Batman # 497 Newsstand Edition Bane Breaks Batman Knightfall Part 11
About: Batman # 497 was first published in both “Collector’s Edition” (with Black half-jacket cover) and in a much limited release as a “Newsstand Edition” (without the black jacket). The “Newsstand Edition” is distinguished with the date “July 13, 1993” in the UPC box.
Story Notes: This is the 11th part of the 19 part Knightfall storyline, which saw Batman crippled by the villain Bane and replaced by the anti-hero, Azrael. This issue is the climax of the story where a tired run, down Bruce Wayne fights Bane in the Batcave and has his spine shattered beyond repair.
Condition Notes: Mid-Grade condition with Coverwear.
Read MoreDetective Comics # 664 Knightfall Part 12 Bane app. Signed
-Knightfall Part 12 – Bane app.
About: Detective Comics # 644 is part 12 in the 19 part Knightfall series that saw the Batman crippled by Bane and replaced by a new Batman, Azrael. This issue directly follows the iconic Batman # 497 and continues the storyline.
Signature Notes: Detective Comics # 664 has been signed by the entire creative team; Graham Nolan (Artist), Scott Hanna (Inker), Chuck Dixon (Writer) .
The comic is numbered 612/9000 Limited Edition and was offered by Catch A Star Inc. through the QVC network in the 1990’s. The comic comes with its original Certificate Of Authenticity COA.
Condition: High-Grade condition with minimal wear. Pics are of the actual item and are not stock photos. No Cut-Outs, NO Interior writing. SEE PICS
Read MoreBatman # 489 2nd app. Bane Pre- Knightfall
- 2nd app. Bane
Comic Notes: Batman # 489 is the lead up to the iconic Knightfall storyline that saw Bane systematically break down and cripple Batman. Features the second appearance of Bane.
Condition: Mid Grade condition with minimal cover wear.
Read MoreBatman # 491 Early Bane app., Joker app. Pre- Knightfall
Comic Notes: Batman # 491 is the lead up to the iconic Knightfall storyline that saw Bane systematically break down and cripple Batman. Features an early appearance of Bane and cameo by Joker.
Condition: High Grade condition with minimal cover wear.
Read MoreBatman Vengeance Of Bane II SIGNED Glenn Fabry and Graham Nolan
Batman: Vengeance Of Bane II has been hand signed by Glenn Fabry at the Philadelphia Wizard World 2016 and by Bane Creator Graham Nolan at the Mohegan Sun Terrific Con 2016.
All signatures were witnessed by a Brooklyn Comic Shop representative. This comic comes with a signed Certificate Of Authenticity (COA).
Read MoreBatman: Vengeance of Bane II # 1 SIGNED by Glenn Fabry
This comic is signed by Glenn Fabry (cover artist).
Bane returns to Gotham after his years in jail after his defeat at the hands of the second Batman (Azrael) during the KnightFall storyline.
Here, we see a fat and slow Bane beat his addiction to the Venom serum and rehabilitate himself. He hatches a plan to return to Gotham and challenge the original Batman for the first time since crippling him.
The signature was obtained by a Brooklyn Comic Shop representative at Wizard World Philadelphia 2016.
Brooklyn Comic Shop witnessed signature. Comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity (C.O.A).
Read MoreBatman # 500 Collector’s Edition (Bane vs Az-Bats)
This is the final part of the 19 part Knightfall storyline, which saw Batman crippled by the villain Bane and replaced by the anti-hero, Azrael. This issue features Azrael’s new Batman costume (known as Az-Bats). The Knightfall storyline saw a tired run, down Bruce Wayne crippled by Bane, and in turn the more violent Azrael defeating Bane and emerging as the new Batman.
Read MoreBatman # 497 (Bane Breaks Batman)
This is the 11th part of the 19 part Knightfall storyline, which saw Batman crippled by the villain Bane and replaced by the anti-hero, Azrael. This issue is the climax of the story where a tired run, down Bruce Wayne fights Bane in the Batcave and has his spine shattered beyond repair. The Knightfall story was a major reference point for the third Batman film, Dark Knight Rises (2012).
Read MoreBATMAN: LEGEND OF THE DARK KNIGHT #17 SIGNED JOSE LUIS GARCIA LOPEZ, RUSS BRAUN
- Signed by Jose Luis Garcia Lopez (artist) @ Mohegan Sun Terrificon 2024
- Signed by Russ Braun (Artist) @ Big Apple Con 2023
Story Notes: Ground-breaking anti-drug story that introduces the Venom Serum that is later used in the creation of the famous Bat-villain, Bane.
Condition: High-Grade Condition with minimal cover wear SEE PICS
Comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity (C.O.A).
Read MoreBatman: Legend Of The Dark Knight #18 Signed Jose Luis Garcia Lopez, Russ Braun
- Signed by Jose Luis Garcia Lopez (artist) @ Mohegan Sun Terrificon 2024
- Signed by Russ Braun (Artist) @ Big Apple Con 2023
Story Notes: Ground-breaking anti-drug story that introduces the Venom Serum that is later used in the creation of the famous Bat-villain, Bane.
Condition: High-Grade Condition with minimal cover wear SEE PICS
Comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity (C.O.A).
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