Absolute Batman ##1
DC Comics • Absolute Batman Vol. 1 (DC All-In)
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Nick Dragotta
Cover Artist
Nick Dragotta
Publication Date
October 2024
Cover Variant
Regular/Cover A
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Debut issue of the Absolute Universe version of Batman. Features a reimagined Bruce Wayne as a working-class city engineer without the Wayne manor or fortune. Introduces the mass-produced 'Bat-Axe' and a bulkier, more brutal version of the Dark Knight.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Slight blunting on the bottom left corner; very minor spine stress visible at top left; color and gloss are vibrant; no significant creases or tears visible from image. Potential shelf wear from appearing in a bin.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $35; Graded (9.8): $75 - $100 (Values fluctuating due to high modern demand)
Recent Sales
Solid sell-through on eBay and secondary markets ranging from $15 to $40 for ungraded first printings due to immediate sell-outs and multiple printings.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if it can reach a 9.8 grade after a professional press and clean. As a massive modern key, high-grade copies command a premium, though the high print run may limit long-term appreciation for lower grades.
Notable Features
First appearance of Absolute Batman (Bruce Wayne), Absolute Alfred Pennyworth, and the Party Animal gang. Part of the DC 'All-In' initiative launch.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Includes standard barcode and $4.99 price point. Modern cardstock cover with high-gloss finish characteristic of current DC productions.