A wonderful celebration of 300 issues of Nightwing. Taylor's poignant story gives occasion to honour Dick Grayson's legacy whilst Conrad's backup brings a short, sharp burst of action. Read Full Review

Nightwing #113 stands as a triumph of storytelling and artistic prowess, offering a fitting tribute to the enduring legacy of one of DC's most beloved characters. With a creative team firing on all cylinders, this landmark 300th issue delivers a compelling narrative that resonates on multiple levels. As it pays homage to Nightwing's rich history, it also propels the character into an exciting new chapter, promising thrilling adventures yet to come. Read Full Review

Action and expression are the keys to Nightwing #113 (aka legacy #300), helping to establish an installment with one foot in the past and future all at once. Taylor is joined by Wolfman in a celebration of Dick Grayson and his endless optimism. Illustrating Nightwings giving nature by contrasting it with his birthday is an excellent narrative frame that establishes a tension that feels low stakes. That allows for the escalation of the Heartless plot in the switch from Di Nicuolos action-oriented artwork to the quieter linework of Redondo. The artwork is bridged by the warm, comforting coloring by Lucas. Beyond a great celebration of the Nightwing character, issue #113 is a moving meditation on George Prez, an artist gone too soon and such an instrumental part of the industry. Read Full Review

This isn't just a tribute to Nightwing, but to the late, great George Perez, and while so many of these meta segments can feel hokey or even manipulative, this one is a brilliant tribute to the work these two legends did to turn Dick Grayson into one of the best characters in DC comics. Read Full Review

I will approach the "Fallen Grayson storyline with excitement and sadness, as, for me, the run by Tom Taylor, Bruno, Redondo, Adriano Lucas, Wes Abbott, and all the wonderful guest writers and artists, has been the finest in the series' history. Read Full Review

Overall, Nightwing #113 is a great issue that shows the importance of both Dick Grayson and Nightwing to everyone around him, including those who pick up his stories to connect with the hero. This comic carries many touching and heartfelt moments, that help to make an enjoyable story. Additionally, the return of Marv Wolfman is certainly a major highlight and carries the most heartfelt moment. That said, the setup for the finale arc of Taylor and Redondo certainly will have readers nervous about what's in store for Nightwing. Read Full Review

Nightwing #113 is a phenomenal comic book to celebrate the character's 300th comic book issue. The chemistry Nightwing has with his cast is on full display. A touching scene between Dick Grayson and Marv Wolfman took this comic book to the next level. This is a must have for every Nightwing fan. Read Full Review

This was a nice, cute and inconsequential installment of Nightwing for those looking for major developments. For Nightwing fans, it's still endearing and entertaining enough to enjoy. Read Full Review

Nightwing #113 is a wonderful set up for the final Taylor/ Redondo arc. Taylor reinforces the focus on character and relationship (including some not mentioned above), but prepares the reader for what will surely be a massive encounter between Dick and Heartless. To top it off the issue is rounded out by a well conceived and beautifully illustrated story by Conrad and Porter, respectively. Read Full Review

Well, is Nightwing #113 worth picking up? Possibly. This milestone issue is a collector's dream, packed with elements of nostalgia, action, and an unclear direction for Dick Grayson. With a stellar creative team and a focus on Nightwing's legacy, this issue is sure to be a satisfying read for long-time fans and new readers alike. However, as a fan interested in story progression and major plot development, you won't find that here. Read Full Review

To celebrate the 300th issue, Taylor and his team just make a nice, heart-warming, fun Nightwing comic. Read Full Review

Overall, #113 feels like the calm within the eye of the storm. This was a fun and heartfelt issue, despite inconsistencies in the artwork and a few awkward choices. Nothing particularly damaging to the reading experience stands out. Marv and Redondo really did a good job giving himself and the character warm respects. Despite the pressure of making Heartless work, I think Taylor has laid the ground for what could be a decent finale. However, I take off massive points for the uselessly tacked-on “00:01” story. Read Full Review

Overall, this issue is good. It's a suitable, if quiet, celebration of the character and a decent victory lap before the inevitable fall from grace. Read Full Review

A good main story is encumbered by overly sentimental or utterly fluffy bonus material. There is a good comic in here, but the extras drag it down, instead of elevate the issue to truly being a celebration of the character's history. Read Full Review

Nightwing #113 takes a break from doing nothing by delivering a celebration of Dick Grayson/Nightwing as the greatest person ever. If you're a fan of Nightwing and just want to feel good about how great he is, you're going to need a dentist from the sugary overload. For everyone else disappointed in this series' lack of direction, momentum, and purpose, this issue is the peak of disappointment. Read Full Review

I’m shocked they didn’t make this a mega thick issue, not complaining through. Mainly filler, but filler that makes sense. It seems like this slow burn is is about to hit the gas.

A great one-and-done story featuring a celebration of Dick Grayson and his Nightwing career in Bludhaven! Best part was the Wolfman/Redondo interlude with a very touching tribute to the character as well as George Perez. My only complaint was the back-up story, which added nothing to the reading experience and featured the typically lousy Howard Porter art of the modern era.

In my eyes Dick Grayson and Superman are the example of what we should all strive to be. But a huge flaw to this series is how Tom Taylor is constantly having everyone say what a great guy he is that it's tiresome and using the legend Marv Wolfman to do so for pages at the end was too much. I still enjoy the series but miss the days where Taylor excelled at showing how great these characters are rather than constantly saying it where it just comes off as pandering for no reason.

I've also been fairly neutral on all the super hero shirts and mugs they have, but that meme shirt was just painfully corny.

Honestly this issue is a perfect encapsulation of the issue with Taylor's run. Nothing is explicitly *bad* here, but this issue is boring as fuck to read. Nightwing has had... a semblance of struggles, but nothing near enough to make this issue of feel-goodness really hit. It's never felt as though he's triumphed over anything in this run. There were conflicts, sure, but nothing that didn't seem easily handled at all times. This just really bores me.

Michael W. Conrad's backup was the best thing about the issue. To get an idea of ​​how bad things are. The entire final part of the main story is embarrassing. I hope Hearthless takes down this Dick Grayson, because this Dick Grayson is insufferable.

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BirdmanG07 - Apr 20, 2024

Genuine question, what is embarrassing about it?

Tempra16v2.0Turbo - Apr 20, 2024

For the second, or third, time, Taylor makes Dick stand on a podium to get applause for him, Taylor. The scenes of Dick's friends and family watching with smiles and pride came straight from somewhere on Tumblr, it's repeated and embarrassing. A while ago Nightwing was defeating Deathstroke in Dark Crisis, meanwhile in his solo he is just a puppy making fun in the middle of the park to draw attention TO his owner.

BirdmanG07 - Apr 21, 2024

I think you missed the point a little bit. He surprised Barbara on his own birthday by sharing the spotlight with her. It was his day, in multiple ways, and he shared the podium. The dude gets willed millions of dollars and he uses it to make his joke a better place. He should be recognized for that, that’s what people would do. The national broadcast was overkill but it was used to show all the people who Dick has had a positive impact on in his life.

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