DC Comics December 2025 Solicitations

HOMETOWN HERO! Sometimes the battles worth fighting are at home in Smallville and not in the big city of Metropolis. After a poor harvest, the future of Kent Farm is on the line. So what do you do when superpowers can’t solve your problems? Superboy is about to find out!

ORGANIZED CRIME IN GOTHAM CITY HAS BECOME REALLY, REALLY ORGANIZED! As Bruce Wayne investigates the Crown of Storms, Batman pursues Anarky and discovers a criminal conspiracy hiding in plain sight that will change the game for crime and criminals in Gotham City...and the world!

THE FIRST APPEARANCE OF TWO-FACE! Written by Bill Finger, Henry Boltinoff, Jack Lehti and Eric Carter Art by Bob Kane, Jack Kirby, Henry Boltinoff, Jack Lehti, Louis Cazeneuve, Lee Harris and Howard Sherman When tragedy strikes a dashing district attorney, a good man is broken in two--and one of Batman’s fiercest foes is born! Witness the descent from Gotham golden boy to gun-toting terror--in the first appearance of Two-Face! Where will he strike next, and who will be his next victim? It all depends on the flip of a coin...

ENTER THE SCARECROW. Batman continues to reel after his defeat at the hands of the Lion, and the mysterious and deadly anti-fear virus that is coursing through Batman’s veins cannot be cured. Some of the Dark Knight’s most brilliant allies have tried, and failed, to find a remedy. He has run out of friends to turn to...but he hasn’t run out of enemies. Will one of Batman’s deadliest foes be able to save him in time?

DC K.O. ALL FIGHT MONTH: ROUND 6 OF 8! It's the match you never saw coming!

WHO'S HUNGRY? Having a friend for dinner is simply lovely, isn’t it?

MOUSE MAN IS AN ISLAND! The best-laid plans of Mouse Man have gone awry! With Wonder Woman inspiring an island of people to revolt against their captor, his reign has reached its end. But never underestimate a desperate man, especially one who was once a punchline! Can Wonder Woman and her child survive his wrath?

SCOTT SNYDER REUNITES WITH LEGENDARY ARTIST JOCK! Alfred reveals to Bruce the story of the man he’s been chasing for years. Enter: Joker! Scott Snyder and Jock reunite for an epic tale in the Absolute Universe!

THE BATTLE OF KANSAS REACHES ITS CATASTROPHIC CONCLUSION! It has all been leading to this. The final battle against Ra’s Al Ghul, for the fate of Smallville and the soul of Superman!

BECAUSE YOU DEMANDED IT: THE FIRST MEETING OF ABSOLUTE BATMAN AND ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN! The first meeting of two Absolute heroes has arrived at last! The Mark of Hecate at a crime scene in Gotham draws Wonder Woman into Batman’s orbit in dramatic fashion. The world’s greatest detective and the world’s most famous witch must work together to solve a series of grisly and ambitious murders that threaten something much more dangerous coming for Gotham! And don’t miss January’s Absolute Batman #16 for the second chapter of this world-shaking meeting!

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE…? The mission is simple: destroy the Unburied’s powerful advantage in this war and get out alive. Nothing could go wrong...right?

THE FALL OF MR. TERRIFIC! As the time-displaced heroes fight for their lives against the towering might of the demonic neron, Mr. Terrific descends into the cold vacuum of space! But this time it’s by his own design...can Michael Holt team with the rogue agent behind Justice League Red to purge all emotion and coldly calculate the fate of humanity? Grab the tissues, everybody--this issue’s about to break some hearts!

In this chilling new saga, Batman confronts the icy menace of Mr. Freeze and the brutal force of Bane as he uncovers dark secrets within the Ark M facility that link Victor Fries, the Joker, and Gotham’s deepest evils. The story marks the debut of Mr. Freeze’s Absolute Universe version, focusing on Victor Fries, his connection to the Ark M experiment, and its mysterious link to the Joker. Batman faces a deadly battle against Mr. Freeze, uncovering chilling secrets about Ark M and the Joker’s involvement. Ark M is a facility meant to help society’s broken, but it has also played a role in creating evil. When Bruce Wayne infiltrates Ark M, he encounters Bane—an old foe with a brutal origin story and a terrifying plan to break Batman. The narrative reveals Bane’s background, motivations, and how he arrived in Gotham, all while Bruce and his friend Waylon Jones endure harrowing trials inside Ark M. Collects Absolute Batman #7-14

