Overview

• Released on October 1, 2025, the Al Ewing and Giuseppe Camuncoli issue formalizes a new ruling team of marquee villains within DC’s Absolute line.
• The narrative reimagines established heroes under authoritarian structures, depicting Hawkman as a government-controlled enforcer.
• Lex Luthor is positioned as an influential entrant in the Absolute continuity, setting up broader cross-title ramifications.
• ComicBook.com highlights the introduction of Absolute versions of Green Arrow and Hawkman and outlines a bleak trajectory villains seek for Superman.
• Coverage reports DC indicates the Absolute Green Arrow mantle will continue despite recent events, with speculation suggesting Roy Harper as a possible successor.