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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #26 Oct 25, 2025
8.5

Batman / Superman #26

By: Various
Released: May 31, 2006

Sam Loeb plots this standalone issue starring Robin and Superboy on an unbelievable adventure! You won't find a more star-packed issue, as over two dozen of today's top creators contribute including Geoff Johns, Joss Whedon, Jeph Loeb, John Cassaday, Ed McGuinness, Joe Madureira, Tim Sale and more!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #25 Oct 25, 2025
5.5

Batman / Superman #25

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness
Released: May 17, 2006

"With a Vengeance" comes to its shattering conclusion, where villains are revealed and answers to questions that go back to Issue #1 are laid bare. It's Supermen and Batmen versus Darkseid and Lex Luthor--while the mysterious puppet master plays them all. Talk about a crisis!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #24 Oct 25, 2025
6.5

Batman / Superman #24

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness
Released: Mar 29, 2006

The fate of the universe hangs in the balance unless the World's Finest Team--The Dark Damsel Detective and The Woman of Steel, that is--can stop it! There's nothing more incredible than the debut of Batwoman and Superwoman! Guest-starring Superlad! Well, maybe the Supergirls Squad!! Or the reveal of the villain behind it all and the death of a her...

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #23 Oct 25, 2025
6.5

Batman / Superman #23

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness
Released: Sep 28, 2005

Superman and Batman may have escaped the Maximums, but that doesn't stop those vengeance-seeking superheroes from starting a full-scale invasion of Earth - with everyone who's ever been a Maximum! And somehow this is all tied to Darkseid's fate!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #22 Oct 25, 2025
7.5

Batman / Superman #22

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness
Released: Sep 28, 2005

After revealing the mysterious puppet master who has sent the Maximums after Superman and Batman, the World's Finest make a daring escape! But they'll never escape alive when they come face to face with...themselves? It can't get more lethal than when they travel "All Across the Universes!" Plus...not introducing the startling Bizarro and Batzarro!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #21 Oct 25, 2025
7.5

Batman / Superman #21

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness
Released: Jul 27, 2005

Are Superman and Batman guilty of murder? The Maximums certainly think so--and where they come from, it's an eye for an eye! The battle of the century continues as The World's Finest duo takes on the super squad of avenging heroes--to the death!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #20 Oct 24, 2025
5.5

Batman / Superman #20

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness
Released: Jun 1, 2005

This issue kicks off the stunning 6-part "With a Vengeance," as Superman and Batman confront The Maximums! Can the World's Finest pair take on a squad of revenge-seeking Super-Heroes who are on the hunt for the murderer of one of their teammates? Things are sure to heat up fast, because the two people at the top of their suspect list are Batman and...

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #19 Oct 24, 2025
8.5

Batman / Superman #19

By: Jeph Loeb, Ian Churchill
Released: Apr 27, 2005

In this stand-alone story, now that Kara Zor-El has accepted her role as Supergirl, what will she do with it? And just how powerful is she? How will her life impact Batman and Superman? This issue is the starting point of an incredible journey that will lead to bigger things for Supergirl - hang on tight!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #18 Oct 24, 2025
6.5

Batman / Superman #18

By: Jeph Loeb, Carlos Pacheco
Released: Apr 6, 2005

Superman and Batman confront the super-villains who have ripped apart time and fight to restore balance to the universe. But what will be the ultimate cost to The Man of Steel and The Dark Knight?

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #17 Oct 24, 2025
7.0

Batman / Superman #17

By: Jeph Loeb, Carlos Pacheco
Released: Feb 2, 2005

In Part 4 of the 5-part "Absolute Power," Superman finds himself in a world without a Batman! What happened to Bruce Wayne? And how do Ra's Al Ghul, Sgt. Rock & Easy Company, and The Haunted Tank all fit into this?

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #16 Oct 24, 2025
7.0

Batman / Superman #16

By: Jeph Loeb, Carlos Pacheco
Released: Dec 29, 2004

Things heat up for the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight in Part 3 of the 5-part "Absolute Power!" Is there a world for Superman and Batman to rule, or have the hunted become the prey? Guest-starring unexpected arrivals from throughout the DCU!

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Ryan reviewed Batman / Superman #15 Oct 24, 2025
6.5

Not a great arc so far compared to the first 2

Batman / Superman #15

By: Jeph Loeb, Carlos Pacheco
Released: Dec 1, 2004

A resistance rises up against the tyranny of Superman and Batman in Part 2 of the 5-part "Absolute Power!" But will the super-powered and strangely familiar Freedom Fighters save this dark world or make it even worse?

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #14 Oct 24, 2025
7.5

Batman / Superman #14

By: Jeph Loeb, Carlos Pacheco
Released: Nov 17, 2004

Three strange beings set out to rewrite history, creating a brand new world order-one in which Batman and Superman rule with an iron fist. Humankind has a choice: obey or die!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #13 Oct 23, 2025
7.0

Batman / Superman #13

By: Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner
Released: Nov 3, 2004

The startling conclusion to the year's most talked-about storyline explodes as Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman battle Darkseid! Kara Zor-El has all the makings of a Supergirl - but is that who she really is?

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #12 Oct 23, 2025
9.0

Batman / Superman #12

By: Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner
Released: Sep 29, 2004

Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman have traveled to Apokolips to rescue Kara Zor-El. But has she gone to the Darkseid? Is her death the only way to save her?

