Streets of Gotham

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Bruce Wayne witnessed the murder of his billionaire parents as a child, swearing to avenge them. He trained extensively to achieve both mental and physical perfection, mastering detective skills, martial arts, and criminal psychology. Costumed as a bat to prey on criminals' fear and utilizing a high-tech arsenal in his crusade to rid Gotham City of crime, the legendary Batman was born.

Streets of Gotham

#1 Posted by Joelislegend (212 posts) - 1 year, 4 months ago - Show Bio

So I started reading Streets of Gotham but honestly the first issue left me unimpressed. It is Paul Dini... But I don't know...

Can anyone on here recommend it? Are there any really good arcs or anything worthwhile in it?

#2 Posted by Jonny_Anonymous (15773 posts) - 1 year, 4 months ago - Show Bio

I (like a lot of people on this site) thought it was awesome

#3 Posted by Joelislegend (212 posts) - 1 year, 4 months ago - Show Bio

I think what's holding me back are all the Hush related stories. Really didn't like Heart of Hush.

#4 Posted by entropy_aegis (12319 posts) - 1 year, 4 months ago - Show Bio

@Joelislegend said:

I think what's holding me back are all the Hush related stories. Really didn't like Heart of Hush.

Then Streets of Gotham is'nt for you.It's literally a Hush ongoing,I would recommend issues #9-11 cause they featured an awesome Damian vs Zsasz storyline.

#5 Posted by jrock85 (2870 posts) - 1 year, 4 months ago - Show Bio

I liked it when it focused on Damian. Didn't really care for the Hush arc.

#6 Posted by Joelislegend (212 posts) - 1 year, 4 months ago - Show Bio

Damian vs Zsasz must be nuts. Picking them up today thanks guys!

#7 Posted by entropy_aegis (12319 posts) - 1 year, 4 months ago - Show Bio

@Joelislegend said:

Damian vs Zsasz must be nuts. Picking them up today thanks guys!

It was bloody that's for sure.

#8 Posted by jrock85 (2870 posts) - 1 year, 4 months ago - Show Bio

@Joelislegend: This arc really humanized Damian and showcased how much he's matured.

#9 Posted by Dhor (272 posts) - 1 year, 2 months ago - Show Bio

one of my favorite Batman series. i mean had lots of fun reading it. what i really like about this series is the fact that Batman IS NOT the narrator. it makes him feel more mysterious and interesting. the supporting characters are great and the storyline with Zsasz and Damian was great. it had a great feel to it and the character Abuse was a tragic and great addition to Gotham.

i`m really sorry to see this story canceled after 21 issues cause i had such a blast reading it. i

#10 Posted by CitizenBane (19886 posts) - 1 year, 2 months ago - Show Bio

If you can only read it for one thing, let it be this.

#11 Posted by NewKid (317 posts) - 1 year, 2 months ago - Show Bio

does reading this series add anything to the whole batman reborn era?

i hadn't really considered reading it before...

i like the dick and damien team, but i never really hear anything about this...

can it just be easily skipped over?

#12 Posted by CitizenBane (19886 posts) - 1 year, 2 months ago - Show Bio

@NewKid: It's not essential reading, if that's what you're asking.

#13 Posted by NewKid (317 posts) - 1 year, 2 months ago - Show Bio

@CitizenBane: not necessarily is it essential... just, is it worth reading if you're a fan of the dick / damien era? or is it way below the quality of the others?

like i say, i just never hear anything about the streets if gotham series.

#14 Posted by CitizenBane (19886 posts) - 1 year, 2 months ago - Show Bio

@NewKid: It's not quite a Dick/Damian book. The first half of the series revolves around Damian mostly, and the second half revolves around Hush and Bruce. Dick's involvement is minimal. The quality is ok, but the Damian stories are better.

#15 Posted by rogue_mar1e (19743 posts) - 1 year, 2 months ago - Show Bio

I thoroughly enjoyed this series.

#16 Posted by NewKid (317 posts) - 1 year, 2 months ago - Show Bio

@CitizenBane: hmmm, ok thanks :)

i might check out the first trade if i see it about at a decent price...

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