Written by Andersen Gabrych, Shane McCarthy Art by Pete Woods & Nathan Massengill, Tommy Castillo & Rodney Ramos Cover by Jock WAR GAMES:
ACT 1, PART 1! Gotham erupts in a massive gang war the likes of which have never been seen! Can Batman stem the tides of war? And in the backup story, Part 1 of the 3-part "Low," as the Riddler faces off against Poison Ivy!
Written by Andersen Gabrych, Shane McCarthy Art by Pete Woods & Nathan Massengill, Tommy Castillo & Rodney Ramos Cover by Jock
"War Games," Act 2, Part 1! Batman tries to maintain order in Gotham with the help of the G.C.P.D. But will it be enough when the Ravens hit town? And in the backup, Part 2 of the 3-part "Low."
Written by Andersen Gabrych, Shane McCarthy Art by Pete Woods & Cam Smith, Tommy Castillo & Rodney Ramos Cover by Jock.
"War Games," Act 3, Part 1! Batman engineers a mass meeting of criminals. But will it render the game unwinnable? And in the backup story, the conclusion of "Low," the Riddler takes on Poison Ivy!
Written by Andersen Gabrych and David Lapham Art by Pete Woods, Cam Smith and Lapham Cover by Jock.
Following the shocking events of "War Games," Batman faces an entirely different (and dangerous) Gotham City. And with Killer Croc and the Mad Hatter on the loose, does the Dark Knight even stand a chance? Plus, a backup story written and illustrated by David Lapham (Stray Bullets) serves as a prelude to the next epic DETECTIVE COMICS storyline, Lapham's "City of Crime!"
Written by David Lapham and Mike Carey Art by Ramon Bachs & Nathan Massengill and John Lucas Cover by Lapham
Part 1 of the sprawling 12-part saga "City of Crime" written by David Lapham (Stray Bullets) with art by Ramon Bachs (BATMAN: THE 12-CENT ADVENTURE) & Nathan Massengill (DETECTIVE COMICS)! Gotham City at night is no place for children, as Batman knows all too well. As the Dark Knight tries to shut down a drug ring that's turned deadly, Bruce Wayne must contend with a wayward 14 -year-old who's getting dangerously close to Gotham's underworld!
Plus, in the backup, Part 1 of the 4-part story "The Barker"? written by Mike Carey (LUCIFER) with art by John Lucas (CODENAME: KNOCKOUT)? featuring the return of a classic Golden Age character! There's been a murder under the Big Top, but once it's clear the authorities will be no help, it's up to the carnies and sideshow freaks to get to the bottom of a crime no one wants to touch!
Written by David Lapham and Mike Carey Art by Ramon Bachs & Nathan Massengill and John Lucas Cover by Lapham.
Batman and Robin are drawn further into David Lapham's (Stray Bullets) "City of Crime" in Part 2 of this sprawling 12-part saga! Batman's investigation into the murder of a young woman reveals more and more layers of death and corruption. Meanwhile, the Penguin begins to get involved and makes things all the more explosive! And in the backup, Part 2 of the 4-part story "The Barker"? written by Mike Carey (LUCIFER) with art by John Lucas. The plot thickens following a murder at the Big Top!
Written by David Lapham and Mike Carey Art by Ramon Bach's & Nathan Massengill and John Lucas Cover by Lapham.
In Part 3 of David Lapham's 12-part "City of Crime," the Penguin learns Mr. Freeze may have betrayed him, just as a secret player threatens to bring the city to its knees! Plus, Part 3 of the 4-part backup tale "The Barker," by Mike Carey and John Lucas!
Written by David Lapham and Mike Carey Art by Ramon Bachs & Nathan Massengill and John Lucas Cover by Lapham.
In Part 4 of the 12-part "City of Crime," people of Gotham City are going insane, and only Robin can save the innocents! Plus, Batman hunts Mr. Freeze while some of Gotham's villains begin plotting together. And in the backup, the conclusion of the 4-part "The Barker!"
Written by David Lapham and Jon Lewis Art by Ramon Bach's & Nathan Massengill and Jeff Parker Cover by Lapham.
In Part 5 of the 12-part "City of Crime," Batman' must find Mr. Freeze's hideout before a young girl and a priest die! But can Batman contend with an army of inhuman freaks looking for a fight? Plus, "Exit Menu" by Jon Lewis and Jeff Parker!
Written by David Lapham and Scott Beatty Art by Ramon Bach's & Nathan Massengill and Jeff Parker Cover by Lapham.
In Part 7 of the 12-part "City of Crime," the Dark Knight must rely on stealth to catch an invisible foe! But can even Batman infiltrate the forgotten parts of Gotham, where there are no rules? Plus, Part 2 of "Regnum Defende" by Scott Beatty (NIGHTWING) and Jeff Parker (The Interman).
Written by Shane McCarthy Art and cover by Cliff Chiang.
