{"title":"Best Sellers — Verified Chart-Toppers","description":"\u003cp\u003eVerified national bestsellers currently in stock at Epic Panels Comics, ranked against the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart (sales tracked at point-of-sale across 225+ comic shops). Absolute Batman #22 is the #1 best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 EJIKURE EXCLUSIVE VAR (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ejikure (Unknown Comics exclusive trade dress)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Ejikure trade dress variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to read the earlier issues first?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman reads best from #1, but #22 stands as a self-contained origin spotlight within the ongoing \"Scarecrow's Reign of Terror\" arc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669442560090,"sku":"UC8837EX","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/TRADEEXCLUSIVE_129eae5f-35ae-4680-b6e8-3c75ad0007da.png?v=1784296315"},{"product_id":"foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026","title":"[FOIL] ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 TYLER KIRKHAM EXCLUSIVE BATTLE DAMAGED TWO-FACE VIRGIN VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham — Battle Damaged Two-Face, Foil Virgin (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is the foil virgin (no logo\/text, foil-enhanced) edition of Tyler Kirkham's \"Battle Damaged Two-Face\" cover — the scarcest tier of this trade dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes a foil virgin variant more collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e It combines a limited-print no-text cover with a foil-stamped finish, typically the scarcest and most sought-after trade dress for a given cover art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eMiguel Mercado Cover (Glow-In-The-Dark)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669442494554,"sku":"UC8672EX","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv21_RETvar_COMICTRDRS_TK-NTD_FOIL_00145foilsitcker_1.jpg?v=1784296315"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 TYLER KIRKHAM EXCLUSIVE BATTLE DAMAGED TWO-FACE VIRGIN VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham — Battle Damaged Two-Face, Virgin (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is Tyler Kirkham's \"Battle Damaged Two-Face\" virgin (no logo\/text) cover for Unknown Comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the \"Battle Damaged\" virgin variant?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kirkham's damaged-costume artwork without cover text or logo — typically the scarcer of the two Two-Face trade dresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eMiguel Mercado Cover (Glow-In-The-Dark)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669442658394,"sku":"UC8671EX","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv21_RETvar_COMICTRDRS_TK-NTD_00144_1.jpg?v=1784296315"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 TYLER KIRKHAM EXCLUSIVE BATTLE DAMAGED DEATHSTROKE VIRGIN VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham — Battle Damaged Deathstroke, Virgin (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is Tyler Kirkham's \"Battle Damaged Deathstroke\" virgin (no logo\/text) cover for Unknown Comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the \"Battle Damaged\" virgin variant?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kirkham's damaged-costume artwork without cover text or logo — typically the scarcer of the two Deathstroke trade dresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eMiguel Mercado Cover (Glow-In-The-Dark)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669442625626,"sku":"UC8674EX","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv21_RETvar_COMICTRDRS_TK-NTD_SPOT_FOIL_00149.jpg?v=1784296315"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 STEPHEN SEGOVIA EXCLUSIVE VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephen Segovia (Unknown Comics exclusive trade dress)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Stephen Segovia trade dress variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eMiguel Mercado Cover (Glow-In-The-Dark)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669442789466,"sku":"UC8644EX","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BAT_Cv21_RETvar_Unknown_SS_FTD_00129.jpg?v=1784296315"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 CREEES EXCLUSIVE VIRGIN VAR (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creees — Virgin Variant (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Creees virgin (no logo\/text) variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"virgin variant\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e A virgin cover has no logos, text, or trade dress — just the full artwork, which is why virgin variants typically command a premium over the standard trade dress printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669442822234,"sku":"UC8841EX","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv22_RETvar_UNKNOWNCOMICS_CREE_NTD_FOIL_00127_d4fb1ce0-6d67-4320-b291-3c9aaa8b6a0b.png?v=1784296315"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 STEPHEN SEGOVIA EXCLUSIVE VAR (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars — outselling every other title from Marvel, DC, and Image that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephen Segovia (Unknown Comics exclusive trade dress)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time — a first-appearance-adjacent issue in a series that has consistently outperformed mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies on the sales charts. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Stephen Segovia trade dress variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline that's been building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to read the earlier issues first?