Gotham Central Omnibus #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis 2022 edition collects the acclaimed DC series Gotham Central, which shifts the focus from Batman to the detectives of the Gotham City Police Department's Major Crimes Unit as they navigate high-stakes cases and the shadow of the city's vigilante. Written by Ed Brubaker and Greg Rucka with art by Michael Lark and others, the omnibus gathers the entire 40-issue run plus tie-ins, offering a gritty, grounded take on Gotham's crime-ridden streets.
In "In the Line of Duty 1," the Gotham Central Detectives push forward in their hunt for Angie Molina, interrogating the Joker with brutal intensity. As tensions explode in the precinct, violence erupts in a shocking turn that leaves the team reeling. With time running out and a deadly trap set, Detective Patton faces a life-or-death race to disarm a bomb—just as Batman arrives on the scene. Written by Ed Brubaker and Greg Rucka, with Michael Lark’s sharp art and Stefano Gaudiano’s inks bringing the tension to life, this pivotal story is a harrowing look at duty, chaos, and the cost of justice in Gotham. The cover, by Michael Lark, captures the grim weight of the moment.
In "In the Line of Duty 1," Detective Driver and Fields follow a lead that takes them to a run-down motel, where they unexpectedly confront Mr. Freeze—only for the villain to kill Fields in cold blood. As Montoya and Allen step in to investigate, the case quickly spirals into something far more dangerous than a simple kidnapping.
In "Motive, Part One," detectives Chandler and Driver dive into the mysterious death of Bonnie Lewis, while Sarge races through Gotham’s rooftops in a desperate bid to stop Firebug’s escalating arson spree. As flames rage and the city teeters on chaos, the line between justice and intervention blurs—especially when Batman steps in to save lives the police can’t reach.
In "Motive, Part Two," Detective Chandler and Driver press forward with their investigation into the mysterious death of Bonnie Lewis, following a trail that grows more complex with every clue. Meanwhile, the rest of the Gotham Central team closes in on Firebug’s hidden location, setting the stage for a tense confrontation.
In "Motive, Part Three," Detective Driver and Chandler follow a twisted trail that links the murder of Bonnie Lewis to the resurgence of the Firebug threat. As they unravel the connection, they uncover a shocking twist: the original Firebug’s suit was sold on G-Bay, and the new villain is none other than Mr. Combs, whose criminal performance finally lands him in custody.
In "Half a Life, Part One," Detective Montoya finds herself caught in a storm of scandal when Mary Lipari, the woman she arrested, sues her after Lipari’s attacker walks free on a technicality. As a private investigator working for Lipari turns up dead and Internal Affairs begins to suspect Montoya, a mysterious photo of her and her lover appears on the precinct bulletin board—unexplained, unverified, and impossible to ignore.
In "Half a Life, Part Two," Detective Montoya grapples with the fallout of her public outing, navigating strained relationships within her squad and at home. Tensions flare when she confronts Marty Lipari outside Renee’s girlfriend’s apartment, setting off a chain of events that takes a deadly turn when Lipari is found murdered. The story unfolds with quiet intensity, probing the personal costs of truth in a city where secrets are currency.
In "Half a Life, Part Three," Detective Montoya finds herself trapped in a nightmare when her own service revolver is discovered at the scene of Marty Lipari’s murder, and a half kilo of heroin—missing from a case file—turns up planted in her apartment. With Internal Affairs closing in and her reputation hanging by a thread, Montoya must unravel the truth before the system she’s sworn to destroys her from within.
In "Half a Life, Part Four," Detective Montoya is taken hostage by Two-Face’s men during a prisoner transport, forcing her to confront the criminal’s twisted game. Meanwhile, Josie Mac joins the M.C.U. and teams up with Detective Allen, uncovering a trail that points to Inspector Conway as the key figure behind the scheme.
In "Half a Life, Conclusion," Batman guides the M.C.U. team to a tense showdown with Two-Face, who’s holding Detective Montoya captive. With the truth exposed and the villain finally taken, Montoya walks free—but the scars of being revealed, even under duress, linger in the quiet aftermath.
