Batman Annual #7
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Batman Meets Bat-Mite," a 1964 DC Annual, Alfred recounts the origins of his service to the Wayne family, revealing how he first became Bruce Wayne’s butler and later safeguarded the secret identities of Batman and Robin. Written by Bill Finger and illustrated by Bob Kane with inks by Kane, the story explores Alfred’s quiet dedication and the pivotal moment he believed he protected Batman from a man named Noyes. The cover by Sheldon Moldoff and Curt Swan captures the whimsical tone of the tale, a rare look at the butler’s personal journey in the early days of Gotham’s vigilante legacy.
When the mischievous Bat-Mite drops in from another dimension, he’s eager to assist Batman and Robin—though his so-called help only turns the Bat-Cave into a whirlwind of chaos. With magical antics and a flair for unintended consequences, this tiny interdimensional prankster proves that even the best intentions can go wildly off track.
In "The Secret Life of Bat-Hound," the loyal canine companion of Batman takes center stage when he teams up with Batwoman to rescue the Caped Crusaders after they’re trapped in a cave-in. With courage and a keen nose, Bat-Hound proves he’s more than just a sidekick—he’s a hero in his own right.
In "Bat-Girl!", Batman, Robin, and Batwoman face off against the Cobra gang—only to be paralyzed by a mysterious Electronic-Ring. Just as all seems lost, a daring new hero swings in from the shadows: a masked young woman calling herself Bat-Girl. As the Dynamic Duo and Batwoman investigate her origins, they uncover a surprising connection—she’s Kathy Kane’s niece, inspired by the legends of Gotham’s crime-fighting trio and determined to carve her own path in the night.
When Batman and Robin join forces with the mysterious new hero Mysteryman, the Dynamic Duo find themselves part of an unexpected trio—but reporter Vicki Vale is determined to expose the newcomer’s secret identity, turning the spotlight on the team’s newest member.
In "The Secret of Batman's Butler," Alfred reflects on the unexpected turn that brought him to Wayne Manor, revealing the quirky mistake that landed him the role of Bruce Wayne’s butler. Years later, he grapples with the weight of his long-held secrets—how he discovered Batman and Robin’s identities, shielded them from suspicion, and believed he’d protected Gotham’s greatest hero from a dangerous man named Noyes.
When Batman is sidelined with a broken leg, Superman arrives in Gotham to team up with Robin in tracking down the Purple Mask Mob—though it's Batman’s sharp mind that ultimately unravels the mystery from his sickbed.
In "Batwoman's Publicity Agent," Batwoman finds an unexpected ally in the mischievous Bat-Mite, whose odd behavior and sudden appearances leave the Dynamic Duo baffled. As the duo teams up to thwart a new threat, it becomes clear that Bat-Mite’s presence isn’t just a coincidence—something deeper, more personal, is driving him to protect the caped crusader.
In "The Second Batman and Robin Team," Alfred spins a whimsical tale on his new typewriter, imagining a future where Robin has grown into the new Batman—wielding the cowl and cape with quiet determination—while taking on a new young partner to carry on the legacy. As the story unfolds, the dynamic duo faces a gang of crooks in a tale that blends nostalgia with the promise of what’s to come.
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↩ Reprints World's Finest Comics #75 (1955), Detective Comics #245 (1957), Batman #110 (1957), Detective Comics #267 (1959), Batman #125 (1959), Batman #131 (1960), Batman #133 (1960), Batman #139 (1961), Batman Annual #2 (1961)
Reprinted in DC Comics Classics Library: The Batman Annuals #2 (2010)
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