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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #56 Dec 4, 2025
9.5

Really, really good follow-up on the tease at the end of the previous issue. Swamp Thing creating the detailed illusion of Abigail and the environment around them, but still not being able to get Abigail's smile quite right, was just great. Moore continues to do an outstanding job with the scripts, and Veitch is still doing really nice work on the interiors.

Swamp Thing #56

By: Alan Moore, Rick Veitch
Released: Dec 31, 1986

The Earth mourns the loss of Swamp Thing, but on a distant planet, a little seedling begins to grow. Swamp Thing starts his most incredible journey ever, through the limitless reaches of the cosmos.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #55 Dec 4, 2025
10

I could give this a perfect score solely based on the first panel, but, luckily, the rest of the issue was amazing, as well. Moore does an outstanding job of writing Abigail here. Her mourning and her pain can, genuinely, be felt through the pages. I haven't really cried much from reading a comic, but this is one of the few issues that made me tear up a little. Just impeccable work here.

Swamp Thing #55

By: Alan Moore, Rick Veitch
Released: Nov 26, 1986

Friends old and new gather for The Funeral of The Swamp Thing, featuring appearances by Batman, Constantine and the Phantom Stranger. And as Abby watches, she relives past moments with her love and the shattered dreams of a future that may never come.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #54 Dec 4, 2025
9.0

A great issue coming out of the emotional ending of the previous. That said, this was a well-written depiction of gaslighting and manipulation within abusive relationships. Moore just made Liz's situation so haunting, particularly with the realization of just how much Dennis lied to her to gain control and power over her. Good lord, man.

Swamp Thing #54

By: Alan Moore, Rick Veitch
Released: Oct 29, 1986

Following the shocking conclusion of the previous issue, Abby must decide whether her grief will consume her or make her stronger. But when a hunt begins for her and Liz Tremayne, she might not live long enough to figure it out!

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #53 Dec 4, 2025
10

Another fantastic read. Totleben does an amazing job throughout this issue, and Moore crafts yet another outstanding story. Batman eventually standing up for Swamp Thing and his cause was great to see. I'm running out of compliments for this run, honestly. I will say, though, that this arc and the previous arc have been the most consistently amazing the run has been.

Swamp Thing #53

By: Alan Moore, John Totleben
Released: Oct 15, 1986

It's Swamp Thing versus Batman in an all-out battle for Gotham City and Abby! But can a mere man stand against a creature with the very Earth itself on its side? Find out as legendary writer Alan Moore continues his critically acclaimed character-defining run!

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #52 Dec 4, 2025
10

Hell yeah, dude. This issue absolutely rocked. One of the best of the run. Swamp Thing's rage was built so well in the previous issue and Moore delivered on that build here. His confrontation with the people in the courtroom in Gotham was just outstanding stuff. Also, Batman showing up at the end is sure to make way for a very interesting story in the next issue. Man, I love this book.

Swamp Thing #52

By: Alan Moore, Rick Veitch
Released: Aug 27, 1986

Swamp Thing heads to Gotham City in search of Abby after learning of her "crimes." However, when the courts refuse to turn her over, the creature makes a decision that puts him directly at odds with the city's Dark Knight protector.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #51 Dec 4, 2025
9.5

A great read following the momentous events of the previous issue. Veitch does a really nice job on the interiors, showing again that his style fits well within the tone and setting established over the course of Moore's run on the character. Speaking of Moore, I really liked how he handled both Abigail and Swamp Thing here. Not because I like what's happening to Abigail, but because it feels very more

Swamp Thing #51

By: Alan Moore, Rick Veitch
Released: Jul 30, 1986

In the aftermath of the ultimate battle, a strange friendship ends and Swamp Thing returns home to Louisiana to find Abby gone, on the run after being charged with crimes against nature!

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #50 Dec 4, 2025
10

A fantastic analysis of good and evil. Moore once again proves just how masterful he is with this issue. Really liked that, in the battle between these two forces, there isn't a clear winner. Furthermore, the two "ideas" almost depend on the other in a strange state of coexistence. What a great run this has been.

Swamp Thing #50

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Jun 25, 1986

While John Constantine and the mystical heroes of the DC Universe wage a last-ditch effort to hold back the evil of the Brujeria, Swamp Thing, the Demon and others descend into hell itself to battle a horde of demons.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #49 Nov 28, 2025
9.0

A great lead-in issue as we approach the all-important #50. Nice to see everyone being recruited for what's sure to be an epic story. Moore continues to make the stakes in this storyline feel incredibly high, which I appreciate very much. Additionally, Woch does another really good job on the interiors. That said, I'm very much looking forward to Stephen Bissette's return in the next issue.

