Batman #143: Bat-Hound and the Creature
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- Series
- Batman
- Issue number
- 143
- Cover date
- 1961-10-01
- ComicVine ID
- 5490
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Batman #143: Bat-Hound and the Creature stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 1961-10-01 cover date create a distinct entry point into Batman. Readers can use it to jump from this issue into Ace the Bat-Hound, Batman, Nightwing (Dick Grayson) and related Batman continuity.
Issue summary
Batman with Robin - The Twice-Told Tale of Batman and Robin Jail Jests Batman with Robin - The Blind Batman Letters to the Bat-Cave Batman with Robin - Bat-Hound and the Creature
Citation summary
Batman #143: Bat-Hound and the Creature is a Batman issue with cover date 1961-10-01. Gotham Vault links it to Ace the Bat-Hound, Batman, Nightwing (Dick Grayson).
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FAQ
What comic is Batman #143: Bat-Hound and the Creature?
Batman #143: Bat-Hound and the Creature is a Batman-related comic issue in Gotham Vault's database. It is listed under the Batman series as issue #143 with a cover date of 1961-10-01.
Who appears in Batman #143: Bat-Hound and the Creature?
Gotham Vault currently identifies these characters for this issue: Ace the Bat-Hound, Batman, Nightwing (Dick Grayson).
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