DC's long-awaited Absolute Power is finally here, and it did not disappoint. There's a lot to break down regarding the issue, and the first one up to bat is how Amanda Waller hit DC's heroes in a way they never expected. Spoilers are incoming for Absolute Power #1, so if you haven't read the issue yet you've been warned. Early on Amanda Waller reveals her assembled team of Queen Brainiac and Failsafe, and how they have together created Task Force VII.
Not only is she taking powers, but she is also targeting other abilities and skill sets to complete her takeover. Task Force VII has been designed to take powers but also have the ability to drain devices, and we see that happen with Doctor Fate, who is having his helmet drained of its magical abilities. Speaking of magic, that isn't available either, as Waller reveals those who use magic will no longer remember how to conjure it, and that is presented through the disappearance of Spectre.
New Readers WelcomeWhile the series does pull from those other books, those who haven't been keeping up with those other stories shouldn't hesitate to jump right into this."A little bit, but I think we do a pretty good job making sure everything's in context and making sure everyone knows, and we spell out for new readers," Wait said.