It’s the last day before the showdown, and both Harvey and Trish have to face some hard truths. For Trish, she is starting to see that her brother may not have been the perfect young man she thought he was. For Harvey, it’s that there isn’t as much in his life to settle as he thought there might be. And for both, it’s the very real fact that the town they call home has very little regard for either of them. This penultimate issue sets up everything before the real final showdown begins.
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THE X-VIRUS UNLEASHED! The X-Men and 3K. Each steered by an original heir of Xavier, each with their own vision for the mutant people. Each at one another’s throats. Cyclops and the Chairman both experienced the future of the Age of Revelation and came home with a renewed mission: The X-Men to prevent that future. 3K to own it. While the X-Men seek out the Fantastic Four to help save one of their own, the White Beast begins his plan to unleash the X-Virus in a major population area! EVOLUTION IS CONTAGIOUS! DNX #1 is the start of the next X-event with Cyclop’s X-Men and the Fantastic Four clashing with the Chairman and 3K.
It’s been a little over a year since 3K’s X-Men were first introduced and a little over two years since this volume of X-Men began. DNX #1 feels like the beginning of the payoff for those who have stuck through the series which has delivered some rather intriguing twists and turns. It’s also the follow of to the “Age of Revelation” storyline that jumped the series ten years into the future where mutants dominate and a virus runs loose. That storyline had Cyclops and the Chairman return to the current time with knowledge of what’s to come. One is determined to prevent it while the other is determined to see it through. It’s yet another alternate timeline type story where someone needs to prevent it from occurring. But, there’s something intriguing about this as in some ways it gets to the roots of the X-Men.
Written by Jed MacKay, the story pits Cyclops’ duty against the Chairman’s vision. One wants to bring about mutant dominance while the other wants to protect mutants as well as humanity. The basic plot feels very much like the classic split of vision between Professor X and Magneto, one wanting peace and coexistence while the other wants militant domination. It’s also a clear shift from the recent Krakoan Age which saw mutants more as nationalists manipulating the world in many ways.
What’s solid about the issue is it feels like a bit of a throwback in some ways. Cyclops’ team really works as a team, each bringing their strengths to help the whole. Quentin Quire’s way of finding 3K’s cloaked ship is particularly cool and shows a use of the team’s mutant powers for more than just blunt force. Once confronting 3K’s X-Men, there’s also more than just the usual bash showing off the experience of the team as well. But that unity of a team and experience is in stark contrast to the Chairman and 3K who are unable to peacefully work together. MacKay keeps things shaky where readers have no idea who they can trust when it comes to the villains.
The inclusion of the Fantastic Four adds to the story as well. Having Beast work with Mr. Fantastic not only keeps the X-Men’s abilities in check (Beast can’t solve his problem) but it also allows for a morality debate about how to proceed. But, as we’ve seen elsewhere, it’s Sue Storm who really steps up showing she’s a badass leader who gets shit done (and makes us want to see MacKay take on the FF more).
The art by Federico Vicentini is pretty solid. With color by David Curiel and lettering by Clayton Cowles, the art is engaging and interesting. The issue’s visuals are able to shift from a debate between two characters to an outright brawl. Where things really stand out with DNX #1‘s art is its ability to deliver the tension and uncertainty during certain scenes. 3K unsure if they’re about to be killed by the Chairman creates a certain paranoia that the art is able to depict perfectly.
DNX #1 is for those truly invested in the current X-Men storyline. It continues a story that began some time ago and is a continuation of the reveals in the “Age of Revelation.” New readers might enjoy it, the team does a good job and making it new reader friendly, but the interesting details might be lost. Overall, not a bad start to an event that has us interested in seeing how it plays out.
Six actors built America’s favorite sitcom. Millions tuned in. Billboards lit the skyline. Then one of them died . . .
A beloved cast member of a hit ensemble sitcom dies under mysterious circumstances, sending shockwaves through Hollywood and revealing the secrets, betrayals, and desires lurking beneath the glittering facade. As the surviving cast members confront their past; old rivalries and hidden truths emerge and the line between life and performance begins to blur.
