo’s old bedroom as he surmises that Leo got his foster mother out of Gotham before he enacts his plan. Batman tells Batgirl he is going to visit Dinah Lance (Black Canary) as Batgirl arrives at GCPD headquarters where a full blown riot erupts outside.

Batman asks Dinah Lance about Leo’s time at the gym training with Ted Grant (Wildcat) and his growing confidence after learning to fight. Leo was headed for the big time but something changed after losing a bout to Dinah, his fear returned and Leo left for good. Batman checks in with Mister Terrific who is monitoring the boy Batman rescued from the infected freighter and it appears the boy is a danger to himself and others if a cure is not found soon.

Terrific shows Batman the lab where he and numerous heroes and villains (Scarecrow) are toiling at developing a cure for the Courage virus. Despite his shaky judgement (or possibly because of it), Batman volunteers to be the test subject for any vaccine trial for the cure. Back at the Batcave he receives an alert of an attack on Wayne Manor. Batman circles around and catches the firebug off guard but comes face-to-face with The Lion yet again.

Detective Comics #1105 ends with Robin (Damian Wayne) caught in an explosion while investigating a tip, as the riot at the GCPD rages on, while Batgirl lies unconscious. Wayne Manor burns as Leo monologues, gleefully declaring that the attack on Gotham City has already happened (from the man-made fog in Detective Comics #1101), without Batman and his team even realizing it.

Analysis

Detective Comics #1105 ramps up the tension as writer Tom Taylor reveals more clues courtesy of Leo’s exposition (but most people probably caught on with Robin’s actions last issue). The rioting at GCPD, Robin’s reckless behavior are certainly signs, but others like Terrific’s team or Batgirl Who is literally out on patrol seem affected. Probably an explanation, or they’ll succumb eventually.

Detective Comics #1105 is a race against time where Batman and his allies wasted precious hours exploring Leo’s clues across the globe when the danger had already occurred. Batman has become more confident which remarkably makes him more concerned about not being concerned and continues to question his own motivations. With at least six issues, Taylor allows the story to breathe and the tension to build.

The exchange between Batman and Leo as The Lion casually adds to the flames consuming Wayne Manor and neither man are at all alarmed by the growing danger illustrates the danger. But at least Batman is sealed in armor and aware of his infection, Robin and other citizens in Gotham City don’t understand (or care) about the danger they might face.

Artist Mikel Janin nails another issue loaded with gorgeous visuals and colors. The design for Batman’s sealed armor makes the Dark Knight appear bulky, imposing and inhuman, the full face mask is intense image. Janin provides a remarkable amount of detail to the Bat-armor (among other items) adding to its “lived in” feel and slapdash assembly.

Janin also excels at utilizing shadows for mood along with the sickly green background for both Mister Terrific’s lab and the Batcave. In contrast, the flame effects towards the end of Detective Comics #1105 are bright and vibrant, full of warm reds, pale yellows and orange. That final full splash page with the carnage at the GCPD framed by a stark red sky in the background is effective and unsettling.

Final Thoughts

Detective Comics #1105 ramps up the tension while giving Batman a metaphorical smack in the nose for not realizing he was missing the bigger picture. Batman’s growing self doubt and Leo’s overconfidence makes for a thrilling contrast. The story, art and color also maintain their high quality.

Detective Comcis #1105

Final Thoughts

Detective Comics #1105 ramps up the tension while giving Batman a metaphorical smack in the nose for not realizing he was missing the bigger picture. Batman's growing self doubt and Leo's overconfidence makes for a thrilling contrast. The story, art and color also maintain their high quality.

4.6

Final Score

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Episode 269

by Kimberley Rockmore January 27, 2026

written by Kimberley Rockmore

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Guest-starring Shagalicious! After sharing our favorites of 2025 in several categories, Shag and I discuss the 2005-2006 DC Comics event “Infinite Crisis”…book club style!

January 27, 2026 0 comments

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The Batman Universe Podcast Season 14 Episode 1 – Batman Returns

by Ian Miller January 26, 2026

written by Ian Miller

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In episode 291 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) rewatch Batman Returns (since it’s set at Christmas), and dive into their reactions to this classic! Who is more important – Christopher Walken, Penguin, or Catwoman?

