Batman: Death of the Family
"Batman: Death of the Family" | |||
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Publisher | DC Comics | ||
Publication date | October 2012 – February 2013 | ||
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Main character(s) | Jock, Timothy Green , Rafa Sandoval |
"Batman: Death of the Family" is a 23-issue
Synopsis
Lead-up
Following
Main plot
- Batman
Joker marks his return to Gotham City by attacking the GCPD and recovering his preserved face, killing 19 police officers in the process. He later televises a warning, via the son of his first recorded victim, that Mayor Hady will die that night, referencing another of his earliest crimes. However, the police assigned to protect Hady are killed by a combination of chemicals while Hady survives. Batman analyzes the chemical compound and finds three inert ingredients whose initials spell A.C.E., leading him to the ACE Chemical plant where Joker was originally disfigured. He encounters a person dressed as the Red Hood, one of Joker's aliases, and is struck by an oversized mallet that pushes him into an empty chemical vat; the Hood, revealed to be Harley Quinn, warns Batman that Joker is not the same.[5] Batman manages to escape the vat before it can fill with chemicals.[6] Elsewhere, the Joker attacks Alfred Pennyworth.[5] Each issue of Batman also contained a short backup story; in Batman #13, this story sees Joker preparing Harley to meet Batman in the chemical plant.[7]
After Batman returns home and learns of Alfred's kidnapping, a clue leads him to believe Commissioner
Batman frees himself and attacks Joker, but is paralyzed by
In Batman #16, Batman encounters
In Batman #17, Joker hosts a mock dinner in the caves leading to the Batcave. Batman and his allies have been bound and doused in gasoline, with Joker warning against escaping at the risk of agitating the flint in the cave; everyone in the Bat-Family save for Batman have also been bandaged. A brainwashed Alfred serves them with a cloche seemingly containing their own severed faces. When Joker threatens to ignite the gasoline, Batman escapes and triggers a blaze, but uses an explosive and his knowledge of the cave system to blow its roof open, allowing water to rush in from above and douse the flames. When he frees the others and they take their bandages off, it is revealed that they still have their faces.
Batman pursues Joker to the edge of a large drop. Batman claims that he knows Joker's true identity. As Batman threatens to whisper it in his ear, Joker jumps over the edge and falls out of sight, his face separated from him. Batman finds a notebook which Joker claimed held the secret identities of the Bat-Family, but discovers it is blank. Meanwhile, the Bat-Family are gassed into attacking each other, but manage to fight off the gas' influence. Later, in
Tie-in plots
- Batgirl
In Batgirl #13,
- Batman and Robin
In Batman and Robin #15, Batman's son
- Catwoman
Catwoman is hired to steal a large chess piece from a citywide game of chess. After stealing the piece it is revealed to contain a living person, before it explodes. Catwoman saves a young orphan trapped in a pawn chess piece,[20] and is then confronted by Joker, who is revealed as the person who hired her. Joker convinces her to allow herself to be captured to spare the orphan's life. Joker repeatedly attacks Catwoman, accusing her of needing Batman to save her and trying to convince her to break Batman's heart and turn him into a more focused hero. Catwoman denies loving Batman and accuses Joker of in fact being in love with him. Joker admits that he is, before they part ways.[21]
- Detective Comics
