Lindelof and Lemire deliver digital Batman
It’s been
six months since Batman first appeared on the streets of Gotham. He’s got his
method, his means, and apparently no weakness. But someone decides that The
Dark Knight needs some humility in his life. On a routine patrol, Batman soon
learns that he’s not as indestructible as he thought.
Written by
Damon Lindelof and drawn by Jeff Lemire, this issue of the newly revived Legends of the Dark Knight was a very
dark and interesting look at Batman’s ego. Lindelof gives us a very gritty
Batman, much like the one from The Dark
Knight Returns, and shows us what it would be like to have your head grow
large underneath the cowl.
Lemire’s art
was really fun in this issue. I’ve been a fan of his creator-owned series for a
long time, and it was a delight to see him tackle a mainstream character like
Batman. We even get a great shot of the rogue’s gallery, showcasing Lemire’s
ability to draw all of the greatest Gotham villains.
The absolute
best thing about this issue is the price tag. At only .99, you can’t afford to
miss this digital first series.
With all
that being said, I did have a problem with how Batman was portrayed in one
scene where he’s apparently drinking with Alfred. It isn’t clear at the end of
the scene whether he’s drunk or not, but Batman/Bruce Wayne doesn’t drink. At
least, that’s always been my understanding. This could be a rare occasion when
he does, when his ego is getting the better of him, but it seemed a little out of
character to me.
Despite that
one problem it’s still a really good read. And considering that it’s just under
a dollar for a 23-page comic, it’s well worth your time. To be honest, it's getting its rating because of the strong art. The story was good, but the art was a bit more fun.
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