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Batman (1940) 609 VF 8.0

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores November 27. Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee continue their run on BATMAN with Part 2 of the 12-part "Hush." Lying near death, Batman must turn to the least likely person from the Bat family for help: the Huntress! Meanwhile, Catwoman continues to hunt down the mysterious individual responsible for wreaking havoc in their lives ? a path that leads her back to Poison Ivy. 48 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 666 VF 8.0

Written by Grant Morrison Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang Cover by Andy Kubert Meet Damian Wayne, the Batman of Tomorrow in this special issue set 15 years from now in a nightmarish future Gotham! In a world torn apart by terrorism, plagues, rogue weather and bizarre super-crime, only 24 hours are left before the climactic battle of Armageddon - and only one man who might be able to stop it. But will he? The Son of the Bat meets the Prince of Darkness and the stage is set for the ultimate battle between evil and moral ambiguity. Can Damian make peace with his heritage to save the world? 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 674 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-2593630-008

Batman R.I.P. Prelude - Part 6 of 7 - The 3rd Batmen: Part 3 of 4 - Written by Grant Morrison Art by Tony S. Daniel & Sandu Florea. Cover by Daniel & Jonathan Glapion. More secrets of Batman are revealed! Batman finds himself in a torture chamber facing the last and deadliest of the three Batman replacements...and finally learns the tragic story of how they came to be! With a shocking appearance by Bat-Mite, this tale leads to more revelations about the young Batman's participation in a bizarre isolation experiment as we learn how the terrifying consequences of his actions will alter the Dark Knight's life in the months to come. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 708 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-2594C88-016

Judgment on Gotham: Part 1 of 4 - Written by DAVID HINE. Art & cover by GUILLEM MARCH. Batman uncovers just how deep the Falcone Crime Family has penetrated the inner (and outer) workings of Gotham City, while Kitrina Falcone - a.k.a. Catgirl - is tempted to take over the family business. When she finds herself in hot water, she'll need Batman's help or all of her nine lives may run out. Story continues in Red Robin (2009-2011) #22. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) Convention Reprints 608CUSTOM.A CGC 9.8 Lee Custom Foil A Variant

Paper: White

Foil variant Cover

Label #3919126021

Custom Foil variant distributed at conventions in 2019. WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their much-anticipated run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." What's this new storyline about? Like the title says, it's a secret that's best kept under wraps for now. But Killer Croc is sure to be a part of the puzzle. What we can tell you is that Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose... 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) McFarlane Toys Page Punchers Reprint 608 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

McFarlane Special Edition

Label #4123728014

Reprint of Batman (1940) #608 included with the McFarlane Toys Page Punchers Batman toy.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 6A CGC 9.6 Finch

Paper: White

Label #1476555025

DC Universe Rebirth Tie-In - I am Gotham: Epilogue - Written by Tom King. Art by Ivan Reis and Joe Prado. Cover by David Finch and Danny Miki. In this stand-alone tale, Batman seeks redemption as he tries to keep Gotham Girl from going down a dangerous path. But can the Dark Knight save someone who doesn't want to be saved? 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $2.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 9B CGC 9.4 Sale Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover

Label #2098270008

Written by Tom King. Art by Mikel Janin. Cover by Tim Sale. 'I Am Suicide' part one! Batman has always been crazy…but this? This is suicide! In order to retrieve Psycho-Pirate and save Gotham Girl, Batman must recruit a team from Amanda Waller to break into the most impenetrable prison in the world and steal from one of the Dark Knight's greatest foes…Bane. The next great Batman story begins here! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $2.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 92A CGC 9.8 Putri

Paper: White

Label #3692439013

Their Dark Designs: Part 7 of 9 - Written by James Tynion IV. Art Guillem March. Cover by Yasmin Putri. The greatest heist in history is underway in Gotham City, courtesy of the mysterious crimemaster known as the Designer! Batman knows what he needs to do, but in order to stop the plot, he must first escape the most ingenious death trap the Riddler has ever devised! 32 Pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 95B CGC 9.8 Mattina Variant

Paper: White

Slab: See item notes

Variant Cover. Minor side/edge crack(s), less than 1".

