NML Crossing, Episode 040 – Batman: Shadow of the Bat #82 (1999)
NML Crossing, Episode Forty
Batman: Shadow of the Bat #82 (February, 1999)
“Wax Man and the Clown, Part 3”
Writer – Alan Grant
Pencils – Mark Buckingham
Inks – Robert Campanella
Colors – Pam Rambo & Digital Chameleon
Letters – Bill Oakley
Edits – Gorfinkel & O’Neil
Cover Price: $1.99
With meds, food, and supplies completely depleted, Jeremiah Arkham needs to make a decision that brings with it some horrible consequences. Does he let all of the inmates starve to death… or, does he give them their freedom — releasing them into the new-look Gotham City? Judging by Jerry’s recent decision-making process, the answer ought to be clear!
Alan Grant and Mark Buckingham’s time on Shadow ends in pretty spectacular fashion!
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The amazing thing about this issue is that there is no Batman in Grant’s last Batman story. I enjoyed this story focusing on Jeremiah and the inmates of Arkham. Knowing what is coming in No Man’s Land proper, this nicely sets up the status quo for the Bat-Villains in future stories.
Best of luck with your plumbing problems.