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January 26, 2026 0 comments

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April 2026 TBU DC Solicitations

by Stephanie Mounce January 23, 2026

written by Stephanie Mounce

DC Comics solicitations for April 2026 have been released by the publisher. Batman and Wonder Woman will team up for a detective story by creators by Jeph Loeb and Jim Cheung taking place post Hush with Harley Quinn and the Joker. Batman/Superman World’s Finest will celebrate it’s 50th issue with multiple variant covers and a large 40 page issue. MAD Magazine will have a special DC issue.

Check out the DC Comics solicits within the Batman Universe for April 2026 below, courtesy of DC comics. If you want to see the full solicits for the month of April 2025, you can find them at our sister site, The Comic Book Spot.

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Batwoman #2 main cover by Dani (DC Comics)

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BATWOMAN #2
Written by GREG RUCKA
Art and cover by DANI
Variant covers by STJEPAN ŠEJIĆ, JENNY FRISON, and DUSTIN NGUYEN
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/8/26
Batwoman engages the enemy, drawing Master Slay and his acolytes ontothe field. But can her father, Jacob Kane, reach her before the streets ofPetalon become a kill zone?

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsBatman Wonder Woman Truth 1

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BATMAN/WONDER WOMAN: TRUTH #1
Written by JEPH LOEB
Art and cover by JIM CHEUNG
Variant covers by JIM LEE, GABRIELE DELL’OTTO, and PABLO VILLALOBOS
Foil variant cover by JIM CHEUNG
$5.99 US | 48 pages | Variant $5.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/29/26
Batman and Wonder Woman team up for a classic caper brought to you by superstar talent writer Jeph Loeb (Batman, Superman/Batman) and artist Jim Cheung (Justice League)! The Lasso of Truth has been stolen, and the Caped Crusader and Amazon Princess race to ensure a safe return before it falls into the wrong hands. You won’t want to miss the aftermath of Batman: HUSH featuring the devious duo foolish enough to steal from Wonder Woman…The Joker and Harley Quinn!

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ABSOLUTE BATMAN #19
ABSOLUTE SCARECROW EMERGES FROM THE SHADOWS OF ARK M AS A NEW STORY ARC BEGINS…
Written by SCOTT SNYDER
Art and cover by NICK DRAGOTTA
Variant covers by BEN OLIVER, NICK DRAGOTTA, AND LIAM SHARP
1:25 variant cover by ARIEL OLIVETTI
$4.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $5.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/8/26
Poison Ivy proved to be just one of the many horrors within the bowels of the ARK M facility, and as Joker sets his sights on Absolute Batman, he decides to enlist the help of one of the center’s most terrifying doctors, Dr. Jonathan Crane. While Bruce Wayne tries to align himself with Barbara Gordon, there’s more than one alliance formed in this issue. New debuts, new villains, new arc starts here.

Batman #8 main cover by Jorge Jiménez (DC Comics)

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BATMAN #8
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art by RYAN SOOK
Cover by JORGE JIMENEZ
Variant covers by DUSTIN NGUYEN, JORGE MOLINA, and RYAN SOOK
Things to Come variant cover by JORGE JIMENEZ
Foil variant cover by JORGE JIMENEZ
1:25 variant cover by DAVID AJA
April Drools variant cover by GUILLEM MARCH
$4.99 US | 40 pages | Variant $5.99 US (card stock) | Variant $7.99 US (foil)
ON SALE 4/1/26
A hero. A villain. A reporter. Three old men, on one night in Gotham, each have encounters that will reverberate across their city forever. Series writer Matt Fraction is joined by sensational guest artist Ryan Sook for an unforgettable new chapter of the Caped Crusader’s ongoing story.

Nightwing #137 main cover by Jorge Fornes (DC Comics)

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NIGHTWING #137
Written by DAN WATTERS
Art by DENYS COWAN
Cover by JORGE FORNES
Variant covers by DAVID NAKAYAMA and MARTIN SIMMONDS
Things to Come variant cover by DENYS COWAN
$4.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $5.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/15/26
Haunted by a deadly highway collision, Nightwing restlessly hunts for clues in the ghost stories of Bludhaven. When a deadly standoff besieges Bludhaven Bridge, Dick Grayson might not be in the best state of mind to tackle it. Luckily, the World’s Greatest Detective has come calling…

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CATWOMAN #86
Written by TORUNN GRONBEKK
Art by DAVIDE GIANFELICE
Cover by SEBA FIUMARA
Variant covers by FRANK CHO, MICHAEL WALSH, and W. SCOTT FORBES
April Drools variant cover by SAOWEE
Things to Come variant cover by MANNY VINCENT CARBONILLA
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/15/26
He’s big! He’s bad! And he’s madder than ever before! With Selina back in Gotham, Black Mask sets his sights on Catwoman, and he’s playing for keeps. But he’s not alone! Who is his mysterious benefactor, and how could they possibly hate Catwoman even more than her self-proclaimed archnemesis?

