Absolute Batman: Arkham ##1
DC Comics • DC All In
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Nick Dragotta
Cover Artist
Nick Dragotta
Publication Date
October 2024
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'DC All In' initiative, this issue introduces the Absolute Universe version of Batman. In this reimagining, Bruce Wayne is a working-class city engineer rather than a billionaire, facing a version of Gotham without his traditional resources.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Extremely sharp corners and clean edges; no visible spine stress. Appearance is like-new from visual inspection of the digital image, though digital compression hides micro-defects.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00 | Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Sold regularly at MSRP ($4.99-$5.99) at retail. Graded copies of regular covers are currently hovering around $50 on secondary markets.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. This is a high-print volume modern book; the cost of grading often exceeds the immediate market value for regular covers.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Absolute Universe Batman; debut of the Absolute Universe; 'DC All In' branding; distinct 'battle-axe' style bat-symbol.
Authentication Notes
Modern high-gloss cardstock; standard DC 'All In' trade dress. No indicators of counterfeit; matches official distribution specs.