Story: Tom King Art: Gabriel Hernandez Walta Color: Jordie Bellaire Letterer: Clayton Cowles
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Robin’s successfully infiltrated the gang of kids terrorizing Gotham. In order to gather intel, he’ll need to get even closer and prove his worth to the person in charge of this group. But will Robin have to break Batman’s code in order to do it?
Story: Mark Waid Art: Chris Samnee Color: Mat Lopes Letterer: Clayton Cowles with Chris Samnee
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(W) Gail Simone (A) Luciano Vecchio (C) Matt Wilson (L) Clayton Cowles (CA) Luciano Vecchio, Mattia Iacono (VCA) Alex Ross, Kendrick “Kunkka” Lim, Ivan Shavrin
WILD RIDE, PART THREE! An X-MAN faces a terrifying transformation. and the CURE may be worse than the disease! Who or WHAT is REPENT. and why are they the LAST HOPE of a beloved mutant? Meanwhile, the newly formed UNCANNY X-MEN learn of a dark connection between their recent foes, one that may involve one of the OUTLIERS’ deepest secrets!
Celebrate this Batman Day with Batman of Two Worlds, a one-shot comic book debuting globally on September 19, 2026. Available for $2.99 US at participating comic book shops worldwide, Batman of Two Worlds is the centerpiece of Batman Day 2026, a global, multi-platform event that invites fans of all ages to visit their local comics shop, discover new stories, and share their passion for DC’s Caped Crusader together.
Featuring all-new Batman and Absolute Batman stories in a single comic book, Batman of Two Worlds showcases two distinct visions of Gotham City’s protector and demonstrates why there has never been a more exciting time to be a Batman fan.
TWO ICONIC WORLDS. ONE HISTORIC EVENT.
Two worlds. One legendary hero. Batman of Two Worlds features an all-new Batman story by writer Matt Fraction and artist Javi Fernández, with colors by Tomeu Morey and letters by Clayton Cowles, alongside an all-new Absolute Batman story by writer Scott Snyder and artist Nick Derington, with colors by Frank Martin and letters by Tom Napolitano, celebrating the versatility of the World’s Greatest Detective. From the streets of Gotham City to the bold new landscape of the Absolute Universe, each story offers a unique perspective on Batman’s unwavering pursuit of justice. DC’s Batman of Two Worlds cover is by Jorge Jiménez, Nick Dragotta, and Frank Martin.
Writer: Tom King Artist: Gabriel Hernandez Walta Colorist: Jordie Bellaire Letterer: Clayton Cowles Cover artist: Gabriel Hernandez Walta
Six actors built America’s favorite sitcom. Millions tuned in. Billboards lit the skyline. Then one of them died . . .
A beloved cast member of a hit ensemble sitcom dies under mysterious circumstances, sending shockwaves through Hollywood and revealing the secrets, betrayals, and desires lurking beneath the glittering facade. As the surviving cast members confront their past; old rivalries and hidden truths emerge and the line between life and performance begins to blur.
Tom King, Gabriel Hernández Walta, and Jordie Bellaire—creators of the Eisner Award-winning The Vision—deliver a brutal Hollywood noir: a story about grief, ambition, and the lies we tell to keep the show alive.
From Eisner award-winning best-selling author of Helen of Wyndhorn, The Human Target, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, Love Everlasting, Mister Miracle, The Vision, The Sheriff of Babylon!
Celebrate this Batman Day with Batman of Two Worlds, a one-shot comic book debuting globally on September 19, 2026. Available for $2.99 US at participating comic book shops worldwide, Batman of Two Worlds is the centerpiece of Batman Day 2026, a global, multi-platform event that invites fans of all ages to visit their local comics shop, discover new stories, and share their passion for DC’s Caped Crusader together.
Featuring all-new Batman and Absolute Batman stories in a single comic book, Batman of Two Worlds showcases two distinct visions of Gotham City’s protector and demonstrates why there has never been a more exciting time to be a Batman fan.
TWO ICONIC WORLDS. ONE HISTORIC EVENT.
