Batman / Grendel #[nn]
In "Devil's Riddle," Matt Wagner crafts a chilling crossover where Batman confronts Prime, a relentless force with a human brain hidden within a mechanical shell. As the two clash in a brutal, high-stakes battle, the mystery of Prime’s skull—and the reason it’s hollow—begins to unravel. With Wagner handling every aspect of the interior art and inks, and Gregory Wright’s colors deepening the shadows, this 2008 DC/Dark Horse collaboration delivers a tense, visually striking showdown. The cover by Matt Wagner captures the eerie intensity of the encounter, setting the tone for a story where past and future collide.
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Glen agrees to help Prime return to future on condition that Prime doesn't kill Batman. Batman amours up and defeats and disassembles Prime. Prime's story is recapped; Prime has a human brain! Prime reassembles himself and goes for the skull. The hole in skull is explained.
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