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Cover: Jim Aparo & Rodney Ramos

Batman in the Eighties #[nn]

Nov 2004 · DC · 19.95 USD; 30.95 CAD
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This collection brings together a selection of Batman stories originally published throughout the 1980s, showcasing the character's evolution during a transformative decade for DC Comics. The volume includes tales from various creative teams, highlighting key moments and shifts in tone that defined the Dark Knight's adventures in that era.

In "Shadow Play," Batman faces a chillingly personal threat as the Joker throws a birthday party for himself, turning Gotham into a stage for chaos and inviting the city’s most vulnerable to witness the spectacle. With time running out and the stakes higher than ever, the Caped Crusader must unravel the Joker’s twisted plan before the fireworks ignite. Written by Len Wein and brought to life by Walter Simonson’s dynamic art, with inks by Dick Giordano and colors by Glynis Wein, this 2004 issue delivers a tense, atmospheric showdown, all framed by Jim Aparo’s striking cover and Rodney Ramos’s sharp inks.

Contains 9 stories
Shadow Play
18 pp · Superhero
BatmanMan-Bat

In "Shadow Play," Bruce, Dick, and Alfred settle back into Wayne Manor, only to be interrupted by Francine Langstrom, who demands Bruce honor his promise to find and rescue her son Kirk. With the weight of the past pressing in, Batman takes young Rebecca into the depths of the cave system beneath the manor, where he must confront the tormented Man-Bat—still clinging to the belief that his daughter is lost and that Batman is his enemy.

He with Secrets Fears the Sound
7 pp · Superhero
Batgirl: Velvet Tiger
... When Velvet Paws Caress the Ground
7 pp · Superhero
BatgirlVelvet Tiger
To Kill a Legend
19 pp · Superhero
BatmanRobinPhantom Stranger
Transition
10 pp · Superhero
Teen TitansBatman

In "Transition," the Titans navigate the quiet aftermath of their mission to New Chronus, each grappling with personal revelations and shifting dynamics. Dick confronts the painful truth about Jason Todd’s fate, Donna faces the lingering presence of Terry’s ex-wife, Steve Dayton delivers a difficult ultimatum to Gar, Vic undergoes a medical check-up, and Danny’s time on the team comes to an abrupt end.

Pieces of Penguin!
23 pp · Superhero
BatmanRobin [Dick Grayson]
Dreadful Birthday, Dear Joker...!
18 pp · Superhero
Batman [Bruce Wayne]Catwoman [Selina Kyle]Lucius FoxCommissioner James GordonJokerAlfred PennyworthRobin [Dick Grayson]

In "Dreadful Birthday, Dear Joker...!", the Joker throws a very personal party—inviting Gotham to witness his grand celebration, with Batman’s closest allies as his unwitting guests. With time running out and fireworks set to ignite, Batman must race against the clock to stop the chaos before the city becomes part of the Joker’s twisted spectacle.

...The Player on the Other Side!
40 pp · Superhero
BatmanThe Wrath
Fear for Sale
22 pp · Superhero
BatmanRobin [Jason Todd]Scarecrow

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Full credits

writer Len Wein
colorist Glynis Wein
letterer Ben Oda
cover pencils Jim Aparo
cover inks Rodney Ramos

Reprints

↩ Reprints Batman #321 (1980), Detective Comics #500 (1981), Batman #348 (1982), Detective Comics #518 (1982), Detective Comics #519 (1982), World's Finest Comics #285 (1982), Batman Special #1 (1984), Batman #374 (1984), DC Sampler #3 (1984), Detective Comics #571 (1987), The New Titans #55 (1989)

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