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman reads best from #1, but #22 stands as a self-contained origin spotlight within the ongoing \"Scarecrow's Reign of Terror\" arc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669442920538,"sku":"UC8892EX","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv22_RETvar_UNKNOWNCOMICS_SS_FTD_02291-2.png?v=1784296316"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 STEPHEN SEGOVIA EXCLUSIVE VIRGIN VAR (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephen Segovia — Virgin Variant (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Stephen Segovia virgin (no logo\/text) variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"virgin variant\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e A virgin cover has no logos, text, or trade dress — just the full artwork, which is why virgin variants typically command a premium over the standard trade dress printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669442986074,"sku":"UC8893EX","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv22_RETvar_UNKNOWNCOMICS_SS_NTD_00125-2.png?v=1784296318"},{"product_id":"glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026","title":"[GLOW IN THE DARK] ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 MIGUEL MERCADO EXCLUSIVE VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miguel Mercado — Glow-in-the-Dark (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is Miguel Mercado's glow-in-the-dark cover treatment for Unknown Comics, a limited specialty printing tied to the issue's Scarecrow gas imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the glow-in-the-dark effect fade?\u003c\/strong\u003e The effect is a specialty ink layer that charges under light and glows in darkness; like all glow-in-the-dark print effects it will dim gradually over years of light exposure but is otherwise a permanent part of the printed cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers. Glow-in-the-dark example image is illustrative — actual glow effect and intensity may vary by print run.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443051610,"sku":"UC8900EX","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS21GLOWINDARKTRADEMOCKMIGUEL.WITHSTICKER.png?v=1784296318"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 TYLER KIRKHAM EXCLUSIVE JOKER BATTLE DAMAGED VIRGIN VAR (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham — Joker Battle Damaged, Virgin (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is Tyler Kirkham's \"Joker Battle Damaged\" virgin (no logo\/text) cover for Unknown Comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the \"Battle Damaged\" virgin variant?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham's damaged-costume artwork without cover text or logo, typically the scarcer version of the two Joker Battle Damaged trade dresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443084378,"sku":"UC8927EX","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv22_RETvar_CT_TKAP_NTDF-SILVER_00144.png?v=1784296318"},{"product_id":"foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026","title":"[FOIL] ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 TYLER KIRKHAM EXCLUSIVE JOKER BATTLE DAMAGED (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham — Joker Battle Damaged, Foil (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is the foil-enhanced edition of Tyler Kirkham's \"Joker Battle Damaged\" cover — the highest tier of this trade dress for Unknown Comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the foil edition cost more?\u003c\/strong\u003e Foil stamping is a limited additional print pass over the base cover, produced in a smaller quantity than the standard trade dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443149914,"sku":"UC8928EX","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv22_RETvar_CT_TKAP_NTDF-SILVER_00144foil.png?v=1784296320"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 TYLER KIRKHAM EXCLUSIVE JOKER BATTLE DAMAGED (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham — Joker Battle Damaged (Unknown Comics exclusive trade dress)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is Tyler Kirkham's \"Joker Battle Damaged\" cover, part of his ongoing damaged-costume variant sub-series for Unknown Comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the \"Battle Damaged\" variant style?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham illustrates the character in torn, scorched costuming to depict a specific in-story confrontation — a popular collector sub-line across recent Absolute Batman issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443182682,"sku":"UC8926EX","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv22_RETvar_CT_TKAP_FTD_00143.png?v=1784296321"},{"product_id":"foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026","title":"[FOIL]ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 TYLER KIRKHAM EXCLUSIVE BATTLE DAMAGED DEATHSTROKE VIRGIN VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham — Battle Damaged Deathstroke, Foil Virgin (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is the foil virgin (no logo\/text, foil-enhanced) edition of Tyler Kirkham's \"Battle Damaged Deathstroke\" cover — the scarcest tier of this trade dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes a foil virgin variant more collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e It combines a limited-print no-text cover with a foil-stamped finish, typically the scarcest and most sought-after trade dress for a given cover art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eMiguel Mercado Cover (Glow-In-The-Dark)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443248218,"sku":"UC8673EX","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/FOIL_1.jpg?v=1784296321"},{"product_id":"foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026","title":"[FOIL] ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 STEPHEN SEGOVIA EXCLUSIVE VIRGIN VAR (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephen Segovia — Foil Virgin Variant (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Stephen Segovia foil virgin (no logo\/text, foil-enhanced) variant — the premium tier of this cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes a foil virgin variant more collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e It combines a limited-print no-text cover with a foil-stamped finish, typically the scarcest and most sought-after trade dress for a given cover art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443280986,"sku":"UC8894EX","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv22_RETvar_UNKNOWNCOMICS_SS_NTD_FOIL_0012FOILSTICKER.png?v=1784296321"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 TYLER KIRKHAM EXCLUSIVE BATTLE DAMAGED TWO-FACE VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham — Battle Damaged Two-Face (Unknown Comics exclusive trade dress)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is Tyler Kirkham's \"Battle Damaged Two-Face\" trade dress cover for Unknown Comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the \"Battle Damaged\" variant style?