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Batman (2011) (Single Issues)
Batman (2011-2016) #2
Bruce Wayne is back in the cowl, hunting a new and deadly killer in Gotham City – a killer with a vendetta against Bruce Wayne! But who is this mysterious killer in an owl skull mask? And is he the key to unlocking one of Gotham's oldest and most terrifying secrets? Be there for their first brutal encounter!
23 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 19, 2011
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Scott Snyder
1,795 books5,270 followersScott Snyder is the Eisner and Harvey Award winning writer on DC Comics Batman, Swamp Thing, and his original series for Vertigo, American Vampire. He is also the author of the short story collection, Voodoo Heart, published by the Dial Press in 2006. The paperback version was published in the summer of 2007.
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May 5, 2023
Well i know the court of the owls from the tv series, so i know they actually exist.
But so far batman doesn't, even after being attacked by one of their agents.
I don't really feel great about that other rich guy, whose parents were killed when he was young, i feel that there is more to him than the writer is letting on right now.
But so far batman doesn't, even after being attacked by one of their agents.
I don't really feel great about that other rich guy, whose parents were killed when he was young, i feel that there is more to him than the writer is letting on right now.
July 20, 2020
أحذر محكمة البوم، أنها تُراقب دائماً وتحكم جوثام من وراء الظل ومن خلف أحجار الصوان.
هُم يُراقبونك وأنت أمام موقدك أو على سريرك. لا تُخبر بكلمة عنهم أو تهمس أو أنهم سيرسلوا المخلب إلى رأسك.
هل المحكمة موجودة فعلاً؟ أم خُرافات كما يعتقد "بروس"؟
ما سر ذلك المرتدي زي البوم والذي حاول قتل المرشح ليكون مُحافظ جوثام "لينكولن مارش" و"بروس"؟
ومن الواضح أيضاً أنه لا يموت!
October 8, 2019
Just like the previous issue...in both good and bad ways.
April 11, 2016
"Beware The Court of Owls.
that watches all the time.
ruling Gotham from a shadow perch.
behind granite and lime.
They watch you at your hearth.
they watch you in your bed.
speak not a whispered word of them.
or they'll send The Talon for your head."
that watches all the time.
ruling Gotham from a shadow perch.
behind granite and lime.
They watch you at your hearth.
they watch you in your bed.
speak not a whispered word of them.
or they'll send The Talon for your head."
March 18, 2017
Ok now I remember, I saw it in Nigthwing.
I should have read this first. But anyway.
"I'm the only legend Gotham needs"
That was pretty cool. The monologue really awesome, he telling us the story about the Gotham tower, the guardians and their meanings, that was pretty great.
I should have read this first. But anyway.
"I'm the only legend Gotham needs"
That was pretty cool. The monologue really awesome, he telling us the story about the Gotham tower, the guardians and their meanings, that was pretty great.
November 3, 2025
I like this version of Batman, but every villain in this run is the same. Dead mom inducing some form of psychosis, felt repetitive on that front.
A lot of graphic novelists want the art to tell the story in each panel, but Snyder likes to use dialogue. It can take up space in each panel, but I appreciate the dialogue bubbles more than most.
A lot of graphic novelists want the art to tell the story in each panel, but Snyder likes to use dialogue. It can take up space in each panel, but I appreciate the dialogue bubbles more than most.
August 14, 2015
This was the first of three stories in a 3-in-1 Batman comic I have.
June 1, 2016
WHAT
October 5, 2016
Batman is kicked out of a window by Talon.
August 20, 2025
Episode 3: Trust Fall
Batman & Commissioner Gordon annalyze the corpse of the John Doe. The emblem on the throwing knives matches one found on the man's wisdom tooth, which reminds Gordon of the old tale of the Court of Owls, which Batman shoots down.
When confronted with the DNA evidence, Dick mentions that the week prior, the haggard John Doe had warned him that they were all in danger.
Episode 4: Trust Fall
Bruce is attacked a man dressed as an owl and stabbed multiple times. He tells him that "The Court of Owls sentence him to die" before kicking him through a window of Wayne Tower. The assassin mentions how he "loves killing Waynes", before Bruce is able to grab the 13th guardian statue along the tower, while the assassin plummets to the street below. However, he is seen to be alive afterwards.
Batman & Commissioner Gordon annalyze the corpse of the John Doe. The emblem on the throwing knives matches one found on the man's wisdom tooth, which reminds Gordon of the old tale of the Court of Owls, which Batman shoots down.
