Batman: Earth One - Page 13

Rincewind · 08-28-2012, 03:34 PM

I got it and read it today. I really liked it. The idea to show Batman as young and inexperienced crimefighter is a refreshing one when we're so used to see him pull off nearly impossible things. I like how he had trouble taking down Penguin's thugs, how he barely managed to defeat the random serial killer and so on.

The art is great. It shows a modernized but very much recognizable vision of Batman and Gotham.

Overall, I like how they build this new world. Some things struck me as a bit weird like Bruce being half an Arkham or Harvey Dent being a sort of a bully as a kid but as a whole the thing works well. Aside from Aflred and Bullock, most of the characters aren't changed dramatically.

As a whole, I liked it. I can't wait for the next one. And think about it... if this Batman had a rough time with the Penguin, imagine him against this world's Joker or Bane? If they get this thing rolling it could make for a very entertaining series where Batsy actually might have a very tough time.

TheWatcher · 09-01-2012, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Rincewind

I got it and read it today. I really liked it. The idea to show Batman as young and inexperienced crimefighter is a refreshing one when we're so used to see him pull off nearly impossible things. I like how he had trouble taking down Penguin's thugs, how he barely managed to defeat the random serial killer and so on.

The art is great. It shows a modernized but very much recognizable vision of Batman and Gotham.

Overall, I like how they build this new world. Some things struck me as a bit weird like Bruce being half an Arkham or Harvey Dent being a sort of a bully as a kid but as a whole the thing works well. Aside from Aflred and Bullock, most of the characters aren't changed dramatically.

As a whole, I liked it. I can't wait for the next one. And think about it... if this Batman had a rough time with the Penguin, imagine him against this world's Joker or Bane? If they get this thing rolling it could make for a very entertaining series where Batsy actually might have a very tough time.

He was just starting out, he'll get better over time.

How do you guys think Dick Grayson will come along in this universe? Batgirl will probably come first like in The Batman but Dick will have to be introduced eventually.

Broseph44 · 09-01-2012, 02:43 PM

I'm excited for the riddler

Rincewind · 09-02-2012, 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by TheWatcher

How do you guys think Dick Grayson will come along in this universe? Batgirl will probably come first like in The Batman but Dick will have to be introduced eventually.

It's anyone's guess at this point. I think they will remain somewhat faithful to the general idea (the Graysons being killed, Bruce taking him in and so on) because it doesn't seem like they want to reinvent the whole thing but rather to modernize it a bit and start with a clean slate. I suspect that if they keep the idea that Bruce adopts and trains him he will come into the story later because at this point Bruce himself is pretty young and very inexperienced. It seems that Batgirl will definitely come first.

TheWatcher · 09-02-2012, 01:06 PM

Or maybe he gets Dick when he is still very much young himself and trains him for about 3 years before he becomes Robin, that is more realistic.

jonathancrane · 09-02-2012, 01:27 PM

I re-read it yesterday and enjoyed it even more.

I am looking forward to Volume 2.

CLewis · 09-13-2012, 01:16 PM

Is it worth buying? Because I have a really small collection consisting of Hush, RIP, and Batman Reborn. I know loads about Batman, but I don't have a massive collection. I'm also currently collecting Batman Incorporated and The Dark Knight. I have about £13 to spend and I don't want to waste it when I go to my nearest Forbidden Planet on Saturday.

Young Superman · 09-13-2012, 01:27 PM

Am I the only one who likes the Earth One Bat-Suit more then the DCnU Bat-Suit?

Rincewind · 09-14-2012, 03:07 AM

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Originally Posted by CLewis

Is it worth buying? Because I have a really small collection consisting of Hush, RIP, and Batman Reborn. I know loads about Batman, but I don't have a massive collection. I'm also currently collecting Batman Incorporated and The Dark Knight. I have about £13 to spend and I don't want to waste it when I go to my nearest Forbidden Planet on Saturday.

Depends on what you want to read. This is an origin story set in a new universe and timeline not unlike Marvel's Ultimate line. If that concept interests you then, yes, I think it's worth reading and I'm glad I bought it. If not, spend your £13 on something you'll enjoy more.

CConn · 09-14-2012, 07:36 AM

£ it.

BH/HHH · 09-14-2012, 09:14 AM

I am desperate to read this but I need to wait until I get paid

Asteroid-Man · 11-03-2012, 11:49 AM

Wow - I thought I would hate this, but I honestly LOVED it!

Brain Damage · 02-17-2013, 08:48 AM

This is one of my favorite Batman books. And this thread deserves a bump.

08-28-2012, 03:34 PM	#301
Rincewind grezdei Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 737	Re: Batman: Earth One I got it and read it today. I really liked it. The idea to show Batman as young and inexperienced crimefighter is a refreshing one when we're so used to see him pull off nearly impossible things. I like how he had trouble taking down Penguin's thugs, how he barely managed to defeat the random serial killer and so on. The art is great. It shows a modernized but very much recognizable vision of Batman and Gotham. Overall, I like how they build this new world. Some things struck me as a bit weird like Bruce being half an Arkham or Harvey Dent being a sort of a bully as a kid but as a whole the thing works well. Aside from Aflred and Bullock, most of the characters aren't changed dramatically. As a whole, I liked it. I can't wait for the next one. And think about it... if this Batman had a rough time with the Penguin, imagine him against this world's Joker or Bane? If they get this thing rolling it could make for a very entertaining series where Batsy actually might have a very tough time. Last edited by Rincewind; 08-29-2012 at 03:47 AM.

09-01-2012, 02:43 PM	#303
Broseph44 Side-Kick Join Date: May 2012 Location: New York Posts: 392	Re: Batman: Earth One I'm excited for the riddler

09-02-2012, 01:06 PM	#305
TheWatcher Dapper Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 2,768	Re: Batman: Earth One Or maybe he gets Dick when he is still very much young himself and trains him for about 3 years before he becomes Robin, that is more realistic. __________________ "I have this theory that, depending on your attitude, your life doesn't have to become this ridiculous charade that it seems so many people end up living." -Christian Bale

09-02-2012, 01:27 PM	#306
jonathancrane Side-Kick Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Arkham Island Posts: 2,473	Re: Batman: Earth One I re-read it yesterday and enjoyed it even more. I am looking forward to Volume 2.

09-13-2012, 01:16 PM	#307
CLewis Newbie Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Posts: 3	Re: Batman: Earth One Is it worth buying? Because I have a really small collection consisting of Hush, RIP, and Batman Reborn. I know loads about Batman, but I don't have a massive collection. I'm also currently collecting Batman Incorporated and The Dark Knight. I have about £13 to spend and I don't want to waste it when I go to my nearest Forbidden Planet on Saturday.

09-13-2012, 01:27 PM	#308
Young Superman The Last Son of Krypton Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 6,890	Re: Batman: Earth One Am I the only one who likes the Earth One Bat-Suit more then the DCnU Bat-Suit? __________________ "What if a child dreamed of becoming something other than what society had intended?...What if a child aspired to something greater?..."

09-14-2012, 07:36 AM	#310
CConn Fountainhead of culture. Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Peter North's Southern Headquarters Posts: 57,456	Re: Batman: Earth One £ it. __________________ It's like a non-consecutive 24-hour dance party.

09-14-2012, 09:14 AM	#311
BH/HHH Cavill's Hairychest Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Leeds Posts: 11,885	Re: Batman: Earth One I am desperate to read this but I need to wait until I get paid __________________ MAN OF STEEL 9.5/10 You will give the people an ideal to strive towards. They will race behind you, they will stumble, they will fall... But in time, they will join you in the sun... In time, you will help them accomplish wonders.

11-03-2012, 11:49 AM	#312
Asteroid-Man Ham Sammiches Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 16,765	Re: Batman: Earth One Wow - I thought I would hate this, but I honestly LOVED it! __________________ Basi ranj bordam dar in saale si, Ajam zende kardam bedin Parsi; Namiram az in pas keh man zende'am, Ke tokhme sokhan ra parakandeam. Posting Since 09/24/05 10:30 am

02-17-2013, 08:48 AM	#313
Brain Damage Banana User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Boston Posts: 2,362	Re: Batman: Earth One This is one of my favorite Batman books. And this thread deserves a bump. __________________ WHO APPOINTED THE BATMAN? Free Original Music

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