I am Gotham – COMICS BLEND

BATMAN’S SUICIDE SQUAD MISSION?

An army of villains against a hero gone mad is just the set up for a one-two punch from writer Tom King in Batman #6.

The I Am Gotham: Epilogue reveals the real rogue behind Hugo Strange and Psycho-Pirate’s unholy alliance and Bruce Wayne forms his own alliance to save Gotham Girl from herself.

King and guest artist Ivan Reis set the stage for the next arc I Am Suicide with a final page that makes you ask if it’s next month already!

Which big bad returns? What does Batman do and what could it mean for the Bat-family? Continue reading BATMAN’S SUICIDE SQUAD MISSION?

VILLAIN Returns, GOTHAM Twins Origin Revealed In BATMAN

The Monster Men are coming to the Batman family of books but a classic villain made a creepy surprise return in this week’s Batman #9.

Batfans will spot another familiar name in this week’s chapter of I Am Gotham.

This week’s comeback follows last issue’s revealed rogue and a new conspiracy in Gotham City.

Tom King and David Finch gave us the part of the secret origin of Bruce Wayne’s new super powered sidekicks.

King (former CIA analyst and Grayson co-writer) definitely brings themes of espionage, plots within counter-plots and is taking the book outside of Gotham City’s boundaries.

What does this villainous return mean for the Dark Knight? Continue reading VILLAIN Returns, GOTHAM Twins Origin Revealed In BATMAN

JUSTICE LEAGUE, BIRDS OF PREY, HELLBLAZER REBIRTH Begin

It’s a huge New Comic Book Wednesday with big DC Rebirth issues arriving so we’re going to double down on our new comics picks of the week.

Here’s part one with a dream team behind DC’s biggest team:

Justice League #1

The Extinction Machine begins. Earth shakes as an ancient evil is revived to reclaim the world and beyond. Will Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg and Flash accept a Superman they aren’t sure they can trust? Are two new rookie Green Lanterns ready for the big League? Comic book giants Bryan Hitch and Tony Daniel launch a new era for DC’s biggest team.

Batgirl & The Birds of Prey: Rebirth #1

Who is Oracle? Batgirl and Black Canary together again to uncover the mystery villain who’s claimed Barbara Gordon’s former code-name and discovered Barbara’s secret life as Oracle. Are Babs and Dinah on a collision course with the Huntress. Helena Bertinelli is out of Spyral and under the hood gunning for the mob. Shawna Benson and Claire Roe return the fan favorite team back to DC. Continue reading JUSTICE LEAGUE, BIRDS OF PREY, HELLBLAZER REBIRTH Begin

BATMAN REBIRTH Mystery Villains Revealed

Villains revealed as writer Tom King brings the Batman flagship book into the greater DC Universe and sets up the first crossover of the Rebirth era.

The Dark Knight realizes he can’t save Gotham City all on his own. Two new heroes join the Caped Crusader and bad guys strike in Batman #2.

Has an evil mastermind become a pawn and what is the endgame?

King and artist David Finch reveal a trio of foes for this Batman first arc and drops eerie hints of Night of the Monster Men which hits the Bat-books this Fall.

Batman at a crossroads. Alfred at his witty best. Two idealistic heroes. An unexpected alliance.

King and Finch pack a ton in this second chapter but where are they taking us? Continue reading BATMAN REBIRTH Mystery Villains Revealed

DC COMICS REBIRTH Picks for June 15, 2016

DC Comics Rebirth continues with new number ones starring the publisher’s biggest icons.

Here’s part one of our new comics picks of the week:

Batman #1

A new era for the Dark Knight begins but two new heroes arrive declaring his time is over as Gotham City’s hero. Tom King and David Finch unleash new rivals who want want to save the city… from Batman.

Superman #1 Continue reading DC COMICS REBIRTH Picks for June 15, 2016

BATMAN: REBIRTH NEW PARTNER REVEALED

Bruce Wayne is back as a stronger Dark Knight.

Is Duke Thomas Batman’s new sidekick?

Just don’t call him Robin…yet….maybe ever.

A new era for the Dark Knight begins with Batman: Rebirth #1 as Scott Snyder passes the torch (or is batarang a better choice?) to Tom King for an adventure that revamps a classic villain and gives fan-favorite Thomas a new role.

Thomas is one of several new characters from fans thought could become the next Robin.

Snyder, King and artist Mikel Janin team up for a one-shot that sets up Batman: Rebirth with an intense story and a less brooding Dark Knight who is thinking forward and changing things up.

Upbeat Batman and…..code-name to be revealed? Continue reading BATMAN: REBIRTH NEW PARTNER REVEALED

BATMAN REBIRTH Begins

Detective Comics Rebirth courtesy DC Comics via Twitter

Batman Begins Again.

The Dark Knight challenged by a new hero in Gotham City as Scott Snyder passes the torch (or should we say turn the Bat signal?) to Tom King.

Get ready for “Batman Boot Camp” as Bruce teams up with Batwoman to teach the next generation of Gotham’s heroes.

Following the DC Comics Rebirth creative team announcements here are more details of the Batman family of books coming this June:

Batman: Rebirth #1

Tom King and Scott Snyder with artist Mikel Janin.

Evil 365: Gotham City faces the threat of the Calendar Man. This one-shot arrives June 1st.

Batman #1 I Am Gotham

Tom King with artists David Finch and Matt Banning.

“How does Batman confront a new hero who wants to save the city from the Dark Knight? Continue reading BATMAN REBIRTH Begins

COMICS BLEND

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