Absolute Batman #1

Premiere issue of an ongoing series in the Absolute Universe, a dimension built on Darkseid energy. Introduction of Alfred Pennyworth, an M16 agent. Introduction of Black Mask. Introduction of Waylon Jones, Killer Crock in the mainstream universe. Introduction of Martha Wayne, Commissioner Gordon, Barbara Gordon, Harvey Bullock. Introduction of Selina Kyle, Oswald Cobblepot, Edward Nygma, Harvey Dent - as children in a photograph. Introduction of Matches Malone. Introduction of Joker, first cameo appearance. Introduction of Julia Pennyworth, cameo appearance. Introduction and death of Thomas Wayne. 1st team appearance of the Party Animals, led by Black Mask.

2nd Print. NM. 9.6+ candidate