Two worlds. One legendary hero. Batman of Two Worlds features an all-new Batman story by writer Matt Fraction and artist Javi Fernández, with colors by Tomeu Morey and letters by Clayton Cowles, alongside an all-new Absolute Batman story by writer Scott Snyder and artist Nick Derington, with colors by Frank Martin and letters by Tom Napolitano, celebrating the versatility of the World’s Greatest Detective. From the streets of Gotham City to the bold new landscape of the Absolute Universe, each story offers a unique perspective on Batman’s unwavering pursuit of justice. DC’s Batman of Two Worlds cover is by Jorge Jiménez, Nick Dragotta, and Frank Martin.
FOUR UNIQUE BATMAN MASKS
Available at participating local comics shops globally on Batman Day will be paper masks featuring Batman, Absolute Batman, Hush Batman, and Dark Knight Returns Batman. All four masks are by Ryan Sook, drawn in the styles of Jorge Jiménez, Nick Dragotta, Jim Lee, and Frank Miller respectively. Batman Day activities vary by retailer, so ask your local comics shop about masks, promotions, costumes, and other ways to celebrate.
FIVE NEW HARDCOVERS
Batman fans can also celebrate Batman Day with five major hardcover releases, available at a participating comic book shop near you:
Batman Vol. 1: Daylight(HC, $29.99 US) by Matt Fraction and Jorge Jiménez, with a new Batman Day cover by Jiménez paying homage to Absolute Batman #1’s cover by Nick Dragotta
Batman ’89(HC, $29.99 US) by Sam Hamm and Joe Quinones, with a Batman Day exclusive dust jacket with artwork from the 1989 Batman movie and a digital code for the film
Batman: H2SH Volume One(HC, $29.99 US) by Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Deluxe Edition (HC, $44.99 US) by Frank Miller, with a new cover by Raymond Swanland featuring artwork from the animated adaptations and a digital code for the animated movies
Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham – The Deluxe Edition (HC, $34.99 US) by Rafael Grampá
Batman: H2SH Volume One will be published day-and-date globally with publishing partners in Argentina (OVNI), Bulgaria (Pro Books), Brazil (Panini), Germany (Panini), Italy (Panini), Poland (Story House Egmont), and Finland (Egmont Kustannus). Additional international releases will include the Czech Republic (Crew) and more.
DCUI is also partnering with WB Games to offer members free Batcave Props in LEGO® Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Connecting your DCUI account with any subscription tier (Free, Standard or Ultra) to your WB Games account will get you a Comic Rack Batcave Prop. Premium DCUI subscribers (Standard, Ultra or Free Trial) will receive an additional Jarro Batcave Prop!
If you’re not already a DCUI member, take advantage of DC’s special Batman Day offer and claim a 30-day Free Trial to the Ultra Monthly plan! DCUI is not available in all countries and is not intended for children. For more information, visit DCUniverseInfinite.com or DC.com/batman.
THOUSANDS OF COMICS SHOPS AROUND THE WORLD
Comic book shops, bookstores, publishers, and retail partners across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Japan are bringing Batman Day to life with creator signings, cosplay contests, giveaways, retailer-exclusive merchandise, charity initiatives, special guests, and fan activities throughout the day.
San Antonio — Heroes & Fantasies (San Antonio, TX) will host Batman cosplay photo opportunities, local artists, Batman Day giveaways, and fundraising activities benefiting ComicBooks For Kids!
Austin — Dragon’s Lair Comics & Fantasy (Austin, TX) will feature a celebrity signing with Patricia Peters, Michelle Pfeiffer’s stunt double from Batman Returns, along with cosplay photo opportunities and a Tim Burton Batmobile replica.
Savannah — Neighborhood Comics (Savannah, GA) will host a Gotham cosplay contest with prizes for fans.
Buenos Aires — OVNI Press will celebrate Batman Day with a free nighttime costume party featuring cosplay contests, prizes, music, and Batman-themed activities.
Italy — Panini Comics Italy will support participating shops across the country with Batman of Two Worlds comics, collectible masks, pin sets, and Batman-themed promotional items, highlighted by a signing appearance from Corrado Roi in Milan.