In Detective Comics #15, while distracted by his search for the Joker, Batman is forced to confront Clayface, who has been chemically possessed by Poison Ivy into believing they are married, turning him into a fierce bodyguard. Batman uses a modified herbicide to kill Ivy's plants embedded in Clayface, freeing his mind before he then escapes into the sewers. Meanwhile, the Joker forcibly recruits the Penguin to aid in his plan. Penguin leaves his henchman Ignatius Ogilvy in charge, who usurps Penguin's criminal empire, allies himself with Ivy, and dubs himself Emperor Penguin. Ivy later finds Clayface, unaware he is no longer under her control, and Clayface attacks her.[22] In Detective Comics #16, multiple gangs rise up in Gotham, emboldened by the Joker's return; one gang, the "League of Smiles", takes hostages in a youth center until one of their own decides to let the hostages go. Batman arrives later and finds the defector has cut the flesh from his mouth so that he cannot be like Joker. The remaining members of the League return to their leader, the Merrymaker, who states that their mission is just starting. Meanwhile, Emperor Penguin seizes control of Gotham's underworld, killing his opponents and framing the Joker for their deaths.[23]
- Nightwing
In Nightwing #15, the Joker kills Jimmy, the star clown of Haly's Circus. He also breaks
- Red Hood and the Outlaws
Joker drugs Jason Todd's lover and calls the police to his apartment, Todd escapes and goes to warn Batman, but the Joker predicts his actions and gasses Todd unconscious. When he wakes, Joker provides artifacts of Todd's youth including a bullet that shot his father, and a recreation of how he found his dead mother, intimating he knows Todd's real identity. As Todd works his way towards Joker, he falls through a trap door, landing in a pit next to an unconscious Red Robin (Todd's story concludes in Teen Titans #16). Starfire and
- Suicide Squad
During Deadshot's funeral, Joker kidnaps Harley from the Suicide Squad. He has her meet with Batman (as seen in Batman #14),[28] and then attempts to dump her in a chemical bath. Harley manages to escape but the Joker attacks her with rabid hyenas and then incapacitates her, before chaining her up in a room filled with skeletons, some dressed similarly to Harley; Joker states that she is not the first Harley or the last. Harley bites open her own wrists and uses the blood as lubricant to remove her chains and escape back to the Suicide Squad. When Joker learns of her escape, he states that she might yet become his Harley.[29]
- Teen Titans
The Teen Titans travel to Gotham City to help Red Robin, who has been captured by Joker. With Batgirl's advice, they explore Joker's earlier crime scenes, during which Kid Flash's super speed search of a run down apartment block activates Joker's trap by agitating a chemical compound; the chemical becomes airborne and transforms the nearby citizens appearance to resemble the Joker, before they begin mindlessly attacking the Titans. Arsenal and Starfire arrive to help; this team up is concluded in Red Hood and the Outlaws #16.[30] Continuing from Red Hood and the Outlaws #15, Red Hood and Red Robin work together to escape Joker's captivity after he seemingly presents their fathers as hostages. Todd shoots the Joker, who is revealed to be a body double; the shots trigger a gas release, knocking Todd and Red Robin out. When they awake, Joker presents them each with a cloche (concluded in Batman #17).[31]
Titles involved
Title | Issue(s) | Writer(s) | Artist(s) | Notes |
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Preludes | ||||
Batgirl | #13 | Gail Simone | Ed Benes | "Knightfall" conclusion |
Catwoman | #13 | Ann Nocenti | Rafa Sandoval | |
Main Storyline | ||||
Batman | #13-17 | Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV | Greg Capullo, Jock | |
Tie-ins | ||||
Batgirl | #14-16 | Gail Simone | Ed Benes, Daniel Sampere | "Collision" storyline |
Catwoman | #14 | Ann Nocenti | Rafa Sandoval | |
Suicide Squad | #14-15 | Adam Glass | Fernando Dagnino | "Running with the Devil" storyline |
Batman and Robin | #15-16 | Peter J. Tomasi | Patrick Gleason | |
Detective Comics | #15-16 | John Layman | Jason Fabok | |
Nightwing | #15-16 | Kyle Higgins | Eddy Barrows | |
Red Hood and the Outlaws | #15-16 | Scott Lobdell | Timothy Green II | |
Teen Titans | #15-16 | Scott Lobdell, Fabian Nicieza | Brett Booth |
Publication history
The return of the Joker since his initial
"Death of the Family" was followed in 2014 by "Endgame", in which the Joker returns to wreak vengeance on Batman for rejecting their relationship. Snyder described it as the concluding chapter of his Joker story.[35][36]