In "Soft Targets, Part One of Four," the streets of Gotham grow colder when the Mayor is assassinated in front of the police brass, and a second sniper strike claims Superintendent Purnell and an investigating officer. With the Joker still at large and the city reeling, the M.C.U. makes the rare call—activating the Bat-Signal to bring in the one force that might stop the chaos before it spreads.
In "Soft Targets, Part Two of Four," the Gotham Central Detectives are thrust into a terrifying game when the Joker’s fingerprints are linked to the mayor’s murder, sparking a media frenzy. With a live webcam feed and a chilling countdown, he taunts the M.C.U., turning the city’s streets into a stage for his next deadly act.
In "Soft Targets, Part Three of Four," the Gotham Central Detectives press on in their hunt for the Joker, following a lead to the gun dealer who supplied his rifle. When the acting Mayor orders the arrest of a low-level gang known as the Killer Clowns—unaware they’re mere pawns—the team’s focus shifts abruptly. Just as Lt. Probson steps outside for a smoke, the Joker himself walks up and surrenders, leaving the detectives stunned.
In "Soft Targets, Part Four of Four," the Gotham Central Detectives press Joker for information on Angie Molina, leading to a brutal escalation when Lt. Probson’s interrogation turns deadly. As chaos erupts and Captain Sawyer intervenes, Detective Chandler and Patton race against time to locate Molina—only to face a devastating explosion that leaves Patton gravely injured. Batman’s sudden arrival adds urgency to a mission already teetering on the edge.
In "Life Is Full of Disappointments," the weight of loss settles over Gotham Central as Lieutenant Probson’s funeral marks a quiet turning point, replaced by the arrival of new commander Lieutenant David Cornwell. Sergeant Davies and Detective Crowe dive into a grim investigation after two corpses—Stephanie Becker and another victim—are discovered, both poisoned, both linked to Washburn Pharmaceuticals.
In "Life Is Full of Disappointments Part Two," the Gotham Central detectives press forward on a chilling case involving the deaths of two accountants at Washburn Pharmaceuticals, balancing procedural rigor with the city’s ever-present shadows. As the investigation deepens, Sergeant Del Arrazio turns to the Huntress for help, forging an uneasy alliance that tests the limits of law and vigilance.
In "Life Is Full of Disappointments Part Three," detectives Bartlett and Del Arrazio dig into the murder of two accountants at Washburn Pharmaceuticals, uncovering a web of secrets that tests the limits of loyalty and trust. With Arrazio’s ties to both the FBI and the Mafia, every lead brings them closer to a truth that could unravel more than just a case.
In "Unresolved, Part One," Detective Driver is drawn into a tense hostage situation when Kenny Booker, a man with a tragic past, takes a McDonald’s staff member hostage and demands to speak with him. After Kenny’s death, Driver and Detective Josie Mac begin unraveling a decade-old mystery tied to the devastating bombing of a high school baseball team—where Kenny was one of only two survivors—and uncover disturbing clues that point toward the Mad Hatter.
In "Unresolved, Part Two," detectives Marcus Driver and Josie Mac dig deeper into the decade-old bombing of a high school baseball team, tracking leads with the help of retired officer Harvey Bullock and a chilling encounter with the Mad Hatter. As tensions rise, Bullock takes matters into his own hands, confronting the Penguin in a volatile move that throws the investigation into new, unpredictable territory.
In "Unresolved, Part Three," detectives Driver and Josie Mac press forward in their investigation into the bombing of a high-school baseball team, their path taking them through the tense corridors of Arkham Asylum. When the Mad Hatter attempts an escape, the situation erupts in violence—leaving the detectives in the aftermath of a shocking gunshot.
In "Unresolved, Part Four," detectives Driver and Jo navigate the aftermath of a high-school baseball team bombing, where tensions explode when Bullock confronts Penguin's henchmen—leading to a violent standoff that tests the limits of justice and restraint. The story lingers in the gray, where duty and fury collide, and the cost of closure isn't easily measured.
In "Corrigan, Part One," detectives Montoya and Allen find themselves in the middle of a violent gang hit orchestrated by the Black Spider. Amid the chaos, Allen fatally shoots the criminal, but the aftermath brings a shocking accusation—one of the suspects claims Allen shot him while he was already restrained. Meanwhile, Jim Corrigan’s secret trade in stolen evidence through G-Bay begins to unravel.
