Auctions: comic books in 'Batman', graded by CBCS

Batman (1940) 468 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

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Label #21-2599D8C-015

Part 2 of the 3-part 'Shadow Box,' continued from the previous issue. The streets of Gotham erupt as Triad gangs battle the Ghost Dragons for underworld supremacy, while Batman tries to keep Robin out of King Snake's way! Continued next issue. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Tom Lyle and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Lyle. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

Batman (1940) 484 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-22C2631-004

Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. At long last, the Black Mask returns! He wants to reclaim his old position as Gotham's mob boss...and to finally get revenge on the man who brought him down - Bruce Wayne. Written by Doug Moench, with art by Tom Grindberg and Trevor Scott. Cover by Michael Golden. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Batman (1940) 498 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-08E26EC-008

KnightFall Part 15. While Bruce Wayne laments his fate, Bane decided to wipe out all the other gangs in Gotham in "Knights in Darkness." Catwoman appearance. KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #665. Written by Doug Moench. Pencils by Jim Aparo. Inks by Rick Burchett. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Batman (1940) 508 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-22C365B-017

'KnightQuest: The Crusade' nears its conclusion as the Batman/Azrael saga reaches a major turning point. Jean-Paul Valley steps way over the line in his role as Batman by committing an act that cannot be undone, and which costs the life of an innocent. Continued in Batman Shadow of the Bat (1992) #28. Written by Doug Moench, with art by Mike Manley and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.50.

Batman (1940) 518 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-22C5E10-009

Part 1 of 3, continued next issue. As a gang murders innocent Gothamites, the deadly Black Spider battles the Dark Knight. Written by Doug Moench, with art by Kelley Jones and John Beatty. Cover by Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.50.

Batman (1940) 528 CBCS 9.8

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Slab: Scuffing on back of case

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Label #21-22C5E10-022

Cover pencils by Kelley Jones, inks by John Beatty. "Two-Face Part 2: Schismed Faces," script by Doug Moench, pencils by Kelley Jones, inks by John Beatty; Batman must stop a rampage of death when Two-Face's search for an old enemy leads to a disturbing encounter at the circus; Two-Face is obsessed with a two-faced carnival employee. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.95.

Batman (1940) 565 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-22C8315-020

No Man's Land Part 13. Mosaic: Part 1 of 2. Continued in Detective Comics (1937-) #732. Written by Greg Rucka. Art by Frank Teran. Cover by Frank Teran and Klaus Janson. Starring the all-new Batgirl! Black Mask, a major player in Gotham City's underworld, has gone over the edge and altered his M.O. with the events of No Man's Land. Now leading a cult of self-mutilated crazies and trying to take over the city, Batman and Batgirl -- with a little help from Oracle -- are all that stand in his way. But Oracle has definite issues with anyone who's going to put on a costume and call herself Batgirl! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.99.

Batman (1940) 568 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-22C8315-022

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART BY DAN JURGENS AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ; PAINTED COVER BY GLEN ORBIK AND LAUREL BLECHMAN Batman No Man's Land Batman and Robin face Clayface and Poison Ivy in Part 2 of the 3-part "Fruit of the Earth." After battling to enter Robinson Park, Batman and Robin must fight Clayface to free the enslaved Poison Ivy and gain access to a "Batcave" buried deep within Ivy's paradise. 40 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.99.

Batman (1940) 582 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-258F127-006

WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY SCOTT MCDANIEL AND KARL STORY; COVER BY MCDANIEL. Part 1 of the 2-part "Fearless," written by Ed Brubaker (DEADENDERS, SCENE OF THE CRIME). Sam Jeremy lost his entire world in a freak accident that took his wife and child. With nothing left to lose, he turns his attentions to becoming a career criminal, ruining the lives of everyone in his wake. Now Batman ? in both identities ? must attempt to save an old friend from a collision course with a life of crime. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 620 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2591D31-008

WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON "Broken City!" part 1 of 6. A dead girl's body is found in a Gotham Landfill, and the discovery sends Batman on a journey of self-examination that pits him against the Joker, Killer Croc and more! 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 621 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2591D31-009

WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores November 26. Part 2 of the 6-part "Broken City" by the creative team of 100 BULLETS! Batman continues the hunt for the man who killed a boy's parents in Gotham's underground, with the help of GOTHAM CENTRAL's Detective Crispin Allen. But as luck would have it, the Dark Knight runs into a little problem. Little problems in Gotham? Fat chance. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 625 CBCS 9.8 Johnson Variant

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Label #21-2591D31-016

WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores March 31. The creative team of 100 BULLETS brings the 6-part "Broken City" to an explosive conclusion! Over the past 6 months, Batman has been pushed to his limits ? physically and mentally. But when the Dark Knight finally catches up to Angel Lupo and discovers the dark secret behind a young boy's dead parents, his world is turned upside-down...and he'll need the help of The Joker to put things right! Don't miss the end of the Batman arc everyone is talking about! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 626 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2591D31-019

WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BY DUSTIN NGUYEN AND RICHARD FRIEND; PAINTED COVER BY MATT WAGNER In stores April 28. Part 1 of the 5-issue thriller "As the Crow Flies," written by Judd Winick with art by WILDCATS VERSION 3.0's Dustin Nguyen & Richard Friend and painted covers by Matt Wagner! Gotham's underworld is thrown into turmoil as its crimelords slip into a rabid ? and murderous ? frenzy. Is it coincidence, or part of an elaborate and sinister powerplay? Join a hot new creative team for an unforgettable soon-to-be classic! For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 632 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-259294A-004

Written by Bill Willingham Art by Kinsun & Aaron Sowd Cover by Matt Wagner "War Games," Act 2, Part 8! As the Gang War rages, Batman comes face-to-face with one of his deadliest foes: Zeiss! Does the Dark Knight stand a chance against the one man who can anticipate his every move? 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 660 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-259294A-022

Written by John Ostrander Art by Tom Mandrake Cover by Gregory Lauren. Don't miss a 4-part murder mystery by the acclaimed team of John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake (THE SPECTRE), starting with two chapters in December! Three horrific murders rock Gotham with only one gruesome connection: parts of the victim's faces have been carved away. Meanwhile, a brutal Russian gangster called Perun threatens Amina Franklin, a doctor working at Leslie Thompkins clinic, which brings in not only the Batman but his bizarre new foe: Grotesk! And as the mystery of Grotesk deepens, a vicious new player enters the game - a Japanese yakuza named Johnny Kareoke! Batman confronts Kareoke and his murderous Geisha Grrls while the monstrous Grotesk strikes once again! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman The Dark Knight Returns (1986) 1-1ST CBCS 9.4 1st Printing

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Label #22-2E01717-001

1st printing. NOTE: 2nd, 3rd, and 4th printings of #1 are labeled as such on the inside cover. Cover by Frank Miller. "The Dark Knight Returns," script and pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Klaus Janson; Set 20 years in the future, this story finds that in the absence of superheroes, criminals have run amok, and a gang called the Mutants are terrorizing Gotham City; Bruce Wayne has been retired from super-heroing for 10 years following the death of Jason Todd, the second Robin; Despite Wayne's funding of the rehabilitation of Harvey Dent (Two-Face), Dent returns to being a super-villain; Bruce, overcome with the grief over what Gotham has become, dons the Batman costume again and captures Dent. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 405 CBCS 9.2

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Significant front/back scuff(s).

