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Batman's Must Read Stories

Want to read some of Bruce Wayne's great story arcs? We have some recommendations for you!

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It's a good time to be Batman. Well, maybe not seeing as he's currently fighting to bring his son back to life in the comics. Okay, let's rephrase that: it's a good time to be a Batman fan. Not only are his current titles worth checking out, but it's also his 75th anniversary and he's been voted as our Character of the Month! We've already provided a look at just some of his Best Covers and now we think it's time to suggest a few of his must read stories! Look, the guy has 75 years worth of story arcs, so we tried to keep it limited to the ones featuring Bruce Wayne in the cape and cowl (he is the Character of the Month, after all) and collections that are pretty easy to obtain -- we've got your back, new readers. If a collected story you adore isn't on here, go ahead and praise it in the comments. There's a chance it'll motivate someone else to read it!

Hush

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Writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee's Hush is pretty much the biggest dose of popcorn entertainment you'll be able to get from a Batman story. Its visuals are topnotch and the story never slows down; it's loaded with thrilling action and character dynamics. When Loeb's not building-up Batman's new foe, he's bringing in a whole lot of familiar faces and putting them to good use. Wayne has a standout encounter with the Joker and fans still talk about his brawl with Superman.The narrative may not blow your mind, but it's a total blast and a great starting point for new fans.

The Dark Knight Returns

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We'll be blunt: Frank Miller's THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS is something every comic fan needs to read. Opinions in our community seem to be mixed on it, but this look at an older Batman is full of themes which have stood the test of time and it's packed with absolutely unforgettable encounters. The Mutant Leader, Joker, Superman... all sequences that are sure to linger around in your mind. Some Superman fans may not be pleased with how the Man of Steel is portrayed, but that doesn't stop it from being a compelling read. Plus, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is clearly drawing some inspiration from this, so do your homework before buying a ticket!

Under the Red Hood

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Okay, odds are most of you know who's wearing the red helmet, but that by no means takes away from the overall ride. Judd Winick's story is action-packed and has some great character beats. The conclusion between the two is a phenomenal scene and overall, it's just a hugely entertaining story. If you want crazy superhero action, occasional laughs, and a good dose of emotion, you should pick this up.

The Long Halloween / Dark Victory

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We already said Loeb's Hush isn't attention-grabbing because of the mystery, but the writer really brought his A game with these two storylines. Along with the remarkable Tim Sale, The Long Halloween and Dark Victory are totally immersive experiences. You'll be pulled into the dark and lengthy crime thriller and then explore the ramifications and have some superhero fun along the way as well. If you want to sit-down for a good amount of time and please your mind and your eyes, cozy up with these two collections and jump right in.

Knightfall

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Jeez, talk about having a spoiler alert right on the cover. But seriously, we all know Bane is the man who broke Batman's back (if you didn't, well, our bad?), but do you know the complete story? What caused the Dark Knight to be so drained that the strong villain could smack him around and eventually shatter him? And what about Jean-Paul Valley's adventures as Batman? Just because you know the big moment doesn't mean you fully appreciate how it all happened and what it meant for Gotham. It's just one of the many stories that shows how far Bruce will go to protect his city. And if you really need extra convincing, you should know this story isn't just about Bane and Batman -- it's overflowing with characters and each villain gets a moment in the spotlight. There's lots of fighting, lots of big moments, and a nice insight into Batman. It's a big chapter in Batman's life, so if you really want to get to know Bruce and all that he's been through, you really should give this a read at some point.

The Black Mirror

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So this one is kind of cheating, but that's okay because it's truly outstanding. You see, it's a Batman story, but it's Dick Grayson wearing the cape and cowl instead of our Character of the Month, Bruce Wayne. Still, considering the fact it's without question one of the top "Batman" stories, we simply couldn't leave it off the list. Scott Snyder's mystery is oozing with a haunting atmosphere and the gripping tale will keep you glued to the pages until you reach the very last one. As if that wasn't enough, it has exceptional and completely fitting artwork by the absurdly talented Jock and Francesco Francavilla. Yes, we're strongly recommending each of the stories on this list, but do yourself a favor and read this one as soon as possible. You can thank us later.

