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The Clown Prince of Crime is back in Gotham, and he's going to make everyone pay in this classic story. "The Joker's Five-Way Revenge!" Script by Denny O'Neil, art and cover by Neal Adams.

100-page giant; Joker story/cover, Batgirl, Riddler.

Batman receives a note from Jose Garzonas, along with a photo of a kidnapped Jim Gordon, in "Consequences". Part 2 of 2, continued from the previous issue. Script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Mark Bright, inks by Steve Mitchell. 1-page ad for Batman #426 and #427 featuring original art by Jim Aparo. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989.

Death in the Family, Part 1 of 4. Jim Starlin script; Jim Aparo art; Mike Mignola cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989.

Death In The Family, Part 2 of 4. Jim Starlin script; Jim Aparo art; Mike Mignola cover. Infamous Phone Poll on death or life for Robin (Jason Todd). 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989.

Death In The Family, Part 3 of 4. Jim Starlin script; Jim Aparo art; Mike Mignola cover. Results of Phone Poll as to whether Robin dies this issue or not. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989.

This is the direct edition with the overlay cover. Bane breaks Batman's back in Batman KnightFall Part 11. Home turf does not prove an advantage when Bane breaks Batman's back in the Batcave in "The Broken Bat." KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #664. Written by Doug Moench. Pencils by Jim Aparo. Inks by Dick Giordano. Cover by Kelley Jones.

All reprints: "How To Be the Batman," "The Strange Costumes of Batman," "Untold Tales of the Bat-Signal," "The Origin of the Bat-Cave," "Batman's Electronic Crime-File," "Thrilling Escapes of Batman and Robin," and "The Amazing Inventions of Batman."

Summer 1963. All reprints: "The Power that Doomed Batman," "The Merman Batman," "Rip Van Batman," "The Zebra Batman," "The Grown-up Boy Wonder," "The Bewitched Batman," "The Phantom Batman," and "The Giant Batman."

Winter 1963-64. All reprints: "Murder at Mystery Castle," "The Gotham City Safari," "Mystery of the Sky Museum," "The Mystery of the Four Batmen," "The Creature from the Green Lagoon," "The Map of Mystery," "The Danger Club," and "Doom in Dinosaur Hall."

Summer 1964. All reprints featuring four origin stories: "Batman Meets Bat-Mite," "The Secret Life of Bat-Hound," "Bat-Girl," "The Dynamic Trio," "The Secret of Batman's Butler," "Superman and Robin," "Batwoman's Publicity Agent," and "The Second Batman and Robin Team."

FIRST PRINTING Cover by GREG CAPULLO Written by SCOTT SNYDER Art by GREG CAPULLO and JONATHAN GLAPION Be here for the start of a new era for The Dark Knight from writer Scott Snyder (AMERICAN VAMPIRE, BATMAN: GATES OF GOTHAM) and artist Greg Capullo (Spawn)! A series of brutal killings hints at an ancient conspiracy, and Batman learns that Gotham City is deadlier than he knew.

"Batgirl: Day One." Barbara Gordon attends a costume party dressed as Batgirl. Unfortunately, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn also decide to show up. Based on Batman The Animated Series. Script by Kelley Puckett, pencils by Mike Parobeck, inks by Rick Burchett. Cover by Parobeck.

Limited Edition (1 for 250) Sketch Variant Cover by Frank Quitely. Batman Reborn: Part 1of 3 - Written by Grant Morrison Art by Frank Quitely 'Batman Reborn' begins here! With the reunited team of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely (ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, WE3, New X-Men), this first issue kicks off a 3-part story arc that can't be missed! The new Dynamic Duo hit the streets with a bang in their new flying Batmobile as they face off against an assemblage of villains called the Circus of Strange. They also tackle their first mission investigating a child who's been abducted by the mysterious Domino Killer. But will everything go smoothly? And who exactly are the new Batman and Robin? The newest era of The Dark Knight begins here! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with three covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Frank Quitely), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by JG Jones). For every 250 copies of the Standard Edition, retailers may order one copy of the Sketch Variant Edition (with a cover by Frank Quitely), which is a sketch version of the Standard Edition. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale June 3 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Cover by Frank Quitely. Batman Reborn: Part 2 of 3 - Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Frank Quitely. 'Batman Reborn' continues with the reteaming of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely (ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, WE3, New X-Men)! In a blazing Gotham City police department, the new Batman and Robin face the bizarre, fighting freakshow that is the Circus of Strange and find that they don't make as good a team as Batman had hoped! Meanwhile, the mysterious Sasha escapes from Professor Pyg and vows vengeance on the people who killed her father. 32 pages, full color.

