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Batman: White Knight

Batman: White Knight

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ComicsGraphic Novels
Pages
232
Published
2018
Language
English

Synopsis

What if the Joker was cured and decided to fix Gotham? In this reimagining, Jack Napier, formerly the Joker, seeks to atone for his past crimes. His new mission: to expose Batman as the true villain plaguing the city. This series explores the blurred lines between hero and monster in a twisted take on Gotham.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

DarkThought-ProvokingComplexAtmospheric
Redemption ArcMorally GreyRivalsAnti-Hero

Genres

Comics Graphic Novels

Authors

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Sean Gordon Murphy

Sean Gordon Murphy is an American comic book writer and artist, born in Nashua, New Hampshire. He created the "Murphyverse," including Batman: White Knight and its sequels Curse of the White Knight and Beyond the White Knight, which he wrote and illustrated. He is also known for Punk Rock Jesus, Joe the Barbarian (with Grant Morrison), The Wake and American Vampire: Survival of the Fittest (with Scott Snyder), and Tokyo Ghost (with Rick Remender).

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Matt Hollingsworth

Matt Hollingsworth is an American comic book colorist. Born in 1968 in Ojai, California, he graduated from the Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art in 1991 and began picking up work from DC and Marvel within days. After a year heading the painted art department at Dark Horse Comics he returned to freelancing and helped launch Vertigo's Preacher, for which — together with Death and Challengers of the Unknown — he won the 1997 Eisner Award for Best Colorist. His credits span Hellboy, Dare...

Characters

Jack NapierProtagonist
BatmanAntagonist
Harley QuinnSupporting
All characters in Batman: White Knight

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Batman: White Knight require reading other Batman comics first?

    This story is a standalone Elseworlds tale, meaning it exists outside the main DC continuity. New readers can jump into this series without needing prior knowledge of other Batman comics.

  • How does Batman: White Knight connect to other works by Sean Gordon Murphy?

    Batman: White Knight is the first entry in what became known as the 'Murphyverse,' a distinct continuity created by Sean Gordon Murphy. It establishes the foundation for subsequent stories like Batman: Curse of the White Knight and Batman: Beyond the White Knight, all set within this unique universe.

  • Does Batman: White Knight end on a cliffhanger?

    The initial Batman: White Knight story arc provides a complete narrative with a clear resolution to its central conflict. While it sets the stage for future stories in its universe, this specific volume offers a satisfying conclusion.

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