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Batman: The Black Casebook #[nn]

Aug 2009 · DC · 17.99 USD; 21.99 CAD
“A Partner for Batman”

In "A Partner for Batman," Batman confronts a harrowing simulation that forces him to face the unthinkable—losing Robin in a high-stakes, isolated scenario. The psychological toll of the experience shakes him to his core, leading him to question his role as a hero and ultimately consider stepping away from the fight. Written by Bill Finger and illustrated by Sheldon Moldoff, with inks by Charles Paris and letters by Stan Starkman, this poignant story explores the emotional weight of partnership and sacrifice, all under a striking cover by Brainchild Studios.

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writer Bill Finger · artist Sheldon Moldoff · inker Charles Paris · letterer Stan Starkman · cover Brainchild Studios

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Batman undergoes a test simulation for a situation that astronauts may one day face alone in outer space, and during that simulation he sees Robin dies. After the test is over, Batman faces the terrible side-effects of his simulation, believing that Robin will actually die, and it so complicates his fight against crime, he decides to retire!

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