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #11 Oct 23, 2025
8.0

Batman / Superman #11

By: Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner
Released: Jul 14, 2004

Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman travel to Apokolips to rescue Kara. But does she want to be rescued? Thus begins the rise of Dark Kara.

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #10 Oct 23, 2025
8.0

Batman / Superman #10

By: Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner
Released: May 19, 2004

The mystery of the Supergirl from Krypton continues! Hidden away on Paradise Island, Wonder Woman begins training the beautiful young strange visitor. But when Darkseid and The Female Furies come for her, Superman and Batman join the Amazons in a battle that leads to an unexpected death!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #9 Oct 22, 2025
9.5

Batman / Superman #9

By: Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner
Released: Apr 14, 2004

The mysterious girl trapped inside the Kryptonite meteor that fell to Earth is taken to the Fortress of Solitude, where Superman and Batman try to teach her to fit into our society and she learns to beware of Superdog. On Apokolips, someone else has plans for her, as do the Amazons!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #8 Oct 22, 2025
8.0

Batman / Superman #8

By: Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner
Released: Mar 17, 2004

After the catacylsmic events of SUPERMAN/BATMAN #6, Batman discovers something strange and mysterious on the bottom of Gotham Bay...and it looks like a girl. Will she battle on the side of good...or evil?

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #7 Oct 22, 2025
8.5

Batman / Superman #7

By: Jeph Loeb, Pat Lee
Released: Mar 3, 2004

Robin and Superboy take the spotlight in this special issue! The pair deals with the recent shocking revelations about Superboy's true origins. Will they let their mentors know if they survive the fight with the upgraded Metallo?

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #6 Oct 22, 2025
9.5

Batman / Superman #6

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness

It all comes down to this, as DC's two biggest heroes take on Lex Luthor face-to-face! Captain Atom makes a huge sacrifice for Earth in one of the young Toyman's most unique contraptions!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #5 Oct 22, 2025
8.5

Batman / Superman #5

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness

Even though the whole world is against them, Superman and Batman still have one thing...family. The two heroes are joined by Supergirl, Nightwing, Robin, Superboy, Huntress, Krypto and more as they take on Luthor and those allied with him.

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #4 Oct 22, 2025
8.5

Batman / Superman #4

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness

Captain Atom gathers the team of heroes hand-picked by President Luthor to bring in the fugitive Superman and Batman. Green Lantern, Starfire, Black Lightning, Powergirl, Katanna and Major Force are just the first wave of the attack! Captain Marvel and Hawkman are the final strike!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #3 Oct 22, 2025
8.0

Batman / Superman #3

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness

Superman and Batman are on the run, and the price on their heads has brought out some of the world's deadliest villains like Mr. Freeze, Solomon Grundy, Mongul, Gorilla Grodd, Black Manta and many more!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #2 Oct 22, 2025
7.5

Batman / Superman #2

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness

Badly injured, Superman and Batman must make it back to the Batcave, where they confront the most unexpected guest-star of the year! Plus, Lex Luthor makes a startling announcement that will have an impact on the lives of both heroes!

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Ryan rated Batman / Superman #1 Oct 22, 2025
8.0

Batman / Superman #1

By: Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness
Released: Aug 6, 2003

After a quick origin recap of our world's finest heroes, a new, improved Metallo has come on his birthday to attack both Metropolis and Gotham, bringing the guardians of each city together for a monumental battle! Plus, Lex Luthor assembles a mysterious super-team assigned to "help" the Man of Steel.

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Ryan reviewed Black Canary: Best of the Best #6 Jul 18, 2025
7.0

Cool comic especially for the art but nothing crazy. The fight commentary was pretty funny but I didn’t care much for the mother-daughter plot line that was so crucial to the story

Black Canary: Best of the Best #6

By: Tom King, Ryan Sook
Released: May 7, 2025

The final round! With both fighters on the ropes and unwilling to surrender, the endseems as far away as Canary’s past. Can she find a way to make her mother proudand still save her from her an untimely demise? Find out as the last punches land!

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7.5

Black Canary: Best of the Best #5

By: Tom King, Ryan Sook
Released: Mar 26, 2025

THE BATTLE MAY BE LOST IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE! A deal with an immortal devil could be the answer to everyone's troubles. Or is Vandal Savage more trouble than he's worth? Meanwhile, Shiva and Canary fight to a standstill--could the only end to this battle be death?

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8.0

Black Canary: Best of the Best #4

By: Tom King, Ryan Sook
Released: Feb 26, 2025

DINAH LANCE FIGHTS BACK! The Canary cries! Black Canary has survived the coal mine and is ready to fight back against her opponent. Will the defeat of her cornerman, Ted Grant a.k.a. Wildcat, be enough to bring the fight back?

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Ryan reviewed Black Canary: Best of the Best #3 Jul 17, 2025
8.0

First half was slow even for this books standards. The 2nd half flashbacks carried the issue

Black Canary: Best of the Best #3

By: Tom King, Ryan Sook
Released: Jan 22, 2025

ROUND THREE...FIGHT! Victory seems assured for the vicious Lady Shiva. Can anything turn the tide of this match? Plus, the Dark Knight Detective drops in on Canary's training to sway her from the fight!

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