Batman: Three Jokers #2 keeps the mystery alive and brings in the drama after that explosive issue #1. Granted, we are down to two Jokers, but the hits don't stop. If you thought "A Death in the Family" was rough on Jason, just wait until you read this issue. Read Full Review

I can honestly tell readers to believe the hype. Buy this comic. Read Full Review

This book is a treasure and I think it is a seminal event for both Batman lore and DC comics. A decade from now I hope we are talking about this series in the same we talk about the first Crisis event by Marv Wolfman and George Perez. I think it is that good. Read Full Review

I'm in! I'm really in. This is a great pairing of heroes and to see how they all face the purple demon(s) is going to be interesting! Read Full Review

This is the best series DC has put out this year, bar none. I can't get enough of this. Well done. Read Full Review

Although not as earth-shattering as its opening installment,Batman: Three Jokers #2 is nonetheless a master class in sequential storytelling thanks to jaw-droppingly compelling visuals. The real weight, though, isn't the inherent mystery but rather in the emotional fallout. Read Full Review

BATMAN: THREE JOKERS #2 is real. Its gritty. Its nasty. And, its scary. Read Full Review

As a mid-chapter to the trilogy this was a strong issue that sets the stage for a fascinating conclusion. So far this series definitely hasn't disappointed. Read Full Review

Batman Three Jokers #2 is available today, so make sure you pick it up at your local comic store. This is not one that you are going to want to wait to read. You can also download it via digital download from your preferred digital comic retailer. Make sure you guys let us know what you thought about the issue by leaving your comment below! Read Full Review

The complexity of the story and topics are balanced wonderfully throughout the issue. The concept of right and wrong is used wonderfully with Jason Todd and him killing a Joker. Johns and Fabok have built and created a great story that is only going to end with a Bang! Read Full Review

Batman: Three Jokers #2is a successful middle chapter to this miniseries. Johns writes a captivating story that, while light on answers, has some fantastic character insight that plays with a couple different genres. Fabok's art steals the show with his attention to detail while Anderson utilizes vivid colours to make each and every panel shine. The cliffhanger at the issue's end leads to a lot of questions around how this will turn out and where Johns is going, something every good series should do to raise the stakes and keep the intrigue fresh. Read Full Review

Two issues in, I think you could say there are more questions than answers, but the mystery is good enough to keep you coming back for more.  Read Full Review

An excellent showcase for Jason Fabok's extraordinary artwork. Read Full Review

Thus far, Batman: Three Jokers has been a well-crafted, moody, Noir-ish crime thriller that continues to deliver in its second issue. We have high hopes that it can wrap everything together and solidify itself as an important Batman story. Read Full Review

While this issue didn't "wow" me as the first one did, there is still a lot to like here, even if we're retreading some overused ground with the Jason Todd/Joker story. The art is amazing all the way through and I hope that even though this is a Black Label book and the continuity doesn't need to be a part of the mainline Batman series that we can see some growth in the Red Hood character all-around based on what we got here. Read Full Review

There's something to say about Jason's path in general. There's something to say about recovery from trauma and while we all have our own path, we still need support. All of that is there but it's never feels like any of it is really discussed or explored, it's all surface deep. Hopefully we get a bit more of these interesting ideas but as is, this is a series that feels like it knows what it wants to say but not how to say it. Read Full Review

This is one of the hardest reviews I've ever had to write, because it wasn't until writing this sentence at 5am on my birthday morning that I managed to crack how to score this beast of a comic. This is not a bad book on a technical level, and I must reserve some judgment for how issue 3 plans to tie this all together. I didn't dislike this book at all, in fact; but it's got problems that I believe persist from beginning to end, and it's going to need a bombshell of a conclusion for me to call this book the masterpiece it's trying its hardest to be. Read Full Review

Jason Todd is the target of the three Jokers. Or, rather the two surviving Clown Princes of Crime, who want to relive crimes of the past. With Red Hood in the firing line. Another derivative issue with little in the way of action, but big on atomsphere. Fabok's art saves this slow-paced story. Read Full Review