Limited (1 for 25) Variant Cover by Philip Tan. Revenge of the Red Hood: Part 1 - Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Philip Tan and Jonathan Glapion. Meet the Red Hood and his sidekick Scarlet, Gotham City's vicious new 'protectors,' in the start of a new arc! This dangerous duo is out to destroy the very reputation and legacy of the Batman by replacing it altogether. Writer Grant Morrison (FINAL CRISIS) teams with hot new artist Philip Tan (GREEN LANTERN) to bring you what's sure to be the new Batman and Robin's biggest challenge yet! 32 pages, full color.

Limited (1 for 25) Variant Cover by Philip Tan. Revenge of the Red Hood: Part 2 - Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Philip Tan and Jonathan Glapion. Are two Dynamic Duos too much for one city? Batman and Robin find themselves at cross-purposes with Red Hood and Scarlet. Who's right? Who's wrong? And who will end up being the chosen protectors of Gotham City? 32 pages, full color.

Limited 1 for 25 Variant cover by Cameron Stewart Blackest Night: 1 of 3 - Written by Grant Morrison Art by Cameron Stewart. Knight, Squire and DETECTIVE COMICS' Batwoman guest-star alongside The Dynamic Duo in 'Blackest Knight,' a 3-part story illustrated by Cameron Stewart (SEVEN SOLDIERS OF VICT0RY: MANHATTAN GUARDIAN). Readers who enjoyed BATMAN R.I.P. and FINAL CRISIS won't want to miss this captivating new storyline packed with additional clues on the Domino Killer and the details surrounding the 'death' of Bruce Wayne! 32 pages, full color.

Limited 1 for 25 Variant cover by Cameron Stewart. Blackest Knight: 2 of 3 - Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Cameron Stewart. BATMAN AND ROBIN double-ships in February with part 2 and 3 of 'Blackest Knight' guest-starring Batwoman, Knight and Squire! Only months into his new role as Batman, Dick Grayson faces perhaps the biggest threat of his life. In hopes of attaining his heart's desire, has Dick instead unleashed a terror the likes of which the world has never seen? Meanwhile, back in Gotham City, Alfred and a recuperating Robin are at the mercy of someone both fearsome and familiar... 32 pages, full color.

Limited 1 for 25 Variant Cover by ANDY CLARKE. Batman Return of Bruce Wayne: Prelude - The Haunting of Wayne Manor: Part 1 of 3 - Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Andy Clarke and Scott Hanna. Art sensation Andy Clarke (R.E.B.E.L.S., BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL) joins writer Grant Morrison for an exciting three-issue arc titled 'Batman vs. Robin'! Why would Talia al Ghul manipulate her son Damian into taking action against Batman? Will Damian do as Mother says...or stay loyal to Dick Grayson? Plus, more on the Domino Killer, Oberon Sexton, and the menace of El Penitente's drug cartel! Is this already the end for the new Dynamic Duo?

Limited 1 for 25 Variant Cover by Andy Clarke. Batman Return of Bruce Wayne: Prelude - The Haunting of Wayne Manor: Part 2 of 3 - Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Andy Clarke and Scott Hanna. Covers by Frank Quitely and Andy Clarke. The Dynamic Duo fight it out in the ultimate duel to the finish. Meanwhile, Robin's mother, Talia al Ghul, sends an old adversary of Dick Grayson's to complete the job that her son may not be able to stomach!

Limited 1 for 25 Variant Cover by FRAZER IRVING. Batman Must Die !: Part 1 of 3 - Written by GRANT MORRISON. Art by FRAZER IRVING. Writer Grant Morrison is joined by artist Frazer Irving (BATMAN: RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE) for the first chapter of a 3-part epic! Thomas Wayne - a man believed murdered over 20 years ago - has returned with an incredible tale to tell, and he's claiming the entire Wayne fortune! He's slyly demanding that Bruce Wayne must return if Bruce wishes to oppose the claim! Plus, the long-awaited return of the ultimate Batman villain!

