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Batman: White Knight
Batman: White Knight #7
This issue, it’s Jack versus the Joker! Napier’s identity crisis spins out of control and compromises his grand plans for Gotham City—but not before he strikes a fateful bargain with Neo Joker. A browbeaten Batman accepts a peace offering from Batgirl, and some unexpected advice from Alfred sets the tone for the GTO’s new mission to redeem the city.
34 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 4, 2018
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Sean Gordon Murphy
252 books411 followersAfter breaking into the industry at a young age, Sean Gordon Murphy made a name for himself in the world of indie comics before joining up with DC. In his tenure, he has worked on such titles as Batman/Scarecrow: Year One, Teen Titans, Hellblazer, Joe The Barbarian, and the critically acclaimed miniseries American Vampire: Survival Of The Fittest and The Wake with Scott Snyder. Murphy also wrote and illustrated the original graphic novel Offroad and the popular miniseries Punk Rock Jesus.
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May 7, 2018
GTO: Fast and Furious!
This is the comic book issue #7 of the event “Batman: White Knight”, which it will be a miniseries of 8 issues.
Creative Team:
Writer & Illustrator: Sean Murphy
Colorist: Matt Hollingsworth
Letterer: Todd Klein
THINK ABOUT THE FUTURE!!!
Batman: White Knight isn’t only one of the most relevant comic book miniseries to read, specially if you’re fan of Batman, but also I’ve noticed that this is a “passing the torch” moment…
…since in many media projects about Batman, on films, TV and comic books, it was usual, and not all rare, that creative teams were inspired by Batman ‘66 TV series, since almost all of the members of those creative teams grew out in an era, similar to mine, and we as kids, that was the Batman (nevermind campiness) that blew out our minds…
…but sooner or later, new creative teams that grew out in newer eras, it was logical that would “take the torch” to write new stories about Batman, and the next generation is logical that its introduction to the character and his world were Batman ‘89 and Batman: The Animated Series, and while Sean Murphy still keep some elements of Batman ‘66 and even adding newer stuff like The Dark Knight trilogy…
…you have to appreciate that the strongest creative inspirations are Batman ‘89 and Batman: TAS, and while they were already mature material, Sean Murphy took that wonderful adaptations to the next step, updating them to current audiences, just like the creative teams of old did it with Batman ‘66…
…keeping what every new creative team, in any media, have done with Batman since its creation, back then in 1939,…
…adapting the Dark Knight and its world to fit in the social mood of each generation.
The Dark Knight keeps falling in good hands to keep rising again!
Long Live the Batman!
EVERYTHING IS ACCORDING TO PLAN
Don’t get mistaken, Sean Murphy has a plan with this outstanding mini-series and if you have any doubt, just read the seventh issue…
…and you’ll happily realize that nothing has been by chance, there is an hidden order in this mayhem unleashed over Gotham City, masterfully planned by Sean Murphy.
The Batman shows that while Jack Napier is The Joker, he is in control of all the rest of the cards in the deck.
However, don’t dismiss so quickly to good ol’ Jack, since his insidious alter ego have a hidden card about a critical part of Batman’s past in his never-ending war on crime, involving a fellow fallen soldier, that I have no doubt that it will provoke a powerful impact in a very possible sequel miniseries in what DC Comics is already refering as “Murphyverse”, proving the instant success of this awesome comic book miniseries.
Gotham City is under attack by Marian Crews who evolved into something more powerful, cunning and resourceful than Jack would ever thought conceivable out of a “Harley Quinn rip-off”, that while she won’t able to cast a shadow, in the past, over the original Harley Quinn aka Dr. Harleen Quinzel…
…it’s clear as ice that she is shading a big darkness over Jack Napier…
…who is losing control of himself due the stress of this unexpected opponent…
…and definitely The Joker wants to get out and play!
Batman, Jack, Harleen, Marian…
…who will have the last laugh in this sick game about power over Gotham City?
This is the comic book issue #7 of the event “Batman: White Knight”, which it will be a miniseries of 8 issues.
Creative Team:
Writer & Illustrator: Sean Murphy
Colorist: Matt Hollingsworth
Letterer: Todd Klein
THINK ABOUT THE FUTURE!!!
