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SCOOP: Jim Lee's Absolute Batman, Superman & Wonder Woman Dustjackets

Absolute Batman, Absolute Superman and Absolute Wonder Woman Hardcovers get Jim Lee Dustjackets for Free Comic Book Day 2026

DC Comics is going to be issuing new hardcovers of the Absolute line with Jim Lee-designed dustjacket covers, made available in comic book stores for  Free Comic Book Day 2026. Those won't be free, of course, but they might appeal to the footfall that Free Comic Book Day can bring. $24.99 each, they have an FOC for the 2nd of February for retailers to order them in, and will go on sale on Free Comic Book Day, Saturday, the 2nd of May, 2026.

• Absolute Superman Vol. 1: Last Dust of Krypton: FCBD Exclusive Dust Jacket by Jim Lee
  Written by Jason Aaron
  Art by Rafa Sandoval
  ISBN: 9781799517115

• Absolute Batman Vol. 1: The Zoo: FCBD Exclusive Dust Jacket by Jim Lee
  Written by Scott Snyder
  Art by Nick Dragotta
  ISBN: 9781799517092

• Absolute Wonder Woman Vol. 1: The Last Amazon: FCBD Exclusive Dust Jacket by Jim Lee
  Written by Kelly Thompson
  Art by Hayden Sherman
  ISBN: 9781799517108

DC Comics doesn't have any Absolute Universe content in their Free Comic Book Day offerings and has pulled back to only offer reprint material this year.

• DC NEXT LEVEL FCBD 2026 SAMPLER
  From the bold minds behind DC ALL IN comes DC NEXT LEVEL, a groundbreaking publishing initiative led by comics superstars Scott Snyder and Joshua Williamson. This sampler offers fans an exclusive first look at the next wave of DC storytelling—talent driven, character-focused, and packed with fresh perspectives. Inside are previews of three explosive new series that redefine iconic characters for a new era: BATWOMAN #1 – Acclaimed writer Greg Rucka returns to the hero he helped define, teaming with visionary artist DaNi to chart a daring new mission for Kate Kane. LOBO #1 – The Eisner-nominated duo Skottie Young and Jorge Corona take the Main Man on a blood-soaked, universe-shattering ride from the aftermath of DC K.O. to the Source Wall. DEATHSTROKE: THE TERMINATOR #1 – Writer Tony Fleecs (Stray Dogs) and artist Carmine Di Giandomenico (The Flash) unleash Slade Wilson in a brutal saga of violence, betrayal, and survival. This is your gateway to DC ALL IN Act II—a bold new era of storytelling that pushes the boundaries of the DC Universe. Don't miss this FCBD exclusive.
• AQUAMANATEE #1 FCBD 2026 SPECIAL EDITION
  From Ben Clanton, the beloved creator of Narwhal and Jelly, comes a hilarious and heartfelt new hero for the DC Universe! Meet Marlow the Manatee—he's sleepy, snacky, and a little… gassy. Definitely not your typical DC Super Hero. But when a twist of fate gives Marlow incredible powers and a chance to team up with his idol Aquaman, his dreams of adventure suddenly become reality. Can this bumbling, big-hearted manatee rise to the occasion and save the day—or will his awkward antics sink the mission before it starts? This FCBD special edition features the first chapter of the original graphic novel that's making waves with readers of all ages. Packed with humor, heart, and underwater heroics, AQUAMANATEE is the perfect splash for fans of Narwhal and Jelly, Dog Man, and the DC Universe!
• DC X SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #1 FCBD 2026 SPECIAL EDITION
  It's the team-up you never saw coming—and will never forget! When the tyrannical Darkseid breaches dimensions in search of ultimate power, his conquest leads straight to the world of Sonic the Hedgehog. Sonic and his friends have faced mad scientists and ancient spirits, but the forces of Apokolips may be more than they can handle alone. Enter the Justice League! Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the fastest hero alive—The Flash—join Sonic in a race against cosmic annihilation. Can speed and strength stop the god of evil before two worlds fall? This Free Comic Book Day special edition kicks off an epic crossover event from writer Ian Flynn and artist Adam Bryce Thomas, with a stunning cover by Pablo M. Collar. Packed with action, surprises, and fan-favorite characters, this is one collision of universes you don't want to miss!
• THE NICE HOUSE ON THE LAKE #1 FCBD 2026 SPECIAL EDITION
  Your Invitation to Horror's Most Acclaimed Series Starts Here! From James Tynion IV, the visionary creator behind Something Is Killing the Children and The Department of Truth, and artist Álvaro Martínez Bueno, comes the Eisner Award-winning series that redefined modern horror. Everyone who was invited to the house knows Walter—well, they know him a little. Childhood friends, recent acquaintances… Walter's always been a little off. But after the hardest year of their lives, who could resist his offer? A week in a stunning house in the woods, overlooking a serene lake. It's beautiful. It's private. It's perfect. Sure, Walter has his quirks—his odd nicknames, his strange little games—but what's a few eccentricities compared to the vacation of a lifetime? A chance to reconnect, to escape, to breathe. Wouldn't that be… nice? This FCBD special edition gives you the first issue of the critically acclaimed, best-selling series that everyone is talking about. Sample the beginning—and then binge to catch-up on the rest of the series!

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