CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR BATMAN #77
There are certain characters that we, as readers, feel like will be around forever. Well, what happens when that changes? Alfred Pennyworth has been a father, a mentor and a friend to not only Bruce Wayne, but the entire Bat family. In Batman #77, his life was ended at the hands of Bane. Now, a new one shot comic book series, from a superstar creative team, will examine the impact of his death.
In Batman: Pennyworth R.I.P., his shocking death at the hands of Bane is the only event that could possibly compare to that fateful night in Crime Alley, and it leaves Bruce at a similar crossroads. If Alfred was the glue that held the Bat-Family together, how will Batman deal with that all falling apart? And if the Caped Crusader is to be truly alone, he might either hang that cape up once and for all…or double down and carry on with this vengeful quest forever.
This 48 page one shot will be Co-written by James Tynion IV (Detective Comics) and Peter J. Tomasi (Superman) with art by Eddy Barrows (Freedom Fighters), Eber Ferreira (Blackest Night, Wonder Woman), and others. Look for it February 12, 2020 from DC Comics.
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