Batgirl #18 main cover by David Talaski (DC Comics)

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BATGIRL #18
Written by TATE BROMBAL
Art by TAKESHI MIYAZAWA
Cover by DAVID TALASKI
Variant cover by CHRISTIAN WARD
Things to Come variant cover by TAKESHI MIYAZAWA
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/1/26
Batgirl’s battle with the Blood of Wu explodes beyond Gotham as Cassandra, Tenji, and Jaya are thrust into a supernatural war tied to her family’s past. To save Batgirl from the curse, the trio must face ancestral horrors and a destiny darker than any of them expected.

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JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #18
Written by MARK WAID
Art by CLAYTON HENRY
Cover by DAN MORA
Variant covers by BRUNO REDONDO, KEVIN WADA, and DON AGUILLO
Things to Come variant cover by AARON BARTLING
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/22/26
Unlimited? Definitely. United? Hardly. The strongest voices in the Justice League have begun granting amnesty—and membership—to super-villains, and mutiny is brewing! Plus: Guy Gardner leads a mission that will have startling consequences for the entire galaxy!

Detective Comics #1108 main cover by Mikel Janín (DC Comics)

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DETECTIVE COMICS #1108
Written by TOM TAYLOR
Art by PETE WOODS
Cover by MIKEL JANIN
Variant covers by DUSTIN NGUYEN and SCOTT GODLEWSKI
Things to Come variant cover by PETE WOODS
$4.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $5.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/22/26
Batman, Green Arrow, and Black Canary continue their investigation into the secretive family at the center of a strange conspiracy—but the deeper they dig, the larger the conspiracy becomes, and they soon realize its implications may be tied to their own shared history.

Harley Quinn #61 main cover by Brandt & Stein (DC Comics)

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HARLEY QUINN #61
Written by ELLIOTT KALAN
Art by CARLOS OLIVARES
Cover by BRANDT&STEIN
Variant covers by DAVID NAKAYAMA, GUILLEM MARCH, and BAILIE ROSENLUND
Things to Come variant cover by MARCIAL TOLEDANO VARGAS
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/22/26
Okay, so I mayyyy have left a little something out of that last description. I ain’t the only Quinn in town these days. Ya see, my rational, non-fun-loving brain parts have taken a body of their own, and she’s claiming my doctorate as her own. You can’t do that! I created Facebook! What do you mean she’s wired in?! This is a real Dr. Jackass and Ms. Hyde situation, except we both got so tired of each other that we moved out and got our own bodies!

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POISON IVY #43
Written by G. WILLOW WILSON
Art by JAIME INFANTE
Cover by JESSICA FONG
Variant covers by KYUYONG EOM, MANNY VINCENT CARBONILLA, and NOOBOVICH
Things to Come variant by MARCIO TAKARA
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/1/26
Mayor Pamela Isley investigates the state of her old stomping grounds, the Gotham City sewer system, and makes some unpleasant discoveries about what lies beneath. Meanwhile, a certain feline felon makes her long-awaited return to Ivy’s life.

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HARLEY & IVY: LIFE & CRIMES #5
Written by ERICA HENDERSON
Art and cover by ERICA HENDERSON
Variant covers by LEIRIX and RICKIE YAGAWA
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/22/26
On the lam from the law, the increasingly close gal pals only have so many safe havens they can hunker down in. Luckily, Harley remembers one such place of perfect harmony—Ma Hunkel’s house! That’s right—the Golden Age Red Tornado herself, Scribbly Jibbet’s landlord Ma Hunkel! Buy this issue and discover why Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou and Arianna Turturro got banned from an all-you-can-eat buffet in Biloxi!

