Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham (2023-) #2

Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham

by Rafael Grampá, Mat Lopes (colorist)

“A devil cub falls to earth and breaks its wing…” In the unmissable second installment of acclaimed storyteller Rafael Grampá’s masterpiece, the skies over Gotham grow darker still. To decide to kill your past is one thing, but actually doing it proves to be more fraught a road than Batman ever expected…especially when that very same past grows more tightly woven into his current case with every new clue he uncovers. And the closer Batman gets to the truth, the clearer it becomes that his real enemy’s power runs much deeper than just puppeteering a few costumed criminals…to the very heart of Gotham City itself!

Genres: Comics, Dc Comics, Batman, Comix, Graphic Novels

56 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 12, 2023

About the author

Rafael Grampá began working as an illustrator at the age of 14. He began by illustrating self-help books – what he calls the “how to raise your problematic teenagers sort”. During this period, he also did t-shirt designs, caricatures, children’s party decorations, coats of arms and logos for butcher shops and surf shops. He worked as an art director at the Brazilian motion graphics studio LOBO in 2003 where he worked with clients such as Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Creme Savers, Banco Real, Grendene , Diesel and others. Recent freelance work includes the concept design for ESPN-NBA spots, for Wieden+Kennedy NY, directed by Blacklist’s CISMA, and the visual ID for RESFEST/10 Brasil, that includes a opening and a toy.

Reviews

[Alex Hughes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just as good as the first issue - Less action but more plot progression, world building and character lore. The plot is thickening as we discover more about Bruce’s past, it’s keeping a good balance between progressing the narrative while keeping it character driven. Seeing lots of inspiration from Matt Reeves’ take on Batman (in a good and logical way.) Artwork is still really cool and there are some gruesome moments.

[Eric · Rating 3 out of 5]

Artwork is always phenomenal but I didnt enjoy some of the villains original designs, they were kind of uninspired and felt like they didnt fit the batman universe. I'm still very curious to see where the story goes.

[Hugo Seriese · Rating 3 out of 5]

Hij kan het niet klaarspelen.

[Benedito Evandro · Rating 5 out of 5]

In the second book of "Batman: The Gargoyle of Gotham", the dense and intricate plot continues to unfold, delving even deeper into the dark underbelly of the city we love so much. In this electrifying sequel, the clashes between social classes, Batman's internal conflicts, and the sinister mysteries surrounding Gotham intertwine in a fascinating manner, promising a read full of suspense and twists.

Class Struggle and Batman's Internal Conflicts:
As protests from the lower class echo through the streets, Batman's internal conflicts reach a new level of intensity. Overwhelmed by the weight of his mission, the Dark Knight faces increasingly difficult choices, while the brutal blows he strikes reveal a growing inner fury.

Unraveling the Mysteries:
The investigation of the murders continues to unfold, but the veil shrouding the new villain's connection to the explosives factory and the killings remains intact. Secrets from the past emerge, challenging Bruce Wayne's convictions and shedding light on a complex web of relationships among the characters.

Characters and Their Motivations:
As new characters enter the scene, the crucial question arises: who is on the side of good, evil, or remains neutral in this battle for Gotham's destiny? Their motivations, whether vengeance, power, or redemption, add fuel to the fire of an increasingly intricate plot.

The Emergence of a Larger Plot:
As tensions between Batman, Gordon, and a corrupt police force escalate, a larger plot begins to unfold, suggesting the existence of a mysterious cult, reminiscent of the Court of Owls. With each puzzle piece fitting slowly into place, the truth behind Gotham's sinister events begins to emerge into the light.

In "Batman: The Gargoyle of Gotham", every page is an invitation to enter a world of intrigue, suspense, and relentless action. As the mysteries deepen and alliances unravel, we are taken on a rollercoaster of emotions, eager to discover the outcome of this electrifying saga. Prepare to dive into the shadows of Gotham once again and witness the rebirth of the Dark Knight in a story that promises to be etched in the memory of fans forever.

[George Farnsworth · Rating 5 out of 5]

After reading issue #1 I thought there was no way the cinematic panels and artwork could be topped yet issue #2 is elevated even higher in these aspects. As always I love the early batman years and his great internal struggle to find out who Bruce Wayne and the batman are.

