Batman: Prodigal (2027 Edition)

Dick Grayson dons the cowl in a defining chapter of Gotham’s legacy, now back in print!

Bruce Wayne, back on his feet after a miraculous recovery from a broken spine, is trying his best to recoup his aura of invincibility and preserve the legacy of the Batman. He's also trying to restore the goodwill he lost by allowing Jean-Paul Valley to become his proxy during his rehabilitation process.

As such, Bruce approaches longtime colleague and former ward Dick Grayson to step into his shoes. At first, Dick seems like a natural choice to become the next Batman. After all, he grew up in the Batcave and shadowed Batman on all his early adventures. Now as the prodigal son, Dick learns to appreciate the intense weight and responsibility that comes with wearing the iconic cape and cowl.

Batman: Prodigal is the penultimate chapter in the nine-volume series commonly known as Batman: Knightfall. It collects Batman #512-514, Batman: Shadow of the Bat #32-34, Detective Comics #679-681, and Robin #0 and #11-13, as well as additional bonus material featuring Brian Stelfreeze cover art.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs