Nightwing #[2]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis volume collects Nightwing #9-16, continuing Dick Grayson's early solo adventures as he establishes himself in Blüdhaven. The story arc sees Nightwing facing off against a new villain, the mysterious and brutal Blockbuster, while also dealing with the lingering shadows of his past as Robin. The collection deepens the character's journey toward independence from Batman's shadow, blending street-level crime-fighting with personal drama.
In "Die Trying," Nightwing finds himself unexpectedly wealthy and channels that into building a high-powered new car, testing his limits both on the road and in the shadows. As tensions rise with Tad, who’s locked in a tense conversation with a man who once wore the Tarantula mantle, the city’s danger escalates—culminating in a chilling appearance by Man-Bat in the final panel. Written by Chuck Dixon and brought to life by Scott McDaniel’s dynamic art, with inks by Karl Story and colors by Roberta Tewes and Jamison, this 1999 issue blends sleek ambition with the ever-present edge of Gotham’s underworld. The cover, also by McDaniel and Story, captures the moment’s intensity with sharp, striking detail.
In "Mutt," Nightwing forms an unexpected bond with a troubled youth while navigating the shadows of Gotham, where a relentless vigilante known as Tad takes it upon himself to clean up the neighborhood—one questionable act at a time. The story unfolds in the quiet tension between protection and punishment, as Nightwing watches the line between hero and fanatic blur.
In "Dead Meat," Nightwing finds himself in a grim predicament when he and Batman are ambushed and nearly devoured by a pack of vicious pigs. Sent to eliminate them, the mercenary duo of Lady Vic and the enigmatic Stallion take on a job that’s as bizarre as it is deadly.
In "Warriors Two," Nightwing faces off against a dangerous trio of villains—Lady Vic, Stallion, and the seemingly unstoppable Blockbuster—during a brutal clash that leaves one of them buried under a collapsing house, presumed dead. The story unfolds with tight, kinetic pacing, showcasing the grit and tactical flair that define these characters in the shadows of Gotham.
In "Wheels," Nightwing finds himself unexpectedly wealthy and channels his new fortune into building a custom car, turning heads and raising eyebrows. As he navigates the spotlight, old ties resurface when Tad becomes increasingly agitated discussing the man who once wore the Tarantula mask. The issue ends with a sudden, ominous appearance from Man-Bat.
In "The Stalking Skies," Nightwing tracks a rogue Man-Bat through the neon-lit streets of Gotham, where every shadow holds a threat. As the creature’s erratic behavior pushes Nightwing to his limits, a sudden presence in the final frame hints at a new player in the chaos—Deathstroke, standing amidst the wreckage, having brought down the beast.
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↩ Reprints Nightwing #9 (1997), Nightwing #10 (1997), Nightwing #11 (1997), Nightwing #12 (1997), Nightwing #13 (1997), Nightwing #14 (1997), Nightwing #15 (1997), Nightwing #16 (1998), Nightwing #17 (1998), Nightwing #18 (1998)
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