| Batman Eternal | |
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 Cover of Batman Eternal #1 (April 2014) by Jason Fabok | |
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| Schedule | Weekly |
| Format | Limited series |
| Genre | |
| Publication date | April 2014 – April 2015 |
| No. of issues | 52 |
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| Creative team | |
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| Artist(s) | Multiple
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Batman Eternal is a year-long weekly limited series published by DC Comics, that began in April 2014. The series featured Batman, his allies, and Gotham City, with a writing team led by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Ray Fawkes, Kyle Higgins, and Tim Seeley. John Layman was initially involved but departed after the tenth issue, being replaced by Higgins. The series ran through April 2015, after which it took a hiatus before returning in October 2015 for a 26-issue weekly sequel series titled Batman and Robin Eternal, celebrating the 75th anniversary of Robin. The success of the series led to spin-off series like Arkham Manor and Gotham by Midnight, both of which emerged from events within the main series of Batman Eternal.
The story begins with a major incident that reshapes Gotham City, exploring various subplots and characters, including the Bat Family, James Gordon, and several villains. The narrative is divided into different arcs, each showcasing the unique styles of the contributing writers. Notable plot points include the transformation of Wayne Manor into Arkham Manor and the rise of new threats in Gotham.
The series was praised for its engaging plot and strong character development. Critics appreciated the depth and complexity of the story, as well as the way it handled multiple characters and their arcs. However, there were occasional pacing issues, with some parts of the story feeling slow or disjointed. The series consistently ranked among the top-selling comics, with several issues appearing in Diamond Comic Distributors' monthly top ten lists.