Absolute Green Arrow # 4 Cover B Martin Simmonds Variant First Printing 2026 BN

Absolute Green Arrow #4 is the upcoming fourth issue in DC Comics' gritty, horror-infused reimagining of the Emerald Archer. Written by Pornsak Pichetshote with artwork by Rafael Albuquerque, the issue is scheduled for release on August 19, 2026.

Official Plot Synopsis

The official DC solicitation details a massive status quo shift and a classic villain debut for this universe:

• The Debut of Solomon Grundy: The issue features the first appearance of a brand-new, Absolute Universe take on the classic powerhouse villain, teased by the famous nursery rhyme, "Born on a Monday… Rises Absolute Solomon Grundy!"
• The Truth of the Island: Dinah Lance's ongoing investigation into the "Green Arrow Killer" leads her and the mysterious archer to uncover the dark secrets of the Island—a location described as far more horrifying than either could have ever dreamed.
• A Disturbing Discovery: The core mystery deepens as they unearth a shocking presence hiding on the Island.

Context of the Series

Set within DC's "Absolute Universe," this series completely strips Oliver Queen of his billionaire fortune, trick arrows, and typical superhero safety nets, transforming him into a ruthless, brutal hunter. With Oliver publicly presumed dead following a feud with tech entrepreneurs, Dinah Lance (Absolute Black Canary) has taken center stage as an executive protection specialist trying to hunt down the vigilante archer targeting corrupt billionaires.