Label #3835651013

Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Jorge Jimenez. Cover by Francesco Mattina. It was always going to come to this. The Clown Prince of Crime and the Dark Knight Detective go head-to-head for the last time. The Joker has never wanted to win before, he's never wanted his battle with Batman to end, but now his motivation has shifted. He has decided that one way or another, this will be the final chapter to their story. 'Joker War' begins here! Cover price $4.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 97A CBCS 9.8 March

Paper: White

Label #20-2F431FA-009

Joker War: Part 3 of 6 - Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Jorge Jimenez. Cover by Guillem March. The Joker's army is growing hour by hour, with weapons beyond anything the Clown Prince of Crime has ever used before. Batman must hold his mind together so he can strike the final blow and take back his city-but how can he heal the rifts he's created in his life to get the help he needs? And while all this is happening, the villains of Gotham City are waiting out the carnage Joker has unleashed-and Catwoman assembles an army of her own! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 105A CGC 9.8 Jimenez

Paper: White

Label #3784831014

Ghost Stories: Part 4 of 4 - Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Christian Duce, Alvaro Martinez, Carlo Pagulayan and Danny Miki. Cover by Jorge Jimenez. Batman battles Ghost-Maker in the no-holds-barred, bloody conclusion of this epic tale…winner take Gotham City! And the outcome is not what youre expecting! The future of Gotham City and the fate of Clownhunter hang in the balance! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 111B CGC 9.8 Dell'Otto Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover

Label #3938016025

Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Jorge Jimenez, Ricardo Lopez Ortiz. Cover by Gabriele Dell'Otto. Mayor Nakano announces a crackdown on masked vigilantes just as the Magistrate moves against the Unsanity Collective. Batman attempts to avert a bloodbath, while the Scarecrow makes his final move...Fear State is about to begin! Backup: Ghost-Maker faces his most gruesome adversary yet...the horrific Razorline! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $5.99.

Batman (2016 3rd Series) 149B CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4492666014

Written by Chip Zdarsky. Art by Michele Bandini. Cover by Gabriele Dell Otto. DARK PRISONS--EPILOGUE When confronted with the totality of your life, and all the choices that led you to where you are, do you build on the ashes, or rise from them? The Batman who is left standing will have to answer this question quickly, as someone is already sifting through those ashes, with an eye toward saving the world! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $5.99.

Batman (Italian 1966 Mondadori) 8 CGC 7.0

Paper: Off white to white

Batman #8 Italian Edition

Label #4438530013

Italian Reprint Series. Reprints various Batman and Detective Comics stories. Reprints cover from Batman #190. Reprints stories from Batman (1940) #95 and Batman (1940) #190. Italian Language.

Batman Adventures (1992 1st Series) #12 Convention Reprints 12ARTGERM.D VF 8.0

FanExpo and Artgerm Collectibles Exclusive Virgin Cover by Stanley "Artgerm" Lau. 1st appearance of Harley Quinn in a comic book. "Batgirl: Day One." Barbara Gordon attends a costume party dressed as Batgirl. Unfortunately, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn also decide to show up. Based on Batman The Animated Series. Script by Kelley Puckett, pencils by Mike Parobeck, inks by Rick Burchett.

Batman Adventures (1992 1st Series) 12D CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4485085022

Direct Edition. 1st appearance of Harley Quinn in a comic book. "Batgirl: Day One." Barbara Gordon attends a costume party dressed as Batgirl. Unfortunately, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn also decide to show up. Based on Batman The Animated Series. Script by Kelley Puckett, pencils by Mike Parobeck, inks by Rick Burchett. Cover by Parobeck. Cover price $1.25.

Batman Adventures (1992 1st Series) 12D VG- 3.5

Direct Edition. 1st appearance of Harley Quinn in a comic book. "Batgirl: Day One." Barbara Gordon attends a costume party dressed as Batgirl. Unfortunately, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn also decide to show up. Based on Batman The Animated Series. Script by Kelley Puckett, pencils by Mike Parobeck, inks by Rick Burchett. Cover by Parobeck. Cover price $1.25.

Batman Beyond (1999 1st Series) Special Origin Issue #1, 1st Printing CGC 9.8 FCBD Variant

Paper: White

Label #4018640002

1st printing. Distributed as a free giveaway for Free Comic Book Day as well as a Six Flags giveaway.