Swamp Thing #49

By: Alan Moore, Stan Woch
Released: May 28, 1986

The Brujeria has been destroyed, but their plan to unleash evil into the world continues in a story that guest stars The Demon, Deadman and other DC mystics.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #48 Nov 28, 2025
9.5

A twist on the road to the conclusion of, potentially, the biggest-stakes story of Moore's run yet. Not something I saw coming whatsoever, but I thought this was another great issue. Judith's transformation into a bird was incredibly unsettling, which is something Moore has shown time and time again that he can write very well. Totleben only makes it more terrifying with his interiors, as well. Sw more

Swamp Thing #48

By: Alan Moore, John Totleben
Released: Apr 30, 1986

John Constantine's assembled cohort of mystics lead Swamp Thing to a cave where a group called the Brujeria are concocting a scheme to infect the world with evil--but when Swamp Thing tries to save Constantine from their clutches, he allows one of the mystics, now transformed into a evil, bird-like being, to escape.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #47 Nov 28, 2025
9.5

Fantastic stuff. Swamp Thing finally going where he believes he needs to in order to get answers...only to be shut out by the beings he can identify with and cast out of the place that felt most like home to him. Heartbreaking for him, but the metaphysical journey to that point was very intriguing. Woch did a really great job with the interiors here. Some awesome shots of Swamp Thing and of the en more

Swamp Thing #47

By: Alan Moore, Stan Woch
Released: Mar 26, 1986

Swamp Thing follows John Constantine to South America to see "The Parliament of Trees." Learning that he is not a unique being after all, Swamp Thing attempts to make sense of their wisdom, while a sleazy photographer hopes to make a fast buck with some sleazy pictures of Abigail Arcane with Swamp Thing.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #46 Nov 28, 2025
9.0

A great prelude, of sorts, for what feels like something big up ahead. I think Moore did a great job of making it feel like something really important is coming up, and I'm really looking forward to it. With the 50th issue of the volume coming up, the stars feel like they're aligning for something truly epic.

Swamp Thing #46

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Feb 26, 1986

In an issue that crosses over with CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS, Swamp Thing and John Constantine take a detour on their spiritual journey to observe the unfolding chaos on Earth. But Constantine has greater concerns: a cabal of evil beings determined to destroy all existence.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #45 Nov 28, 2025
8.5

Really spooky stuff, which is a common occurrence for this book. Not as strong as a lot of what's come before it, in my opinion, but still really good overall. Woch does a really nice job with the interiors throughout this, as his work didn't feel out of place with this title whatsoever.

Swamp Thing #45

By: Alan Moore, Stan Woch
Released: Jan 29, 1986

In "Ghost Dance," a story about a young woman trying to drown out the sounds of her ancestors' violent act comes back to haunt a young couple. Swamp Thing might be able to help them--but he's about to take the next step in his spirit quest with John Constantine.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #44 Nov 26, 2025
9.0

Great stuff with this title, as per usual. Some really cool and horrific art from Bissette throughout this, which I really loved. The story was really good here, as well. Swamp Thing taking out a serial killer was just fantastic to read.

Swamp Thing #44

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Dec 25, 1985

While Swamp Thing waits for John Constantine to return and give him a clue as to the meaning of his existence, a Crisis is growing. And when a serial killer takes refuge in the swamp, sealing his fate is only a momentary distraction to the Swamp Thing.

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REYNARD reviewed Swamp Thing #43 Mar 27, 2022
9.0

The opening chapter of Alan Moore's Fourth Volume of Swamp Thing begins a transition from the classic creatures of the night featured during the first half of the "American Gothic" storyline, to the new age horrors plaguing 1980's Urban America. "Windfall" tackles the US Drug Epidemic, featuring two tales of death, delirium, and revelation. The ending is brilliant; though forbidden fruit entices h more

Swamp Thing #43

By: Alan Moore, Stan Woch
Released: Nov 27, 1985

In the story "Windfall," drug addicts each experience something different when they ingest a fruit they found in the swamp--a fruit that grew on the body of the Swamp Thing. And they're in for some bad trips...

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Howard reviewed Absolute Batman Annual: 2025 Nov 3, 2025
1.0

Woke garbage The writer/Artist has a strange way of showing he loves his country.I guess unlimited illegals is a good thing for every community.The Batman America knows,loves his country and fights for justice.He doesn't choke ICE officers.I dispise this annual and I am glad I skipped it.To all the sheep out there.Good luck bitches.

Absolute Batman Annual: 2025

By: Daniel Warren Johnson
Released: Oct 29, 2025

Some of the biggest names in comics take a turn in the Absolute Universe! Daniel Warren Johnson and James Harren tell tales from Absolute Batman’s early days! How did Bruce acquire his batmobile? And what was it like for Black Mask’s party animals when Batman first hit the scene?