Year One

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Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli's YEAR ONE is mandatory reading. Really, you have no good excuse to pass on this one. This engaging origin story reveals Bruce Wayne's return to Gotham and why he becomes the Caped Crusader. Additionally, it shows James Gordon's earlier years with the GCPD and illustrates just how dirty the city was before Batman became well-known and Gordon gained more power. Not only is it a must read because it's Batman's origin story, but it's also a thoroughly entertaining journey and has one of Batman's most iconic moments.

The Killing Joke

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If you're a fan of the Joker or wondering why others appreciate him, Alan Moore and Brian Bolland's THE KILLING JOKE is something you need to experience. It's still unclear what the Clown Prince of Crime's true origin story is, but Moore presents one possibility and it showcases how the villain and Batman are destined to clash. All it takes is one incident to completely change a person's path in life. If YEAR ONE is mandatory reading for Batman fans, THE KILLING JOKE is mandatory for Joker fans. Barbara Gordon fans, though? Well, they may want to look elsewhere.

Born to Kill

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Peter J. Tomasi, Patrick Gleason, and Mick Gray's debut BATMAN AND ROBIN story is without question one of the best Batman adventures in the New 52. Where it ranks will obviously vary from fan to fan, but it's an emotionally gripping arc that puts the dynamic between Bruce and his son, Damian Wayne, front and center. It'll have a firm grasp on your focus as a new character challenges the bond between Batman and Robin by appealing to Damian's roots and his desire to kill bad guys. It humanizes the two leads impressively well and is complimented by some terrific artwork and intense action scenes.

A Death in the Family

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Jason Todd may be pretty popular nowadays, but back in the '80s, fans voted to kill the poor kid! Jim Starlin and Jim Aparo's 4-issue storyline gives the second Robin a little more depth before making him meet a very horrific end. The turn of events with the Joker may be a little too silly for some, but this is still a huge part of Batman's mythos and had a major impact on him. So, don't you want to see how it all went down? Make sure the collection you purchase also includes Marv Wolfman's follow-up, A Lonely Place of Dying. Let's just say it's a huge Tim Drake story, okay?

SUPERMAN/BATMAN: THE WORLD'S FINEST

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Another Jeph Loeb story?! We swear he didn't pay us (that much) to be included on the list multiple times! We're joking, obviously, and his opening arc with Ed McGuinness on SUPERMAN/BATMAN is making the list because it's a ton of fun. Sure, it's not compelling or thought-provoking, but it's an over-the-top story that throws a plenty of glorious superhero battles and delightful visuals our way. Don't you want to see Kal-El uppercut President Lex Luthor really, really hard?

The Court of the Owls / Night of the Owls

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There was likely a lot of pressure on Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo to make sure Batman's primary New 52 title is a hit and man, they delivered and then some! They introduced the Court of Owls to Gotham City and this event was ridiculously exciting. Snyder's script brings Gotham to life and fills the city with so much history and Capullo's artwork is beyond creative and praiseworthy. Smart and full of spectacle, this is something we're sure many of you are going to really, really, reaaaaally enjoy.

Batman and Son

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We will forever love Grant Morrison and Andy Kubert for this awesome story. As you can likely tell by the title, Batman and Son brings Damian Wayne into Batman's world and the result is a character-driven tale that's both funny and thrilling. Honestly, the first encounter between Tim Drake and Damian is worth the cover price alone. Yes, some of Morrison's stories tend to be a bit too abstract for some, but with this, he produces a story that everyone can appreciate and Kubert's pencils are oh-so-good.

Mad Love

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Paul Dini and Bruce Timm crafted one of the best Harley Quinn stories you'll read. Do we really need to say anything else? Oh, we do? Fine. It's a joyous return to the classic days of the DCAU and it has over 60 pages of lovable story revolving around Harley Quinn. It also involves Joker, Batman, and Commissioner Gordon. If that doesn't make you want to read this one, then it probably just isn't for you! Everyone else is sure to love it, though.