Batman Beyond Neo-Year (2022 DC) 1A CGC 9.8 Dunbar

Paper: White

Label #4068432020

Written by Collin Kelly, Jackson Lanzing. Art and Cover by Max Dunbar. Neo-Gotham is alive and has killed Bruce Wayne. Its rejected Terry McGinnis as Batman and offered him the chance to escape. Terry turned it down—he is the citys protector, and he will uphold the legacy of Batman. Now Neo-Gotham will do everything in its power to destroy Terry, including creating brand-new villains to fight him. Terrys first year without Bruce Wayne begins…does he have a fighting chance? From the rising-star creative team of Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing (Kang the Conqueror) and Max Dunbar (Batman: Urban Legends, Robin), a new future for Batman Beyond has begun! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Batman Beyond Neo-Year (2022 DC) 1B CGC 9.8 Ward Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover

Label #4099513017

Written by Collin Kelly, Jackson Lanzing. Art by Max Dunbar. Cover by Christian Ward. Neo-Gotham is alive and has killed Bruce Wayne. Its rejected Terry McGinnis as Batman and offered him the chance to escape. Terry turned it down—he is the citys protector, and he will uphold the legacy of Batman. Now Neo-Gotham will do everything in its power to destroy Terry, including creating brand-new villains to fight him. Terrys first year without Bruce Wayne begins…does he have a fighting chance? From the rising-star creative team of Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing (Kang the Conqueror) and Max Dunbar (Batman: Urban Legends, Robin), a new future for Batman Beyond has begun! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Batman Beyond Return of the Joker (2001) 1D VG 4.0

1" Spine split from top.

Direct Edition. Story by Darren Vincenzo. Art and Cover by Craig Rousseau. We've all learned that in the future Gotham City of BATMAN BEYOND, young Terry McGinnis has assumed the mantle of the bat. As the new Batman and protector of Gotham, he's had to face many strange new villains and even more bizarre challenges ? gathering a Rogues Gallery of his very own. But nothing could have prepared him for the return of original Batman Bruce Wayne's greatest archenemy ? the psychopathic Joker! And what happens when the Clown Prince of Crime lets loose in a future that seems all new and ready for the taking? Cover price $2.95.

Batman Black and White (2020 DC) 3B CGC 9.8 Takeda Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #3828639007

Cover by Sana Takeda. Written by John Ridley, Bilquis Evely, Bengal, Tim Seeley and Nick Dragotta. Art by Olivier Coipel, Bilquis Evely, Bengal, Kelley Jones and Nick Dragotta. The mythology of Batman continues to expand in this issue of Batman Black and White as we explore alternate takes and possible futures for the Caped Crusader from the minds of comics' most innovative and creative thinkers! Academy Award-winning writer John Ridley and iconic Thor and Avengers artist Olivier Coipel reteam in "The Cavalry" to dip into the world of Future State and expand the legend of the next Batman and introduce us to his new...well, she's not exactly Robin! Bilquis Evely, Eisner Award-nominated artist of The Sandman Universe's The Dreaming and Wonder Woman, writes and draws "A Kingdom of Thorns," a tale that takes the myth of Batman to a medieval realm of knights and sorcery. In this vision of Batman, the Dark Knight is a real knight...and he must save a community from a dryad known as Ivy! Bengal, international comics luminary and co-creator of Death or Glory, returns to DC for "I Am the Bat," a story expressing Batman's admiration for his father and how he once protected Gotham City. Celebrated co-writer of Grayson and writer of Nightwing, Tim Seeley returns to his horror roots with one of comics' most legendary Batman and horror artists, Kelley Jones, to show us a Gotham cursed to be forever haunted by Batman in "Unquiet Knight"! And Nick Dragotta, co-creator of East of West, makes his DC writing debut with "Legacy," a tale that looks at a post apocalyptic future where a giant Batman-like robot rampages through what's left of Gotham City! Plus pin-ups by Ariela Kristantina and Andie Tong. 48 pages, B&W. Ages 13+ Cover price $5.99.

