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The history of Absolute Gotham was expanded in this one-off special

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What we learned from Absolute Batman: Ark M
Absolute Batman: Ark M has enhanced the AU!
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January 11, 2026 at 5:41 PM
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Zombies come to Riverdale!

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Upcoming Archie x The Army of Darkness crossover series
A look ahead at the crossover series Archie x Army of Darkness
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January 3, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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This one was personal.

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Red Hood vs. The Joker! Snyder undefeated
A reivew of DC K.O.: Red Hood vs. The Joker comic by Scott Snyder and Joshua Williamson
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December 28, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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Say what?
"John Byrne, the acclaimed comic book writer/artist (X-Men, Fantastic Four, She-Hulk) and Scottish playwright/artist, is known as "The Indomitable Genius" primarily due to a popular unauthorized biography in Portuguese, O Gênio Indomável, highlighting his prolific and influential career in comics, though the phrase also reflects his powerful artistic voice across mediums. Key Aspects of John Byrne's "Indomitable Genius": Prolific Comic Creator: Byrne revitalized major Marvel titles in the late 70s/early 80s, co-creating Alpha Flight and having iconic runs on X-Men, Fantastic Four, and She-Hulk, known for his dynamic art and storytelling. Multi-Talented Artist: He's also a respected Scottish painter, printmaker, and playwright (e.g., The Slab Boys Trilogy), designing album covers for The Beatles and working across different art forms. "The Indomitable Genius" (Book): A Brazilian fan, Rodrigo Talayer, published an unauthorized biography titled John Byrne: O Gênio Indomável (The Indomitable Genius), chronicling his life and extensive work, which became popular among fans and led to new printings.
December 27, 2025 at 9:27 AM
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Would have served better as a two-part mini-series.

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Will of Doom review - the aftermath of OWUD
Review of Marvel’s Will of Doom by Chip Zdarsky.
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December 27, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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Out today - the first in our two-issue ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN/BATMAN crossover!

Pick up Absolute WW #15 in stores today for a can't-miss story from @kellythompson.bsky.social & @cleanlined.bsky.social. Then join us next month for part two in ABSOLUTE BATMAN #16 from me & @nickdragotta.bsky.social!
December 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Best non-superhero comics - what did we miss?

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15 Best comics without superheroes
A list of the best non-superhero comics and graphic novels for new-readers and old.
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December 19, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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Absolute Joker is here and his origin is terrifying!

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The Absolute Joker origin story iceberg
An explanation to the origin story of Absolute Joker from Absolute Batman 15.
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December 12, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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Wasn't expecting to enjoy Mole Man as much as I have been in USM
December 11, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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'One of the themes I intended for Before We Sail is the feeling of not being capable of changing the realities that we face'

Interview with the creative team behind Before We Sail!

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Interview with the Before We Sail creative team
An interview with writer Carlos Yacolca about his comic Before We Sail, plus artist Michelle Lino and letterer Diego Relevo.
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December 9, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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December 4, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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Definitely worthy of its second printing! Thoroughly enjoyable nightmare fuel.

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Marvel embraces body horror in Infernal Hulk #1
Key Comics Vault reviews Infernal Hulk 1 by Phillip K Johnson!
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December 3, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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December 3, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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With yet more capitulation to transphobic bigotry in the UK a reminder that your trans-themed comics are eligible for free advertising at Broken Frontier. We just need an advertising image/link to run one. My personal BF e-mail is here if you want details: www.brokenfrontier.com/contact-us/ Andy
Contact us – Broken Frontier
Want to contact the Broken Frontier team? Read our staff bios and find the relevant e-mail addresses for your needs here.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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Absolute Batman 14 review - An excellent end to the Abomination storyline 🦇

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Absolute Batman #14 is a knockout
A review of Absolute Batman 14 which might be the best issue so far.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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@danpgwatters.bsky.social, @treecolour.bsky.social @cleanlined.bsky.social - could you explain the importance of the colouring choices throughout the Voice of the Tower storyline please?
December 1, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Ever wanted to read a Warhammer 40k comic but didn't know where to start?

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Warhammer 40k comics you must read!
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November 29, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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A big milestone passed! 10,000 hours on YouTube!
November 28, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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One World Under Doom has wrapped up, here is a review of issue #9!

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The cover for One World Under Doom #9, featuring Doctor Doom kneeling in a wasteland surrounded by dead heroes and villains.
November 28, 2025 at 6:48 AM
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A look at tarot cards in Grant Morrison's and Dave McKean's Arkham Asylum.

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Tarot card symbolism in Arkham Asylum
A deepdive into the use of tarot cards in Grant Morrison’s and Dave McKeans Arkahm Asylum.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Sad to see this one end but what a series; easily my favourite Batman story for a while. Looking forward to rereading it soon. @danpgwatters.bsky.social @cleanlined.bsky.social
Cover of Batman Dark Patterns 1 by Hayden Sherman
November 17, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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The 2000 AD marketing campaign from the 1990s was very reminiscent of that of Yorkie bars.
November 12, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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An appropriate video for today youtu.be/3kLbFBG76f4
V for Vendetta comic explained - Anarchy in the UK
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November 5, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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A look at Before We Sail, the debut comic from Carlos Yacolca @carlosyacolcaaa.bsky.social, illustrated by Michelle Lino, lettering from Diego Relevo @elhollen.bsky.social, and edited by @rayointhebottle.bsky.social

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Before We Sail review - zombies in Peru!
A review of Carlos Yacolca’s debut comic book Before We Sail, published through Aces Weekly.
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November 3, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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Absolute Batman Annual gives the dumper truck an origin!

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Crusher of racists - Absolute Batmobile gets an origin story
The Batmobile gets a new origin story in Absolute Batman Annual 1
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November 1, 2025 at 9:50 PM