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Batman #317: The 1,001 Clue Caper or Why Did the Riddler Cross the Road?

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Series: Batman
Issue number: 317
Cover date: 1979-11-01
ComicVine ID: 19887

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Batman #317: The 1,001 Clue Caper or Why Did the Riddler Cross the Road? stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 1979-11-01 cover date create a distinct entry point into Batman. Readers can use it to jump from this issue into Batman (Bruce Wayne), Robin (Dick Grayson), The Riddler (Edward Nygma) and related Batman continuity.

Issue summary

Batman and Robin try to piece together the puzzling mystery hidden within a book of 1,001 riddles autographed by the Riddler.

Citation summary

Batman #317: The 1,001 Clue Caper or Why Did the Riddler Cross the Road? is a Batman issue with cover date 1979-11-01. Gotham Vault links it to Batman (Bruce Wayne), Robin (Dick Grayson), The Riddler (Edward Nygma).

Characters listed for this issue

Batman (Bruce Wayne)The Dark Knight of Gotham. Billionaire by day, vigilante by night. No superpowers, just iron…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

Robin (Dick Grayson)Open this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

The Riddler (Edward Nygma)Edward Nygma can't help himself — he has to leave clues. Obsessed with proving he's smarter …VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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FAQ

What comic is Batman #317: The 1,001 Clue Caper or Why Did the Riddler Cross the Road??

Batman #317: The 1,001 Clue Caper or Why Did the Riddler Cross the Road? is a Batman-related comic issue in Gotham Vault's database. It is listed under the Batman series as issue #317 with a cover date of 1979-11-01.

Who appears in Batman #317: The 1,001 Clue Caper or Why Did the Riddler Cross the Road??

Gotham Vault currently identifies these characters for this issue: Batman (Bruce Wayne), Robin (Dick Grayson), The Riddler (Edward Nygma).

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