The epic conclusion to Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale's Batman masterpiece! What connection does the Hang Man have to Harvey Dent, and can the murders be stopped before the most horrifying killing of them all takes place? This time Batman is no longer alone in his quest for justice as a young, inexperienced Robin joins him and the dynamic duo is born!
After last issue's shocking turn of events, is it ever going to be possible to discover the true identity of the Hang Man? And how does Dick Grayson fit into all this?
In the heat of the summer, Batman confronts Poison Ivy as she makes her move. But will it be against Two-Face or the Falcones? Plus, Dick Grayson gets closer to finding his parents' killer and the Hang Man strikes again!
In a city divided by Freaks and Gangsters can there be justice for anyone? As Batman searches for Harvey Dent, Mr. Freeze unexpectedly enters the picture. Plus, while the Hang Man's noose tightens around Gotham City, Dick Grayson makes a startling discovery!
The final act begins with a Father's Day look at two heroes--Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson--whose lives were forever changed by the murders of their parents. Witness the stories of Batman and Robin's first nights as orphans in Wayne Manor.
Bruce Wayne attends a night at the circus, a night that changes his entire life when a certain 10-year-old boy experiences a tragedy that sets him on a collision course with the Dark Knight. But, if the Joker blows up Gotham City, will any of it matter?
It may be April Fools' Month, but things are getting very serious in Gotham City! The Calendar Man sets out to prove that he's nobody's fool. Where has he been since breaking out of Arkham, and why is the answer bad news for Batman?
Things are heating up in Gotham City's underworld and the Penguin wouldn't have it any other way. With his hands tied by the Hang Man case, can Batman stop the fowl felon from starting a gangwar?
It's Valentine's Day in Gotham City and murder can't be far behind. Secrets are revealed and decisions are made that will affect Batman, Catwoman, Jim Gordon and Janice Porter for the rest of their lives!
Where is Two-Face? Missing since Halloween, is he responsible for the Dark Victory murders? Batman has to find him--and that means confronting Solomon Grundy!
What do you want for Christmas? If you're living in Gotham City you'll only get one choice if the Scarecrow has his way: a nasty little toy called "The Fear Doll." New nightmares are unleashed on Batman as he faces one of his most dangerous foes!
RISE OF THE BATMEN Chapter One
An unknown predator begins outdoing Batman, taking down dangerous threats with military precision. Its up to the Dark Knight and series costar Batwoman to rally and train the young heroes of Gotham City to end this mysterious threat!WHAT NOW: Batman and Batwoman begin training Spoiler, Red Robin and Cassandra Cain...
Only one person survived a murder attempt by the Holiday killer. Was that just an accident or does the man in question--the Riddler-know the answer to the puzzling mystery? Batman needs answers before another victim falls!
Gotham City is caught in the middle of a battle between what's left of the Falcone mob and freakish villains such as the Joker, Mr. Freeze and Catwoman. Plus, the serial killer named Holiday seems to have returned to a life of crime, but who is committing Holiday's murders this time?
A prelude story leading into the DARK VICTORY main title! Batman recounts the capture of the Holiday killer, now safely behind bars. But even with Holiday over, new villains begin emerging in Gotham City ready to make a name for themselves.
RISE OF THE BATMEN Chapter One
An unknown predator begins outdoing Batman, taking down dangerous threats with military precision. Its up to the Dark Knight and series costar Batwoman to rally and train the young heroes of Gotham City to end this mysterious threat!WHAT NOW: Batman and Batwoman begin training Spoiler, Red Robin and Cassandra Cain...
"I AM GOTHAM" chapter one
No one has ever stopped the Caped Crusader. Not The Joker. Not Two-Face. Not even the entire Justice League. But how does Batman confront a new hero who wants to save the city from the Dark Knight?
CAN'T MISS: Superstar artist David Finch returns to Batman alongside writer Tom King for this five-part storyline.
This extra-sized conclusion answers all the mysteries! Who is Holiday? What motivates the killer? And who will be the last victim? Plus, Two Face and Batman meet in their first battle ever as Gotham City transforms from a mere rat's nest of gangsters to a deadly haunt for costumed criminals.
In this penultimate issue, Harvey Dent has disappeared! As the manhunt for the missing D.A. begins, how do Solomon Grundy and the killer known as Holiday figure into the creation of one of Batman's deadliest and most tragic foes?
It's a Roman Holiday as crime boss Carmine Falcone celebrates his birthday. But, once again, the mysterious Holiday strikes, leaving only death and questions in his/her wake. Also, Sal ''The Boss'' Maroni takes the stand, beginning the evolution of one of the most destructive villains in Gotham City's history--Two-Face!
On Independence Day, Scarecrow and the Mad Hatter turn Gotham City upside down. Ready to oppose them are Batman and Catwoman--but Selina has her own agenda: seducing The Dark Knight away from his duty and into her reckless and daring lifestyle. Meanwhile, the killer Holiday continues their rampage!
It's Father's Day, and Bruce Wayne witnesses a family secret laid bare before a grand jury! Meanwhile, the serial killer known as Holiday bestows a present on crimelord Sal Maroni, driving him to shocking action. And Scarecrow and the Mad Hatter find an unlikely father figure in Carmine Falcone...
The Scarecrow lures Batman into a devious trap, exposing The Dark Knight to his phobia-inducing fear gas. Able to escape, but still under the Scarecrow's influence, Bruce Wayne finds himself hunted by Captain Gordon and his men!
Everyone's dying to uncover the identity of the serial killer called Holiday. But who could solve Gotham City's greatest question better than the Riddler? Told from the split points-of-view of both Batman and Riddler, this issue pits the hero and villain against one another in a race to save lives!
Poison Ivy has ensnared Bruce Wayne with her charms, but Selina Kyle is hardly the type to step aside when romance is at risk! It's Catwoman to the rescue as the feline plans a most daring attack...on St. Patrick's Day.
The search for the elusive killer Holiday continues as Captain Gordon and Harvey Dent pay a visit to the Wayne Mansion. Bruce and Selina Kyle go on a date, but Poison Ivy makes an entrance to steal away Gotham City's most eligible bachelor.
The New Year ushers in all-new horror! In the aftermath of December's tale of yuletide terror, serial killer Holiday has made Gotham his stomping grounds and an enraged and jealous Joker decides to take matters into his own hands!
The mob and a madman calling himself Calendar Man take center stage this issue as Christmas nears, meaning "Holiday" will strike at any moment! But what part does The Joker play in the mayhem? Could he be more connected to Holiday than Batman originally believed?
Following the horrors of Halloween, Thanksgiving proves to be no haven for the guilty as another group of criminals falls prey to the mysterious serial killer nicknamed "Holiday." Hot on the trail of an assassin targeting D.A. Harvey Dent, Batman finds his blocked by Solomon Grundy!
Catwoman, The Joker, Poison Ivy, and The Riddler--any one of these Batman rogues may prove to be the mysterious serial killer known as "Holiday," a murderer who kills according to the calendar. And now, a still-learning Batman must uncover the killer's identity before they kill again!