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Batman #430: Fatal Wish

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Series
Batman
Issue number
430
Cover date
1989-02-01
ComicVine ID
30845

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Batman #430: Fatal Wish stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 1989-02-01 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) and related Batman continuity.

Issue summary

Synopsis While trying to take down a sniper, Batman reflects on his past—before his parents were killed. Plot Summary Death is reigning down from the roofs of Gotham, and Batman must go to work. With Batman starting his first mission without Robin (Jason Todd), Batman has more then bullets to distract him. Distractions of the past, and present may cause the Batman have no future.

Citation summary

Batman #430: Fatal Wish is a Batman issue with cover date 1989-02-01. Gotham Vault links it to Batman (Bruce Wayne), Robin (Dick Grayson).

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What comic is Batman #430: Fatal Wish?

Batman #430: Fatal Wish is a Batman-related comic issue in Gotham Vault's database. It is listed under the Batman series as issue #430 with a cover date of 1989-02-01.

Who appears in Batman #430: Fatal Wish?

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Last updated 2026-05-27. Comic metadata is curated from Gotham Vault’s local database.