Batman: Dark Age #3

Going deep inside the mind of Batman/Bruce Wayne is also an instant win for me as a reader. This is Batman's first big battle, and flashing forward to see how he is no longer the giant figure of Gotham he once was as we revisit his past is a gripping tale. The story also leaves us a bit of a cliffhanger in regards to a familiar faces origin story which I quite enjoyed. Read Full Review

If there is one disappointing aspect to this issue it is finding out that the next installment is about two months away in July. Read Full Review

Even though this series is a spiritual sequel to Space Age, they couldn't be more different. That was an epic cosmic tragedy. This is a small story of a deeply flawed man becoming a better person, made incredibly compelling by such a fully realized city and supporting cast. The ending reveals another major piece of Bruce's puzzle with a tragic twist that only makes this whole series richer. Read Full Review

Allred delivers some beautifully detailed art throughout the issue. The action is wonderfully fluid and captures the tone of the story perfectly. Read Full Review

A gripping installment that blends traditional Batman elements with contemporary issues. The focus on Bruce Wayne's evolution into Batman, his strategic pivot from physical combat to social reform, and the introduction of familiar allies like Jim Gordon deepen the plot and keep us wanting more. Read Full Review

Batman: Dark Age #3 is a bold experiment that pushes the boundaries of the Batman mythos. It's not without its flaws, but it's a compelling read for fans who enjoy a bit of subversion with their superheroes. Buy it if you're curious about a fresh take on Batman. If you prefer the classic Batman formula, this might not be for you. Read Full Review

The cast of characters expands in Batman: Dark Age #3. There are names you'll recognize with roles amplified with a Tarintino-esque twist at the end. Keep in mind that this is a Bruce Wayne who's writing his memoirs, just to make sure that all his memories stay intact. He's just trying to remember. Read Full Review

This has become a very weird but interesting series, and I'm curious to see how it plays out as it moves into the second half of its story. Read Full Review

While I did complain a fair bit about certain plot points and I do feel this title isn't doing enough to distinguish itself from its predecessor, Batman: Dark Age remains one of the more bright and optimistic Batman stories I've read in recent memory. A lot of it is thanks to the art by the Allreds, which remains a standout, even if I struggle with the faces on occasion. Despite its flaws, #3 remains a decent read, and I remain hooked on what's to come next…even though the ‘next generation' is a no-show this month. Read Full Review

Psycamorean

Jun 04, 2024

A shift in quality from last issue. This series has been great, and this issue is even better. I really, really like when Mark Russell allows his political commentary to breathe a bit. When it's not equivalent to a political cartoon form of satire. The subtlety really brings out the story and the characters.