Welcome back to Upcoming Comics! Release schedules have shifted around a bit the past few months, meaning that we get a ton of Bat books all on the same day. So let us not waste any time and jump right in!
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Absolute Batman #11
Learn the origin of Bane! What drives the muscle-bound behemoth, and how did he arrive in Gotham?
- Written By: Scott Snyder
- Art By: Clay Mann
Thoughts: How does a man get so huge? What macros are he hitting?
Batman News Critic: Jackson
Detective Comics #1100
In March 1937, a comic book was published that changed the world as we know it. Now, 1,099 issues later, some of comics’ top talents have gathered to celebrate the comic that birthed a legend! Tom Taylor and Mikel Janín join forces once again to tell a heartfelt and action-packed story of Batman rescuing a young boy’s best friend. Greg Rucka and Álvaro Martínez Bueno team up for a tale that asks the question: was Gotham better off before Batman? Mariko Tamaki reunites with Detective Comics collaborator Amancay Nahuelpan for a yarn that explores Bruce Wayne’s world outside of the cowl and how his double life as Batman intersects with his alter ego’s actions. Dan Watters and legendary artist Bill Sienkiewicz bring us a story that illustrates just how similar Batman’s motivations are to the criminals he has sworn to fight and how he fights against his own darkness.
- Written By: Tom Taylor, Greg Rucka, Mariko Tamaki, Dan Watters
- Art By: Mikel Janin, Alvaro Martinez Bueno, Amancay Nahuelpan, Bill Sienkiewicz
Thoughts: I might not be crazy about this run, but those are some impressive guest writers
Batman News Critic: Aaron
Batman & Robin: Year One #10
Batman and Robin have their backs against the wall as Project Gemini goes into full effect! Can the dynamic duo figure out the General’s plan, or will Gotham be lost to them forever?
- Written By: Mark Waid, Chris Samnee
- Art By: Chris Samnee
Thoughts: Calling it Project Gemini (twins) reminds me how often Batman comics use the theme of people having dual faces. There’s even a guy named after it.
Batman News Critic: Chip
Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #42
“Escape from Bizarro World” continues! Superman, Batman, and Robin—tracing a mysterious plague that is sweeping the planet—have found Patient Zero! The only cure for the Bizarros is to eradicate him—so how will the World’s Finest Trio save an entire race without murdering a sentient being?
- Written By: Mark Waid
- Art By: Adrian Gutierrez
Thoughts: I hope this continues to lean into the ridiculousness of Bizarros
Batman News Critic: Jackson
Nightwing #129
Nightwing must overcome the creature that has taken over Titans Tower and rescue his allies from its fifth-dimensional prison. But trapped in time warps and bad dreams, those who escape may be changed forever.
- Written By: Dan Watters
- Art By: Dexter Soy
Thoughts: I guess no one who knows about Kryptonian and/or Nightwing lore spoil the surprise of who this mysterious newcomer is for everyone else.
Batman News Critic: Aaron
Catwoman #78
It’s all been leading up to this! Selina is finally face-to-face with the mysterious enemy trying to bury her six feet under. Will the feline femme fatale find a way out of this predicament, or is it curtains for the cat criminal?! Find out in this special oversize issue! And don’t say we didn’t warn you when the rug gets pulled out from under you!
- Written By: Torunn Gronbekk
- Art By: Danilo Beyruth
Thoughts: I’m a little confused why this issue gets the oversized treatment. Usually that’s reserved for run premiers/finales or anniversary issues.
Batman News Critic: Akash
Titans #26
The New Gods find themselves assimilating as Earth’s new residents, but this transition is not without its difficulties. The New Gods and the Justice League have all set their sights on young Kamal, the newest New God, destined to someday become the Steed prophesied by the Source. While these benevolent forces attempt to find the right path to lead this child down, malicious entities from Earth and beyond attempt a power grab—and the DC Universe may never be the same again.
- Written By: John Layman
- Art By: Max Raynor
Thoughts: It’s always fun when they remember that Beast Boy used to be on DC’s much weirder team of misfits.
Batman News Critic: None
Beyond the Bat
Welcome to Beyond the Bat, where we take a quick look at the rest of DC’s comics coming out this week.
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Graphic Novel Watch
Sometimes you need more than floppies. Sometimes you want something that can sit nicely on your shelf that proudly displays your favorite stories. That’s when you turn to graphic novels. Let’s see what bat collections are coming out this week:
Ratings
Most Excited: Absolute Batman #11– This book has been firing on all cylinders and Bane has been an exciting villain.
Least Excited: Titans #26– Generally not a fan of all these crossovers
Wild Card: Detective Comics #1100– With so many big names, there’s plenty of opportunity for something interesting to land
Well that’s it for this week! Let us know in the comments what comics you’re looking forward to.
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