At this stage, it's hard to muster any real excitement about the pieces that Johns is putting in place. We're no closer to understanding the mystery. Johns has yet to really say anything about the themes that he seems to be playing with regarding how these characters relate to their trauma and legacies. Is there a more meta angle here? Does Johns consider himself to be Jason Todd in this story? Torn between the weight of his own legacy and criticism that he just stood on the shoulders of those that came before him? That might be a bit of a stretch but you can make a case for it. Three Jokers remains a perplexing entry in the DC canon and one that is hard to reckon with on a chapter-by-chapter basis. Read Full Review

Ultimately, Batman: Three Jokers tries to tie together aspects of the origins of these characters in a way to make some cool connections, but feels way too forced. It's ok to have some unanswered questions. If you spell it all out, it will never live up to that mystery that's been built up for decades. Read Full Review

Johns story continues to plod along with limited intrigue into the larger scheme of the villain and the Bat-family, but with a few developments that may elicit a surprised "huh!" from readers and one in particular that might incite an online riot (for no narrative reason). Read Full Review

I love everything about this

Great art and an interesting story. Nothing wrong with this one so far!

More perfection! A little character development for our trio of heroes as well.

I ******* loved this! Fantastic character work and Fabok is turning in career best work here! Could not be more excited for this finale!

The best song to listen to while reading this is 'Harmonielehre: II. The Anfortas Wound' -- this entire issue is drenched with eeriness. Best to read on a rainy night, with the lights off, a lamplight on... Chilling.

Fabok’s drawing is amazing and Geoff John’s writing never fails I am waiting for the last issue to see how John’s concludes the book

I've to be honest I want more developed the Jason/Barbara "romance". The art makes worth this book. The story is good, I really like this issue, although it leaves a strange feeling, since when I finished reading it I felt as if nothing had happened in the story, but reading it in depth, a lot of things really happen. I hope it's the calm before the storm and the story closes in style.

Very good develop of characters. I hope in the next number continue development Barbara and Jason relationship, and Jason back to reason.

This issue surprised me. Many theories that I had about story were discarded. As always the art and color is 10.

Almost perfect! The best DC has done in years, Fabok's work is impeccable, the art is great.
Despite having read some reviews that point to the kiss between Barbara and Jason, that was not the strange thing here.
Seeing a supportive Batman with Jason WAS REALLY WEIRD, Barbara making judgments, it's not. Another thing is how Barbara confuses one of the poisoned with Jason when neither the cut nor the body has anything to do with Jason, finally there is the scene where Jason wakes up and now has underwear, which makes me wonder, those boxers belong to Bruce or Barbara? Or maybe they didn't want to get the sex out of Jason like they did with Bruce to prevent people from being scared with body parts, I can't imagine the horror that must be for these people when they enter an art exhibition, look at all those painting, sculpture and photography with nudes, really traumatic for them.
The scene when Jason and Barbara talk about their traumas and pain was excellent, we can appreciate that thanks to Barbara having positive parental support, she was able to get ahead (which makes Bruce see two times in this issue), on the other hand Jason has never counted on a real support network from anyone. It is completely justifiable that they get carried away, it would even have been justifiable for them to come to something more than a kiss, however Barbara retracts and like a good bat asks them to return to work.
On the other hand Bruce is struggling with his own burden, between the murderer of his parents and the Joker, I think that's a lot to deal with for the man. more

The quality of miniseries is getting better and better.Obviously, Johns takes inspiration from "A Death in the family" but his approach is more psychological.Jason Todd is in the spotlight as it is logical, Barbara a little less but still plays an important role.The two of them become a couple is a little weird but it makes sense in a way.Both of them had a trauma caused by Joker so they can understand each other.Also, they shared a really heartful and strong moment.Although they developed completely different personalities and handle the situations differently as Batman said correclty.
Jason becoming the new Joker it may seem crazy but is logical.Considering his bad day and all the things that he has done after that, he makes the perfect candidate.
A nice detail is how Jokers refer to the things they had done.It doesn't matter which Joker did which act, the three of them is one, they are the Joker, Joker is an idea. more

Jason Fabok's art is outstanding in this series. I'm thoroughly enjoying this story, although I will say...I really dislike when Joker's jokes are this level of cheesy. Like, who would find that funny? Absolutely nobody. Part of the appeal of the Joker is that he is incredibly clever and witty and would actually be genuinely funny if he wasn't so sadistic and terrifying. Like in Killing Joke he even made Batman laugh, but the octopus joke in this issue was just...really bad. And then the Joe Chill joke was even worse. That's my only gripe, and granted it is a small one, but it's one that bugs me.