Label #0008517-AB-007

Cover by Neal Adams. "The First of the Assassins!," script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Frank Giacoia; Batman is called upon to protect a shipping magnate, his fiancee, and his employee from an assassin on a supposedly deserted island. "The Living Statue!," script by Frank Robbins, pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Frank Giacoia; Continuing from last issue... Batgirl has been investigating the murder of X-rated film director Billy Warlock, whom her friend Jason Bard has been framed for; Her searches brough her to Warlock's studio where she was captured by one of Warlock's actresses Veda who masterminded the whole scheme and is now preparing to trap Batgirl in plaster. Reprint back-up story, "The Sleuth in the Iron Mask!," art by Bob Brown. 36 pgs., full color. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 646 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2364435-015

Part 3 of the 3-part 'Electric City': Galvan continues his killing spree until only one name remains on his hit list...Commissioner Gordon. It's up to Batman and Robin to prevent the murder and expose the role of the Electrocutioner. Continued from the previous issue. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Tom Lyle and Scott Hanna. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $1.25.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 650 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2364435-022

"The Dragon" Harold and Ace find strange things hidden in the depths of the Batcave, while Robin tries to prevent a murder planned more than fifty years ago. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Steve Mitchell. Cover by Alan Weiss. Cover price $1.25.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 668 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2426234-020

KnightQuest: The Crusade, following the adventures of Azrael as the new Batman, continues: Robin and Batman have their ultimate confrontation, ending with Tim Drake being locked out of the Batcave. This issue leads directly into Robin (1993-2009) #1. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover by Kelley Jones. Cover price $1.25.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 679 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-24270B3-012

Prodigal part 3. The conflicts established during ZERO MONTH continue, and Bruce Wayne's decision has dire consequences for those close to Batman. And the Ratcatcher returns with a serious grudge against the Dark Knight. Plus, Robin learns that Two-Face has escaped. Continues in Robin (1993-2009) #11. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Lee Weeks and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Weeks. Cover price $1.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 680 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-24270B3-015

Prodigal part 7. The new Batman has a showdown with Two-Face in Gotham City's Hall of Records, a confrontation that becomes a disturbing mirror for the dark episode in the Dark Knight's past that was revealed in Robin (1993-2009) #0. Meanwhile, Gordon and Essen's relationship deteriorates. Continues in Robin (1993-2009) #12. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Lee Weeks, Graham Nolan and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Weeks. Cover price $1.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 685 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-24270B3-020

Cover pencils by Chuck Dixon (sketch) and Graham Nolan (pencils), inks by Klaus Janson. "War of the Dragons, part 1 - The Iron Dragon," script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Steve Lieber, inks by Klaus Janson; A gang war is starting to develop in Gotham's Chinatown, and Batman investigates the events with the help of Robin; One of the major crime bosses in Chinatown, King Snake, receives a warning but he kills the messenger as a way to send his own message; His actions put him against his right hand Lynx who challenges King Snake for the gang leadership just to be beaten by Snake; At the time, the GCPD is worried about a killer named Tommy Mangles that roams free the streets of Gotham; Bruce and Tim try to get some informants inside Chinatown. 36 pgs., full color. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 686 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-24270B3-022

War of the Dragons part 3 (of 3), continued from Robin (1993-2009) #17. Batman struggles to keep Gotham's Chinatown from tearing itself apart as King Snake and Lynx fight for rule of the underworld. Luckily, he has help from some unexpected allies. Appearances by Nightwing and Huntress. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Steve Lieber and Klaus Janson. Cover by Graham Nolan and Janson. Miraweb Format. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 687 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-24270B3-023

The Dark Knight steps out of his element when he attempts to stop a river pirate who is preying upon Gotham City's yachts and gambling boats. Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover by Nolan. Miraweb Format. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 688 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-24280E0-002

Captain Fear leaves Batman in an escapable trap, facing the deadly currents of the Gotham River. Part 2 of 2, continued from the previous issue. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Eduardo Barreto. Cover by Nolan and Scott Hanna. Miraweb Format. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 691 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-24280E0-006

Underworld Unleashed tie-in. The Dark Knight faces the new Spellbinder, born of a deal with Neron and possessing the power to create illusions with dangerously concrete effects. Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Staz Johnson and Scott Hanna. Cover by Scott McDaniel. Miraweb Format. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 705 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-24280E0-021

"Badd Girls!" Story by Chuck Dixon. Art by Graham Nolan, Gloria Vasquez, John Costanza, and David Roach. Batman and Robin have always been known as the Dynamic Duo. But, what happens when the maniacal Riddler and the perplexing Cluemaster team up to form a Dynamic Duo of their own Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 706 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-24280E0-022

