Cover: Murphy Anderson

Batman #186

Nov 1966 · DC · 0.12 USD

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In "The Joker's Original Robberies!", Batman races to protect Commissioner Gordon after a recently paroled criminal, Fred Purley, threatens him—unaware that Purley has set a trap, and Gordon has already been taken. Written by Gardner Fox and illustrated by Sheldon Moldoff, with inks by Joe Giella and letters by Gaspar Saladino, this 1966 classic features a cleverly deceptive scheme that puts the Dark Knight on the defensive. The cover, by Murphy Anderson, captures the tension with a striking image of the Joker’s chaotic scheme in full swing.

Contains 2 stories

The Joker's Original Robberies!

13.34 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Philip Perry (inventor)The Joker (villain)Joker's gang [Gagsworth A. Gagsworthy [aka Gaggy] (dwarf)other unnamed] (villains)

In "The Joker's Original Robberies!" from Batman #186 (1966), the Joker returns with a twist—this time, he’s backed by a new accomplice, Gaggy, whose humor sparks fresh, absurd schemes. With his trademark chaos and a laugh that fuels his madness, the Joker sets his sights on Gotham’s most unexpected targets, leaving Batman and Robin to untangle the madness.

Commissioner Gordon's Death-Threat!

9.67 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Commissioner James GordonFred Purley (villain)Purley's gang (villains)

In "Commissioner Gordon's Death-Threat!", Batman answers a frantic call from Commissioner Gordon, who warns that Fred Purley—recently released after a stint behind bars thanks to Gordon’s earlier conviction—has vowed revenge. As Batman rushes to protect the Gotham detective, he walks into a deadly trap, unaware that the real Gordon has already been taken and the threat is a carefully laid ambush.