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Spoilers for "Absolute Batman" #14 follow.

"Absolute Batman" #14 was delayed for two weeks from its initial November 12 release date because writer Scott Snyder and artist Nick Dragotta wanted to add five extra pages. The pay-off was so worth it: No. 14 is the most exhilarating "Absolute Batman" issue since #1.

The issue caps off the second six-issue arc, "Abomination," pitting Batman against Bane. "Abomination" has built up Bane as an unfettered and terrifying foe who is always one step ahead. His Venom steroid doesn't just bulk him up, it gives him direct control over his cells. Bane defeated Batman easily in their first encounter, countering each martial art style Batman employed and breaking Bruce's limbs with precise str

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