Absolute Batman Just Killed A Major DC Comics Hero — And ...

What’s Happening

Real talk: DC Comics’ Absolute Batman #19 kills off one of the Caped Crusader’s biggest allies while also transforming a classic Gotham hero into a villain.

News Absolute Batman Just Killed A Major DC Comics Hero — And Made Another Into A Villain By Devin Meenan 6:45 am EST DC Comics Spoilers for “Absolute Batman” #19 ahead . In “Absolute Batman” issues #17-18, Bruce Wayne learned two things about Jim Gordon. (let that sink in)

The former Gotham City mayor is dating Bruce’s mom, Martha, and knows Bruce’s secret identity.

The Details

“Six foot nine and four hundred pounds doesn’t exactly blend in. And I did pull you out from a pile of bats one time,” Gordon broke down ( referring to “Absolute” Batman’s reimagined origin at the Gotham City Zoo.

) But if you expected Gordon to be a new confidant for Bruce, “Absolute Batman” #19 delivers rough news. Gordon summons Batman to a rooftop meeting because he’s uncovered some files holding a secret from Bruce’s past.

Why This Matters

(The issue holds the secret back, so let’s not dwell on that. ) Then, a strange mist sets in, crows start cawing, and Gordon leaps from the rooftop. Batman tries to catch him with his prehensile cape, but he grabs Gordon’s jacket, which the man himself falls out of to his death.

The entertainment world moves fast, and this is a prime example.

Key Takeaways

• Bruce hasn’t just took an L an ally, he’s been framed for Gordon’s murder.
• Puppeteering Gordon’s death is the Scarecrow, because this is the plan of his master, Jack Grimm/the Joker .
• Batman is a creature of the night, the Robins’ trainer Slade Wilson proclaims, so let Gotham’s “true” hero be a “messenger of the morning.

The Bottom Line

As Alfred notes this issue, Bruce didn’t want Gotham’s people to see Batman as their one and only savior. Well, be careful what you wish for.

Are you here for this or nah?