Batman: The Brave and the Bold #1
In "The Winning Card, Part 1," Batman’s first year as Gotham’s protector takes a dark turn as he hunts a killer, while Captain James Gordon races to prevent the Joker from claiming a life—Henry Claridge’s. Amid the city’s shadows, a girl vanishes in a park, only to stumble into a twisted game orchestrated by the Joker. Written by Tom King and brought to life with bold, atmospheric art by Mitch Gerads, this issue blends suspense and psychological tension, with Simone Di Meo’s striking cover capturing the eerie stakes.
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In his first year, Batman tracks a killer, while Captain James Gordon responds to a threat by the Joker on the life of Henry Claridge. Meanwhile, a girl goes missing in a park at night and encounters the Joker.
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