Batman #383: Just As Night Follows Day...

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Batman #383: Just As Night Follows Day... stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 1985-05-01 cover date create a distinct entry point into Batman. Readers can use it to jump from this issue into Batman (Bruce Wayne) and related Batman continuity.

Issue summary

Synopsis The Batman badly needs sleep, but is forced to cope with routine problems during the day as Bruce Wayne and criminals plague Gotham City at night. Plot Summary "A Night In The Life Of Batman" After a long day at the "office" Bruce Wayne finds himself exhausted and in need of some overdue rest. After giving the Batmobile a tune-up and entering his reports in the computer, Bruce Heads inside to retire to the comfort of his bed. Unfortunately for him this is only the beginning of an all-nighter that seems like it will never end. The first thing on Bruce's plate is dealing with a construction crew that has been hired to fix some of the needed repair to the Wayne Manor. Once he settles on colors and sends the crew off to do their job, Jason appears and is ready for his ride to school. After Meeting with Jason's Principal about the tiredness he has been showing in some of his classes, Bruce heads home for what he hopes will be his last adventure for the day. A flat tire, a meeting with Lucius, a surprise visit from Julia Pennyworth, a call from Vicki Vale, a collapsed room forcing him into Jason's room, an appearance from Vicki Vale, picking up Jason from school and ANOTHER night on patrol for Batman later, Bruce FINALLY gets the long awaited rest he needs.... nestled up close to a gargoyle at the top of the Gotham skyline.

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 ›