Part 1 of the 2-part "Victims" by Shane McCarthy (BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT) and Cliff Chiang (THE CREEPER, HUMAN TARGET)! Mr. Zsasz bears a memento for each of his victims...one scar for each. And now he's out to add Alfred Pennyworth to his sadistic tally! Crime once again strikes at the heart of Bruce Wayne's family, and once again the Batman is out for vengeance!
Written by Shane McCarthy Art and cover by Cliff Chiang
Part 2 of the 2-part "Victims!" Batman sets a trap for the sadistic Mr. Zsasz, and Alfred Pennyworth is the bait! Can the Dark Knight stop the killer from adding another notch to his scarred flesh?
Written by James Robinson Art by Leonard Kirk & Andy Clarke Cover by Simone Bianchi.
It's One Year Later...and who is the mysterious vigilante who's been keeping Gotham free of crime? And what is his relationship with the new police commissioner?
Cover by Simone Bianchi. Written by James Robinson. Art by Leonard Kirk & Andy Clarke.
Part 3 of "Face the Face," an amazing 8-part story written by James Robinson (JSA: THE GOLDEN AGE, HAWKMAN, STARMAN) crossing over with BATMAN! Another of Gotham's villains has been murdered. As the clues start adding up, they point to one man as the killer: Harvey Dent. But isn't Dent sane now, cured of his madness? Or is he still the maniac he was back when he was Two-Face? Batman begins his hunt for the answer! Plus, a new chapter begins in the life of detective Jason Bard.
Written by James Robinson Art by Leonard Kirk & Andy Clarke Cover by Simone Bianchi
Part 5 of "Face the Face," the 8-part story crossing over with BATMAN! As the body count mounts and more villains die, Batman continues his hunt for Gotham's newest vigilante. Meanwhile, Robin must deal with his life as an orphan, and Jason Bard must deal with Harvey Dent.
Written by James Robinson Art by Leonard Kirk & Andy Clarke Cover by Simone Bianchi.
In Part 7 of the 8-part "Face the Face," the clues come together, and the murderer of Gotham's villains is uncovered? but will it be too late for Harvey Dent?
Written by Paul Dini. Art by Don Kramer & Wayne Faucher. Cover by Simone Bianchi.
One of the Dark Knight's most ruthless foes returns to Gotham City ready to resume business and settle old scores in "Night of the Penguin," written by Paul Dini with art by Don Kramer (JSA) & Wayne Faucher (IMPULSE)! Both Batman and Bruce Wayne find themselves at odds with the dirty bird as Penguin feathers a new nest with lies, deceit and murder?
Written by Royal McGraw. Art by Marcos Marz & Luciana del Negro. Cover by Simone Bianchi.
The enigmatic Doctor Phosphorous is back in a story by rising stars Royal McGraw, Marcos Marz and Luciana del Negro! Alex Sartorius was believed to be dead, but rumors of his death have been greatly exaggerated! Now more powerful than ever, Doctor Phosphorous seeks to enact revenge on crime boss Rupert Thorne and only one man can stop his reign of terror: The Batman?
Written by Stuart Moore Art by Andy Clarke. Covers by Simone Bianchi
A costumed terrorist called VOX plans to blow up Wayne Tower - and he's trapped Bruce Wayne in a top-floor conference room. Aided only by his mentor's radioed instructions, Robin must face the bomber alone!
Written by Stuart Moore Art by Andy Clarke Covers by Simone Bianchi
A costumed terrorist called VOX plans to blow up Wayne Tower - and he's trapped Bruce Wayne in a top-floor conference room. Aided only by his mentor's radioed instructions, Robin must face the bomber alone!
Written by Paul Dini Art by Don Kramer & Wayne Faucher Cover by Simone Bianchi
Writer Paul Dini - creator of Harley Quinn - returns with art team Don Kramer & Wayne Faucher (JSA)! A bizarre incident forges a temporary alliance between the Dark Knight and his daffy-but-deadly adversary Harley Quinn. Forget everything you think you know about Dr. Harleen Quinzel as Batman uncovers long-buried secrets from his enemy's unknown past.
Written by Royal McGraw Art by Andy Clarke Cover by Simone Bianchi
Terror comes in threes! The nefarious Terrible Trio returns, only instead of being the hunters, they're the prey! And the only one who can save them from certain death is their deadly adversary - Batman!
Written by Paul Dini Art by Don Kramer & Wayne Faucher Cover by Simone Bianchi
This special issue of DETECTIVE COMICS features two of Gotham's recently reformed rogues: Harley Quinn and the Riddler! Readers who have enjoyed Harley's role in COUNTDOWN will take special pleasure in this story as they learn how she became involved in the Amazonian Women's Help Center.
The Resurrection of Ra's al Ghul: Part 3 of 7 - Written by Paul Dini Art by Ryan Benjamin & Saleem Crawford Cover by Simone Bianchi
Batman and I-Ching track down Ra's and Talia to their hideout while Nightwing pursues Robin! And why is the Invisible Map so important? All this, plus guest appearances by Talia al Ghul and Damian.
