Batman 1 (Facsimile Edition) #[nn]

Nov 2023 · DC · 6.99 USD

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A 1940s-style origin story reimagines Batman’s beginnings in this 2023 Facsimile Edition, where inventor Doctor Synce enlists Navy flier Wayne to deliver secret plans from Pensacola to the coast—only for the pilot to confront an old adversary from his past. Written by George Shute and illustrated by Raymond Perry, this faithful recreation captures the era’s spirit with art and inks by Perry and a cover by the legendary Bob Kane and Jerry Robinson.

Contains 7 stories

The Legend of the Batman--Who He Is and How He Came to Be!

2 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne] (origin)Thomas Wayne (Bruce's father, death, flashback)Martha Wayne (Bruce's mother, death, flashback)Joe Chill (villain, un-named)

The Joker

13 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]The Joker (villain) (introduction)Robin [Dick Grayson]Henry (radio listener)Henry Claridge (millionaire, death)Mrs. Claridge (Henry's wife)un-named Police ChiefJay Wilde (death)Judge Drake (death)Otto Drexel (mention only)Brute Nelson (villain, death)

In this chilling tale from Batman 1 (Facsimile Edition), the Dark Knight confronts a twisted new villain whose crimes leave a trail of dead celebrities and stolen treasures—each victim frozen in a macabre smile. With no clear motive and a growing body count, Batman must unravel a puzzle that blurs the line between obsession and madness.

Untitled Humor story

2 pp · Humor, Western-Frontier

Major BigsbeBottsunnamed Sheriff

The Giants of Hugo Strange

12 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Professor Hugo Strange (villain)Monster Men (villains, all die)

The Cat

13 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]The Cat (villain) (disguised as Miss Peggs, introduction, see notes)Robin [Dick Grayson]John TraversMartha TraversDr. Wallaceun-named ship stewardun-named Captain (of "The Dolphin")Denny (villain)

Untitled Humor story

2 pp · Humor

Ginger SnapUncle Zepun-named soda jerk

The Joker Returns

13 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Commissioner James GordonJoker (villain)Robin [Dick Grayson]Chief of Police Chalmers (death)Edgar Martin (a political reformer, death)