Batman #33: The Rules of Engagement, Part 1
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- Series
- Batman
- Issue number
- 33
- Cover date
- 2017-12-31
- ComicVine ID
- 630485
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Batman #33: The Rules of Engagement, Part 1 stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 2017-12-31 cover date create a distinct entry point into Batman. Readers can use it to jump from this issue into Batman (Bruce Wayne), Catwoman (Selina Kyle) and related Batman continuity.
Issue summary
“A DREAM OF ME” part 1! Following his marriage proposal to Catwoman, Batman leaves Gotham City on a quest of renewal and redemption. As he travels and fights, he encounters members of his family—each disturbed by Batman’s journey, each ready to stand in his way, each ready to push back against Batman’s stubborn determination to evolve into something better than a superhero. List of covers and their creators: Cover Name Creator(s) Sidebar Location Reg Regular Cover Joëlle Jones & Jordie Bellaire 1 Var Variant Cover Olivier Coipel & Dave Stewart 2
Citation summary
Batman #33: The Rules of Engagement, Part 1 is a Batman issue with cover date 2017-12-31. Gotham Vault links it to Batman (Bruce Wayne), Catwoman (Selina Kyle).
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What comic is Batman #33: The Rules of Engagement, Part 1?
Batman #33: The Rules of Engagement, Part 1 is a Batman-related comic issue in Gotham Vault's database. It is listed under the Batman series as issue #33 with a cover date of 2017-12-31.
Who appears in Batman #33: The Rules of Engagement, Part 1?
Gotham Vault currently identifies these characters for this issue: Batman (Bruce Wayne), Catwoman (Selina Kyle).
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