Absolute Batman: Dark Victory (2025 Edition)

A New York Times bestseller! For the first time in DC's premium Absolute format, writer Jeph Loeb and artist Tim Sale present the Dark Knight classic: Batman: Dark Victory. This edition collects BATMAN: DARK VICTORY #0–13 and continues the story from The Long Halloween.

It's early in Batman's career, when James Gordon, Harvey Dent, and the vigilante himself are still growing into their roles as Gotham's protectors. A city once ruled by organized crime is suddenly overrun by lawless "freaks" like Poison Ivy, Mr. Freeze, and the Joker. As Gotham undergoes its dark evolution, the Dark Knight completes his transformation into the city's greatest defender. He faces multiple threats — including the apparent return of a serial killer named Holiday. Batman's earlier investigations revealed that more than one person was responsible for the murders. The question remains: who is committing Holiday's crimes this time — and how many will die before Batman uncovers the truth?

• Collects the complete miniseries #0–13
• Sequel to The Long Halloween
• Early years of Batman, Gordon, and Dent in Gotham