Absolute Batman Artist Confirms He's Stepping Away From the Book, Explains Why

Image via DC Comics Published Sep 25, 2026, 3:40 PM EDT Patrik Walker is an Emmy Award–winning writer who covers all things Comics & Superheroes. His work can also be found at the Dallas Cowboys, The Sporting News, and CBS Sports, among other outlets. One of the most respected names in his field, he is also a diehard enthusiast of all things comics, anime, gaming and movies — thriving in spaces where discussions involving those or similar topics reign supreme. This thankfully won't mark (pun intended) the end of an era, but rather the pausing of one. The Absolute Batman universe has absolutely washed over the comics world, its unbridled popularity also leading to the upcoming release of an animated (read: anime) series that will undoubtedly push the limits just as the original comic series has with its groundbreaking art and storylines. But, at least for now, you can count out one of the top creators of Absolute Batman. Mark Brooks, one of the most celebrated artists in the comic book space, is turning his attention away from the iconic franchise he helped Scott Snyder and others to create and turn into the phenomenon it's become. Absolute Batman Artist Makes Shocking Announcem...