Cover pencils by Graham Nolan, inks by Karl Kesel. "Lethal Pursuits" starring Batman, Query, Echo, Ridder, Cluemaster, and Oracle, script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Graham Nolan, inks by David Roach; Riddler tells Batman that they only have 15 minutes to decipher his clue before he detonates the explosives in in Arthur Brown's vest; Batman and Robin decipher the clues but they remain unclear; Batman tells Robin to go to the Batcave, contact Oracle and get her help with Riddler's clues; Meanwhile, Batman locks Brown inside the Batmobile's truck and travels to the next address where Riddler would give them the next set of clues; Batman battles Query and Echo. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 708 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2428F5D-001

Cover art by Lee Weeks. "The Death Lottery Part One Heart of Glass," script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Graham Nolan, inks by Bill Sienkiewicz; Gunhawk and Bunny are ready to fulfill a contract on a man's life at the Seattle airport; Gunhawk misses the shot and they are both discovered; They leave because their target's bodyguard started shooting at them; Deathstroke hunts in Africa under the name of Baas; a lion knocks him to the ground; Batman and Robin patrol Gotham City. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 710 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2428F5D-003

Cover art by Lee Weeks. Heart of Ice (The Death Lottery Part Three) starring Batman, script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Graham Nolan, inks by Bill Sienkiewicz; Batman battles Deathstroke, Robin and Oracle investigate a crime. 32 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 712 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2428F5D-007

Cover art by Graham Nolan and Brian Stelfreeze. Gears of Justice starring Batman, script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Graham Nolan, inks by Bob McLeod; Batman battles Gearhead, who makes his first appearance. 32 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 714 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2428F5D-011

Cover art by Graham Nolan and Robert Campanella. A World for Burning starring Batman and John Jones (Martian Manhunter), script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Graham Nolan, inks by Eduardo Barreto; Batman faces a fiery foe named Firefly. 32 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 722 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2428F5D-017

Cataclysm Aftershock, Part 4 of 4. In the wake of the devastating quake, Batman and Robin try to find the mother of a lost little girl in "Statistics." Penguin cameo. Written by Chuck Dixon. Art by Jim Aparo & James Hodgkins. Cover by Brian Stelfreeze. Cover price $1.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 732 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2429F67-002

"Mosaic: Part Two," script by Greg Rucka, art by Frank Teran; Barbara Gordon is to shoot at the leader of the riot outside her building, Black Mask, when suddenly out of nowhere comes Batgirl, leaving Barbara in shock and devastated to see another woman other than her using the Batgirl mantle; Batgirl fights the False Face Society and their leader; Batgirl defeats Black Mask and his followers before the police arrive; Batgirl takes Roman Sionis to Batman; Chaos breaks out at Blackgate Penitentiary; Continued from Batman #565; part of "No Man's Land." 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.99.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 734 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2429F67-004

Cover pencils by Damion Scott, inks by Robert Campanella. "Mark of Cain: Part Two," script by Kelley Puckett, pencils by Damion Scott, inks by John Floyd; Cain attempts to kill James Gordon, but his daughter, Cassandra, leaps through a window, tackling him and foiling the assassination; Cassandra falls, and Cain grabs her arm while at the same time Batman lassos Cain's legs, suspending both Cain and his daughter over the side of a building; Batman begins to lose his grip, and Cassandra drops from her father's grip intentionally; Batman ties off his end of the rope and leaps after Cassandra; She awakens in a cemetery with Batman; Cassandra battles Two-Face; Batman battles Cain; Oracle also stars. Continued from Batman #567; Part 24 of "No Man's Land." 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.99.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 741 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2429F67-012