Death of the Family

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You don't want to miss out on the Joker's first standout story in the New 52, do you? Of course you don't! Snyder thrives with horror and mystery elements and they're put to proper use as the Clown Prince of Crime attempts to send Batman and his family a very, very important message. While Snyder provides a mighty fine script, Capullo does wonders with the panels and hits us with some truly haunting and outstanding artwork. It seems like the ending was hit or miss with our readers, but it's still an epic that's well-worth reading and does a great job highlighting the dynamic between Batman and his archenemy. Snyder and Capullo constantly receive a ton of praise for their work with the Dark Knight, so don't you think it's time for you to see why so many look forward to this title month after month?

The Black Glove / R.I.P.

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Morrison's extensive work with Batman is a challenging yet immensely rewarding experience. The Black Glove and R.I.P. beg to be read multiple times and will keep you engaged each and every time. It's a sharp script that highlights just how prepared Batman truly is and Tony S. Daniel's artwork is stunning. Odds are you'll think it's a brilliant insight into Batman or it'll have you scratching your head. Either way, it's guaranteed to leave you reflecting on it and the visuals will leave an impression.

Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth

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Ladies and gentlemen, comic books don't get much more engrossing than this. Morrison and Dave McKean's ARKHAM ASYLUM: A SERIOUS HOUSE ON SERIOUS EARTH is an experience that'll grab onto you and pull you right into the infamous prison. McKean's paintings are beautiful yet disturbing and trippy. It's the perfect way to bring Morrison's look at the hair-raising Arkham Asylum and its inmates to life. When all is said and done, this graphic novel is more than likely going to be one of the most unique reading experiences you'll ever have with the Dark Knight and his rogues gallery.

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No Man's land isn't in there yet somehow batman and son is?

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@jb681131: Already read everything you mentioned. Thanks anyways, though.

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@knightsofdarkness2 : It's a bit late but I would say Hush, because you meet every main foes and friends of batman in a long story with lots of twists. You will learn almost all main events concerning them and the Batman.

As for the article, I think the list is bad, too much Grant Morisson and Scott Snyder. And for essentials it should only include good stories with main events. So it's missing :

  • Batgirl year one
  • No man's land
  • Identity Crisis

New readers should also read BATMAN: A CELEBRATION OF 75 YEARS

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I'm thinking of getting into the Batman comics. Is this a good list to start with or what else should I read to get caught up with everything. I havent read anything since Knightfall

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I'm new to Batman so far I've read Year one, Man who Laughs, and the killing joke. I'm reading Dark knight Returns as of now. Nice list!

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I loved Hush as an introduction. It just used so many great characters and was such a fun ride.

My only real issue with the list is Death of the Family. It had such potential to become a truly scary story, but it fell so flat by the end that it was actually the reason I stopped following N52 Batman. The first time you get to see Joker in the GCPD, though, is just epic.

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Great choices. My only addition would be Batman Earth one

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@maccyd said:

@batcat91: Yeah, I don't get the opinion that batfans must automatically hate Johns. I'm a Superman fan, yet I don't mind Frank Millar/Dark Knight Returns. I'm not an idiot, I know that it was an alternate future Superman and not the main one.

@entropy_aegis Have you even read any of Johns work outside of Batman or JL?

I know right!? I'm not a fan of his justice league run, I just think Johns' solo titles are immensely better. As for TDKR, i think some superman fans come across as a bit overzealous and go overboard with their vitriol of the book, seems like you're a lot more level headed and calm. Even though I'm a batfan I wouldn't place TDKR even in my top 10 best batman books. While I recognize it's importance in shaping the character I just wasn't a fan. Batman Year one though is fantastic. And while I'm indifferent to Superman, I guess his stories aren't really my cup of tea, I do recognize he is out of character in the book.

Also I'm probably gonna get some hate for this I do think Hush is a bit overrated. I kind of felt like Loeb ran out of ideas since it's basically a rehash of the Long Halloween/Dark victory formula. He's basically running through a gauntlet of villains again, and Hush/Riddler's master plot was simply throwing Batman's rogues at him. I don't think it's a great story, but it was definitely a fun, decent read for me at least. One of the best parts in Loeb's story was glimpses of Bruce and Tommy's friendship as children.