Batman Harley Quinn (1999) 1REP.2ND FN 6.0 Ross Variant 2nd Printing

2nd Printing (2nd and 3rd printings have 2nd and 3rd printing notices on inside front cover). Written by Paul Dini; art by Yvel Guichet and Aaron Sowd; painted cover by Alex Ross. The most popular character introduced in Batman's animated adventures enters the DC Universe and "No Man's Land" ? in a Prestige one-shot written by Harley's creator, Paul Dini (SUPERMAN: PEACE ON EARTH), with a painted cover by PEACE ON EARTH's Alex Ross and stunning interiors by Yvel Guichet and Aaron Sowd. Since Gotham's fall, the Joker has been relatively quiet...but that's about to change as former Arkham Asylum doctor Harleen Quinzel joins the Clown Prince of Crime to put him back on top. But when their unusual partnership leaves Harley a little worse for wear, she enlists Poison Ivy's help. Now the Joker and Batman are going to learn that this souped-up Harley's not going to be pushed around anymore. Prestige Format. FC, 48 pg.$5.95" Batman No Man's Land Cover price $5.95.

Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4494507003

The tale begins on a treacherous mountain climb to track a killer. It ends with the birth of the LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT. On his quest to apprehend the killer, Bruce Wayne meets a tribal shaman who has a lasting impact on his life, influencing him, upon his return to Gotham City, to take up the cowl of Batman. Then, strange, ritualistic murders start occurring, and a mysterious bat-like person is seen. "Shaman" is a 5-part story that examines the early days of Batman...and leads off the first new regular Batman title in years. Written by Dennis O'Neil, with art by Ed Hannigan and John Beatty. Inner cover painting by George Pratt. Deluxe format. NOTE: Outer cover has four different color variations and are not listed individually within our system. Cover price $1.50.

Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989) 1 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4494507004

The tale begins on a treacherous mountain climb to track a killer. It ends with the birth of the LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT. On his quest to apprehend the killer, Bruce Wayne meets a tribal shaman who has a lasting impact on his life, influencing him, upon his return to Gotham City, to take up the cowl of Batman. Then, strange, ritualistic murders start occurring, and a mysterious bat-like person is seen. "Shaman" is a 5-part story that examines the early days of Batman...and leads off the first new regular Batman title in years. Written by Dennis O'Neil, with art by Ed Hannigan and John Beatty. Inner cover painting by George Pratt. Deluxe format. NOTE: Outer cover has four different color variations and are not listed individually within our system. Cover price $1.50.

Batman Secret Files (2018) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #2094794004

Cover by Mikel Janín. Written by Tom King, Ram V, Cheryl Lynn Eaton, Jordie Bellaire and Tom Taylor. Art by Mikel Janín, Jorge Fornés, Elena Casagrande, Jill Thompson, Brad Walker and Andew Hennessy. Delve into Batman's case histories and discover brand-new stories by some of comics' most exciting talents. The BATMAN team of Tom King and Mikel Janín provides a framing sequence with the story "True Strength" (with an appearance by Superman), setting up our hand-picked teams of creators to take a look at Bat-mysteries past and present, including: a look at how the Scarecrow's fear toxin affects the common man in "The Nature of Fear" by Ram V and Jorge Fornés; "One" by Cheryl Lynn Eaton and Elena Casagrande; "Enough" by Jordie Bellaire and Jill Thompson; and the Dark Knight Detective teaming up with Detective Chimp in "The World's Greatest Detective, and Batman" by Tom Taylor, Brad Walker and Andrew Hennessy. 48 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

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

Paper: White

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.

Batman The Killing Joke (1988) 1-1ST CGC 9.8 SS Bolland Bolland Variant 1st Printing

Paper: White

Signed by Brain Bolland on 4/1/21

Label #2504933017

1st Printing. Batman matches wits with his arch nemesis The Joker in this critically acclaimed, prestige format one-shot. He also laughs at one of his jokes. The book is infamous for the scene in which The Joker shoots and cripples Barbara Gordon, effectively ending her crime fighting career as Batgirl. Written by Alan Moore, with art by Brian Bolland. 52 pages, full color. NOTE: 1st Printing, title is printed in lime green embossed ink. All others are later printings. Cover price $3.50.

