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Batman - February 2002


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February 6th
BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #152
Written by J.M DeMatteis; art by Trevor Von Eeden and José Luis García-López; cover by John Cassaday

In stores February 6. "Grimm," Part 4 of 5. If you thought Mother Grimm was bad for Batman's and Robin's health, wait until you meet Cyanide! She's the flip side of Mother Grimm's "goodness," and she's out for blood!
32 pages, $2.25

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BATGIRL #25
Written by Kelley Puckett; art and cover by Damion Scott and Robert Campanella

In stores February 6. Extra-sized issue! This is it! It's the fight fans have been clamoring for since issue #8. It's the rematch between Batgirl and Lady Shiva…to the death! In issue #23, Batgirl trained hard for this…but is she ready? Who ends up as the #1 martial artist in the DC Universe? Let's put it this way: How bad is Cassandra's death wish? For more information, see the feature article.
40 pages, $3.25

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February 13th
DETECTIVE COMICS #767
Written by Greg Rucka and Judd Winick; art by Steve Lieber, Cliff Chiang and Mick Gray; cover by John McCrea

In stores February 13. "Bruce Wayne: Murderer?" Part 8 — featuring the debut of new penciller Steve Lieber (Whiteout)! Is Sasha going to say Bruce committed the murder in order to get out of jail? Plus, chapter 5 in the "Josie Mac" backup serial, from writer Judd Winick (GREEN LANTERN) and artist Cliff Chiang (WONDER WOMAN: OUR WORLDS AT WAR).
40 pages, $2.50

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NIGHTWING #66
Written by Chuck Dixon; art by Rick Burchett and Rob Leigh; cover by Michael Golden

In stores February 13. "Bruce Wayne: Murderer?" Part 9! As Dick and Barbara dig deeper into the circumstances surrounding Bruce Wayne's arrest, Lockhaven erupts into fiery chaos!
32 pages, $2.25

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AZRAEL: AGENT OF THE BAT #87
Written by Dennis O'Neil; art by Sergio Cariello and James Pascoe; cover by Scott McDaniel and Cariello

In stores February 13. An assignment for Sister Lilhy leads Azrael to encounter a new foe. Will Jean Paul's mysteriously increased strength be enough to deal with a new metagene-enhanced menace?
32 pages, $2.50

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HARLEY QUINN #17
Written by Karl Kesel; art and cover by Terry Dodson and Rachel Dodson

In stores February 13. At last, at long last, because absolutely no one demanded it! A certain man dressed in red and blue and endowed with tremendous abilities we could only describe as super, swoops onto the scene! That's right, it's…Bizarro? Am confused? Don't be! Finally, someone who'll appreciate Miss Harleen's humor! But what could the Man of…well, something, want with our petite criminal half-mastermind?
32 pages, $2.25

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February 20th
BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #26
Written by Devin Grayson, Cyrus Voris and Chris Bachalo; art by Roger Robinson, Bachalo, and John Floyd; cover by Brian Bolland

In stores February 20. "Bruce Wayne: Murderer?" Part 10! As Bruce Wayne languishes in prison on a brutal murder charge, his closest allies try and come to terms with the horrific reality of the situation. Only…not everyone who loves him thinks he's completely innocent. Plus, a Batman Black & White backup, "Bruce Wayne is Batman!," written by Cyrus Voris & Chris Bachalo, with art by Bachalo (STEAMPUNK).
40 pages, $2.50

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ROBIN #99
Written by Chuck Dixon; art by Pete Woods and Andrew Pepoy; cover by Todd Nauck and Pepoy

In stores February 20. "Bruce Wayne: Murderer?" Part 11, guest-starring the BIRDS OF PREY. Bruce Wayne stands accused of murder, but Robin's got to rescue a close friend. The secret behind Kip's strange behavior is revealed, while Alfred goes undercover to investigate a suspect in the Bruce Wayne case and Robin and Spoiler join forces once more!
32 pages, $2.25

Look for the CLASSIC ROBIN MINI-BUST and the JUST-US-LEAGUE OF STUPID HEROES: ALFRED E. NEUMAN AS ROBIN ACTION FIGURE, offered by DC Direct.