I would argue that Heart of Hush is an infinitely better story than Loeb's Hush, since it makes Elliot's motivations clearer, adds a LOT more depth and really displays his capabilities as a menacing criminal mastermind. HoH kind of reminded me of the Killing Joke in a way. It showed his potential as being one of Batman's most dangerous foes up there with Ra's al Ghul and the Joker. Not to mention you get a really great and endearing moment between Bruce and Selina :)

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It's been a week, so I think it's time for an update.

I've read 11 more of the stories on this list since it first got posted. My favorites would have to be Hush (which I'm surprised hasn't gotten an animated adaptation) and Arkham Asylum.

As for Under the Red Hood, I actually still like the movie more.

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@viin said:

Definately Year One, Dark Knight Returns, Killing Joke, Long Halloween, Court of Owls, Death in the Family, and Hush. I can ignore Morrison.

what he said. Morrison is just a headache mess. i vaguely remember some talking cat shit or something... pass.

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@bezza said:

I agree, I'm a fairly big Batman fan and I love Geoff Johns stuff...his Flash books are some of the best, GL obviously and I loved Shazam. At the end of the day its down to taste.....

He's a good writer.
Just,his treatment of Batman has lead us,Batmaniacs,to question his ability to write the character.

@bezza said:

I don't get all the Scott Snyder bashing. Black Mirror is one of the my favourite Batman books, ditto Court of Owls. Haven't read Death of the family as heard mixed reviews...

Me neither.

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@maccyd said:

@batcat91: Yeah, I don't get the opinion that batfans must automatically hate Johns. I'm a Superman fan, yet I don't mind Frank Millar/Dark Knight Returns. I'm not an idiot, I know that it was an alternate future Superman and not the main one.

@entropy_aegis Have you even read any of Johns work outside of Batman or JL?

I agree, I'm a fairly big Batman fan and I love Geoff Johns stuff...his Flash books are some of the best, GL obviously and I loved Shazam. At the end of the day its down to taste.....

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@jayc1324: those are some of my favorites too.

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@k4tzm4n: Well it tells the last Batman story ever. However it has different characters tells what happen to Batman (how he died) and what his live was like. It has a lot of small reference to Batmythos however you don't have to know them for the stories to be interesting. Among the people who tells Batman's life storyis Selina, Alfred, Superman, Robin, Ra's Al Ghul. The Alfred story being the best and most memorable however I won't spoil.

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Wow I just read this article about Batman and actually there were a couple things I didn't know or at least I didn't have clear lol. this article

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Wow I just read this article about Batman and actually there were a couple things I didn't know or at least I didn't have clear lol. this article

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@tupiaz said:

@entropy_aegis said:

@digitalshooter9 said:

@flying_j87 said:

No "Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader" by Neil Gaiman? For shame.

It wasn't that special.

It is more special than many of the stories on the list.

Yeah I'd say so... It was something unique in my opinion... It deserved a place here...

Orrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr you guys could promote why it's awesome so it could potentially motivate other people to pick it up? Seems like a better way to share your love for the story instead of saying a list that won't be altered needs to be altered ;)

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@tupiaz said:

@entropy_aegis said:

@digitalshooter9 said:

@flying_j87 said:

No "Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader" by Neil Gaiman? For shame.

It wasn't that special.

It is more special than many of the stories on the list.

Yeah I'd say so... It was something unique in my opinion... It deserved a place here...

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@digitalshooter9 said:

@flying_j87 said:

No "Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader" by Neil Gaiman? For shame.

It wasn't that special.

It is more special than many of the stories on the list.

Any 'Must Read' list that starts off with Batman: Hush is one that deserves to be praised. Awesome list and awesome stories.

LOL. Nice trolling.

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I'd recommend Morrison's Batman and Robin-- Far and away the best Bat-book I've ever read.

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Has anyone read Strange Apparitions?

I did, its very good.

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@the_mast said:

Seduction of the Gun is underrated, too.

Its criminally underrated, people who say Batman should use guns or kill criminals should read it.

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remove hush

Its an abysmal story

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Under the Red Hood... eh eh?