Batman/Superman: World's Finest #50 main cover by Dan Mora (DC Comics)

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BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD’S FINEST #50
OVERSIZE ANNIVERSARY ISSUE!
Written by MARK WAID
Art by DAN MORA and ADRIAN GUTIERREZ
Cover by DAN MORA
Variant covers by FRANK QUITELY, MARK SPEARS, ROD REIS, RAFAEL GRASSETTI, and ADRIAN GUTIERREZ
Weird Al Yankovic Cameo variant cover by DAN MORA
Things to Come variant cover by VASCO GEORGIEV
1:25 variant cover by SALVADOR LARROCA
$4.99 US | 40 pages | Variant $5.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/1/26
This issue features an adventure so big, not only are Robin, Supergirl, Jimmy Olsen, Batgirl, and the rest of the Super-Bat Family joining in but Dan Mora makes his return to the series he helped launch!

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NEW TITANS #34
Written by TATE BROMBAL
Art by SAMI BASRI
Cover by TAURIN CLARKE
Variant covers by ETHAN YOUNG and STEPHEN BYRNE
Things to Come variant cover by FICO OSSIO
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/15/26
Everything is not as it seems! As Titans Tower begins to fall apart at the seams, Nightwing’s team is visited by heroes claiming to be the New Titans! What’s real? What’s an illusion? Will the Titans ever escape the loop? And what’s behind all this pandemonium?

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SIRENS: LOVE HURTS #3
Written by TINI HOWARD
Art and cover by BABS TARR
Variant cover by DERRICK CHEW
Connecting variant cover by TULA LOTAY
$5.99 US | 32 pages | (all covers are card stock)
ON SALE 4/8/26
The holidays are here, but not every Siren’s feeling the cheer! Sure, Harley and Ivy’s friendship warms to a romance, but Catwoman and millionaire Bruce Wayne go ice cold when Bruce attempts to define the relationship— wasn’t he supposed to be a playboy? And then there’s the matter of Black Canary’s bachelorette party, where the Sirens and the police commissioner’s daughter, Barbara Gordon, are all on the guest list. Tensions ride high…and Gotham’s most elusive serial killer, Horoscope, is happy to cut right through them. Literally.

Batman/Static: Beyond #5 main cover by Nikolas Draper-Ivey (DC Comics)

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BATMAN/STATIC: BEYOND #5
Written by EVAN NARCISSE
Art by MIGUEL MENDONCA
Cover by NIKOLAS DRAPER-IVEY
Variant cover by TY TEMPLETON and DEXTER SOY
$4.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $5.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 4/1/26
Batman and Static’s only hope to reverse the global blackout is to find tech-disrupting outcast Shutdown! But, as the Neo-Dynamic Duo wades into a war between genetic offshoots and black-ops soldiers, Shutdown’s plans for revenge on our heroes take a surprising and sinister turn! Will the Justice League Beyond get back home in time to help their teammates save Earth from permanent darkness?!

BATMAN/GREEN ARROW/ THE QUESTION: ARCADIA #4April 2026 TBU DC Solicitations

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BATMAN/GREEN ARROW/ THE QUESTION: ARCADIA #4
Written by GABRIEL HARDMAN
Art and cover by GABRIEL HARDMAN
Variant cover by TONCI ZONJIC
$5.99 US | 32 pages | 4 of 4 | (all covers are card stock)
ON SALE 4/1/26
Under siege in a blizzard, Batman, Green Arrow, the Question, and the refugees of Arcadia must go to war with a mercenary army commanded by a desperate, petty billionaire. Our heroes will emerge forever changed…if they survive!

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MAD ABOUT DC
LOOK, IT’S NO FARTACULAR BUT THEN AGAIN WHAT IS?
Written and Drawn by THE USUAL GANG OF COMIC BOOK CREATORS WHO NEEDED THE EXTRA MONEY
Cover by DAN “MAD ABOUT GLUTEN LABELING BECAUSE IT SHOULD ACTUALLY BE CLEARER OR ELSE WHAT’S THE POINT” PANOSIAN
Variant covers by SIMON BISLEY and CHIP ZDARSKY
Foil variant cover by DAN PANOSIAN ($10.99)
$7.99 US | 64 pages | Variant $8.99 US (cardstock)
ON SALE 4/1/26
Chip Zdarsky is a funny guy. Remember when he made that whole April Fools’ gag comic with rub ‘n’ smell farts? Oh, wait, that was me, DC Comics E-I-C Marie Javins. Chip was the one saying, “I’d turn back if I were you,” but he couldn’t stop me. Editors are a self-destructive lot. Which is why this year, I said, “I give up, you do it, Chip, you are so much funnier and prettier and also better with cats than I am.” And look, he went and did it. Chip demoted himself to “editor.” Chip is turning the DC universe on its ear and bringing you savage mockery of all we hold dear, and he is assisted in this brutal task by Matt Fraction, Gail Simone, Skottie Young, and many, many more. Next year? Back to farts.
Includes MAD favorite Sergio Aragones with “A MAD Look at Comic Book Stores,” “Guy vs. Spy” by Jim Zub and Ramon Perez, and a DC Fold-In by Charles Soule and Ryan Browne. Plus a slew of MAD-style parodies of all DC Comics you hold dear, and some you’ve always hated anyway. MAD About DC #1 will fulfill your every comic book dream, or at least three or four of them.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsDark Knight Returns 3