Reception
- Batman
Batman | |||
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CBR | IGN | Newsarama | |
Issue | Rating | ||
13 | [37] | 9.7[38] | 10/10[39] |
14 | [40] | 9.3[41] | 9/10[42] |
15 | [43] | 9.4[44] | 7/10[45] |
16 | [46] | 9.6[47] | 10/10[48] |
17 | [49] | 10[50] | 8/10[51] |
Batman #13 was generally well received for its plot which was considered to be fittingly horrifying and filled with tension representative of the Joker's return. Snyder's incarnation of the Joker was praised for incorporating historical elements of the character and his dialogue, while providing a new perspective on the character.[37][38][39] IGN's Benjamin Bailey said that the story would be part of a classic Batman story,[38] and Comic Book Resources' Ryan Lindsay said the issue is the type of introduction every story deserves.[37] Batman #14 was also well received. Comic Book Resources' Greg McElhatton enjoyed the sense of isolation that emphasized the effect on Batman of not having his supporting cast, Batman's narration and the dialogue between Batman and Joker.[40] IGN's Joey Esposito said that the writing created a realistic threat of danger to the established characters, and appreciated the further increase in tension. Esposito also praised the Joker's final monologue.[41] In contrast, Newsarama considered the issue could be too verbose, but said that the story had great pacing.[42] Batman #15 received positive reviews, but is the lowest graded issue in the Batman tie-ins. Reviewers noted that the story continued to be strong, but was marred by confusing elements created by dialogue structure, unexplained actions such as Batman's glove being removed off panel during a confrontation with Joker, and small artistic inconsistencies.[43][44] Newsarama's David Pepose praised the opening narration, but was critical of the lack of involvement of the Batman family considering their central purpose in Joker's plan,[45] and Esposito said that the story was masterfully told, highlighting the Batman/Joker dynamic.[44]
Esposito praised Snyder's writing in Batman #16 for its exploration of Batman relationship with his rogues, especially Joker, but criticized the seemingly sudden peril in which Batman's allies are placed as the Batman issues offer no information on the events in their respective tie-in issues, undermining Batman's primary motivation to protect them.[47] Newsarama's Lan Pitts said that Snyder had created a great, unforgettable and suspenseful Batman story, with a Joker that potentially bested all previous incarnations of the character.[48] Comic Book Resources' Kelly Thompson said that the creative team had taken a character of which she was tired (Joker) and reinvented him while creating a pivotal story.[46] Esposito gave the story-arc's finale in Batman #17 a score of 10 out of 10, and said it contained possibly the greatest dialogue exchange between Joker and Batman since the end of The Killing Joke. Esposito also said that the story had "managed to redefine one of the most iconic villains in history - not just in comics, but in literature as a whole - while being able to elevate Batman and his allies to a whole new level".[50] Comic Book Resources' Doug Zawisa said that the issue succeeded as a grand and satisfying conclusion to the series-spanning story arc,[49] but Pepose noted story elements that became fake-outs, and an inconclusive ending as negatives.[51] The Guardian's Stuart Kelly said the overall story arc was a classic in waiting, and said it was both cerebrally satisfying and genuinely spine-tingling.[3]
Greg Capullo's pencil work received consistent praise throughout the series. Esposito said he is possibly the best Batman artist, providing energetic images,[38] while Newsarama described his work as visceral and greatly detailed, but sometimes cluttered.[42] Other reviewers noted the detail in his work[43] and described his contributions as astounding.[47] Jonathan Glapion and FCO Plascencia also generally received praise for, respectively, their inks and colors.[37][42][48]
- Batgirl
