Batman: The Knight #1
In "The Knight Part 1," a young Bruce Wayne struggles to fit in at Gotham Academy, standing up to a bully in a moment that foreshadows the path ahead. Years later, as a young man grappling with his emotions, he seeks help from Dr. Hugo Strange to confront his inner turmoil. Written by Chip Zdarsky and illustrated by Carmine Di Giandomenico, with colors by Ivan Plascencia and letters by Pat Brosseau, this issue sets a grounded, introspective tone for the series, with a cover by Carmine Di Giandomenico.
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As a boy, Bruce has difficulty fitting in at Gotham Academy, and gets into a fight with a bully. As a young man, Bruce is referred to see Hugo Strange to deal with his anger issues.
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