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham illustrates characters in torn, scorched costuming reflecting the Scarecrow arc's escalating conflict — a popular collector sub-line across recent Absolute Batman issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eMiguel Mercado Cover (Glow-In-The-Dark)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443346522,"sku":"UC8670EX","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/absolute_batman_21_tyler_kirkham_trade.png?v=1784296323"},{"product_id":"foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026","title":"[FOIL] ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 CREEES EXCLUSIVE VIRGIN VAR (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creees — Foil Virgin Variant (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Creees foil virgin (no logo\/text, foil-enhanced) variant — the premium tier of this cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes a foil virgin variant more collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e It combines a limited-print no-text cover with a foil-stamped finish, typically the scarcest and most sought-after trade dress for a given cover art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443412058,"sku":"UC8842EX","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv22_RETvar_UNKNOWNCOMICS_CREE_NTD_FOIL_00127STICKER_10772ecd-ca1f-4840-a639-70e5ab8b55e9.png?v=1784296323"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 EJIKURE EXCLUSIVE VIRGIN VAR (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ejikure — Virgin Variant (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Ejikure virgin (no logo\/text) variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"virgin variant\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e A virgin cover has no logos, text, or trade dress — just the full artwork, which is why virgin variants typically command a premium over the standard trade dress printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443477594,"sku":"UC8838EX","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/virgin_deecc874-48f0-4ea1-a481-7ecf3c2388b6.png?v=1784296323"},{"product_id":"foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026","title":"[FOIL] ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 STEPHEN SEGOVIA EXCLUSIVE VIRGIN VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephen Segovia — Foil Virgin Variant (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is the foil virgin (no logo\/text, foil-enhanced) cover — the premium tier of the Stephen Segovia trade dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes a foil virgin variant more collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e It combines a limited-print no-text cover with a foil-stamped finish, typically the scarcest trade dress for a given cover art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eMiguel Mercado Cover (Glow-In-The-Dark)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443674202,"sku":"UC8646EX","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/segoviaAB_21_MOCKFOIL.jpg?v=1784296326"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 STEPHEN SEGOVIA EXCLUSIVE VIRGIN VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephen Segovia — Virgin Variant (Unknown Comics exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Stephen Segovia virgin (no logo\/text) cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"virgin variant\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e A virgin cover has no logos, text, or trade dress — just the full artwork, which is why virgin variants typically command a premium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eMiguel Mercado Cover (Glow-In-The-Dark)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443706970,"sku":"UC8645EX","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/segoviaAB_21_MOCKVIRGIN_0b555593-a1c0-42c5-90c4-38290cc69e52.jpg?v=1784296326"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-var-07-08-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 CREEES EXCLUSIVE VAR (07\/08\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #22 is the best-selling comic book in North America for July 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranking #1 on both the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart by units and by dollars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werther Dell Edera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creees (Unknown Comics exclusive trade dress)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 8, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units \u0026amp; dollars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Harley Quinn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is finally revealed. How does Harley connect to Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings into birds of prey? More than one predator answers the call in this issue — a pivotal chapter in Scott Snyder's reinvention of the Dark Knight for the Absolute Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has been the breakout hit of DC's Absolute Universe line since its October 2024 launch, and #22 is the arc where the line's version of Harley Quinn steps into the light for the first time. This is the Unknown Comics exclusive Creees trade dress variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Absolute Batman #22 a key issue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's the reveal of the Absolute Universe's Harley Quinn origin, tying together the Robins\/Ark M storyline building across the \"Absolute\" line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to read the earlier issues first?