Brazil — Panini Brasil will celebrate Batman Day with exclusive events, influencer activities, special releases, and appearances by artist Alex Shibao.
Gotham City’s new mayor, Pamela Isley, deserted by her allies both political and arcane, is about to make a last-ditch power play that will leave Gotham decimated by daylight. Having already declared war on the Bat-Family and flooded the streets with his private, paramilitarized police army, Police Commissioner Vandal Savage sees an opportunity to solve two problems at once. Storylines converge in Batman: Bad Seeds, a Gotham City. Its an event spanning one long, dark night in Gotham. It threatens to turn the entire city into a hostile world of prehistoric plant life unlike anything on Earth for millennia, at a time when its greatest heroes are hunted and in hiding. As the sun goes down and Gotham loses power. Plunging the city into darkness. Batman: Bad Seeds – Sunset is an opening chapter that shows the only thing scarier than the night just might be the morning sun…
Written by Matt Fraction and G. Willow Wilson, Batman: Bad Seeds – Sunset kicks off the next event for the Batman line. it pays off stories and issues that have played out for months. Pamela Isley, aka Poison Ivy, is Mayor of Gotham. Vandal Savage is the Police Commissioner. The Bat-family is back being hated and more towards the vigilante aspect that they dip their toes in to. For those that have been reading Wilson’s Poison Ivy, you’ve gotten a sense that Isley has actually been trying to do good but keeps running into the corruption and rot at the heart of Gotham. Savage, on the other hand, has been clearly up to something that has played out through multiple series. Together, these plans and “politicians” are going to clash as Isley doesn’t see a path to the future she longs for without resorting to her former villainous ways.
Batman: Bad Seeds – Sunset is an interesting start. Isley cuts a deal with the Parliament of Trees to give them Gotham in exchange for her safety. The result is a concept that works only in comics. A quickly changing environment directly impacts Gotham and will make it uninhabitable for people. The plants take over and again devastate the city. It’s much like what mother nature has done before in the classic “No Man’s Land” storyline. This issue shares more than just the destruction of Gotham but also some visual concepts. Maps of Gotham pre and post devastation give an idea of the changes. Unlike “No Man’s Land,” this story is a much more condense timeline playing out in a shorter period, a day. But the impact is just as deadly and on a similar scale.
The intro issue does a solid job in that it catches readers up while also balancing a lot of characters. Each member of the Bat-family gets their moment, teasing what’s to come for each. There’s also some surprising appearances and direction for characters. But, that’s a double-edge sword. There’s a few characters that might be unfamiliar those just tuning in. For the most part none of that impacts the story or issue directly. It might just leave new readers wondering who these characters are.
But beyond disaster story, Batman: Bad Seeds – Sunset also des a good job of some biting commentary. There’s of course the direct moment about corruption being in the way of progress but also some small moments like surge pricing during a disaster, a real world thing.
The art is solid. Giuseppe Camuncoli, Cliff Rathburn, Tomeu Morey handle the art with Clayton Cowles on the lettering. And the comic looks great as mother nature takes over Gotham, quickly enveloping it and smothering the classic brooding architecture with plant life that still makes the city look ominous. The members of the Bat-family look shaken and caught off guard. Isley bounces from frustration to madness with a look that screams she’s gone over the edge. Savage attempts to look strong but comes off as weak as the scale of what’s going on literally dwarfs him.
Batman: Bad Seeds – Sunset is a great start to the event that new readers can dive into but also pays off for long time readers of the current Batman storylines. It has a lot of interesting concepts and blends sci-fi, horror, political thriller, and good ole-fashioned superhero action. This feels like an event to check out that might go down as a modern classic that’ll reverberate for years to come.
Story: Matt Fraction, G. Willow Wilson Layouts: Giuseppe Camuncoli Finishes: Cliff Rathburn Color: Tomeu Morey Letterer: Clayton Cowles Story: 8.25 Art: 8.25 Overall: 8.25 Recommendation: Buy
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