Batman The Killing Joke (1988) 1-1ST FN/VF 7.0 Bolland Variant 1st Printing

1st Printing. Batman matches wits with his arch nemesis The Joker in this critically acclaimed, prestige format one-shot. He also laughs at one of his jokes. The book is infamous for the scene in which The Joker shoots and cripples Barbara Gordon, effectively ending her crime fighting career as Batgirl. Written by Alan Moore, with art by Brian Bolland. 52 pages, full color. NOTE: 1st Printing, title is printed in lime green embossed ink. All others are later printings. Cover price $3.50.

Batman The Killing Joke (1988) 1-1ST FN 6.0 Bolland Variant 1st Printing

1st Printing. Batman matches wits with his arch nemesis The Joker in this critically acclaimed, prestige format one-shot. He also laughs at one of his jokes. The book is infamous for the scene in which The Joker shoots and cripples Barbara Gordon, effectively ending her crime fighting career as Batgirl. Written by Alan Moore, with art by Brian Bolland. 52 pages, full color. NOTE: 1st Printing, title is printed in lime green embossed ink. All others are later printings. Cover price $3.50.

Batman the Knight (2022 DC) 6A CGC 9.8 Giandomenico

Paper: White

Slab: Minor side/edge crack(s)

Label #4090936009

Written by Chip Zdarsky. Art and Cover by Carmine Di Giandomenico. Bruce Waynes difficult journey to become Batman continues as he travels to Northern Canada seeking a mastery of weapons and marksmanship from a legendary hunter. Bruces companion, however, will reveal a lethal secret that could jeopardize the entire mission... 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Batman Three Jokers (2020 DC) 1H CGC 9.4 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Second Printing.

Label #3824435012

2nd Printing. Written by Geoff Johns. Art and Cover by Jason Fabok. It's one of the most anticipated comic book stories of the decade: Batman: Three Jokers by Geoff Johns and Jason Fabok! Debuting in August, this three-issue Prestige Format DC Black Label series delivers the payoff to the years-long mystery of why - and how - there are three Jokers, and what that revelation means to the eternal conflict between Batman, his allies, and the Clown Prince of Crime. 48 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $6.99.

Batman Three Jokers (2020 DC) 3A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3807719022

Written by Geoff Johns. Art and Cover by Jason Fabok. The final chapter of the most terrifying and personal Batman mystery is here! Still reeling from their last encounter with the three Jokers, Batman, Batgirl, and Red Hood discover the terrible truth about the Three Jokers plot. Will the caped crusaders have the strength needed to put an end to the maniacal menaces master plan once and for all, or will it be lights out for good? You wont want to miss the stunning conclusion of Batman: Three Jokers as it completes its trajectory as the ultimate examination of The Joker and his never-ending conflict with Batman. 48 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $6.99.

Spawn Batman (1994) 1D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4026070004

Cover pencils by Todd McFarlane, inks by Kiko Taganashi. This prestige format one-shot pits the legendary Dark Knight against Todd McFarlane's now classic creation, Spawn! Batman travels to New York City where he finds himself unwittingly manipulated by a twisted humanitarian into a confrontation with the Hellspawn himself! Features pin-ups by Greg Capullo, Todd McFarlane and Frank Miller. 60 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Spawn Batman (1994) 1D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4096854004

Cover pencils by Todd McFarlane, inks by Kiko Taganashi. This prestige format one-shot pits the legendary Dark Knight against Todd McFarlane's now classic creation, Spawn! Batman travels to New York City where he finds himself unwittingly manipulated by a twisted humanitarian into a confrontation with the Hellspawn himself! Features pin-ups by Greg Capullo, Todd McFarlane and Frank Miller. 60 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Spawn Batman (1994) 1D CGC 9.0 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4400734008

Cover pencils by Todd McFarlane, inks by Kiko Taganashi. This prestige format one-shot pits the legendary Dark Knight against Todd McFarlane's now classic creation, Spawn! Batman travels to New York City where he finds himself unwittingly manipulated by a twisted humanitarian into a confrontation with the Hellspawn himself! Features pin-ups by Greg Capullo, Todd McFarlane and Frank Miller. 60 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.