Cover: Michael Wm. Kaluta

The Batman Family #17

Apr 1978 · DC · 1.00 USD

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In "Scars," a 1978 DC classic, Batman delves into a mystery surrounding missing celebrities, uncovering a web of hidden connections tied to a group of misfits with unusual scars. Written by Gerry Conway and brought to life with moody, detailed art by Jim Aparo—both pencils and inks—and vibrant colors by Adrienne Roy, the story weaves together Dick Grayson’s visit to Gotham with Lori’s search for her ex, the Huntress’s quest for guidance from Earth-Two’s former Batwoman Kathy Kane, and a chilling link to an amusement park housing the very outcasts Batman once encountered. The cover, a striking portrait by Michael Wm. Kaluta, captures the story’s haunting tone.

Contains 3 stories

Scars

23 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Margo Mulhare [as Millie?]Scar [Desmond MallardDrake]Alfred PennyworthLori EltonThe Huntress [Helena Wayne]Batwoman [Kathy Kane]hotel conciergeamusement park custodianBatman [Bruce Wayne] (Earth-Two, cameo flashback)Catwoman [Selina Kyle] (Earth-Two, cameo flashback)Justice Society [Dr. Mid-Nite [Charles McNider]Green Lantern [Alan Scott]Wildcat [Ted Grant]Dr. Fate [Kent Nelson]Flash [Jay Garrick]Hawkman [Carter Hall]The Star Spangled Kid [Sylvester Pemberton]] (cameo flashback)

In "Scars," Batman investigates a string of celebrity disappearances tied to a network of misfits with hidden pasts, while Robin and Lori Elton navigate their own emotional stakes at an eerie amusement park. The Huntress arrives from Earth-Two seeking guidance, leading Batman to reconnect with the retired Batwoman, now working among the park’s residents—where secrets run deeper than scars.

Horoscopes of Crime!

21 pp · Superhero

Batgirl [Barbara Gordon]Poison Ivy [Pamela Isley]The Huntress [Helena Wayne]Catwoman [Selina Kyle]Madame ZodiacSenator Thomas ClearyAndrew PayneSheik Sarim Al-SabarVictor AzziziKing Singye BirendraTodd CarmelCatfish TurnerCatwoman [Selina Kyle] (Earth 2)Batwoman [Kathy Kane]

In "Horoscopes of Crime!", the Huntress seeks guidance from Batwoman, who then turns to Batgirl for advice—bringing together two generations of heroines. Meanwhile, the enigmatic Madame Zodiac teams up with Poison Ivy and Catwoman to harness a mysterious object, using astrological schemes to challenge Batgirl and the Huntress in a battle of wits and wills.

There's a Demon Born Every Minute

19 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne] (cameo)Batgirl [Barbara Gordon] (cameo)The Huntress [Helena Wayne] (cameo)Morgaine Le FeyThe Demon [Jason Blood]Man-Bat [Kirk Langstrom]Francine LangstromRebecca Langstrom