{"product_id":"batgirl-1-2016-nm","title":"Batgirl # 1 2016 NM","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBatgirl # 1\u003c\/strong\u003e released on July 27, 2016, launched a new era for Barbara Gordon as part of the DC Rebirth initiative. Written by Hope Larson with art by Rafael Albuquerque, the issue begins the \"Beyond Burnside\" story arc, which sees Batgirl leaving her Gotham neighborhood for a global adventure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStory Synopsis: \"Beyond Burnside, Part One\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeking to \"up her game\" as a hero, Barbara Gordon embarks on a backpacking trip across East Asia to train with elite combat masters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eArrival in Japan: Her journey begins in Japan, where she hopes to find Chiyo Yamashiro (the retired vigilante known as Fruit Bat) to learn new fighting techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Reunion: While traveling, she accidentally runs into an old friend, Kai, whom she hasn't seen in years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe First Conflict: Their reunion is interrupted by a mysterious, hyper-fast young woman dressed as a schoolgirl who attacks Kai. Batgirl intervenes but is nearly outmatched by the assailant's speed until Chiyo Yamashiro assists her.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Mystery: The issue ends with a cryptic warning from Chiyo that Batgirl must find \"the Teacher\" to truly understand the new threats she is facing. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Details \u0026amp; First Appearances \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCreative Team: Written by Hope Larson and illustrated by Rafael Albuquerque.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFirst Appearance: This issue marks the first appearance of Kai (Kai Ma), an old friend of Barbara's from her past.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eGlobal Scope: Unlike previous runs focused on Gotham, this series follows Batgirl through locations like Okinawa, Singapore, and Shanghai.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47564525371492,"sku":"BD34","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/IMG_2025_12_22_12_39_02_464.jpg?v=1766428945","url":"https:\/\/battlebuddycomics.com\/products\/batgirl-1-2016-nm","provider":"BattleBuddyComics.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}