WRITTEN BY DEVIN GRAYSON AND GREG RUCKA; ART BY DAMION SCOTT, DALE EAGLESHAM, SEAN PARSONS, AND JOHN FLOYD; COVER BY ALEX MALEEV AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ The extra-length conclusion to the 3-part "Endgame" for "No Man's Land." "Endgame" concludes in the extra-length DETECTIVE COMICS #741 as Batman and his team launch a final, no-holds-barred assault against the Joker! One person makes the ultimate sacrifice to save Gotham's future, but will it send Batman over the edge? (This asault is also reflected in AZRAEL: AGENT OF THE BAT #61, guest-starring Batgirl!) FC, 40 PG." Batman No Man's Land Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 742 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2429F67-015

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH AND STEVE MITCHELL; COVER BY BRIAN STELFREEZE In the wake of "No Man's Land," longer stories, a new emphasis on Batman as a detective, and a muted color palette add up to a bold new look for the book that introduced the Dark Knight. The book that introduced the Dark Knight takes on a noir quality as "No Man's Land" writer Greg Rucka (Whiteout: Melt) is joined by artists Shawn Martinbrough (THE CREEPER, ACTION COMICS) and Steve Mitchell (DAY OF JUDGMENT), and employs a muted color palette for stylish mystery stories starring the Dark Knight. For the first four months of 2000, each extra-length issue of DETECTIVE will include 30-page lead stories (8 extra pages), after which an exciting all-new 8-page feature will make its debut. In DETECTIVE COMICS #742 (with a cover by Brian Stelfreeze), a new year finds a violent murder leading Batman to the discovery of organized-crime elements attempting to create a power base in the new Gotham. Meanwhile, Commissioner James Gordon is still reeling from his personal losses in No Man's Land. FC, 40 PG." Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 744 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2429F67-018

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH AND STEVE MITCHELL; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON. Batman has his hands full as Whisper A'Daire's interventions ignite the war among Gotham's crime families. Who will pay for the Dark Knight's failure when events spin out of control? FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 747 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-2429F67-022

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JORDAN B. GORFINKEL; ART BY WILLIAM ROSADO, JEFF JOHNSON, STEVE MITCHELL, AND AARON SOWD; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON. The GCPD's Renee Montoya takes the spotlight as a surprise delivery of flowers on her birthday leads her to a mystery and to face the last person in the world she ever expected ? much less wanted ? to see again. Plus, the present-day science-fiction series "The Jacobian" (written by Jordan B. Gorfinkel with art by Jeff Johnson and Aaron Sowd) continues as would-be killers become allies and friends become liabilities when Jacob goes to the land of Mahajaria in search of a mysterious woman's missing husband. FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 753 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242B326-008

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JORDAN B. GORFINKEL; ART BY STEVE MANNION, BRAD RADER, JEFF JOHNSON, AND DAN PANOSIAN; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON. "This Issue: Batman Dies!!!" During a psychiatric evaluation, it's revealed that, as therapy, Two-Face has written and drawn his own comic book adventures starring Harvey Dent and Detective Renee Montoya, in which he chronicles the many deaths of the Dark Knight. Plus, the back-up adventure "The Jacobian" continues. FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 760 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242B326-017

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND ED BRUBAKER; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, DARWYN COOKE, JESSE DELPERDANG, AND CAMERON STEWART; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON Batman faces off against the sinister Mad Hatter as Montoya and Allen are trapped in a jail cell and a precinct full of cops fall into Hatter-induced chaos. Plus, "Trail of Catwoman" continues in the backup written by Ed Brubaker (BATMAN) and illustrated by Darwyn Cooke (BATMAN: EGO) & Cameron Stewart (DEADENDERS). FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 762 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242B326-020

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND ED BRUBAKER; ART BY RICK BURCHETT, DARWYN COOKE, AND DAN DAVIS; COVER BY JOHN MCCREA AND JAMES HODGKINS Things between Bruce and Vesper heat up, while Sasha begins a new, uneasy working arrangement with Batman. Meanwhile, the GCPD's Internal Affairs goes after a dirty cop ? and you won't believe who it is! All this and a shock ending you don't dare miss! Plus, "Trail of the Catwoman" concludes in the backup written by Ed Brubaker (BATMAN) and illustrated by Darwyn Cooke (BATMAN: EGO) ? leading into an all-new CATWOMAN ongoing series! Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 763 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242B326-021