Limited 1 for 25 variant cover by FRAZER IRVING Batman Must Die !: Part 2 of 3 - Written by GRANT MORRISON Art by FRAZER IRVING In Batman Must Die! part 2 of 3, one of our heroes lies near death! Dick Grayson and Damian Wayne enter the ultimate, blood-soaked battle against two foes who almost destroyed the original Batman. Are the new Dynamic Duo up to this final confrontation with absolute evil? If they can't truly bond as a team, they're dead! 32 pg, FC,

1st printing. A beautiful leatherbound collection of Frank Miller's best Batman stories. Includes: "Batman: Year One" with art by David Mazzucchelli; "Wanted: Santa Claus Dead or Alive" with Denny O'Neil & Steve Mitchell; and the bench-mark tale, "The Dark Knight Returns," with Klaus Janson. Includes an introduction by Richard Bruning, notes by Frank Miller, and "The Mark of the Batman" by Alan Moore. Leatherbound hardcover, full color.

WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY STEFANO GAUDIANO; COVER BY JAE LEE. "OUR WORLDS AT WAR," Part 4. Batman investigates what appears to be a government cover-up regarding a mysterious crash-site in downtown Gotham. Plus, the animosity between President Luthor and Bruce Wayne reaches a fever pitch, setting the stage for an upcoming storyline in the Batman titles. FC, 48 PG.

1st Printing. Batman matches wits with his arch nemesis The Joker in this critically acclaimed, prestige format one-shot. He also laughs at one of his jokes. The book is infamous for the scene in which The Joker shoots and cripples Barbara Gordon, effectively ending her crime fighting career as Batgirl. Written by Alan Moore, with art by Brian Bolland. NOTE: 1st Printing, title is printed in lime green embossed ink. All others are later printings.

Bane is back, free from his insidious addiction and ready for another bone-crushing confrontation with Batman, armed with a mind and body both honed to a deadly razor's edge. With his withdrawal from the strength-enhancing narcotic Venom, Bane has lost his power and physique. But he soon proves he is one of Batman's most dangerous enemies, possessing a mind of calculating intelligence, relentless cunning and diabolical guile. Escaping from Blackgate, Bane returns to Gotham City to find Venom being sold on the streets, and he begins to follow a deadly trail to its mysterious source. But Bane isn't the only one following the trail, as his quest forces him into another savage collision with the Dark Knight. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Eduardo Barreto. Painted cover by Glenn Fabry. Miraweb Format. Cover price $3.95.

1st printing - In Batman Sword of Azrael (1992) #1-4, a major new hero was introduced to the Batman mythos. Now, another character is added to the Batman family. Only this time, it's a villain. Bane is the sole survivor of the Venom experiments (first revealed in Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #16-20), an attempt to create drug-enhanced killing machines. As a result of these tests, Bane has spent a lifetime as the toughest inmate in the worst prison on the South American island of Santa Prisca where he acquired his berserk strength, a savage, calculating intellect, and an unparalleled megalomania. He ultimately sets his sights on Gotham City, and goes gunning for the Dark Knight. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Eduardo Barreto. Painted cover by Glenn Fabry. 68 pages.

1st printing - In Batman Sword of Azrael (1992) #1-4, a major new hero was introduced to the Batman mythos. Now, another character is added to the Batman family. Only this time, it's a villain. Bane is the sole survivor of the Venom experiments (first revealed in Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #16-20), an attempt to create drug-enhanced killing machines. As a result of these tests, Bane has spent a lifetime as the toughest inmate in the worst prison on the South American island of Santa Prisca where he acquired his berserk strength, a savage, calculating intellect, and an unparalleled megalomania. He ultimately sets his sights on Gotham City, and goes gunning for the Dark Knight. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Eduardo Barreto. Painted cover by Glenn Fabry. 68 pages.

1st printing - In Batman Sword of Azrael (1992) #1-4, a major new hero was introduced to the Batman mythos. Now, another character is added to the Batman family. Only this time, it's a villain. Bane is the sole survivor of the Venom experiments (first revealed in Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #16-20), an attempt to create drug-enhanced killing machines. As a result of these tests, Bane has spent a lifetime as the toughest inmate in the worst prison on the South American island of Santa Prisca where he acquired his berserk strength, a savage, calculating intellect, and an unparalleled megalomania. He ultimately sets his sights on Gotham City, and goes gunning for the Dark Knight. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Eduardo Barreto. Painted cover by Glenn Fabry. 68 pages.

The War Department Regrets... Wings Of Death. The Commandos Attack! No Medals For Maria text story. Capture In Korea! 32 pgs. $0.10.

"Truck Convoy" (script by Hank Chapman, art by Russ Heath), Private Tim O'Toole in "There's Something About a Uniform" (art by Joe Maneely), "Blood" (art by Robert Q. Sale), "Sneak Attack" (art by Norman Steinberg), and a two-page text story, "The Flying Frenchman." Heath cover.

