While Bruce Wayne has been back in the Batman costume for a few weeks, now, but his relationship with Commissioner Jim Gordon is still in tatters. Following Azrael’s stint as Batman (during KNIGHTQUEST (1993-1994) and KNIGHTSEND (1994)) followed by Nightwing’s time under the cowl (during PRODIGAL (1994-1995)), Gordon is no longer sure if he’s ever... Continue Reading →
Batman Reading Order, Origins II: Batman & Robin
Before LEGENDS begins, the origins of the Batman continue! The ‘Bat-Family’ expands as the Dark Knight gains a sidekick in Robin, inspires Batgirl to take up the cowl and meets the deadly Huntress. And the Batman spreads his wings as he meets Superman, becomes a recurring member of the Justice League and first encounters Jason... Continue Reading →
Hunt And Be Hunted (2013) Reading Order
Robin and Supergirl of Earth 2 were catapulted from their reality (during THE GATHERING) and became stranded on Prime Earth. Supergirl (Kara Zor-El) took on the identity of ‘Karen Starr’ and spent the last five years amassing a fortune to pay for the research that might enable their return home. Robin (Helena Wayne) focused on... Continue Reading →
The Gathering (2012 – 2013) Reading Order
As part of the second wave of DC Comics’ New 52 relaunch of the entire DC Universe, two new series – Earth 2 and Worlds’ Finest – would hark back to the pre-Crisis version of the Justice Society of America characters. Utilising the concept of Earth 2 but with a modern spin, these stories featured... Continue Reading →
Sins Of Youth (2000) Reading Order
The formation of Young Justice – initially made up of Robin, Superboy and Impulse – caused a bit of a stir among the Justice League of America. Since then, their numbers have grown, along with the concerns of the JLA. Arrowette, the Secret and the new Wonder Girl have joined their ranks. Even under the... Continue Reading →