Batgirl was considered one of the strongest tie-ins,[52] owing to the pre-existing relationship between Batgirl and the man who disabled her, Joker, highlighting the emotional trauma and desire for revenge that is understandable in Batgirl's character which allowed the story to serve as natural progression for Batgirl instead of a tie-in to the greater Batman story.[53][54][55][56] The art by Ed Benes and Daniel Sampere received a mixed response from reviewers who described it as fair[54] and serviceable,[55] but also noted garish colors and inconsistent quality.[54] Newsarama's Aaron Duran complimented Sampere for emphasizing the personal nature of the characters, bringing the reader "uncomfortably" close, but said that the effect gradually becomes desensitizing.[57]
- Batman and Robin
Batman and Robin #15 was well received for its story, the characterization of Damian Wayne and the Joker, and the Joker's dialogue which was described as "wordplay formed into incisive barbs", and more menacing that Snyder's incarnation; a Joker that revels in filth.[58][59][60] Patrick Gleason's art was praised for creating terrifying and disturbing images that add texture to the pages.[58][59][60] Batman and Robin #16's narrative was considered lesser than the previous issue's, with Newsarama describing it as both "killer and filler" designed to keep Damian occupied while the main story proceeded, but appreciating the fight between Damian and what he believes to be his father. Esposito said that Damian's characterization sees him display resolve "unimaginable for a 10-year old", making the case for Damian being the best Robin. Newsarama again praised Gleason's horror-toned imagery, expressing a desire that he replace Capullo on the Batman installments.[61][62]
- Catwoman
Catwoman #13 received criticism for featuring a central story that was largely unrelated to the "Death of the Family" arc despite its branding as a tie-in. The tie-in segment was described as uninspired, and weak with absurd execution,[63] while Schedeen noted that the sporadic appearances of the Joker interrupted the flow of the larger unrelated plot, diminishing the attempt to convey drama in the issue's final scene.[64] Catwoman #14 received similar criticism; Thompson said the Joker/Catwoman concept fell flat and offered no insight about either character, and regressed Catwoman's relationship with Batman, presenting her inner thoughts as shallow.[65] Pepose scored the issue 3 out of 10, saying the issue was all spectacle without substance. Pepose said "when the big insight is that the Joker 'just wants to be Batman's be-yotch', you know things have taken a wrong turn somewhere". Pepose noted that Joker having the upper hand in dialogue with Catwoman, made the character appear like a rube in her own book.[66]
- Nightwing
IGN's Jesse Schedeen scored Nightwing #15 6.1 out of ten, and #16 7.4 out of 10. For Issue #15, Schedeen was critical of the event interrupting the book's ongoing story development and considered that there were storytelling missteps that undermined the emotional impact of the book's events.[67] Comic Book Resources's Greg McElhatton however said the issue worked well as both a tie-in and an individual Nightwing tale that progressed the character's personal, professional and superhero relationships.[68] For Issue #16, Schedeen felt that the overarching story in the Death of the Family books required an increasing amount of suspension of disbelief in how Joker simultaneously assaulted each member of the Batman family and his failure to actually eliminate those members after capturing them. Schedeen said that the issue was emotionally brutal, and frustrating because Nightwing is easily rendered helpless by the Joker's machinations.[69] Eddy Barrows artwork was generally praised for its somber, shadowy tone in both books, but Schedeen criticized inconsistent character appearances.[67][68][69]
- Suicide Squad
