Cover: Sheldon Moldoff

Batman #105

Feb 1957 · DC · 0.10 USD

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In "The Challenge of Batwoman," a 1957 DC classic, Batwoman takes it upon herself to revive a forgotten hero—only to discover the man she believes is Batman is actually the mastermind behind a criminal gang. Written by Bill Finger and illustrated by Sheldon Moldoff, with inks by Charles Paris and letters by Pat Gordon, this issue plays with identity and trust as Batman and Robin quietly guide the situation from the shadows. The cover, also by Moldoff, captures the tension of a masked figure caught between heroism and deception.

Contains 5 stories

The Challenge of Batwoman

10 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Batwoman [Kathy Kane]Curt Briggs (villain)Brigg's gang (villains)

In "The Challenge of Batwoman," Jo, the masked crimefighter, takes it upon herself to train an amnesiac man she believes is the real Batman—though he's actually the leader of a gang of crooks. With Batman injured and sidelined, he and Robin play along to keep her from danger, unaware of the deception unfolding beneath her heroic intentions.

Untitled Humor story

0.5 pp · Humor

Casey the CopSpike Eel (villain)Sarge

The Second Boy Wonder!

6 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Graysonalso as Fred Loyd]Alfred PennyworthGorilla Hardy (villain, introduction)

In "The Second Boy Wonder!" from Batman #105 (1957), the Dynamic Duo return to the Bat-Cave after defeating Gorilla Hardy and his gang, only for Robin to reveal a startling truth: he’s not Dick Grayson, but Fred Loyd, a replacement who stepped in during Dick’s absence. The twist redefines their partnership in a moment that’s equal parts mystery and loyalty, setting up a new chapter in Gotham’s crime-fighting duo.

The Mysterious Bat-Missile

8 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Commissioner James GordonBatman of the FutureGunner Tharp (villain)Tharp's gang (villains)

In "The Mysterious Bat-Missile," Batman and Robin are both intrigued and cautious when a strange, advanced vehicle suddenly appears in the Bat-Cave, offering unexpected help in their fight against crime—though its mysterious origins remain a puzzle.

Untitled Humor story

0.67 pp · Humor

Casey the CopDenny