The dead rise and emotions ignite in Absolute Blackest Night , DC’s epic crossover event that plunges the universe into darkness. As the Black Lantern Corps spreads death across the galaxy, heroes and villains alike must confront their pasts—and their fallen allies. Can Hal Jordan and the surviving Lantern Corps unite to stop the ultimate force of death? This deluxe edition presents the saga in oversized format with remastered coloring, bonus content, and commentary from the creators. A cosmic war of emotion unfolds as the Black Lanterns rise, threatening to extinguish all life and light in the universe. Absolute Blackest Night collects the full main event of DC’s 2009 crossover, including Blackest Night #0–8, Untold Tales of the Blackest Night #1, DC Universe #0, Blackest Night Director’s Cut #1, and Green Lantern #43–48 and 50–52.

The heroes of the DC Universe are powerless… but their spirits are unbroken! With the Trinity of Evil in power, the resistance begins in DC’s most explosive blockbuster story in years. The superstar team of writer Mark Waid ( Kingdom Come ) and artist Dan Mora ( Batman/Superman: World’s Finest ) unite for Absolute Power , an epic event that sees DC’s heroes tested like never before! Following a career of machinations, and thanks to the combined might of the unstoppable android Failsafe and the otherworldly Brainiac Queen, Amanda Waller has finally achieved her goal: stealing the metahuman abilities of every hero and villain on planet Earth. As chaos erupts in the streets and a massive misinformation campaign sways public opinion to her side, the founder of the Suicide Squad methodically targets each superhero dynasty one at a time, starting with Superman. But even in this darkest of hours, a resistance is forming... and Batman is out for vengeance. Can these powerless heroes defeat the Trinity of Evil and their army of living weapons known as Task Force VII? It's a shocking blitzkrieg across the globe that is decades in the making—and will shape the course of the DC Universe for years to come! This volume collects Absolute Power #1-4 and Absolute Power: Ground Zero .

The Son of the Demon Rises—Superman’s Rage Unleashed Absolute Superman Vol. 2: Son of the Demon continues Jason Aaron and Rafa Sandoval’s bold reimagining of the Man of Steel in a world that fears his power—and may soon feel its wrath. As Kal-El is hunted, manipulated, and pushed to the edge, the mysterious Omega Men arrive with a terrifying proposition: unleash your full power, or watch the world burn. With Smallville under siege and his past haunting him, Superman must decide what kind of god he will become. Available in both hardcover and softcover editions. Collects issues #7–14.

Trapped in the Maze, Forged by Myth—Wonder Woman Faces Her Greatest Test Absolute Wonder Woman Vol. 2: As My Mothers Made Me continues Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman’s bold new vision of Diana of Themyscira. As Diana confronts the horrors of man’s world and the truth of her Amazonian legacy, she must choose between rage and compassion, isolation and connection. With supernatural threats erupting across the globe, Diana’s journey becomes a battle for identity, justice, and the soul of humanity. Collects issues #8–14. Available in both hardcover and softcover formats.

Three swords. Two legacies. One deadly choice. The explosive second volume of Cassandra Cain’s solo comeback digs deeper into the hidden truths of her upbringing—and the legacy Lady Shiva never meant to pass on. As Cassandra uncovers her mother’s violent past, a deadly trio of assassins descends upon them, bound to end Batgirl’s story with three killing blows. With alliances shifting and enemies multiplying, Cass must choose who she wants to be: her mother’s heir… or Gotham’s protector. Featuring martial arts legends, surprise revelations, and one unforgettable twist, Batgirl Vol. 2 launches Cassandra into a new era of Bat-family storytelling. Collects Batgirl (2024) #7–11.

Harley Quinn's comics debut, written by Batman: The Animated Series creator Paul Dini. Collecting Harley Quinn's critically acclaimed comic book debut, now in a deluxe format with exclusive extras and bonus material!