In "Corrigan, Part Two," Detective Montoya and Inspector Esperanza race to uncover the truth behind a bullet that could exonerate Detective Allen, following a trail that leads to Jim Corrigan and a mysterious sale on G-Bay to Jennifer Gordon-Hewitt. The investigation blurs lines between justice, guilt, and the shadowy web of Gotham’s underworld.
In "Keystone Kops, Part One," Jo and Miguel’s tense confrontation takes a dangerous turn when they flee into an abandoned hideout once used by Dr. Alchemy. What starts as a personal clash escalates when a spilled chemical reaction ignites chaos, leaving cop Andy Kelly injured while trying to intervene. As detectives Allen and Montoya step in to unravel the mystery, the line between past secrets and present danger begins to blur.
In "Keystone Kops, Part Three," Detective Montoya and Allen bring Dr. Alchemy to Gotham in a desperate bid to cure Officer Kelly, only to find his presence worsens her condition. The investigation takes a darker turn as the team grapples with the consequences of their choice, testing the limits of science and justice in the heart of Gotham.
In "Keystone Kops, Part Four," Detective Montoya faces a city on edge as the monstrous creature born from Andy Kelly's transformation runs rampant through Gotham. As the chaos unfolds, she finds herself navigating both the danger on the streets and the fragile, growing bond with her father after her family learns the truth about her relationship with Jo.
In "Nature," two corrupt Gotham cops make a fatal mistake when their violent tactics go too far, killing a runaway who was under Poison Ivy’s protection. As they scramble to cover their tracks, the eco-terrorist makes it clear that some boundaries in Gotham are not meant to be crossed.
In "Dead Robin, Part One," Gotham Central detectives face a chilling mystery when a body clad in a Robin costume is discovered in an alley. As they navigate the city’s underbelly, their investigation takes a sharp turn when Detective Chandler confronts the Penguin—only to witness and shoot Batman in a moment that shatters the line between ally and enemy.
In "Dead Robin, Part Two of Four," the mystery deepens as Gotham’s streets grow colder and the city’s heroes are left questioning what they’ve been told. When another body believed to be Robin is pulled from Gotham Bay, the Teen Titans arrive to confirm the truth: the one they found isn’t the real Robin, and Tim Drake joins Stacy on the rooftop to deliver the unsettling news.
In "Dead Robin, Part Three of Four," Jo returns Detective Chandler's weapon to Stacy, setting off a new wave of tension as a second boy—dressed as Robin—is found dead. The detectives dig deeper, uncovering eerie connections between the victims and reporter Simon Lippman, unraveling a mystery that blurs the line between crime and costume.
In "Dead Robin Conclusion," the Gotham Central detectives close in on a chilling serial killer who has been murdering boys and posing them as Robin, but the case takes a dangerous turn when the killer demands to speak only to Batman—offering a single clue to the location of the third victim. The story unfolds with tense precision, blending crime procedural depth with the shadowy presence of Gotham’s vigilante, leaving the outcome in suspense.
In "Sunday Bloody Sunday," Detective Allen and Montoya arrive at the scene of a catastrophic clash between the Spectre and Captain Marvel, their arrival marking the violent end of a battle that has left the city reeling. As the dust settles, Allen walks his injured partner home, then heads back through a Gotham that feels more dangerous with every step.
In "Corrigan II, Part One," Detective Allen closes in on the truth behind James Corrigan, the city’s Lead Crime Scene Technician, as a dangerous web of secrets begins to unravel. With his partner Montoya’s past entanglement with Corrigan making her a liability, Allen must navigate the investigation alone—until a sudden, violent end cuts his pursuit short.
In "Corrigan II, Part Two," the Gotham Central detectives confront the grim aftermath of Detective Allen’s death, launching a desperate manhunt to bring down Jim Corrigan and the corrupt officers who served alongside him. With trust shattered and the city on edge, the investigation takes a dangerous turn as old alliances are tested and the line between justice and vengeance blurs.
In "Corrigan II, Part Three," the weight of unresolved justice presses hard on Gotham Central as the department grapples with the fallout from Detective Crispus Allen’s death and the mounting evidence pointing to Jim Corrigan. Torn between duty and conscience, Detective Renee Montoya reaches a breaking point, forcing her to walk away from the badge she once swore to uphold.
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