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Hex - Nov 23, 2025

Super glad you have an equal vote.

Screaming Enigma - Nov 24, 2025 (edited)

Aside from this being a Bruce Wayne/Batman from a different universe (meaning any preconceived notions about the character from outside of Earth-Alpha would be automatically invalid), the mainline (Earth-0) Batman is most definitely "woke" (even though that term is been horrendously misused in recent years) and would strongly be against not just MAGA Republicans and Conservatives, but also what's been currently happening with I.C.E. in the United States.

Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #43 Nov 19, 2025
9.5

A great issue here that goes into the potential experiences for people using hallucinogenic drugs. I really liked seeing two different sides of the spectrum throughout this, as I've heard stories of experiences that align with both sides. I also really liked the ending with Chester facing an internal struggle, as to whether or not he should consume the "drug" or not himself. All of that said, this more

Swamp Thing #43

By: Alan Moore, Stan Woch
Released: Nov 27, 1985

In the story "Windfall," drug addicts each experience something different when they ingest a fruit they found in the swamp--a fruit that grew on the body of the Swamp Thing. And they're in for some bad trips...

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #42 Nov 19, 2025
8.5

Not as good of a second half as I was hoping for, particularly with how great the previous issue was. That said, though, this was still really good. Moore still did a really nice job here creating an unsettling environment with emotional undertones. However, the former can only have its full effect with a great artist, and that's exactly what we have here. Bissette remains fantastic on the art dut more

Swamp Thing #42

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Oct 30, 1985

Comics Legend Alan Moore writes part two of this horrifying tale, as a voodoo ritual release ancient memories and violence on the set of a soap opera set on a real Southern plantation, set in the days of slavery.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #41 Nov 14, 2025
10

Oh...wow. That was actually crazy. Really loved this one, especially with how it came full circle to the dialogue at the beginning of the issue. Seeing the show set gradually transform the actors, presumably, into their roles for the show was super freaky. Moore is just so good at horror, man.

Swamp Thing #41

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Sep 25, 1985

Comics Legend Alan Moore writes this horrifying tale, as a voodoo ritual release ancient memories and violence on the set of a soap opera set on a real Southern plantation, set in the days of slavery. Continued in issue #42!

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #40 Nov 14, 2025
10

Incredibly tragic. Bissette still does impeccable work here and this issue wouldn't be the same without him. The scene where Phoebe transforms was drawn horrifically by him in the best way possible. That said, this was a beautifully-written issue on Moore's part. Really loved the women-centric themes and symbolism throughout this, in particular. Just outstanding.

Swamp Thing #40

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Aug 28, 1985

When an old, dark power terrorizes a small town, it's up to Swamp Thing to get to the bottom of the nightmarish situation. Meanwhile, Abby begins questioning John Constantine's relationship with Swamp Thing...

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #39 Nov 14, 2025
9.5

One of the best issues thus far. Great horror, as Moore has shown he can do in the past. Though, it doesn't hurt in the slightest that Bissette is just a master of the craft. I continue to just love the way he draws Swamp Thing, and I also really liked the way he drew Nicky as a vampire here.

Swamp Thing #39

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Jul 31, 1985

Swamp Thing approaches the vampiric mer-people in the waters of Rosewood, Illinois and witnesses complete terror in its massive, bloated champion. Will Swamp Thing's alliance with John Constantine save the local townspeople?

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Screaming Enigma posted on Dan's profile Nov 14, 2025

Hi, Dan. I hope everything's going good. I was hoping you could fix something concerning the Swamp Thing series that started in 1982. Issue #39 lists Christopher Mooneyham as the writer, when it was really Alan Moore. Thank you in advance :)

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Dan - Dec 3, 2025

This and the Absolute Batman and Superman issues have all been cleaned up.

Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #38 Nov 14, 2025
9.0

A super creepy issue here, particularly when it was focusing on the kids who went into the water. Also, I love how Moore continues to bring back ideas and such from stories before his time on the title, as we got that here with the return of Rosewood. Additionally, Woch did a really nice job filling in here, as I thought his style fit right in with the series.

Swamp Thing #38

By: Alan Moore, Stan Woch
Released: Jun 26, 1985

Something wrinkled and ancient lurks beneath the waters of Rosewood, Illinois--and it's hungry. Plus, John Constantine encounters Swamp Thing for the first time!