Joker Last Laugh, Pt. 15 of 33. WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, CLIFF CHIANG AND JESSE DELPERDANG; COVER BY TIM SALE In stores October 17. With Batman out mopping up "Jokerized" pests, Sasha decides to go on solo patrol. But the danger is double for her as she meets up with the knife-wielding new villain Cucilla and...the Huntress! Plus, an all-new 8-part backup serial begins this issue: JOSIE MAC, written by Judd Winick (GREEN LANTERN, Exiles) and illustrated by Cliff Chiang (WONDER WOMAN: OUR WORLDS AT WAR). FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 764 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242B326-022

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, CLIFF CHIANG AND JESSE DELPERDANG; COVER BY JOHN MCCREA. As Vesper digs deeper into her investigation reporting on Batman, Harvey Bullock's replacement ? a familiar face from the DCU ? sets up shop at the GCPD. Plus, Part 2 of the backup serial "Josie Mac," written by Judd Winick (GREEN LANTERN, Exiles) and illustrated by Cliff Chiang (WONDER WOMAN: OUR WORLDS AT WAR). FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 768 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242C9C7-005

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY STEVE LIEBER, CLIFF CHIANG AND MICK GRAY; COVER BY JOHN MCCREA AND JAMES HODGKINS Batman's back on the street ? and just in time! A lethal shipment of heroin is sweeping through the city, as the Lucky Hand Triad is being stalked by a shadowy, feathery figure from its past. Plus, chapter six of "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick (GREEN LANTERN) and Cliff Chiang (WONDER WOMAN: OUR WORLDS AT WAR). FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 770 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242C9C7-007

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY STEVE LIEBER, CLIFF CHIANG AND MARK MCKENNA; COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON. "Bruce Wayne: Fugitive" Part 8! As we reveal yet another clue to the riddle of Vesper Fairchild's murder, Batman comes into conflict with an agent of the organization known as Checkmate. Both seek to bring down the Lucky Hand Triad, and both are desperate to get a deadly shipment of drugs off the street. But can two men whose lives are shrouded in secrecy and solitude commit to a temporary partnership? And can they stop the frightful menace of Ekin- Tzu? Plus, Chapter Eight of "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick and Cliff Chiang. FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 771 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242C9C7-008

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY STEVE LIEBER, CLIFF CHIANG AND MARK MCKENNA; COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON. "Bruce Wayne: Fugitive" Part 12! It's one thing to try and solve a murder. Being cleared of the crime is a different matter. While Batman struggles to build a new life, the shadow of the GCPD looms large. Plus, Chapter Nine of "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick and Cliff Chiang. FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 773 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242C9C7-013

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY STEVE LEIBER, STEFANO GAUDIANO, MARK MCKENNA, AND RICK HOBERG; COVER BY BILL SIENKIEWICZ. As the GCPD prepares to make a major announcement, Sasha Bordeaux ? Bruce Wayne's bodyguard ? sits in a maximum security penitentiary. Will she survive in a hellhole populated by some of America's most dangerous women...including the deadly Cucilla? Plus, a backup story written by John Francis Moore with art by Stefano Gaudiano & Rick Hoberg introduces a new vigilante to the streets of Gotham. Can Batman handle the competition? FC, 40 PG. $2.75 Cover price $2.75.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 776 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242C9C7-015

WRITTEN BY PAUL BOLLES AND NANCY GAGNÉ; ART BY WILLIAM ROSADO, MICHÉL GAGNÉ, AND BOB WIACEK; COVER BY BRIAN EWING. Batman tries to stop a cop with a vendetta from ripping Gotham apart. But how can he do that if he's lying unconcious in the Batmobile? Plus, a new 4-part backup feature, "Spore," is the Batman story we promise will shock every reader. It really is the story you thought you'd never see, written by Nancy Gagné and illustrated by renowned children's book and indie comix artist Michél Gagné (Zed, Insanely Twisted Rabbit). FC, 40 PG. $2.75 Cover price $2.75.