Cover: Jim Balent

Catwoman: The Catfile #[nn]

May 1996 · DC · 9.95 USD; 13.95 CAD

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About this Collection

This 1996 collection brings together the first story arc from the second Catwoman ongoing series, originally published in issues #1-4. Written by Jo Duffy with art by Jim Balent, the tale finds Selina Kyle entangled in a web of corporate espionage and murder when she's hired to steal a mysterious computer file known as the Catfile. The story explores Selina's dual life as a thief and vigilante while introducing new allies and enemies in Gotham's underworld.

In "Kitty Cornered," Catwoman is pulled into a high-stakes heist in Paris, sent by Galiant to steal a forged painting—only to uncover a deadly trap hidden in her own arm. As she evades capture and is taken to Kaprellian’s remote mountain stronghold, she’s thrust into a tense situation where her freedom hangs in the balance and an unexpected future looms. Written by Chuck Dixon and illustrated by Jim Balent, with inks by Bob Smith, colors by Buzz Setzer, and letters by Bob Pinaha, this 1996 issue features a striking cover by Jim Balent.

Contains 5 stories

Kitty Cornered

22 pp · Superhero

CatwomanGaliantShapleighWillem Kaprellian (cameo)

In "Kitty Cornered," Catwoman finds herself caught mid-heist and recruited by a shadowy government agency led by the enigmatic Galiant. Forced into service with a cyanide implant as a leash, she’s sent on a high-stakes mission to steal a royal crown from a prince with no realm—where loyalty is a luxury and every move could be her last.

Raining Cats

22 pp · Superhero

CatwomanGaliantShapleighWillem Kaprellian (villain)Vachani (villain, Death)

Thief of Paris

22 pp · Superhero

CatwomanGaliantShapleighWillem Kaprellian (villain)DuCard (villain)

In "Thief of Paris," Catwoman finds herself deep in the heart of Paris, pulled into a high-stakes heist that quickly turns personal. Sent by Galiant to steal a forged painting, she uncovers a deadly trap hidden in her own arm—only to be captured by Kaprellian’s men and taken to his remote mountain stronghold, where Willem’s chilling announcement leaves her with a new, unwelcome fate.

Here Comes the Bride

22 pp · Superhero

CatwomanGaliantWillem Kaprellian (villain)Hildi (villain)Krystal (villain)Tito Vachani (villain)

In "Here Comes the Bride," Catwoman finds herself at the altar—reluctantly—on her wedding day, only to have the ceremony shattered by gunfire from both Galiant and Vachani, each with their own deadly agenda. As chaos erupts and the wedding guests scatter, Selena makes a swift exit, leaving behind a trail of tension and unanswered questions.

Jungle Cat

22 pp · Superhero

CatwomanPeter Klosc (villain)Galiant (cameo)Shapleigh (cameo)