Batman #468: Shadow Box; Part Two

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Batman #468: Shadow Box; Part Two stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 1991-09-01 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

The streets of Gotham erupt as Triad gangs battle the Ghost Dragons for underworld supremacy, while Batman tries to keep Robin out of King Snake's way. The story begins with Batman and Gordon looking at the body of a young Chinese street criminal whose killers dressed him in a Robin. Batman blames the act on Dorrance, the leader of the Ghost Dragons, and the fact that rival Chinese crime lords are in a turf war. In Chinatown, Lynx and other members of the Ghost Dragons use a rocket launcher to enforce their protection racket, while Dorrance wakes from a nightmare cursing Robin and vowing to murder the Boy Wonder. Fearful for the Boy Wonder's safety, Batman tries to go it alone, fighting drugged up gang members in an effort to protect Chinatown.

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 ›

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