"5 Hours 'Til Dawn" (art by Russ Heath), "Chain of Command" (script by Hank Chapman, art by Paul Reinman), "A Waste of Time" (art by Dave Berg), "Private Smith" (art by Mac L. Pakula), "The Slaughter on Suicide Hill" (art by Al Hartley), and a two-page text story, "Jumping Jeeps of Junga."

Cover by Eric Basulda. by Greg Pak & Nigel Raynor In this issue, all of your questions are answered about the fate of the Returners, and the status of the infected Galactica crew! Plus, see Commander Adama in action as you've never see him! Featuring another stunning, out-of-this-world array of covers by Tyler Kirkman with Stjepan Sejic, E-Bass, Nigel Raynor, and a Photo Cover, all shipped in an equal ratio! Also available in a limited edition 'Cylon' Silver Foil version!

"Where Lurks the Menace?" The Creeper battles The Terror, who has been shaking down local mob bosses and using insider information to gain protection money. The Creeper wins the fight, of course, unmasking The Terror in the process. (The Creeper's first appearance was in Showcase 73). Script by Denny O'Neil (as Sergius O'Shaugnessy), plot, art, and cover by Steve Ditko.

Based on the TV and radio show of the same name, Big Town lasted 50 issues. This installment includes the following: "Death of a Skyscraper!" (Steve Wilson investigates the phenomenon of construction workers falling to their deaths); "Crime Takes a Holiday!"; "The Indirect Murder!" (with Johnny Law); and "The Man Who Plundered Big Town!" Scripts by Miriam Hecht and Dave Wood, pencils by John Lehti and J. Winslow Mortimer, inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by John Lehti and Sy Barry.

Based on the TV and radio show of the same name, Big Town lasted 50 issues. This installment includes the following: "The Tin Hero of Big Town!" (Steve Wilson creates "Foster Father Week," which he tries to live up to); "Mystery Mansion!"; "Johnny Law vs. Johnny Lawless"; and "Beauty and the Bullets!" Scripts by Bill Finger and Dave Wood, pencils by John Lehti and Irwin Hasen, inks by Sy Barry, Bernard Sachs, and Frank Giacoia. Cover by Alex Toth.

Written by Gail Simone Art and cover by Ed Benes It's the final showdown between the Birds and Thorn in the thrilling conclusion of the explosive "Hero Hunters," a finale no reader should miss! Don't say we didn't warn you ? this issue will be the most talked-about of the year! FC, $2.50 US

The Black Hood in "Death Counts Ten" (art by Irv Novick), "Death--The Crow Strikes Again," and a Black Hood Mystery. Gloomy Gus in "The Homeless Ghost." Bentley of Scotland Yard in an untitled story. Everett Raymond Kinstler cover.

Three untitled Black Knight stories, plus Crusader back-up. All art and cover by Joe Maneely. Two-page King Arthur text story, "The Round Table."

Joe Maneely art

The Black Rider stars in "The Legend of the Black Rider," "Duel at Dawn," and "Treachery at Hangman's Bridge" (all with pencils by Jack Kirby). Also in this issue: "The Empty Saddle" (art by Bob Powell). Gene Colan text illustration. John Severin cover.

3 untitled Black Terror stories (last one by Ed Moritz and Ed Hamilton). Alex Schomburg cover.

Al Bryant cover, Bill Ward art.

Spring 1948 issue. Three Blackhawk stories plus Chop Chop back-up story. Reed Crandall art.

Al Bryant cover, Reed Crandall and Bill Ward art.

Cover art by Reed Crandall. Skagg's Raiders, pencils by Wally Wood; Andre falls victim to a rescue ruse and is kidnapped by the Bandit Skaggs deep in the jungle and forced to teach him how to fly the Blackhawk's plane. Chop Chop's Double Trouble, art by Bill Ward. Only Skin Deep text story. Kauno, Atoll of Mystery starring Blackhawk and Morbius, art by Reed Crandall. The Ghost Host one-page story starring Wun Cloo, script and art by Jack Cole. 36 pgs. $0.10.

Cover pencils by Reed Crandall. The Treachery of Stanislaus, art by Reed Crandall; A look-a-like double agent disguised as Stanislaus infiltrates the team. Untitled Chop Chop story, art by Jack Cole. Untitled Blackhawk story, art by Reed Crandall. Death By Catapult text story starring King Chandro. Untitled Blackhawk story, art by Reed Crandall. 36 pgs. $0.10.