The gritty and dark nature continues on from issue #1 and the villain roster grows even scarier and more mysterious. I cannot wait for the next issue and seriously cannot recommend this enough, this may be some of the best batman content I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing and this has to be one of my favourite interpretations of not just the batman himself but of his origin story, Gordon and Gotham as a whole!

[RubiGiráldez RubiGiráldez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Se agradece que de momento, salvo por ese interés de Rafael Grampa de recontar a su particular y convulsa manera la historia de origen de Bruce Wayne y Batman, que esta Gárgola de Gotham realmente sea su propia propuesta en base al tan rebuscado pilar de DC Comics. A excepción de saber si el personaje de la última viñeta terminará siendo un "viejo conocido" para el Caballero Oscuro y lector. Realmente el autor ha decidido aportar más que reutilizar. Ese esteticismo barroco neo gótico resulta algo más que sencilla estética, y puede que finalmente esta historia justifique el sello BLACK LABEL más que las prometidas apuestas de CONDENADO, El Príncipe Oscuro o El Impostor.

[K · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a little more interesting than the last issue. I'm a little more intrigued by the new cult. Or the Moth-er. *eye roll*
But it's always weird to see what's going on with Bruce's backstory and how it gets changed.
I don't know that this would be on a re-read list for me, but it's not on a "stop reading" list either.

[Ziyad Baksh · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good midpoint.

There are alot of moving pieces but it's coming together.

Some fun new characters and a decent take on Batman's early years.

Ideal for fans of the 2022 film and Year One.

[Travis Armstrong · Rating 5 out of 5]

Artwork is still really good in this book. Story line is solid. Goes in and out of Bruce’s past as a child overcoming his parents’ murder. And it’s that past that is coming back to the surface for Bruce. Another amazing book.

[টক দইয়ের চা · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's amazing, with a dark and gritty storyline, awesome action scenes, and brilliant artworks.

[Ernez · Rating 1 out of 5]

I'm done with this series I think. Just not for me. The idea that Bruce beat up a homeless man and can't remember is eh

[Todd Hill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good story, beautiful art!

I am really enjoying this story so far! The art is beautiful to look at. Do yourself a favor and pick up this book! Amazing!

[TRE _ 37 · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.7

[Dion Mark Laing · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome!

Awesome job!! Kept my interest throughout the book! I got so use to the Court of Owls that I did not see this coming!! Can't wait for the next book!!!

[Jean-Paul Lane Valley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fantastic art, but the story is getting out of hand.

[Kennett Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

yowsa

this is gritty like a batman I haven't seen in a long time. love the art and storytelling. top notch!

[Paul · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beautiful artwork doing a lot of the heavy lifting on this series…writing is borderline dogshit. Will read more just so I can look at it tbh.

[Garth · Rating 4 out of 5]

2024 - Year of The Bat (366 Days of Batman)

Day 204

[Steven Shinder · Rating 3 out of 5]

A bit better than the first issue. So #3 got delayed a while, huh?

[Gianpaolo Grieco · Rating 3 out of 5]

Storia in continua crescita 👍🏻

[haiasIQ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cretin [cre•tin] - a stupid, vulgar, or insensitive person (Merriam Webster)

Interesting characters.

“Call me “Moth-er”! You better workkk!”

[Renato · Rating 5 out of 5]

O Rafa consegue manter o tom sombrio e introspectivo que caracteriza o Batman em si. A narrativa é envolvente, com um ritmo ágil que equilibra ação e mistério.

A cidade de Gotham é retratada de forma visceral, quase como um personagem à parte. A escrita é afiada, refletindo a luta interna de Batman enquanto ele enfrenta tanto inimigos externos quanto seus próprios demônios.

E por ser de um brasuca, isso deixa ainda mais incrível! Recomendo demais a leitura.

[Thiago Campos Paixão · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ao ler o livro 1 achei a arte um tanto quanto estranha, mas agora no livro 2 notei que os traços e cores são fantásticos e fogem do usual. O roteiro no livro 2 também está mais dinâmico e interessante. Ansioso pelo desenrolar da trama!!