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #37 Nov 14, 2025
9.0

Back to greatness with this issue here, especially with the introduction of John Constantine. Really looking forward to seeing more of him in this series. Although, his appearance is, seemingly, going to lead to tension between Swamp Thing and Abby, which...sucks. Nothing against the story whatsoever. It's only that they just got into a really good place with each other. That said, I'm still very more

Swamp Thing #37

By: Alan Moore, Rick Veitch
Released: May 29, 1985

What does it take to grow a Swamp Thing? Find out in "Growth Patterns," as the being regrows himself one day--and leaf--at a time! John Constantine makes his comic book debut as an evil peers into the DC Universe.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #36 Nov 14, 2025
8.5

An interesting approach with this issue, as the main character shifts around every so often. I liked how the stories intersected with one another and came back to central points. That said, I do have to say, even though I did like this a pretty fair amount (hence my rating), this was one of the weaker issues of Moore's run thus far. I totally don't mind this level of quality because, as I already more

Swamp Thing #36

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Apr 24, 1985

Infected and severely damaged, Swamp Thing faces a final, unmovable fact: he's dying and there's nothing he can do about. Starting this issue, everything Swap Thing thought he knew will change forever...

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #35 Nov 13, 2025
8.5

A fairly slow issue in terms of story, but still one that I liked overall. While this may not have been my absolute favorite issue, I do sense a lot of potential with what was presented here, so I hope that what Moore & Bissette have cooking after this ends up realizing said potential. Nukeface is certainly an intriguing character, to say the least.

Swamp Thing #35

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Mar 27, 1985

Something dirty, evil and dangerous is haunting Swamp Thing's home and it's left a massacre in its wake. But when Swamp Thing sees its true horror, he may not be able to stop its menace!

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #34 Nov 13, 2025
9.5

Really great issue here showing the deep emotional connection between Swamp Thing and Abby. Sure, you could call it their version of having sex, but I thought it was much more than that and I really enjoyed it overall. Some really nice art from Bissette, as per usual, along with some great prose from Moore, in my opinion.

Swamp Thing #34

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Feb 27, 1985

Abby and Swamp Thing take a leap of faith and face their true feelings for one another! But when Abby experiences reality through the eyes of Swamp Thing, will her new knowledge bring her closer to Swamp Thing--or drive her away?

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #33 Nov 13, 2025
9.5

Did this issue use multiple pages to reprint the story with Swamp Thing's first appearance (House of Secrets #92)? Yeah, sure, whatever, but I still loved this issue. It wasn't reprinted just to reprint it, though. I really enjoyed how Moore tied it to our overarching protagonist and current Swamp Thing, Alec. The brothers were entertaining here, also. However, the ending was one of my favorite pa more

Swamp Thing #33

By: Alan Moore, Ron Randall
Released: Jan 30, 1985

Abby slips into a deep sleep and finds herself in a dream realm where two familiar storytellers drop a bombshell about the true nature of the Swamp Thing. Fans of THE SANDMAN will be interested in this issue's early appearances of The Dreaming, Cain and Abel!

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Hex reviewed Swamp Thing #32 Oct 22, 2022
9.0

I don't really know what I read but it is way better than I originally thought it had any right to. Beautifully tragic and a great somber tone.

Swamp Thing #32

By: Alan Moore, Shawn McManus
Released: Dec 26, 1984

This critically acclaimed, stand-alone issue stars a crew of tiny extraterrestrial critters landing in the Louisiana swamps in search of a place to call home. But the beings discover harsh realities in this homage to the classic Pogo comic strip.

Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing #32 Nov 13, 2025
9.0

I was ready for this to be a bump in the road for Moore's run at the start of this...however, this ended up being a another great read. Yes, it can definitely take a bit to get into this with the way the critters speak, but I got more and more used to it as time went on, and I was able to better understand what was being said after a minute. Aside from that, this was a really bittersweet story wit more

Swamp Thing #32

By: Alan Moore, Shawn McManus
Released: Dec 26, 1984

This critically acclaimed, stand-alone issue stars a crew of tiny extraterrestrial critters landing in the Louisiana swamps in search of a place to call home. But the beings discover harsh realities in this homage to the classic Pogo comic strip.

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Screaming Enigma reviewed Swamp Thing Annual #2 Nov 13, 2025
10

Really loved this one. An utterly fascinating issue here, depicting DC's complex version of "afterlife." Bissette absolutely killed it (no pun intended) on the interiors here. Nobody can nail Swamp Thing quite like he does. Additionally, Moore provides a highly-interesting story here, making use of a bunch of underrated/underutilized DC characters like Deadman and Spectre, among others. Furthermor more

Swamp Thing Annual #2

By: Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette
Released: Jan 23, 1985

Beyond grazing poltergeists and aspects of Heaven, Swamp Thing travels deeper and further than he ever has before on the most important mission of his life! This oversized issue guest-stars Deadman, The Spectre and more!

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