Absolute Batman ##1
DC Comics • Absolute Batman Vol. 1 (All-In Initiative)
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Nick Dragotta
Cover Artist
Ariel Olivetti
Publication Date
October 2024
Cover Variant
1:25 Incentive Variant (Cover E) Card Stock
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Debut of the new 'Absolute Universe' Batman. This version of Bruce Wayne is a working-class city engineer without the Wayne fortune, focusing on a more brutal, tactical approach to crime-fighting in a darker Gotham.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
As a modern stock image from a retailer, this represents a new copy. Potential issues on physical copies of card stock variants include minor corner blunting during shipping or light color rubbing on back covers.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $35 - $60 | Graded (9.8): $125 - $175
Recent Sales
Initial sales for this 1:25 incentive have fluctuated between $40 and $75 depending on the retailer and demand during the launch of the 'Absolute' universe.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, if the book is a candidate for a 9.8. This is the debut issue of DC's new Absolute line; high-grade incentive variants for key series launches often hold better long-term value.
Notable Features
First appearance of Absolute Batman (Bruce Wayne); First appearance of Absolute Alfred Pennyworth; First appearance of the Absolute Joker; 1:25 ratio incentive variant.
Authentication Notes
Official DC Card Stock variant; features Ariel Olivetti art. No known counterfeits; check for the lack of a UPC on the front cover which is standard for many modern incentive variants.