Absolute Batman ##2
DC Comics • Absolute Batman (2024 Series)
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Nick Dragotta
Cover Artist
Javier Rodriguez
Publication Date
January 2025 (on-sale November 2024)
Cover Variant
Variant/B Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A reimagined version of Bruce Wayne in the 'Absolute Universe' where he is a working-class tank of a man without his traditional wealth. This issue continues the conflict with the Party Animals and the introduction of new iterations of classic villains like Black Mask and Joker.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Slight spine stress visible near the upper staple and center spine; minor corner blunting on the bottom right; flat cover surface with no visible color breaks on the face.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $6.00-$10.00; Graded (9.8): $45.00-$65.00
Recent Sales
Current listings and sales for this variant are tracking near cover price ($5.99) to a small premium ($8.00) as the series remains high in demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed and for personal collection; high print runs for this series mean secondary market value for modern variants requires very high grades to be profitable.
Notable Features
Part of the DC All In initiative; 'Absolute' universe continuity; includes Javier Rodriguez Akira-homage variant cover featuring the new Robin design.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern DC publication; high-gloss cardstock cover with crisp color registration and standard modern barcode formatting for direct market variants.