Otherwise, great issue.

The way this book handles Jason's trauma and it's themes is really something else.
That comics is one for the ages.

This story is so always suprising me and I love it!

As alaways, Jason Fabok's art is phenomenal. He really does wonders here. And paired with Johns, this is another amazing issue. Not the masterpiece 10/10 the first one was but close. There are some things that happen here that may anger some fans but I didn't mind it that much. A little, but not a deal-breaker, as I don't know yet how they will resolve those things.

The only real problem I have with this is that I don't want it to end after the next issue.

Though not at the heights of the first issue, in my opinion, this was still another strong read for this miniseries. Fabok's art delivers once again and Johns continues to put out a super interesting story. I don't really know how I feel about the stuff towards to end with Barbara and Jason, but it doesn't drastically alter my score of this issue or anything.

I'm pleased to report that this is dope.

" Who is the Joker, really ?"
- CRIMINAL JOKER

A great issue in that it has continued to keep and build tension, while also releasing some.

Another really good issue!

Another excellent entry! The story is starting to show itself and boy is it an intriguing one. This is going to get a lot more crazy before it's over.

Strong issue. A lot to talk about but at the same time a lot still left to happen. Next issue is going to be stuffed.

But this one, this is good stuff. Jason getting a lot of good mileage from this series. A very controversial scene near the end between him and Barbera. But still a lot to like aside from that.

Art is absolutely gorgeous. Fabok has gotten the consistency down to a science. And the there are some excerpt panels here.

An excellent second issue. This issue moves forward and starts peeling back on many fronts on what this series is aiming to do. I will admit, I was kind of underwhelmed to the build-up of how exactly there is Three Jokers, not because the build-up is poor by any means, but because it looks like ideas or tropes that have been used in the past. Nevertheless, I was not really bothered by the idea of how multiple Jokers exist, as what I find as the main focus is how each protagonist is affected by each individual Joker, and how Johns handles Jason's development specifically in this issue is of upmost skill, rivaling that of Under the Hood written 15 years ago.

We see more of the Old school Joker in this issue as well, I had a huge fanboy reaction just looking at him. He can definitely tell John's take on each Joker is uniquely different from the next, with the spotlight on the Criminal being a very focused and hardened Joker reminiscent of his early era in comics. Art by Fabok with colors by Anderson, again it can't get any better than this in comics. The sequential story-telling skills here are unparalleled, paired with the 9 PG and fantastic linework and colors, this is up there with the best Batman artwork in history.

The little smooch we get towards the end does get alittle cornball for me, but nevertheless, the thematic approach by Johns with both the Jokers and the Batfamily, the sequence of the plot and the investigation, the amazing art, colors, paneling, and a killer cliffhanger that can make or break this series. So far, this is just a amazing Batman story. I am intrigued with how Johns will approach this finale, can't wait. more

it's better than first issue.

There are some things here that are a little weird, in my opinion. I feel like Jason's dialogue is sometimes a bit rough. But I think the issue was, overall, still really good. I'm excited for the finale. I hope it is a finale, because to be honest, the pacing here does not feel like act two to a three act story. I really hope this ends as a complete story and not as a prelude to something else. That would be unforgivable. But yeah, I'll stay optimistic for now.

Not surprising this issue wasn't as interesting as the last, or what I expect in the next, being the middle of a trilogy, but still keeping the story going strong. As long as this doesn't do like the Joker War and end up another "Why doesn't he kill him?" story I should be satisfied. I still can't say this was a perfect story. I didn't approve of that obvious moment of passion. I doubt a romance will develop, even if it hinted one, I doubt anything would take off.
As for the Joker mystery, it's still what's keeping me reading. There are still 2 out there and I'm eager to learn the true story to them.

A great issue on its own but it did not live up to the madness and shock value of issue 1. the opening scene with the comedian was phenomenal and anytime the jokers interact with eachother is a nail biter. I hope issue 3 has as big of an impact as isdue one if not better.

A little let down, but it still holds up. The conclusion is really exciting, what is this comic book really going to be about?

Spoilers.The art and colours are on the exact same speechless level as the last issue. The writing however, I don’t know what to make of this issue and where Geoff Johns is going. So far it seems he is following the route of making Jason a Joker, which is very controversial/bold if this becomes canon.