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman reads best from #1, but #22 stands as a self-contained origin spotlight within the ongoing \"Scarecrow's Reign of Terror\" arc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*All street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*We guarantee 9.2+ condition of book unless otherwise stated. We can not guarantee 9.8 grades on raw books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #22 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-ejikure-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eEjikure Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-creees-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eCreees Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-virgin-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-22-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-joker-battle-damaged-07-08-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Joker Battle Damaged) Cover (Foil)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue is a direct follow-up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/a\u003e, which sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline this issue pays off. See the full run in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/absolute-batman\"\u003eAbsolute Batman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Comic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43669443805274,"sku":"UC8840EX","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/3359\/4458\/files\/ABS_BM_Cv22_RETvar_UNKNOWNCOMICS_CREE_FTD_00165-2_1_80cf0566-c9a0-4e7a-9709-e2d4734f05a1.png?v=1784296328"},{"product_id":"absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-var-06-17-2026","title":"ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 TYLER KIRKHAM EXCLUSIVE BATTLE DAMAGED DEATHSTROKE VAR (06\/17\/2026)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdirect\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Batman #21\u003c\/strong\u003e (current printing) landed at #29 on the ICv2\/ComicHub Top 50 Comics chart for July 2026 — one of only two Absolute Universe books to chart in the units Top 30 that month.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pquickfacts\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute Batman (2024–), issue #21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Comics, Absolute Universe imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scott Snyder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Dragotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham — Battle Damaged Deathstroke (Unknown Comics exclusive trade dress)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreet date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSales rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e #29, ICv2 Top 50 Comics — July 2026 (units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdesc\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScarecrow's Reign of Terror Continues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriends become enemies. Enemies become friends. Final forms are revealed, and Scarecrow's reign of terror threatens to upend everything in Gotham. A pivotal turn in Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pwhybuy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Are Buying This Issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolute Batman has consistently outsold mainstream DC and Marvel monthlies since launch, and #21 is a direct lead-in to the Harley Quinn origin revealed in #22 — the series' current #1 best-selling issue. This is Tyler Kirkham's \"Battle Damaged Deathstroke\" trade dress cover for Unknown Comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pfaq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get #21 before #22?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — #21 sets up the Scarecrow\/Robins storyline that pays off directly in #22's Harley Quinn origin reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the \"Battle Damaged\" variant style?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tyler Kirkham illustrates characters in torn, scorched costuming reflecting the Scarecrow arc's escalating conflict — a popular collector sub-line across recent Absolute Batman issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed 9.2+ condition unless otherwise stated. Street dates and art are subject to change by publishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"pcrosslinks\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available: Absolute Batman #21 Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-stephen-segovia-exclusive-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eStephen Segovia Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foil-absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-two-face-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Two-Face) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilabsolute-batman-21-tyler-kirkham-exclusive-battle-damaged-deathstroke-virgin-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eTyler Kirkham (Deathstroke) Cover (Foil Virgin)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-in-the-dark-absolute-batman-21-miguel-mercado-exclusive-var-06-17-2026\"\u003eMiguel Mercado Cover (Glow-In-The-Dark)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinues directly in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/absolute-batman-22-stephen-segovia-exclusive-var-07-08-2026\"\u003eAbsolute Batman #22\u003c\/a\u003e, the Harley Quinn origin issue and the #1 best-selling comic in America for July 2026. 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