Batman: City of Madness #1
In *Batman: City of Madness #1* ("Book One"), Christian Ward launches a haunting, self-contained mystery where Batman’s latest clash with Two-Face uncovers a disturbing third presence within Harvey Dent. As a sudden sinkhole tears open in Gotham, revealing a long-buried underground realm, the Court of Owls confronts a terrifying truth: their ancient prison holds a twisted, darker version of Batman—now free, and on the move. With the city unraveling above and a nightmare below, Batman must face not just the past, but a reflection he never expected. The story is illustrated, inked, colored, and lettered by Christian Ward, with cover art by Ward as well.
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During Batman's most recent battle with Two-Face, Batman becomes aware of a third personality within Harvey. Meanwhile, a sinkhole has opened up in Gotham, revealing an entrance to a forgotten buried section of Gotham, where the Court of Owls has imprisoned a dark version of Batman. When Batman Below escapes from his prison, prompting the Court of Owls to want to join forces with Batman to stop the creature.
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