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Batman and Robin, Volume 1: Born to Kill
Peter J. Tomasi - 2012
As a part of the acclaimed DC Comics--The New 52 event of September 2011, Batman begins battling evil with his son, Damian, at his side, Batman now realizes that the hardest part of the job may be trying to work together.As Batman and Robin try to adjust to their new partnership, a figure emerges from Bruce Wayne's past: His name is NoBody, and he's not happy that Batman Incorporated is shining a light on his own shadowy war against evil...Collecting: Batman and Robin 1-8
Batman: Face the Face
James Robinson - 2005
It's One Year Later...and who is the mysterious vigilante who's been murdering Gotham's highest-profile villains? Find out in this new collection featuring the 8-part "Face the Face" saga from DETECTIVE COMICS #817-820 and BATMAN #651-654! Batman must uncover the murderer's identity — even as he finds himself in the unlikely role of protecting some of his oldest foes!
Batman: City of Crime
David Lapham - 2006
As he tries to shut down a drug ring that's turned deadly, Bruce Wayne must contend with a wayward 14-year-old who's getting dangerously close to Gotham's underworld!
Batman: Black and White #1
Mark ChiarelloJan Strnad - 1998
This collection examines every aspect of Batman with startling new approaches--detective, crimefighter, avenger, hero, creature of the night, and more. 200 pp.
BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE
The Title is Simple. The Talent is Spectacular.Winner of the 1997 Will Eisner Comic Industry Award for Best Anthology and Best Short Story ("Heroes" by Archie Goodwin and Gary Gianni), and the winner of the 1998 Harvey Award for Best Graphic Album of Previously Published Work.
Batman: War Games, Book Two
Andersen GabrychPete Woods - 2005
The various crime families are leaderless…the soldiers running for their lives while trying to grab a piece of the underworld pie for themselves. Batman is stunned to learn that the wave of terror and death threatening his beloved Gotham City originated closer to home than he ever imagined, and that someone he once trusted is responsible for the carnage. Now the streets are safe for no one.One master criminal emerges from the shadows, taking full advantage of the chaos, and he begins to consolidate the underworld in his grip. The Dark Knight and his allies have failed to contain the violence threatening Gotham City’s citizenry. The media have exploited the situation so people think Batman is acting against their best interests. Worse, he has lost the trust and support of Police Commissioner Akins, just when he needs it the most.Collects BATGIRL #56-57, BATMAN #632-634,642-644, BATMAN LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #183-184, BATMAN GOTHAM KNIGHTS #57-58, BATMAN SECRET FILES AND ORIGINS ALLIES 2005, BATMAN SECRET FILES AND ORIGINS VILLIANS 2005,CATWOMAN #35-36, DETECTIVE COMICS #798-800, #809-810, NIGHTWING #97-98, and ROBIN #130-131 (less)
Batman: A Death in the Family
Jim Starlin - 1988
Rash and prone to ignore Batman's instructions, Jason was always quick to act without regard to consequences. In this fatal instance, Robin ignores his mentor's warnings when he attempts to take on the Joker by himself and pays the ultimate price. Driven by anger with Superman by his side, Batman seeks his vengeance as he looks to end the Joker's threat forever.
Batman: Under the Red Hood
Judd WinickWayne Faucher - 2006
But the Red Hood’s violent ways pit him against the Dark Knight in his hunt for the very person responsible for his death: The Joker.This volume collects Batman #635-641, #645-50 and Batman Annual #25.
Under The Red Hood
Judd Winick - 2006
But the Red Hood’s violent ways pit him against the Dark Knight in his hunt for the very person responsible for his death: The Joker.
Nightwing, Volume 1: Traps and Trapezes
Kyle HigginsRuy Jose - 2012
To uncover more clues as to why a mysterious assassin is targetting him, Nightwing joins the circus’s tour. But as Dick becomes reacquainted with the big top he once called home, he learns there are darker secrets to be discovered.Collects NIGHTWING #1-7.
The Joker: Endgame
Scott SnyderDanny Miki - 2015
Batman's greatest enemy-his deadliest threat-is done toying with Gotham City. Now he means to end the game and destroy them for good.The Joker's bloody-minded madness is exceeded only by his twisted genius. He is the Clown Prince, the Pale Man, and his crimes turn the world into one big sick joke. For him, evil is eternal. And when he unleashes his masterstroke, no one-not Batman, not the Justice League, not all of Gotham's guardians-will be able to make the laughter stop.As the Joker plays his endgame with the Batman, citizens, villains and heroes alike must survive his deadly antics and come to terms with who the Joker is and what he means to them.Collects: Batman #35-40, Arkham Manor: Endgame #1, Batgirl: Endgame #1, Batman Annual #3, Detective Comics: Endgame #1 and Gotham Academy: Endgame #1.
Final Crisis
Grant MorrisonDerek Fridolfs - 2009
Jones (52, Wanted) redefine what it means to be a modern day Super Hero in this cosmic epic.What happens when evil wins? That's the question Superman, Batman, the Justice League and every being in the DCU have to face when Darkseid and his otherworldly legion of narcissistic followers actually win the war between light and dark. Featuring the deaths and resurrections of major DC characters,
Final Crisis
is more than your average multi-part event - it's a deconstruction of Super Hero comics and a challenging, thought-provoking take on the modern, four-color icons..Collecting: Final Crisis 1-7
Superman: The Man of Steel, Vol. 1
John Byrne - 1986
Along with inker Dick Giordano, Byrne reimagined the look of Superman, Lois Lane, Krypton and Lex Luthor.The relationships between Superman and Lois, Superman and Batman, and Superman and Luthor were reexamined and tweaked for modern readers. Old villains such as Bizarro returned and new ones, such as Magpie, were introduced.It was the dawn of a new age for the Man of Steel that endures today. See how it all began in this collection of the first six stories. Includes a foreword by Ray Bradbury.This volume collects Man of Steel #1-6.
Batman: Cacophony
Kevin Smith - 2009
Best-selling comic book writer/director Kevin Smith (GREEN ARROW) steps into Gotham City to write this graphic novel featuring the mysterious masked killer known as Onomatopoeia who sets his sights - and sounds - against The Caped Crusader!Will Batman be able to uncover the relationship between The Joker and Onomatopoeia in time to keep them from destroying Gotham City? Or are these villains too much for The Caped Crusader? The wild ride that caught Batman between The Joker and Onomatopoeia comes to a crashing halt as Batman is forced to choose between capturing Onomatopoeia and saving the Joker's life! Will Onomatopoeia have the final word with a deadly "Bang!"? Find out in this exciting conclusion!Includes Batman: Cacophony #'s 1-3.
Batman: The Killing Joke
Alan Moore - 1988
Looking to prove that any man can be pushed past his breaking point and go mad, the Joker attempts to drive Commissioner Gordon insane. After shooting and permanently paralyzing his daughter Barbara (a.k.a. Batgirl), the Joker kidnaps the commissioner and attacks his mind in hopes of breaking the man. But refusing to give up, Gordon maintains his sanity with the help of Batman in an effort to beset the madman.
Batman & Dracula: Red Rain
Doug Moench - 1991
Batman must forge an alliance with the undead to defeat this unholy foe in a duel that stretches beyond the boundaries of death.