Issue: #458
Last valuation update: 2025-09-29
“THE REAL BATMAN DIES NEXT!” At a costume-party fundraiser, a man dressed as Batman dies in Bruce Wayne’s arms. His cowl is removed, and he is identified as Lt. Bucky Dunlop. The words “The Real Batman Dies Next!” appear to have been tattooed on his forehead. Gordon is there, and orders all in attendance, including Bruce, to remain behind.When a guest at a fancy dress party attended by Bruce Wayne...
Creators: Elliot S! Maggin, Julius Schwartz, Pablo Marcos, José Luis García-López, Tex Blaisdell, Martin Pasko, Ernie Chan
Characters: Batman, Alfred Pennyworth, James Gordon, Man-Bat, Dr. Francine Langstrom