A father’s love knows no limits as Batman journeys across the globe, beyond death, and into the heart of Apokolips to bring his son back. The final chapter in Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason’s acclaimed run pushes Batman to the edge—emotionally, physically, and across space and time. In the wake of Robin’s death, Bruce Wayne is a man possessed, embarking on a relentless mission to recover Damian’s body from Ra’s al Ghul and ultimately confront the dark god Darkseid on Apokolips itself. But when the impossible happens and Robin returns, with powers far beyond what any sidekick should wield, Batman must figure out how to be both a father and a mentor to a boy changed by death. Packed with heart, action, and cosmic stakes, this volume collects the emotional climax of one of the most beloved modern Batman sagas. Collects Batman and Robin #29-40, Robin Rises: Omega #1, Robin Rises: Alpha #1, Batman and Robin Annual #3, and stories from Secret Origins #4 and Detective Comics #27

With a city on the brink and a legend under siege, James Tynion IV’s explosive Gotham saga reaches its breaking point in this era-defining omnibus. Gotham teeters on the edge of transformation as the Dark Knight confronts a terrifying new vision of the future. With the rise of the authoritarian Magistrate and the return of a more-dangerous-than-ever Scarecrow, Batman is pushed to his limits in the acclaimed Fear State saga. Collecting the second half of Tynion’s bold run—including “The Cowardly Lot,” “Fear State Alpha” and “Omega,” key issues from The Joker series, and revealing Secret Files , this collection brings together a sweeping narrative of chaos, control, and the unbreakable will of Gotham’s protector. Featuring stunning art from Jorge Jiménez and a host of top talent, this omnibus cements Tynion’s Batman as a definitive era in the Dark Knight’s legacy. Collects Batman #52; Batman #106-117, Detective Comics #1027, Batman Black & White #1, The Joker #5-15, The Joker 2021 Annual #1, Batman Secret Files: The Gardener #1, Batman Secret Files: Peacekeeper-01 #1 , Batman Secret Files: Miracle Molly #1, Batman: Fear State: Alpha #1, and Batman: Fear State: Omega #1.

A mystery takes Batman out of Gotham as he tracks down an immortality-focused cult called Elixir with the help of some unexpected allies! In the pursuit of a mysterious, bloodthirsty cult, Batman finds himself stranded away from his home with only the help of some very unexpected allies! But what can someone like the Penguin really hope to add in the chase against the dangerous group known only as Elixir? And can Batman trust him long enough to accept his help? This plus the landmark issue #1100 of Detective Comics , featuring the work of some of Batman’s most iconic creative teams! Collects Detective Comics #1097-1100 and Detective Comics Annual 2025.

Step into the shadows of Victorian Gotham where the Dark Knight confronts Jack the Ripper and a mad prophet in this genre-defining Elseworlds classic. Before Elseworlds became a staple of DC storytelling, there was Gotham by Gaslight . This groundbreaking tale transports Batman to the gaslit streets of 19th-century Gotham, where he faces the terror of Jack the Ripper in a battle of wits and shadows. With its dark, atmospheric visuals and gripping narrative, this story redefined the boundaries of Batman's world. The saga continues with Master of the Future , a thrilling sequel where Batman contends with a deranged prophet seeking to halt Gotham's evolution into the 20th century. Both stories deliver a unique blend of gothic aesthetics and superhero intrigue. This volume collects Batman: Gotham by Gaslight #1 and Batman: Master of the Future #1 .

Batman grapples with a unique new foe, the Question searches for answers, and much more in this DC anthology collection! In Batman: The Brave and the Bold , top talent and rising stars unite to deliver a variety of memorable stories starring both Batman and his allies in Gotham City, and also heroes spanning the DC Universe. This volume includes “Doubt” from writer Christian Ward and artist Patric Reynolds, a powerful tale of the Dark Knight battling an enemy all of us know too well—self-doubt—being wielded by a mysterious new villain. It’s an inner journey unlike any Batman has experienced. Also in Myths and Mysteries , Renee Montoya finds herself under attack as both the commissioner and the Question, in a hard-hitting story from writer Alex Segura and artist Andy MacDonald! Plus, writer Brendan Hay and artist Marco Santucci team up Tim Drake and Damian Wayne for “Robin Season,” Zipporah Smith and Mike Norton present a team-up you never knew you needed between John Constantine and Streaky the Supercat, and more! This volume collects stories from Batman: The Brave and the Bold #12 and #15-19.