Name: Batman #127
Published by: DC comics
Writter: Chip Zdarsky
Artists: Jorge Jimenez, Belén Ortega
Colorists: Tomeu Morey, Luis Guerrero
Letterer: Clayton Cowles
Both of Zdarsky's main superhero series' have become so engrossing that it is hard to wait for the next issue each month. And his new Batman once again delivers such an issue, that you have to think for some time after finishing about the references and the ramifications and what the reader might expect next.
The plot follows Batman and Tim while they try to outwit Failsafe, and survive his relentless onslaught. Elsewhere, Nightwing and Oracle decide to call for some backup and the story ends with another surprise in the guise of a cameo from a beloved DC icon.
The issue opens directly from the last issues surprise reveal as the author slowly takes us into the origin of 'Failsafe'. The action slows down a little and Zdarsky's inner monologue for Bruce seems a lot more focused on this issue. Despite the author going for the psychological impact on Bruce about his dual identity and his mission versus family, which has been done many times before, his approach and execution makes this tired trope shine brighter than ever before.
The artists do another superb job, the action sequences are as good as the last issue, with brilliant use of colors throughout. The desperation and anguish is almost palpable on the faces of the heroes and the backgrounds were done quite skillfully as well.
The side story featuring Catwoman takes a surprise turn in this finale. And rather than focusing on the action this time Zdarsky delivers a different take, writing about how his rogues feel about Batman on the impact he has on their life and what it feels like to start from the scratch. Not a bad end to this delightful little story.
My score - 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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