Batman: Gotham by Gaslight – the Kryptonian Age
Batman: Gotham by Gaslight – the Kryptonian Age by Andy Diggle is a graphic novel published by DC Comics in 2025, featuring 216 pages in English. This edition invites readers back to the Victorian-era Gotham, expanding on the original Gotham By Gaslight narrative that first introduced a reimagined Batman in 1889. The story begins with a mysterious meteor crashing into the American Midwest, triggering a series of historical events that challenge Batman and the citizens of Gotham in unprecedented ways.
In this new chapter, readers will explore how Batman confronts the emergence of super beings that are unlike anything seen in the 19th century. The narrative delves into the steampunk elements of Gotham, showcasing the unique challenges faced by its inhabitants as they navigate these cataclysmic occurrences. With contributions from writer Andy Diggle and artist Leandro Fernandez, this graphic novel continues the tradition of Elseworlds, offering a fresh perspective on beloved characters within the realms of fantasy and superhero genres.
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A mysterious meteor has crashed into the idyllic plains of the American Midwest, setting in motion a chain of events that will echo across history! How will Batman content with the immergence of super beings beyond anything the 19th century has seen? And how will the rest of this lamp-lit incarnation of Gotham handle these cataclysmic events?
Return to Elseworlds!
Over 30 years ago, the DC Universe was rocked by the introduction of Elseworlds, a line of comics that reimagined familiar DC heroes in incredible new ways. The very first to blaze the trail was Gotham By Gaslight, which envisioned the Dark Knight hunting down Jack the Ripper in the year 1889. Now, fans have an opportunity to return to the Victorian-era Gotham with a brand-new chapter! Gotham By Gaslight- The Kryptonian Age continues the steampunk epic with writer Andy Diggle (The Losers, Green Arrow- Year One) and artist Leandro Fernandez (The Old Guard)!
A mysterious meteor has crashed into the idyllic plains of the American Midwest, setting in motion a chain of events that will echo across history! How will Batman contend with the emergence of super beings beyond anything the 19th century has seen? And how will the rest of this lamp-lit incarnation of Gotham handle these cataclysmic events?
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