When confronted with the DNA evidence, Dick mentions that the week prior, the haggard John Doe had warned him that they were all in danger.
Episode 4: Trust Fall
Bruce is attacked a man dressed as an owl and stabbed multiple times. He tells him that "The Court of Owls sentence him to die" before kicking him through a window of Wayne Tower. The assassin mentions how he "loves killing Waynes", before Bruce is able to grab the 13th guardian statue along the tower, while the assassin plummets to the street below. However, he is seen to be alive afterwards.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 28, 2025
Just reread Batman #2 by Scott Snyder, and it still holds up incredibly well. The tension ramps up quickly as the mystery deepens and the seeds of the Court of Owls are sown with real menace. Snyder does a great job building suspense while keeping Bruce firmly grounded in detective mode.
Greg Capullo’s art continues to shine—dynamic, moody, and packed with detail that makes Gotham feel alive and dangerous.
Even on a reread, it’s clear how carefully this arc is crafted. The pacing, tone, and atmosphere are all pitch-perfect. A strong follow-up that pulls you deeper into one of Batman’s best modern stories.
Greg Capullo’s art continues to shine—dynamic, moody, and packed with detail that makes Gotham feel alive and dangerous.
Even on a reread, it’s clear how carefully this arc is crafted. The pacing, tone, and atmosphere are all pitch-perfect. A strong follow-up that pulls you deeper into one of Batman’s best modern stories.
October 7, 2025
Batman #2 – “Trust Fall”
Batman investigates a string of murders tied to an old Gotham nursery rhyme about the “Court of Owls.” The tone turns investigative and eerie as Bruce refuses to believe in old myths.
Snyder masterfully builds tension through denial — Bruce’s arrogance and belief that he knows Gotham blinds him to the danger creeping closer. Capullo’s artwork shines with gothic energy, particularly in the crime scene visuals and shadowed cityscapes.
The legend of the Court takes shape — a secret society manipulating Gotham from the shadows.
Batman investigates a string of murders tied to an old Gotham nursery rhyme about the “Court of Owls.” The tone turns investigative and eerie as Bruce refuses to believe in old myths.
Snyder masterfully builds tension through denial — Bruce’s arrogance and belief that he knows Gotham blinds him to the danger creeping closer. Capullo’s artwork shines with gothic energy, particularly in the crime scene visuals and shadowed cityscapes.
The legend of the Court takes shape — a secret society manipulating Gotham from the shadows.
July 23, 2025
i absolutely LOVED how Bruce talks about the architecture of Wayne tower in the beginning and finishes his story at the end by talking about a guardian statue on the side of the building which he grabs onto as he’s falling in his fight against one of the Owls that saves his life. Batman and Gordon investigate the John Doe, and Dick Grayson’s DNA is under his nails… the Court of Owls has sentenced Bruce Wayne to death
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August 1, 2025
wow!!! better than the first in several ways, mainly in the way that it balances world building and keeping the plot going. bruce is such a fun and interesting character, and the court of owls is shaping up to be a great adversary. i really enjoyed this.
February 6, 2019
This is another issue I know I read nearly five years back. Bruce Wayne is attacked by the Court of Owls, and there is some good dialogue regarding legends.
March 28, 2020
Trust Fall
January 31, 2023
Great Read
Cannot wait to see what happens next. The animation was very good and brought everything to life quite well. Very good.
Cannot wait to see what happens next. The animation was very good and brought everything to life quite well. Very good.
February 21, 2024
2024 - Year of The Bat (366 Days of Batman)
Day 52
Day 52
May 25, 2025
Hmmm
Now it gets interesting.
Set up a disaster and then take us back in time.
Batman in denial
Now it gets interesting.
Set up a disaster and then take us back in time.
Batman in denial
August 25, 2025
Really interesting read!
May 30, 2013
We meet the Talons...
July 29, 2015
Seems almost soap-ish. Narrative doesn't really hold up, but the art is great, and again, the paneling is well-planned and immersive.
April 21, 2016
Bruce Wayne is sentenced to die by The Court Of Owls, and the guy they sent is good, really good.. What's Batman gonna do about it? Did the legend suddenly come to life?
April 16, 2016
this just got very interesting.
September 12, 2017
I actually hate the entire Court of Owls story line, but the 2016 Rebirth storyline was boring me so I came over to the 2011 New 52 storyline - I'll persevere. But yeah, hate it.
April 23, 2013
The introduction of the Talons
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