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THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS #3 FACSIMILE EDITION
Written by FRANK MILLER
Art and cover by FRANK MILLER
Variant covers by FRANK MILLER and FRANK QUITELY
Foil variant cover by FRANK MILLER ($7.99 US)
$4.99 US | 48 pages | Variant $5.99 US (cardstock)
ON SALE 4/29/26
There’s a brand-new police commissioner in Gotham City, and she’s determined to arrest the Batman. The GCPD might be the least of the Dark Knight’s worries, though, as his return to the spotlight has drawn the attention of a now government-sanctioned Man of Steel, while Arkham Asylum’s most infamous inmate, the Joker, has prepared to welcome back his favorite adversary with a horrific attack on live TV!

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsWorld Finest 195

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WORLD’S FINEST COMICS #195 FACSIMILE EDITION
Written by BOB HANEY and JACK MILLER
Art by ROSS ANDRU and HOWARD SHERMAN
Cover by CURT SWAN
Foil variant cover by CURT SWAN ($6.99 US)
Blank sketch cover ($4.99 US)
$3.99 US | 32 pages
ON SALE 4/15/26
When Superman helps Batman take the place of a mafia kingpin to get the dirt on a vast criminal enterprise, a bizarre series of events leads to Batman losing his identity—and believing himself to really be the criminal capo! With Superman forced to play along as the Bat-boss’s right-hand man, can he get the goods before Batman carries out his first order of business: the murders of Robin and Jimmy Olsen?

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsDetective Comics 577

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DETECTIVE COMICS #577 FACSIMILE EDITION
Written by MIKE W. BARR
Art and cover by TODD McFARLANE
Foil variant cover by TODD McFARLANE ($6.99 US)
Blank sketch cover ($4.99 US)
$3.99 US | 32 pages
ON SALE 4/22/26
As “Batman: Year Two” continues, a forced partnership with his parents’ killer stretches the Dark Knight’s ethical code to its breaking point. Can this deal with the devil really be the key to bringing the murderous Reaper to justice? As Batman sinks deeper into moral quagmires, the virtuous Rachel Caspian touches the heart of Bruce Wayne.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsCE Batman Vol 1

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BATMAN VOL. 1: DAYLIGHT
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art by JORGE JIMENEZ
Cover by JORGE JIMENEZ
$29.99 US | 192 pages | 6 5/” x 10 3/16” | Hardcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-622-5
$19.99 US | 192 pages | 6 5/8” x 10 3/16” | Softcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-623-2
ON SALE 6/2/26
A new day dawns in Gotham City as Eisner Award-winning writer Matt Fraction (Superman’s Pal Jimmy Olsen, Hawkeye) joins forces with superstar artist Jorge Jimenez (Justice League, Superman) for a timeless, superhero-forward take on the Caped Crusader loaded with a new costume, a new Batmobile, new gadgets, new allies, and brand-new threats. Between Killer Croc’s escape from Arkham Towers, the increasingly criminal machinations of Police Commissioner Vandal Savage, the assassin known as Lady Death Man on the prowl, and organized crime in Gotham reaching astonishing new heights of power, the status quo has never been more deadly for the Dark Knight. As the Minotaur—the masked man behind a massive criminal conspiracy—emerges from the shadows of his infernal labyrinth to claim Gotham as his prize, both Batman and Bruce Wayne will be tested like never before. Collects Batman #1-6.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsBatman Green Arrow The Question Arcadia