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@maccyd said:

@batcat91: Yeah, I don't get the opinion that batfans must automatically hate Johns. I'm a Superman fan, yet I don't mind Frank Millar/Dark Knight Returns. I'm not an idiot, I know that it was an alternate future Superman and not the main one.

@entropy_aegis Have you even read any of Johns work outside of Batman or JL?

His entire JL run,his entire GL run,IC,most of his first run on the Flash,entire second run including Flashpoint,most of his Teen Titans run,some JSA, Brightest Day, his Aquaman run excluding the final Dead King arc,his Superman work excluding the Legion story. Yeah suffice to say I've read atleast 75%-80% of his DC work and I remain convinced he's a mediocre writer overall whose real talent is his ability to humanize the character(in a generic/formulaic/repetitive manner) and write what fans really want. His cardinal sin is his blatant fanboyishness.

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Pretty good list. Hush was the first one to truly get me into comics, even though I didn't read another one for a year.

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No Man's Land??????????

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@nukea6: Its not that the arcs are bad. The problem is that he makes batman very dumb. In every arc we have a batman that thinks he knows everything. I mean in court of owls he sais that he knows Gotham City so well that its impossible to hide something from him, and then, well what do you know, there are owl assassins in every building in the thirteen floor. The same thing happens in death of the family. How could batman not see that the joker was in control of arkham?! how could he confirm that the joker didnt know the entrance to the bat cave and he was there!? Its those things that make snyder's run very strange. Its not all bad because I konw that he writes very well but his batman his weak

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@i_dont_like_comics: finally some on that can see that snyder's batman is boring as hell. I don't even know how people like the death of the family arc. That story was really bad

I thought it was pretty good until the ending which ruined it. The main Batman title has been pretty meh since that.

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@batcat91: Yeah, I don't get the opinion that batfans must automatically hate Johns. I'm a Superman fan, yet I don't mind Frank Millar/Dark Knight Returns. I'm not an idiot, I know that it was an alternate future Superman and not the main one.

@entropy_aegis Have you even read any of Johns work outside of Batman or JL?

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I have read most of these and I think they are all good stories with the exception of R.I.P., Black Mirror, Born to Kill, Year One, Batman and Son, and TDKR (although I have seen the movie). What I have read is really good. I would also add Face the Face, Legacy, and Joker's Asylum.

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@johnnymigas: no idea how you guys can hate snyders batman. The best part about his stories is that they are new and crazy. He doesn't just tell the same thing over and over.

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Pssshhh Black Mirror shouldn't have been included haha

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Must read Batman stories:

All of them

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No "Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader" by Neil Gaiman? For shame.

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Great List..

and I agree with both "Death of the family" and "Court of Owls" being on the list..Those were some great stories...

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no Batman Inc? (new 52)

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Proud to be able to admit I've read 90% of these :D Anyway, the Demon trilogy deserves to be on this list IMO instead of Death of the Family.

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Is Batman: In Darkest Knight a good read? no spoilers

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All Batman fans should read "The Cult".

Not sure why it didn't make the list but it's a classic.

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Great recommendations. Here is my top ten Batman stories:

  1. Zero Year

  2. The Court Of Owls

  3. Dark Victory

  4. The Long Halloween

  5. Year One

  6. The Man Who Laughs

  7. The Killing Joke

  8. The Black Glove/Batman R.I.P.

  9. The Return Of Bruce Wayne/Batman vs. Robin/ Batman and Robin Must Die

  10. The Dark Knight Returns

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Ten Nights of the Beast, why you no make this list :(

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@batcat91: It's not unexpected, this is what Johns does,he marginalizes and polarizes entire fandoms'. He's done it with GL and Flash outright,others as well but more subtly(retcons).

This guys thinking does not shock me at all,other Johns fans that I've argued with here have given me the same impression. Johns way=DC way, or you can take the highway,especially if you're a Batman fan.

I made an off handed post to Frozen(the user) about the eventual Batman vs DC phenomenon that will take hold of these forums merely a few days ago and I firmly blame Johns for it. He needs a proper editor who can rein him in.