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New Robins Hunt Batman Under Joker's Command in Absolute Batman #19

4/15/2026

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In Absolute Batman #19, Scott Snyder, the writer, and Nick Dragotta introduce a new team of Robins recruited by the Absolute Joker, wearing color-coded armor.
The roster includes Dick Grayson, Jason Todd, Tim Drake, Stephanie Brown, and Duke Thomas, while Damian Wayne is absent.
Under Joker's command, the Robins hunt Batman, and the issue begins a Scarecrow arc, with #20 releasing May 13.

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Story summary

In Absolute Batman #19, Scott Snyder, the writer, and Nick Dragotta introduce a new team of Robins recruited by the Absolute Joker, wearing color-coded armor.
The roster includes Dick Grayson, Jason Todd, Tim Drake, Stephanie Brown, and Duke Thomas, while Damian Wayne is absent.
Under Joker's command, the Robins hunt Batman, and the issue begins a Scarecrow arc, with #20 releasing May 13.