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BATMAN/GREEN ARROW/ THE QUESTION: ARCADIA
Story, art, and cover by GABRIEL HARDMAN
$24.99 US | 152 pages | 6 5/8” x 10 3/16” | Hardcover | 978-1-79950-551-8
ON SALE 6/16/26
From the decaying husk of Hub City, Vic Sage—the Question—goes deep undercover on the trail of a human-trafficking operation in the frozen Arctic. Oliver Queen—the Green Arrow—pushed out of his own company’s C-suite, must get his crumbling life back together…but what is Queen Industries’ involvement with a mysterious project dubbed Arcadia? Spurred on by the Question, Green Arrow joins the hunt for answers…but one obstacle stands in the way of their investigation: the Batman. In a world where hope flickers like a dying flame, three solitary heroes must navigate treacherous terrain to uncover the dark connections that bind them all. Writer/ artist Gabriel Hardman comes to DC Black Label with a gripping tale, updating this opinionated trio of lone-wolf vigilantes for the era of open class warfare and ecological collapse! Collects Batman/Green Arrow/The Question: Arcadia #1-4.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsCheetah and Cheshire Rob the Justice League

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JUSTICE LEAGUE: CHEETAH & CHESHIRE ROB THE WATCHTOWER
Written by GREG RUCKA
Art and cover by NICOLA SCOTT
$17.99 US | 160 pages | 6 5/8” x 10 3/16” | Softcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-948-6
ON SALE 5/19/26
The DCU’s most dangerous criminals attempt an im`possible heist…robbing the Justice League Watchtower! To even have a chance of making the score, they’ll have to assemble a team of talented misfits and oddballs, somehow convince them to work together, and get away with it. Easy enough, except for a few tiny complications, such as the most sophisticated orbital platform ever constructed, its AI-driven security system, and, well, the smartest, most powerful superheroes in the DC Universe! Collects Cheetah & Cheshire Rob the Justice League #1-6.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsBatman Gotham by Gaslight Absolute Edition

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BATMAN: GOTHAM BY GASLIGHT: ABSOLUTE EDITION
Written by BRIAN AUGUSTYN
Art by MIKE MIGNOLA and EDUARDO BARRETO
Cover by MIKE MIGNOLA
$100.00 US | 232 pages | 8 1/8” x 12 1/4” | Hardcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-920-2
ON SALE 10/6/26
It was the story that redefined the limits of when or where a Batman tale could take place. What if the Dark Knight Detective encountered one of history’s most notorious serial killers, who had arrived on Gotham’s shores? In Gotham by Gaslight, writer Brian Augustyn and artists Mike Mignola and P. Craig Russell pitted a rookie Victorian-age Batman against Jack the Ripper. With only the tools and technology of the era at his disposal, would the green Caped Crusader be able to match wits with a killer who had evaded the greatest minds of Scotland Yard? This Absolute edition of the very first Elseworlds tale offers an immersive look into Batman: Gotham by Gaslight, presented in oversize Absolute format for the first time ever with a brand-new cover and foreword by Mike Mignola, plus an afterword by Augustyn’s frequent collaborator and friend Mark Waid. This edition also includes Augustyn’s sequel to Gotham by Gaslight—Batman: Master of the Future, with artist Eduardo Barreto, original scans of Mignola and Russell’s inked pages, and much more.

DC COMPACT COMICS BOX SET
Written by DARWYN COOKE, JEPH LOEB, FRANK MILLER, ALAN MOORE, GRANT MORRISON, and MARK WAID
Art by DARWYN COOKE, DAVE GIBBONS, FRANK MILLER, FRANK QUITELY, ALEX ROSS, and TIM SALE
$49.99 | 1912 Pages | 5 1/2” x 8 1/2” | Softcover | ISBN: 978-1-79951-635-4
ON SALE 11/3/26
DC Comics presents some of the greatest comics ever made! The perfect introduction to comics and DC, and a perfect starter pack for anyone looking to begin collecting. Learn why readers can’t get enough of these characters or stories! It all starts here! Collecting the acclaimed and bestselling stories that introduced generations of readers to comics and the DC Universe: All-Star Superman (the last days of Superman), Batman: The Dark Knight Returns (old man Bruce Wayne out of retirement and saving Gotham), Batman: The Long Halloween (a mystery, and all the greatest Batman villains are suspects), DC: The New Frontier (the world of DC heroes across the globe must unite for the first time ever), Kingdom Come (in the future of DC, a war between old heroes and new is brewing ), and Watchmen (the superhero murder mystery that became a world-wide bestseller).