Batman: White Knight isn’t only one of the most relevant comic book miniseries to read, specially if you’re fan of Batman, but also I’ve noticed that this is a “passing the torch” moment…
…since in many media projects about Batman, on films, TV and comic books, it was usual, and not all rare, that creative teams were inspired by Batman ‘66 TV series, since almost all of the members of those creative teams grew out in an era, similar to mine, and we as kids, that was the Batman (nevermind campiness) that blew out our minds…
…but sooner or later, new creative teams that grew out in newer eras, it was logical that would “take the torch” to write new stories about Batman, and the next generation is logical that its introduction to the character and his world were Batman ‘89 and Batman: The Animated Series, and while Sean Murphy still keep some elements of Batman ‘66 and even adding newer stuff like The Dark Knight trilogy…
…you have to appreciate that the strongest creative inspirations are Batman ‘89 and Batman: TAS, and while they were already mature material, Sean Murphy took that wonderful adaptations to the next step, updating them to current audiences, just like the creative teams of old did it with Batman ‘66…
…keeping what every new creative team, in any media, have done with Batman since its creation, back then in 1939,…
…adapting the Dark Knight and its world to fit in the social mood of each generation.
The Dark Knight keeps falling in good hands to keep rising again!
Long Live the Batman!
EVERYTHING IS ACCORDING TO PLAN
Don’t get mistaken, Sean Murphy has a plan with this outstanding mini-series and if you have any doubt, just read the seventh issue…
…and you’ll happily realize that nothing has been by chance, there is an hidden order in this mayhem unleashed over Gotham City, masterfully planned by Sean Murphy.
The Batman shows that while Jack Napier is The Joker, he is in control of all the rest of the cards in the deck.
However, don’t dismiss so quickly to good ol’ Jack, since his insidious alter ego have a hidden card about a critical part of Batman’s past in his never-ending war on crime, involving a fellow fallen soldier, that I have no doubt that it will provoke a powerful impact in a very possible sequel miniseries in what DC Comics is already refering as “Murphyverse”, proving the instant success of this awesome comic book miniseries.
Gotham City is under attack by Marian Crews who evolved into something more powerful, cunning and resourceful than Jack would ever thought conceivable out of a “Harley Quinn rip-off”, that while she won’t able to cast a shadow, in the past, over the original Harley Quinn aka Dr. Harleen Quinzel…
…it’s clear as ice that she is shading a big darkness over Jack Napier…
…who is losing control of himself due the stress of this unexpected opponent…
…and definitely The Joker wants to get out and play!
Batman, Jack, Harleen, Marian…
…who will have the last laugh in this sick game about power over Gotham City?
April 6, 2018
What started with a very disjointed plot and preachy narrative turns out to be the most realized Batman series I have ever read. Batman: White Knight, I can say even though we are yet to see its final issue, is an instant classic that explores the thesis of having a "good" Joker in Gotham City.
And according to issue#7, it turns out that .
I love how Sean Murphy ended this issue, with the readers not really knowing what will happen in the last issue. Well of course it is expected that Batman saves the night and will round up the defeated villains to be the locked up again in Arkham Asylum. But what would happen between Batman and Joker? I am pretty interested on what is Murphy's take in their love story.
And according to issue#7, it turns out that .
I love how Sean Murphy ended this issue, with the readers not really knowing what will happen in the last issue. Well of course it is expected that Batman saves the night and will round up the defeated villains to be the locked up again in Arkham Asylum. But what would happen between Batman and Joker? I am pretty interested on what is Murphy's take in their love story.
May 16, 2018
Honestly one of the best Batman/Joker stories of the decade that everyone should read!
July 27, 2019
Just seem to me like a big loop for the Joker development and we ends up being at the same point like the series was there for absolutely nothing...
April 5, 2018
I know I sound like a broken record at this point - sorry. The drama of this story is so good. This is definitely the most satisfying Batman comic I've read. The story would definitely make a great movie but it could never truly capture the rawness of this series embodies... so I hope it's never adapted.
