DC Comics has revealed Batman: The Knight is getting a compendium edition that will contain the first three issues of the 10-issue series. It appears DC Comics is in the reprinting business but packaging those reprints in mini collections. This new edition follows in the footsteps of Dark Knights of Steel also getting a 3-issue reprint.
But wait, there’s more!
The Batman: The Knight – Compendium Edition will also feature a special bonus: a preview of part one of “Failsafe,” Zdarsky’s debut story arc in Batman #125 (on sale July 7). The compendium will retail for $7.99.
Written by Zdarsky with art by Carmine Di Giandomenico and colors by Ivan Plascencia, check out the compendium cover below.
For more on this news, read the official press release below.
Batman: The Knight, Chip Zdarsky and Carmine Di Giandomenico’s unique take on an orphaned Bruce Wayne’s path to becoming Gotham City’s guardian, has released to incredible critical and sales acclaim, with March’s issue #3 selling out completely:
“If this first installment is any indication, the ten-issue adventure of Batman: The Knight is one that is definitely worth taking.” (Comicbook.com)
“[Batman: The Knight #2] tells a great story worthy of the Batman legacy, and I can’t wait to see what happens next.” (AiPT Comics)
”This is a brilliant, brazen, glimpse into the crucible that forged The Batman.” (Comic-Watch)
Now, all three issues are heading back to press as DC announced plans to publish Batman: The Knight – Compendium Edition. This 96-page, $7.99 comic book arrives is available for pre-order now and arrives in stores and on participating digital platforms on Tuesday, May 10.
Featuring a new cardstock cover by series artist Di Giandomenico, Batman: The Knight – Compendium Edition combines issues #1 – #3 of the series, but also includes a special bonus: a preview of part one of “Failsafe,” Zdarsky’s debut story arc in Batman #125 (on sale July 7). The preview also spotlights the return of superstar artist Jorge Jiménez and colorist Tomeu Morey, joining Zdarsky as the ongoing talent team for the series.
BATMAN: THE KNIGHT – COMPENDIUM EDITION #1 (OF 1)
Written by Chip Zdarsky
Art and cover by Carmine Di Giandomenico
Colors by Ivan Plascencia
Batman #125 preview written by Chip Zdarsky
Art by Jorge Jiménez
Colors by Tomeu Morey
96-Pages/$7.99
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