Absolute Batman #17 (DC Comics, 2026)
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Absolute Batman #17 (April 2026) published by DC Comics, titled "The Seventh Kingdom - Part 1". Batman battles a crazy plant-woman using two chainsaw arms and lots of screaming.
Absolute Batman #17 Story Summary
Flashback... a young girl's mother is sick.
Flash forward. Police officers are being eaten by plants in a strange building.
Batman dives in with two chainsaw arms as Pennyworth monitors. Batman engages horrible plant monster zombie people things.
Is this Poison Ivy? It must be Poison Ivy. Readers are treated to Poison Ivy's backstory while Batman rages against plant monsters with chainsaw arms. His mask is removed, but he keeps fighting by using his cape as protection. Batman climbs his way to the top of a building filled with murder-plants and spores and eventually confronts the end boss. Poison Ivy.
Using a flamethrower, Batman lights everything on fire, but it doesn't stop them.
Poison Ivy has a bad hair day. A very bad hair day.
Absolute Batman #17 Creative Team
- Writer: Scott Snyder
- Artist: Eric Canete
- Colorist: Frank Martin
- Letterer: Clayton Cowles
- Editor: Katie Kubert
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Absolute Batman #17 FAQ
What happens in Absolute Batman #17?
In Absolute Batman #17, the Gotham crisis escalates as Ivy undergoes a catastrophic transformation following the fire that destroyed her human body. Batman races across the city trying to contain the spreading spores while uncovering the truth behind Ivy’s condition. Flashbacks reveal the tragedy that shaped her fate, including the role of her mother, Dr. Isley. The issue ends with Ivy emerging in her monstrous new form, setting the stage for the explosive confrontation in issue #18.
Who are the main characters in Absolute Batman #17?
The main characters in Absolute Batman #17 include Batman, Ivy (before and during her transformation), Alfred Pennyworth, Mr. Gordon, and Mrs. Wayne.
Who is the villain in Absolute Batman #17?
The primary antagonist is Ivy, whose transformation and uncontrolled spores threaten Gotham. Though not yet fully mutated as in issue #18, her powers and emotional turmoil drive the conflict.
When was Absolute Batman #17 released?
DC Comics released Absolute Batman #17 in April 2026, one month before issue #18.
Who created Absolute Batman #17?
Absolute Batman #17 was created by:
- Writer: Scott Snyder
- Artist: Eric Canete
- Colorist: Frank Martin
- Letterer: Clayton Cowles
- Editor: Katie Kubert
Is Absolute Batman #17 a good comic?
Yes. Absolute Batman #17 delivers a tense, atmospheric buildup to the Ivy storyline, blending emotional flashbacks with rising horror elements. The artwork is sharp and expressive, and the issue sets up the dramatic stakes that explode in issue #18.
Is Absolute Batman #17 important to the series?
Absolutely. This issue establishes Ivy’s tragic origin, reveals the circumstances behind her transformation, and introduces key mysteries that pay off in issue #18.
Do you need to read Absolute Batman #16 before issue #17?
Yes. Reading issue #16 provides essential emotional and narrative context. Ideally, readers should start with Absolute Batman #1 and read the rest of the series to understand the complex storyline and "Absolute" differences of the Absolute Batman series.
Is Absolute Batman #17 part of DC Comics?
Yes. Absolute Batman #17 is published by DC Comics as part of the ongoing Absolute Batman series.
What is Absolute Batman about?
The Absolute Batman series is a modern reimagining of Batman, placing familiar characters into new situations with reinterpreted backstories, darker themes, and a serialized mystery‑driven narrative.
Who created Batman?
Batman was originally created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger in 1939. Their foundational work shapes the modern reinterpretations seen in the Absolute Batman line.
What is the Absolute Batman series?
The Absolute Batman series is part of DC’s reimagined Absolute Universe, featuring Batman, Gotham, and a familiar supporting cast presented with new histories, new threats, and a bold visual style that distinguishes it from traditional continuity.
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