DC Comics Gifts for Fans
By Tom James
DC comics gifts aren't only about the Bat-family — Superman, Wonder Woman and the wider Justice League have plenty to offer collectors and readers alike. Whether you're shopping for a longtime fan or someone new to the universe, there's a graphic novel or variant cover to suit them.
This guide leans into the bigger DC picture, pulling together Absolute Universe titles, classic reprints and collectable editions spanning heroes beyond Gotham. From Superman's mythic reworkings to a Justice League facsimile milestone, these picks celebrate the whole DC roster, not just the usual suspects.
1. Absolute Batman: Volume 2: Abomination
DC — £11.72 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Part of the acclaimed Absolute line, this volume continues the reimagined Batman saga — a solid pick for fans following DC's fresh takes on its icons beyond the classic continuity.
2. Absolute Batman: Volume 1: The Zoo
DC — £11.03 at Forbidden Planet. View details
The opening chapter of Absolute Batman's bold new vision, ideal for readers wanting to see how DC's wider Absolute Universe reworks its most famous characters from scratch.
3. Absolute Batman: Volume 1: The Zoo (Hardcover)
DC — £15.86 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A hardcover edition of The Zoo, perfect for gifting someone who wants their Absolute Universe Batman story looking sharp on the shelf alongside other DC deluxe editions.
4. Absolute Batman: Volume 2: Abomination (Hardcover)
DC — £17.24 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This hardcover instalment of Abomination gives the Absolute Batman saga a durable, giftable format, fitting for collectors building out DC's reimagined universe in style.
5. Absolute Superman: Volume 2: Son Of The Demon
DC — £11.72 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Superman gets the Absolute Universe treatment here, making this a great choice for fans who want DC's wider cast reworked with the same ambition as Absolute Batman.
6. Batman: Year One
DC — £8.96 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A defining Batman origin story, but essential context for any DC fan curious how the Dark Knight's mythology shaped the broader universe of heroes and villains.
7. Absolute Wonder Woman: Volume 2: As My Mothers Made Me
DC — £11.72 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Wonder Woman takes centre stage in this Absolute Universe volume, a fitting gift for fans keen to see DC's Amazonian icon reimagined alongside Superman and Batman.
8. Absolute Batman #23 (Cover F Damion Scott Card Stock Variant)
DC — £8.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A card stock variant cover issue for collectors who love chasing specific printings — a fun, focused pick for the Absolute Batman completist in your life.
9. Absolute Batman: Volume 3
DC — £11.72 at Forbidden Planet. View details
The third volume in the Absolute Batman run, continuing the reimagined saga for readers already invested in DC's bold alternate take on Gotham's protagonist.
10. Justice League Of America: Facsimile Edition #200 (Cover A George Perez)
DC — £9.65 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A facsimile edition marking a Justice League milestone, this is a lovely nod to the wider DC team-up history beyond solo hero titles, with George Perez artwork.
11. Batman: The Man Who Laughs
DC — £9.65 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This Joker-centric tale sits outside the main Bat-titles, offering a darker, standalone story that broadens the gift beyond straightforward Batman adventures.
12. Batman: Black Mirror: The Deluxe Edition (Hardcover)
DC — £31.04 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A deluxe hardcover collecting a moodier, character-driven Batman story — a substantial gift for fans who appreciate DC's more introspective, atmospheric storytelling.
DC Comics Gifts for Fans FAQs
What is a good DC gift?
Start with the character. Someone who loves Wonder Woman and someone who loves the Joker want almost nothing in common, so identifying which corner of the universe they care about matters more than the format of the gift.
Where should someone start with DC comics?
The Absolute line. Absolute Batman and Absolute Wonder Woman strip the characters back and rebuild them, need no prior reading, and cost around £11 — which makes them the easiest way in for someone who only knows the films.
Do you have a dedicated Batman page?
Yes. For the Dark Knight and the Gotham rogues specifically, our Batman gifts page hand-picks just those. This page covers the wider universe including Superman, Wonder Woman and the Justice League.
Is DC apparel true to size?
The embroidered sweatshirts and hoodies here run to standard UK sizing, with several designs available to XXL and beyond. Embroidery rather than print also means they hold up better through repeated washing than a graphic tee.