April 4, 2018
The best
This is the best DC Batman, Joker, and Harley series out there!!! You must read these if you are a Joker and Harley fan. Fresh take on the best DC couple with a new and interesting take on Batman and the Batman background. A must have!!
This is the best DC Batman, Joker, and Harley series out there!!! You must read these if you are a Joker and Harley fan. Fresh take on the best DC couple with a new and interesting take on Batman and the Batman background. A must have!!
April 5, 2018
Wow, this title has evolved a lot. This may be my favorite Batman story (I mean you really can almost call it a Joker story if we're being honest). I like that this isn't making Batman out to be a complete asshole anymore, and is humanizing him. Also like this design for the Joker.
April 24, 2018
Excellent. Wow, this has been a great series, it's really one of the best Batman stories I've ever read. Sadly there's only one more issue to go, but I'm looking forward to it with great enthusiasm!
April 17, 2019
"...Y que a pesar de todo lo que ha sucedido durante el ultimo año siempre serás el joker."
March 13, 2025
"I will always help Gotham."
There's some really emotional moments here. Batman finds out Jason is alive, but hates Bruce so much he'd rather have him think he's dead. Barbara and Dick hear why Bruce is still Batman all these years later; it's not a vow he made to his parents, it's to leave Gotham better for Dick and Barbara so one day they can take off the masks.
But in all this, the one line that'll stick with me? When Jason is being tortured by The Joker to expose Batman's identiy, Jason says, "I wish I'd never met Bruce Wayne".
There's some really emotional moments here. Batman finds out Jason is alive, but hates Bruce so much he'd rather have him think he's dead. Barbara and Dick hear why Bruce is still Batman all these years later; it's not a vow he made to his parents, it's to leave Gotham better for Dick and Barbara so one day they can take off the masks.
But in all this, the one line that'll stick with me? When Jason is being tortured by The Joker to expose Batman's identiy, Jason says, "I wish I'd never met Bruce Wayne".
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April 7, 2018
This issue is probably the most I've enjoyed this mini since the first two, finally putting Jack and Batman in a room- er, Car together did wonders for moving the story along and making it feel like things were really going somewhere. Unsurprisingly, the two have a really good back and forth and that moment where Bruce tells the others about Alfred's letter was probably the best Batfamily moment I've seen in a while.
April 8, 2018
Oh my, the struggle between Jack and Joker is real and it's scary. After all the progress Jake made, it would be a shame if he drowned into darkness again. I like the Joker, but I hope till the end he won't make any unnecessary changes, even tho it would be poetic to have Batman arrest the Joker, as the perfect ending. The first comic starts off with the Batman in Arkham, it will only be far more interesting if it ends the other way around - the Joker in Arkham.
April 25, 2018
Best installment yet. Jason Todd lives!! I'm interested to see if he makes an appearance in the next issue. Batman and Jack Napier work together with the police to find the Neo-Joker and Batman takes consequences for his actions. Good choice, Bruce.
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April 5, 2018
This is quickly becoming one of my favorite Batman stories of all time. Hoping for a strong final issue, and I can't wait to by the TPB and stick it on my shelf.
April 7, 2018
This issue was so emotional and I can't wait to see how this ends!
April 7, 2018
For some readons, I believe this the best illustration strip in the entire mini-series. There is emotion, horror, madness, reconciliation, action and drama. One more left to go.
April 11, 2018
This one set things up for a explosive conclusion
April 12, 2018
One more to go! I’m interested to see how they will wrap this series up. It’s been an interesting ride
May 27, 2018
Loved this series of batman. Too bad it's coming to a close 😢
October 17, 2018
Algo no me gusta del final....
May 13, 2022
Bruce being an asshole to Dick for all the previous installments and now trying to redeem himself and apologize is peak assholish behaviorand yet it broke my heart.
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December 17, 2022
Some of the character moments, the reveals, the emotions, the beats are perfect leading into the final issue.
100% recommended!
100% recommended!
March 30, 2024
5 stars. Fuck! No time to talk gotta read the last issue. I'll be back to review this properly later. Just know that it was awesome.
April 24, 2020
So now Batman and Jack/Joker are working together. Batman also doesn't wanna read the note that Alfred left for him.
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