ABSOLUTE BATMAN #17
Description
Absolute Batman #17 plunges readers into Gotham's darkest corners as Poison Ivy erupts from Ark-M with a vengeful fury, determined to wreck Batman and everything he vows to protect. Written by Scott Snyder and drawn by Eric Canete, the issue follows Batman as he threads a dangerous maze of horrors, testing his wits, stamina, and resolve. Dr. Pamela Isley's unleashed power forces him to confront a monster the city created, pushing him to outthink brutal traps and lethal plants alike. The compact 32-page story pairs Snyder's orchestration of suspense with Canete's dynamic, expressive art to deliver a moody, high-stakes thriller that blends psychological menace with visceral action. This installment sits within the Absolute Batman line, offering a premium, self-contained confrontation that rewards careful pacing and craft.
Who might be interested in reading?
- Fans of Batman dark, psychological thrillers with horror elements.
- Readers who enjoy Scott Snyder's storytelling and Eric Canete's art.
- Those drawn to Poison Ivy as a vengeful, formidable antagonist.
- Fans of self-contained, high-stakes superhero narratives in a premium format.
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #17
PRODUCT INFORMATION
cover type
Soft Cover
artist
Eric Canete
rating
TEEN+
series name
ABSOLUTE BATMAN
print color
Full Color
number of pages
32
publisher
DC Comics
issue number
17
initial order due
Dec 25, 2025
final order cutoff
Jan 19, 2026
in store date
Feb 11, 2026
