NEW COMICS 4 THIS WEEK (10/01/25)
*All comics will be rated on a scale from 1 to 10*
Absoulte Evil # 1 
Absolute Green Lantern # 7 
Absolute Superman # 12
Amazing Spider-Man # 13
Batman # 2 
Good Devils Don’t Play Fair With Evil (One-Shot)
Masters Of The Universe: Andra (One-Shot)
Marvel/DC: Spider-Boy # 1 (Facsimile Edition)
The Rocketfellers # 9
Rook Exodus # 7
Spider-Man Noir # 1 
X-Men: Age of Revelation: Overture # 1
Absolute Evil # 1 – The most dangerous and polarizing villains in the Absolute Universe—Veronica Cale, Ra’s al Ghul, Hector Hammond, Elenore Thawne, and Joker—join forces to confront the surge of numerous heroes. This one-shot connects many plot threads within the Absolute titles, hinting at something significant to come. From the outlook of this issue, it doesn’t bode well for the heroes. The story mainly focuses on Hawkman being tasked with eliminating a hero considered a ” commie rat,” while some Justice Society of America members are depicted as dark and corrupt—far from their usual heroic nature. We also get a glimpse of Absolute Green Arrow, who, in this universe, is wealthy and has his own “Arrow Cave,” reminiscent of Batman. Although his appearance seems bizarre at first, it’s explained throughout the issue (**NO SPOILERS**). Absolute Evil serves as a solid build-up with potential payoffs in the future, and the villains are portrayed in a horrifying new light. Al Ewing delivers a compelling tale of evil with intense dialogue, but it’s bogged down by excessive exposition, making the plot feel crowded. This undermines the excitement and the promised “everything will change” theme that DC hinted at, which feels somewhat lacking. The entire setup, mostly villains gathered in a room, doesn’t come across as explosive—except for Hawkman’s brief appearances and the debut of an established character in the Absolute Universe. Still, it remains an interesting chapter that anyone can look at and then move on from.
Batman # 2– This issue centers on Robin (Tim Drake), who is caught in the crossfire of the GCPD under the leadership of Commissioner Vandal Savage. Matt Fraction and Jorge Jimenez deliver another strong installment, reuniting Batman and Tim and reminding readers why Batman needs a Robin. By bringing both Damian and Tim into the story, the creative team reinforces what makes each Robin unique, while illustrating Tim’s growth during his time as the Teen Wonder. The series emphasizes both Bruce’s and Tim’s strengths and their deep, effective teamwork—qualities it has not highlighted in a while. While some story beats may feel familiar, the strong action and well-placed flashbacks help make this a welcome return for fans of the Batman/Tim Drake dynamic. The issue ends on a cliffhanger, leaving readers eager for the next chapter, thanks to the consistently outstanding quality of the title.
Good Devils Don’t Play Fair With Evil (One-Shot)- Nick Dragotta teams with writer David Brothers for this one-shot, which collects three previously self-published short stories, including a look at who will rule the roost in the post-apocalypse. Will the greatest boxer alive actually live up to his self-proclaimed legend? And just who will survive in America? The three stories may tend to suffer from being fast-paced, which offers plenty of high-octane action with no filter whatsoever, but it does great when it comes to displaying Dragotta’s art that has that moody manga feel to it that fans gravitate towards, especially if you’re a fan of his work on “Absolute Batman.” David Brothers’ scripting equally matches the intensity of Dragotta’s art, highlighting their strong collaboration and elevating the stories’ high-stakes energy. Ultimately, this one-shot stands as a showcase for dynamic storytelling, leaving readers eager for more from this creative team.
Marvel/DC: Spider-Boy # 1 (Facsimile Edition)- Remember the “DC vs. Marvel/Marvel Vs. DC” series from 1995-96, where the characters merged to form the Amalgam Universe? Both Marvel and DC published several titles under the Amalgam imprint. Spider-Boy—a mixture of Spider-Man and the Kon-El version of Superboy—was considered the crown jewel of its time. This was mainly due to the amazing work by Karl Kesel, who blended Spider-Man and Superboy’s worlds into a cohesive, creative story. Mike Wieringo’s art brought wonderful detail, showing that some 1990s comics were more than just cheap gimmicks and odd facial expressions. His work added a charming yet effective feel to this issue. (It should be noted that this is the issue that got Wieringo the job as regular penciller of “Sensational Spider-Man” during that time.) The Amalgam Universe may have its critics, but Spider-Boy proves that comics from the ’90s weren’t all bad. This should be in anyone’s collection, even if it’s not a fan-favorite.
Spider-Man Noir # 1– The coolest character from the “Spider-Verse” movies returns to his own series, coming just ahead of his Amazon Prime show. The story begins with Noir taking on the Scorpion Gang. After his recent Spider-Verse adventures and splitting from Mary Jane Watson, he gets involved in a case surrounding the death of Gwen Stacy’s father, George Stacy. This premise gives a pleasant twist to the Peter Parker/Gwen Stacy dynamic that hasn’t been seen before. That’s all thanks to Erik Larsen, by far the biggest draw for this series. Larsen previously wrote and illustrated many Spider-Man stories throughout the 1990s. Larsen immediately immerses readers in the world of Spider-Man Noir, constructing his story with crisp 1930s dialogue and the classic private eye feel. This ups the ante of the timeless era. He does a good job highlighting Noir’s dimension-setting adventures and showing how they’ve impacted his life. Andrea Broccardo’s art wonderfully complements Larsen’s writing. He captures the essence of Spider-Man while putting his own brilliant stamp on the story. Overall, this opening issue brings a strong hard-boiled detective vibe from the 1930s. The case Noir works on unfolds as a mystery that pays homage to the 616 Spider-Man era and adds a unique flair. For now, Spider-Man Noir is off to a great start.
Well, that’s it for me. Thanks for sticking around, and I look forward to seeing you next time.
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