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BIRDS OF PREY #40
Written by Chuck Dixon; art by Rick Leonardi and Jesse Delperdang; cover by Phil Noto

In stores February 20. "Bruce Wayne: Murderer?" Part 12! Black Canary picks up an unwanted sidekick in the Spoiler as she investigates the crime for which Bruce Wayne is accused. Meanwhile, Oracle begins to learn the secret that may have led to the murder, and Robin arrives just in time as the case against Bruce Wayne takes a dramatic turn. All that, and some disturbing news for Blue Beetle, too!
32 pages, $2.50

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February 27th
BATMAN #600
Written by Ed Brubaker with Patton Oswalt; art by Scott McDaniel, Stefano Gaudiano, James Tucker, Sergio Aragonés, Andy Owens, and Eric Shanower; cover by McDaniel

In stores February 27. Part 1 of "Bruce Wayne: Fugitive" kicks off in this special 64-page issue! Bruce Wayne is suspected of committing murder and is confronted by his allies in the Batcave — resulting in Batman and Nightwing going toe-to-toe in an amazing display of combat between teacher and student. This confrontation ends with a shocking betrayal by Batman and a startling new direction for the Batman titles! Plus, backup stories round out this issue featuring the talents of Stefano Gaudiano & Eric Shanower, James Tucker, and Patton Oswalt & Sergio Aragonés. For more information, see the feature article.
64 pages, $3.95

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BATMAN: GOTHAM ADVENTURES #47
Written by Scott Peterson and Tim Levins; art by Levins and Terry Beatty; cover by Bob Smith and Beatty

In stores February 27. When the criminal doesn't match up with the crime, Batman makes the rounds in Gotham's underworld and learns there may be a crook in the long arm of the law.
32 pages, $1.99

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CATWOMAN #4
Written by Ed Brubaker; art by Darwyn Cooke and Mike Allred; cover by Cooke

In stores February 27. It's the climactic finish to the strangest case in Catwoman's career. Catwoman finds herself face-to-face with the serial killer she's been pursuing, but he's like nothing she's ever seen in her adventurous life! A battle royale ensues, as Catwoman must take one heck of a drastic measure to stop the threat — and save her own life!
32 pages, $2.50

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THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN #3
Written and illustrated by Frank Miller; cover by Miller

In stores February 27. [New Release Date: July 31] The "grand finale" to comics' most eagerly-awaited sequel. Let's be honest — you don't want to know what really goes on in this issue before you get a chance to watch it unfold for yourself. So let's just say that it's our humble opinion you aren't going to be disappointed! Frank Miller and Lynn Varley bring their considerable talents to bear on the Batman epic of the decade!
80 pages, (3 of 3), Prestige Format, $7.95

 

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BATMAN #1 — CHROMIUM (MILLENNIUM EDITION) — relist
Written by Gardner Fox, Bill Finger, Paul Gustavson, George Shute, Ted Raye, Guy Monroe, and George Papp; art by Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, Sheldon Moldoff, Gustavson, Raye, and Papp; cover by Kane and Robinson

In stores February 27. Reoffered to coincide with the release of BATMAN #600, this special Millennium Edition reprint is the first comic dedicated exclusively to the Dark Knight — featuring a chromium cover! This classic 1940 issue pitted the Dynamic Duo against the menaces of the Joker, Catwoman (referred to as "the Cat"), and Professor Hugo Strange. Also included: a 2-page retelling of Batman's origin. Note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated.
64 pages, PI

 
BATMAN: OUTLAWS — relist
Written by Doug Moench; art and cover by Paul Gulacy and Charles Yoakum

In stores February 6. Reoffered to coincide with the release of VERTIGO's S.C.I.-SPY miniseries, this hit 3-parter — featuring Batman, Robin, Nightwing, Huntress, and Batgirl — is also by the S.C.I.-SPY creative team of Doug Moench and Paul Gulacy.
#1 (of 3): 48 pages, Prestige Format, $4.95
#2 (of 3): 48 pages, Prestige Format, $4.95
#3 (of 3): 48 pages, Prestige Format, $4.95