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Batman #536: Darkest Night of the Man-Bat, Part 1: Predation

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Series
Batman
Issue number
536
Cover date
1996-11-01
ComicVine ID
42949

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Batman #536: Darkest Night of the Man-Bat, Part 1: Predation stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 1996-11-01 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

As the cold, dark night falls upon Gotham and the world, Batman must cope with a Man-Bat who is driven over the edge and begins to prey upon humans.

Citation summary

Batman #536: Darkest Night of the Man-Bat, Part 1: Predation is a Batman issue with cover date 1996-11-01. Gotham Vault links it to Batman (Bruce Wayne).

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What comic is Batman #536: Darkest Night of the Man-Bat, Part 1: Predation?

Batman #536: Darkest Night of the Man-Bat, Part 1: Predation is a Batman-related comic issue in Gotham Vault's database. It is listed under the Batman series as issue #536 with a cover date of 1996-11-01.

Who appears in Batman #536: Darkest Night of the Man-Bat, Part 1: Predation?

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