IGN's Jesse Schedeen labeled Suicide Squad #14 as a superfluous tie-in that added nothing meaningful to the "Death of the Family" story arc or the relationship between Harley Quinn and Joker, but described Fernando Dagnino's art as solid, with moody and shadowy tones that fit the somber tone of the series' own on-going story.[70] Comic Book Resources' Greg McElhatton said the issue was saved by the parts of the story unrelated to "Death of the Family", and the tie-in plot slightly diminished the momentum of the series. McElhatton called Dagnino's art uneven, citing the Joker's appearance as the most problematic visual that "never quite looks right".[71] Schedeen said that issue #15 improved by focusing on the Joker/Quinn plot, but criticized the Joker's characterization for lacking the same creepiness and inhumanity displayed in other "Death of the Family" books, and found the plot point of Joker being legitimately in love with Quinn out of place for the character and the arc's central plot of Joker shedding his humanity entirely.[72]
Sales
"Death of the Family" was a sales success, with issues regularly appearing in the top monthly sales during its release.[73] Batman was consistently the highest selling series in the story, outselling the next best selling series, Detective Comics by approximately 45,000 units.[74][75] Batman #14 was the highest selling issue, selling an estimated 159,744 units in November 2012, and appearing at number 2 in the sales charts, behind the first issue of All New X-Men (181,710 units).[76]
Series | Issue | Published | Estimated no. of units sold | Sales chart position | Ref. |
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Batgirl | #13 | October 2012 | 50,070 | 36 | [77] |
#14 | November 2012 | 77,475 | 17 | [76] | |
#15 | December 2012 | 75,337 | 13 | [75] | |
#16 | January 2013 | 72,461 | 17 | [74] | |
Batman | #13 | October 2012 | 148,293 | 3 | [77] |
#14 | November 2012 | 159,744 | 2 | [76] | |
#15 | December 2012 | 151,561 | 3 | [75] | |
#16 | January 2013 | 145,904 | 2 | [74] | |
#17 | February 2013 | 150,684 | 3 | [78] | |
Batman and Robin | #15 | December 2012 | 89,874 | 8 | [75] |
#16 | January 2013 | 81,483 | 12 | [74] | |
Catwoman | #13 | October 2012 | 40,144 | 52 | [77] |
#14 | November 2012 | 63,659 | 27 | [76] | |
Detective Comics | #15 | December 2012 | 106,390 | 5 | [75] |
#16 | January 2013 | 92,288 | 8 | [74] | |
Nightwing | #15 | December 2012 | 74,404 | 15 | [75] |
#16 | January 2013 | 69,634 | 20 | [74] | |
Red Hood and the Outlaws | #15 | December 2012 | 64,100 | 21 | [75] |
#16 | January 2013 | 59,613 | 24 | [74] | |
Suicide Squad | #14 | November 2012 | 63,697 | 26 | [76] |
#15 | December 2012 | 57,129 | 30 | [75] | |
Teen Titans | #15 | December 2012 | 68,704 | 17 | [75] |
#16 | January 2013 | 63,718 | 21 | [74] |
Collected editions
Title | Material collected | Published date | ISBN |
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Batman Vol 3: Death of the Family | Batman #13-17 | May 2014 | 978-1401246020 |
Batgirl Vol. 3: Death of the Family | Batgirl #14-19, Batman #17, and material from Young Romance #1 | June 2014 | 978-1401246280 |
Batman and Robin Vol. 3: Death of the Family | Batman and Robin #15-17, Batman and Robin Annual #1, Batman #17. | December 2013 | 978-1401242688 |
Catwoman Vol. 3: Death of the Family | Catwoman #0, 13-18, and material from Young Romance #1 | October 2013 | 978-1401242725 |
Nightwing Vol. 3: Death of the Family | Nightwing #13-18, Batman #17 | December 2013 | 978-1401244132 |
Red Hood and the Outlaws Vol. 3: Death of the Family | Red Hood and the Outlaws #0, 14-17, Teen Titans #15-16 | December 2013 | 978-1401244125 |
Teen Titans Vol. 3: Death of the Family | Teen Titans #14-20 | December 2013 | 978-1401243210 |
Joker: Death of the Family | Catwoman #13-14, Batgirl #13-16, Suicide Squad #14-15, Batman and Robin #15-16, Nightwing #15-16, Detective Comics #15-16, Red Hood and the Outlaws #15-16, Teen Titans #15-16 | October 2013 | 978-1401242350 |
In other media
Television
- The third season of Gotham adapted some plot elements from the Death of the Family storyline. In the episodes "Smile Like You Mean It" and "The Gentle Art of Making Enemies", the show's Proto-Joker, Jerome Valeska (played by Cameron Monaghan) gets his face removed, but eventually gets it back from the GCPD and staples it back on.
Video games
- The Joker's dinner scene in Batman: The Enemy Within is somewhat similar to the one in Death of the Family.
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