Gotham Academy

At Urban Comics (DC's French imprint), Gotham Academy (2015–2017) reimagines the iconic Bat-mythos through the eyes of students at a prestigious Gotham City prep school. This three-issue series, brought to life by artists Karl Kerschl and Mingjue Helen Chen, focuses on mystery, friendship, and school-life intrigue rather than caped crusading. It matters as a fresh, character-driven entry point into Gotham's world, emphasizing atmosphere and youthful adventure over superhero spectacle.