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Batman: Knightfall #3 [2000 Edition]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis volume collects the conclusion of the sprawling Knightfall saga, picking up after the catastrophic events of Knightfall and Knightquest. Here, Bruce Wayne returns from his self-imposed exile to reclaim the mantle of Batman from the violent and unstable Jean-Paul Valley, who has become corrupted by the power of the armored Batsuit. The story, known as KnightsEnd, features a climactic confrontation between the original and the replacement, testing the very definition of what it means to be the Dark Knight.
In "KnightsEnd, Part 1: Spirit of the Bat," Jean Paul Valley steps into the fray during a high-stakes clash between Catwoman and Selkirk, testing the limits of his own resolve. With Bruce Wayne, Robin, and Nightwing converging at the scene, the tension escalates as the line between protector and predator begins to blur. Written by Jo Duffy and Chuck Dixon, with dynamic art by Jim Balent and inks by Rick Burchett, this 2000 edition captures a pivotal moment in the Knightfall saga, all rendered in vivid color by Buzz Setzer and sharp lettering by Bob Pinaha, while Mike Deodato’s cover sets the tone with striking intensity.
In "KnightsEnd, Part 1: Spirit of the Bat," Bruce Wayne, still recovering from his injuries, seeks rigorous training from the formidable Lady Shiva—only to clash with her brutal philosophy when he refuses to embrace lethal force. When she frames him for the death of the Armless Master, his former student’s followers vow vengeance, forcing Bruce into a desperate fight for survival. Meanwhile, Jean-Paul Valley, now Batman, struggles under the weight of his role, haunted by the belief that his father and Saint Dumas are guiding him from beyond.
In "KnightsEnd, Part Two: Manimal Proving Ground," Bruce Wayne pushes through relentless physical and mental trials to reclaim his role as Batman, driven by a determination that borders on obsession. With Robin and Nightwing by his side, he undergoes grueling tests, culminating in his adoption of the Mask of Tengu as he grapples with the limits of his body and mind. The story captures a pivotal moment in his journey—where the line between discipline and self-destruction begins to blur.
In "Too Many Ninjas," Nightwing and Robin sneak into the Bat-Cave on a mission to uncover the truth about Jean-Paul, while he races through a personal vendetta to find the man who killed his father. Meanwhile, Bruce pushes himself through Lady Shiva’s relentless training, testing his limits in ways that blur the line between discipline and obsession.
In "Fire in the Sky," Jean Paul Valley's volatile presence disrupts Catwoman’s mission to retrieve a crucial enabler from Selkirk, escalating tensions in a high-stakes confrontation. As the chaos unfolds, Batman, Robin, and Nightwing converge to restore order—each drawn into the escalating conflict in their own way.
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