Mr. Freeze might help Batman defeat Poison Ivy. This week sees the release of the fourteenth issue of the ongoing Batman series, and the Dark Knight’s target has finally been revealed. As Ivy’s botanical creations spread across the city, Batman urgently needs to locate Mr. Freeze. The cold-blooded villain is far from pleased with the situation—and he may well be the key to stopping the rampaging villainess. Meanwhile, butler Verity Pennyworth is forced to defend the manor against attackers who have clearly underestimated exactly who they are dealing with. Batman’s stronghold turns into a battlefield in the dead of night, with dawn fast approaching. The comic hits shelves on October 7, 2026.

Judge Dredd is getting an "Absolute" makeover.

The iconic "Judge Dredd" comic is getting an alternative version—not within the pages of the "2000 AD" anthology, but in the fan-run magazine "Zarjaz". Titled "Total Judge Dredd", the project promises to present the legendary lawman in a more massive, brutal form—an "Absolute"-style treatment akin to DC Comics' prestige editions. This "Total" Dredd is no clone; he is a human being, which allows for the exploration of emotional connections with others. His uniform is more tactical and streamlined—gone are the shoulder pads, replaced by tattoos that reflect his personal sense of justice. Most importantly, he is not backed by the Justice Department; in fact, he is actively fighting against it.



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