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsDC vs Vampires World War V

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DC VS. VAMPIRES: WORLD WAR V VOL. 1
Written by MATTHEW ROSENBERG, TYLER BOSS, and JOEY ESPOSITO
Art by OTTO SCHMIDT, DANIEL BAYLISS, NIKOLA ČIŽMEŠIJA, ACKY BRIGHT, and others
Cover by OTTO SCHMIDT
$100.00 US | 795 pages | 7 1/4” x 10 7/8” | Softcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-806-9
ON SALE 5/19/26
Sink your teeth into another juicy tale of bloodsuckers, Bat-people, and all-out vampire action. Brought to you by Matthew Rosenberg (Batman/ Catwoman: The Gotham War) and Otto Schmidt (Catwoman, Birds of Prey), DC vs. Vampires: World War V promises to be a bloody good read!

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsBATMAN: UNDER THE RED HOOD: DC COMPACT COMICS EDITION

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BATMAN: UNDER THE RED HOOD: DC COMPACT COMICS EDITION
Written by JUDD WINICK
Art by DOUG MAHNKE, SHANE DAVIS, and others
Cover by JOCK
$9.99 US | 384 pages | 5 1/2” x 8 1/2” | Softcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-821-2
ON SALE 6/16/26
Featuring the writing talents of Judd Winick (Outsiders, Green Arrow) and art by Doug Mahnke (Green Lantern) and Shane Davis (Superman: Earth One), among others, Under the Red Hood collects the bestselling and controversial storyline from Batman #635-641 and #645-650 plus the immediately sold-out Batman Annual #25.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsGotham Central Compact

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GOTHAM CENTRAL: DC COMPACT COMICS EDITION
Written by ED BRUBAKER and GREG RUCKA
Art and cover by MICHAEL LARK
$9.99 US | 240 pages | 5 1/2” x 8 1/2” | Softcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-807-6
ON SALE 5/19/26
Gotham’s Finest work around the clock, cleaning up after the mess left behind from Batman’s one-man war against crime. But when one of the GCPD’s own is killed by Mr. Freeze, the squad is in a race against time to bring him in without the help of the Dark Knight. Plus, Detective Renee Montoya is outed as a lesbian and finds her work environment and personal life turned upside down. Unfortunately for her, things only become more complicated when she is kidnapped by Two-Face. The multiple-award-winning Gotham Central series collected here is brought to you by acclaimed writers Ed Brubaker and Greg Rucka, with artist Michael Lark.

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DC FINEST: ROBIN: THE ORIGIN OF ROBIN
Written by MIKE FRIEDRICH, ELLIOT S! MAGGIN, and others
Art by GIL KANE, IRV NOVICK, and others
Cover by CARMINE INFANTINO and JOE GIELLA
$39.99 US | 424 pages | 6 5/8” x 10 3/16” | Softcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-829-8
ON SALE 6/16/26
This volume covers Robin’s major solo appearances in Batman #184, #192, #202, #213, #227, #229-231, #234-236, #239-242, #244-245, #248-250, #252, #254, and #259; Detective Comics #342, #386, #390-391, #394-395, #398-403, #445, #447, and #450-451; World’s Finest Comics #141, #147, #195, and #200; and Superman’s Pal, Jimmy Olsen #111 and #130.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsDC Finest Team Up The Impossible Escape

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DC FINEST: TEAM-UPS: THE IMPOSSIBLE ESCAPE
Written by BOB HANEY, DENNIS O’NEIL, and others
Art by JIM APARO, RIC ESTRADA, and others
Cover by JIM APARO
$39.99 US | 560 pages | 6 5/8” x 10 3/16” | Softcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-830-4
ON SALE 6/9/26
What’s better than seeing one hero fighting villains and saving the day? Seeing them team up with other heroes and using their complementary skills to get out of tight situations, that’s what! Collects Batman team-up tales from The Brave and the Bold #106-130, plus additional stories from Super-Team Family #1-7.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsBatman Superman Worlds Finest Vol 1 Deluxe Edition

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BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD’S FINEST DELUXE EDITION VOL. 1
Written by MARK WAID
Art by DAN MORA
Cover by DAN MORA
$49.99 US | 368 pages | 8 1/8” x 12 1/4” | Hardcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-819-9
ON SALE 6/9/26
The Dark Knight and Man of Steel unite for the adventures of a lifetime. The landmark and critically acclaimed series by two of comics’ greatest creators begins here! Explore the full gamut of the DC Universe with its finest heroes as they navigate supercharged powers, deadly enemies, and the arrival of a mysterious young hero known as Boy Thunder. Collects Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #1-11, a story from Detective Comics #1050, brand-new introductions by Waid and Mora, and never-before-seen behind-the-scenes from the making of this treasured series.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsBatman New 52 Omnibus

