ABSOLUTE POWER #2
DC Comics • Absolute Power Vol. 1
Writer
Mark Waid
Interior Artist
Dan Mora
Cover Artist
Dan Mora
Publication Date
October 2024
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Dan Mora)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Amanda Waller's 'Trinity of Evil' continues its assault on the DC Universe's heroes, effectively stripping them of their powers using Amazo technology. Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman must navigate a world where they are outmatched by Waller's task force.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible on the left edge; slight corner blunting on the bottom right; minor bag scuffing affects visual clarity but the book appears flat and glossy with no color-breaking creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $6.00 / CGC 9.8: $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from MSRP ($4.99) up to $8.00 depending on shipping; 9.8 graded copies have seen limited early secondary market movement around the $40 mark.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection. As a modern non-incentive cover, the cost of grading exceeds current market value for raw or mid-grade specimens.
Notable Features
Features Failsafe and Brainiac Queen as primary antagonists; part of the Absolute Power summer event; Dan Mora cover art; Direct Edition barcode (UPC '00211').
Authentication Notes
Modern glossy cardstock with high-quality digital printing; authentic DC logo and pricing ($4.99) consistent with 2024 releases; staples are recessed and factory-aligned.