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Cover: Michael Wm. Kaluta

The Batman Family #19

Aug 1978 · DC · 1.00 USD
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In "The Tomb of the White Bat!", Robin uncovers a sinister criminal plot involving a mysterious Stress Tester capable of bringing down entire structures, while Dick faces a personal challenge as Lori remains distant. Written by Bob Rozakis and brought to life with sharp art by Juan Ortiz, inks by Bruce Patterson, and vibrant colors by Jerry Serpe, this 1978 issue blends suspense and emotional tension. The striking cover by Michael Wm. Kaluta adds a touch of gothic flair to the tale.

Contains 5 stories
The Tomb of the White Bat!
20 pp · Superhero
Batman [Bruce Wayne]Ambassador ChaikGranny BleachJedidiah HawkinsSarah Jimson
The Sino-Supermen
13 pp · Superhero
Batgirl [Barbara Gordon]Lewis EfremHigginsWo FongSino-Supermen

In "The Sino-Supermen," Batgirl [Barbara Gordon] is drawn into a high-stakes espionage mission when she uncovers a secret operation: the Chinese government has deployed a team of artificial super-heroes—known as the Sino-Supermen—to Washington, D.C., with the goal of stealing sensitive military intelligence. With the help of her allies Lewis Efrem and Higgins, and facing off against the enigmatic Wo Fong, Batgirl must unravel the conspiracy before the Sino-Supermen succeed.

The Crime Rate Is Earth-Shaking!
12 pp · Superhero
Robin [Dick Grayson]The Harlequin [Duela Dent]The RavenChris HobartDave CorbyGary StephansMerrillMarty

In "The Crime Rate Is Earth-Shaking!", Robin [Dick Grayson] races to stop a criminal gang wielding a mysterious Stress Tester capable of toppling buildings—just as his personal life hits a rough patch, with Lori giving him the cold shoulder. With tensions rising on both fronts, Dick must navigate a city on edge and a growing mystery that threatens more than just the skyline.

The Once and Future Man-Bat
9 pp · Superhero
Man-Bat [Kirk Langstrom]SNAFU (villain)Rebecca LangstromShe-Bat [Francine Langstrom]Captain Daniels
Gotham Town Is Burning Down!
10 pp · Superhero

When Huntress suspects Councilman Gresham is behind the South Gotham fires, she breaks into his home to find proof—only to be caught in the act. With the city on fire and trust in tatters, her investigation takes a dangerous turn.

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Fine) $11
CGC 9.8 · 3 in census $353
CGC 9.6 · 8 in census $105*
CGC 9.4 · 5 in census $60*
CGC 9.2 · 5 in census $43*
CGC 9.0 · 2 in census $35*
CGC 8.5 · 4 in census $28*
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CGC 8.0 · 2 in census $20*
CGC 7.5 · 3 in census $20*
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Cast · 5 characters

Full credits

artist Juan Ortiz
colorist Jerry Serpe
letterer Jean Simek
cover pencils, inks Michael Wm. Kaluta

Reprints

Reprinted in Comic Reader #156 (1978), Batman Taschenbuch #4 (1979), Läderlappen #7/1981 (1981), Lynvingen #5/1981 (1981), Superman Presents Adventure Comics #7 (1982), Batman #2 (1984), Huntress: Darknight Daughter #[nn] (2007), Batman Arkham: Joker's Daughter #[nn] (2018), Batgirl: The Bronze Age Omnibus #2 (2019), Legends of the Dark Knight: Michael Golden #[nn] (2019), The Huntress: Origins #[nn] (2020), Robin: The Bronze Age Omnibus #[nn] (2020)

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