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BATMAN: DETECTIVE COMICS: THE NEW 52 OMNIBUS VOL. 2
Written by BRIAN BUCCELLATO, JOHN LAYMAN, FRANCIS MANAPUL, and others
Art by JASON FABOK, FRANCIS MANAPUL, and others
Cover by JASON FABOK and TOMEU MOREY
$100.00 US | 1056 pages | 7 1/4” x 10 7/8” | Hardcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-823-6
ON SALE 6/2/26
A city-wide delusion warps the minds of Gotham City into believing they live in a utopia! The unlikely duo of Batman and Harvey Bullock uproot corruption! A designer drug hits the streets! A killer looks start a revolution! And Comissioner Gordon takes up the mantle of Batman! This and more adventures found in this final volume! Collects Detective Comics #25-52, Detective Comics Annual #3, Detective Comics: Endgame #1, Detective Comics: Futures End #1, Detective Comics Sneak Peek, and a story from Secret Origins #2.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsLegends Omnibus

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LEGENDS OMNIBUS
Written by JOHN OSTRANDER, LEN WEIN, PAUL LEVITZ, J.M. DEMATTEIS, and others
Art by JOHN BYRNE, KEITH GIFFEN, LUKE MCDONNELL, and others
Cover by JOHN BYRNE
$125.00 US | 856 pages | 8 1/8” x 12 1/4” | Hardcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-782-6
ON SALE 6/23/26
Collects Legends #1-6, Batman #401, Detective Comics #568, Green Lantern Corps #207, Cosmic Boy #1-4, Justice League of America #258-261, Secret Origins #10 and #14, The Fury of Firestorm #55-56 and #58-59, Blue Beetle #9-10, The Warlord #114-115, Superman #3, Adventures of Superman #426, and Action Comics #586, with a brandnew foreword by Mike Gold, introduction by John Ostrander, and a never-before- seen extensive behind the scenes of DC’s journey to making a sequel to Crisis on Infinite Earths.

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsDark Crisis Omnibus

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DARK CRISIS OMNIBUS
Written by JOSHUA WILLIAMSON, MEGHAN FITZMARTIN, JEREMY ADAMS, and others
Art by DANIEL SAMPERE, LAURA BRAGA, AMANCAY NAHUELPAN, and others
Cover by DANIEL SAMPERE and ALEJANDRO SANCHEZ
$100.00 US | 992 pages | 7 1/4” x 10 7/8” | Hardcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-824-3
ON SALE 6/16/26
Collects in reading order Aquaman #6, Dark Crisis #1-3, Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths #4-7, Dark Crisis #0 FCBD Special Edition 2022 #0, Dark Crisis: Big Bang #1, Dark Crisis: The Dark Army #1, Dark Crisis: The Deadly Green #1, Dark Crisis: War Zone #1, Dark Crisis: Worlds Without a Justice League-Batman #1, Dark Crisis: Worlds Without a Justice League-Green Arrow #1, Dark Crisis: Worlds Without a Justice League-Green Lantern #1, Dark Crisis: Worlds Without a Justice League-Superman #1, Dark Crisis: Worlds Without a Justice League-Wonder Woman #1, Dark Crisis: Young Justice #1-6, Justice League: Road to Dark Crisis #1, I Am Batman #15, Justice League #75, and The Flash #783-786!

April 2026 TBU DC SolicitationsJustice league of America The Bronze Age Omnibus Vol 1

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JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA: THE BRONZE AGE OMNIBUS VOL. 1 (2026 EDITION)
Written by DENNIS O’NEIL, MIKE FRIEDRICH, LEN WEIN, and others
Art by DICK DILLIN, NEAL ADAMS, DICK GIORDANO, and others
Cover by KARL KERSCHL
$125.00 US | 856 pages | 7 1/4” x 10 7/8” | Hardcover | ISBN: 978-1-79950-826-7
ON SALE 6/23/26
Justice League of America: The Bronze Age Omnibus Vol. 1 begins the famed super-team’s Bronze Age exploits from Justice League of America #77-113 and includes a foreword by veteran comics writer Roy Thomas.

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