Detective Comics #1105
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| Writer | Tom Taylor |
| Artist | Mikel Janin |
| Cover Price | $4.99 |
With mere hours to go before Batman's mind and body are destroyed by the Lion's anti-fear virus, Batman takes drastic measures and seals himself inside an airtight suit to keep those around him safe while continuing his desperate search for a cure. But with the virus already taking hold and Batman's fears melting away, the world will soon see how dangerous a Dark Knight without fear is. "The Courage That Kills" continues in this penultimate chapter that will need to be seen to be believed!
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Dark Knight News - James Attias
Jan 28, 2026Detective Comics #1105 gives us a lot of what we want. But something huge that we didn't know we needed. Brava team! Read Full Review
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9.7
SciFiPulse - Ian Cullen
Feb 14, 2026This is another solid issue that adds depth to the ongoing storyline. I loved the backstory for The Lion and how we learn that he is a kid who benefited from Bruce Wayne’s foundation, which found him a home after his father was jailed. Read Full Review
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9.5
Fanlight Zone - Ken M.
Jan 28, 2026The Lion's evolution from scared boy to fearless foe comes to life in an incredible issue. Taylor pens an epic and tragic look at the latest rogue's beginnings. Janin's art constructs the tormented start of terror with superb imagery. This run of Detective Comics has been nothing short of amazing. You can't afford to miss what's happening here. Read Full Review
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9.5
Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield
Jan 28, 2026The use of Scarecrow in this arc has been pretty clever of course this is a plot he wants to stop and the Lion makes for a great villain because his MO is genuinely something we haven't seen much of in comics. Read Full Review
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9.2
The Batman Universe - Adam Koppel
Jan 28, 2026Detective Comics #1105 ramps up the tension while giving Batman a metaphorical smack in the nose for not realizing he was missing the bigger picture. Batman's growing self doubt and Leo's overconfidence makes for a thrilling contrast. The story, art and color also maintain their high quality. Read Full Review
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9.1
The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally
Jan 28, 2026Taylor crafts a thrilling, engaging and entertaining story in this issue. I really love this arc and how it handles Batman. The investigation also creates some interesting moments as you learn more about the main antagonist. There’s some great action in the story and I love the reveal towards the end as I was chiding myself for missing that vital clue at the beginning of the arc. Read Full Review
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8.5
AIPT - David Brooke
Jan 28, 2026Detective Comics #1105 continues "The Courage That Kills" with confidence, sharpening the Lion into a formidable, emotionally charged foe while reinforcing the ties to Batman's past. While it's not the most accessible chapter for newcomers and leans heavily on setup, the character work, visuals, and thematic resonance more than justify the ride. Longtime readers will find plenty to chew on as the arc barrels toward its endgame. Read Full Review
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8.5
Comic Book Clique - Prub Gill
Feb 06, 2026What I really loved about Detective Comics #1105 was that Taylor’s dialogue had a certain speed and direction to it; it felt like it was actively leading me toward the answers I was seeking. The inclusion of Robin and Batgirl in danger adds to the chaotic peril Batman finds himself in, but Taylor leaves a potential "Easter egg" of salvation: Batman has already tested the cure for the "No Fear" virus on himself. This leads me to believe there is more than meets the eye in the encounter between the Bat and the Lion. Read Full Review
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8.0
COMICON - Scott Redmond
Jan 29, 2026Welcome to an issue where the cover tells a much different story than the more flashback focused pages behind it. Another mostly fine entry in this story arc that doesn’t seem to want to end. Read Full Review
USER REVIEWS Back to Top
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8.0
A bit of a comedown from the last couple issues, this is still an exciting read as we learn the origin of the Lion, and of course it has a Bruce Wayne connection. The no-fear plague begins to sweep the city and Batman begins to question himself more as the plague takes hold. Not quite the thrill ride as before, but it sets up an exciting finale to come.
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7.0
For some reason Mikel Janin's art isn't as great as usual this month - might be the inker's fault - and the story continues to be okay, but not very exciting - which, of course, is absolutely subjective.
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