Shadow of the Batman #2

Jan 1986 · DC · 1.75 USD; 2.50 CAD

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In "The Dead Yet Live," Bruce Wayne seeks refuge at the secluded Graytowers hospital after a brutal clash with Dr. Phosphorus, only to find the facility harboring a far more sinister agenda. As Hugo Strange manipulates patients into obedient puppets, Batman is ambushed by a venomous snake—leading to a shocking revelation that exposes his true identity. Written by Steve Englehart and brought to life with chilling precision by Marshall Rogers (pencils and colors) and Terry Austin (inks), this 1986 issue delivers a tense, atmospheric thriller with a cover by Marshall Rogers that captures the story’s creeping dread.

Contains 3 stories

The Dead Yet Live

17 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Rupert ThorneDr. Phosphorus (flashbck, cameo)Alfred PennyworthSilver St. CloudHugo Strange [also as Dr. Todhunter]Magda

In "The Dead Yet Live," Bruce Wayne seeks recovery at the secluded Graytowers hospital after a brutal clash with Dr. Phosphorus, only to find the facility harboring a far more sinister agenda. As he uncovers Hugo Strange’s twisted experiments turning patients into obedient shells, Batman’s cover is nearly shattered when a venomous snake attack leaves him vulnerable—just as Strange learns the truth behind the cowl.

I Am the Batman!

17 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Hugo Strange [also as Bruce Waynealso as Batman]MagdaAlfred PennyworthSilver St. CloudRobin [Dick Grayson]Rupert ThornePenguin (cameo)Joker (cameo)

In "I Am the Batman!", Hugo Strange, masquerading as Bruce Wayne, auctions off the Dark Knight’s true identity—pushing the stakes dangerously high. When Boss Thorne demands the truth by force and Silver grows suspicious of the man pretending to be Bruce, Dick Grayson steps in as Robin to free the real Batman from Strange’s grasp.

A Canterbury Tail

6 pp · War, Science Fiction

John B. Temple-SmytheMacDoogle