There were some great scenes, like seeing the jokerised bodies which was so disturbing and Jason’s interrogation scene. Batman’s characterisation seems to be a little off though, this is the second time he’s dismissed Jason killing someone, the first being Gaggy, and not shown any frustration about it. I also don’t like the idea of Joker being involved with Bruce’s parents death, especially being canon, there’s no need for it.

There’s only one more issue left to wrap things up and I feel like the mystery of who the 3 jokers are hasn’t been solved at all. I really don’t know where this is going, and at this point it could either stand as a classic or a huge fail and waste of potential. more

I liked it. I think the middle is perfect. The beginning was pretty good. The ending lost me a bit, but I'm sure it'll pick back up.

Im not sure I understand the ultimate endgame of this series which is only one more issue but it looks fantastic. Maybe the best looking book out now. In regards to the story it has some really good character moments and scenes and its very thought provoking. I didnt like bat girl nagging bruce about what to do about red hood killing a joker but other than that its an enjoyable. Just hope it leads to something purposeful in the next issue.

It was great, but it lacked any sort of wow factor.

Story: 3/10 Batman and Joker are overrated beyond words, and this is just some nonsense with no clear direction. It doesn't seem to be going anywhere despite all of the hype.

Art: 10/10 Jason Fabok never disappoints, his art makes this really enjoyable.

Bonus: 1+ Johns ships Jason and Barbara, didn't see that coming ;)

Hmm this was just fine. I didn't like it as much as the first issue. This issue was semi-predictable. Exploring the idea of Jason becoming the next Joker was an idea that's been floated around even since before this series was a thing. The mystery surrounding the three Jokers also took a backseat, which I didn't like. I went into this series expecting some kind of explanation or what is going on, but it seems to focus more on Jason and Barbara, which is also fine, it just wasn't what I'm really interested in. It also has a weird moment, which I'm not sure how I feel about it. If you must know, you can google the big spoiler that was leaked before this issue came out. While that leak lacked a lot of context, even after reading this issue, it felt weird and came out of nowhere really. Also, not as much Batman as I was expecting, which is weird because this is a Batman title. Overall, I'd say the story is a big step down from the first issue. The art remains spectacular though, and I hope Fabok gets the recognition he deserves. more

É, tem umas ideias bem ruinzinhas (Jason e Barbara não é uma delas) mas os pontos positivos se mantiveram

It's okay, not sure what all the hype is. Very much a middle part, and for 40 pages, in a series that is only 3 issues surprisingly not that much happened, not nothing, but not that much. My interest is hanging on but I hope issue 3 pulls it out of the bag. Art is beautiful.

Still very solid, but same problems as the first issue. I will say this one was significantly more engaging, but Batman isn't in the issue nearly enough. He has very little dialogue and or stuff to do. I hope the third issue will bring it all home where Bruce is in the spotlight.

In love with the smell of its own farts.

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VicSav - Sep 29, 2020

It’s fantastic

Rakefire - Sep 29, 2020

You mean fart-tastic, I think

VicSav - Sep 29, 2020

It’s okay to have wrong opinions Rakefire.

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Still Boring.

Story: 2/10
Art: 6/10
Overall: 3/10

Story: I'm going to give this the exact same score as last time, because... I don't know what else to do!

I read the issue, okay, interesting enough, sort of... but nothing really happens.
This would be great if I knew this was going to play out for 10 or 12 issues, but isn't this only 3 issues long?
Does anyone really care about Joe Chill anymore?

Art: It's great, if it's your style. It's not mine, and I've been over that. I can appreciate the effort.


Overall: a dull 3. It's not worth the money if comics aren't free. I don't know. I just... struggle getting excited.

I will say, I was not impressed by issue 1, so issue 2 had more to live up to, and to me, meh... didn't do it
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VicSav - Oct 4, 2020

What else do you want to happen? Jason getting beat again and they are hinting to turn him into the joker, Joe Chill possible answering why he did it and he might be turned into a joker too. A lot happened. And obviously not everything is gonna happen and be answered.

Double Down - Oct 4, 2020

What else do I want to happen? Typically with a 3 book arc like these I expect more activity, plot development in shorter points. A good series I love to reference is Batman Year One by FM. This story arc is paced more as a 12 parter

Mikeland - Oct 13, 2020

Agreed, this was my feeling too. John's is still writing at doomsday clock pace, but this only has 1/4 of the issues.

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