Batman/Superman # 3 2019 NM-

Batman/Superman #3 (2019) is the third chapter of the explosive "Who Are the Secret Six?" story arc. Released on October 23, 2019, this issue raised the stakes of the series by testing the absolute limits of trust between the World's Finest duo under the shadow of the Batman Who Laughs.

Core Synopsis & Premise

The issue continues the dark mystery of the Dark Multiverse's most twisted Bruce Wayne infecting heroes of the main DC universe.

• The Plot: Superman undergoes a dangerous gambit, appearing to be infected by the Batman Who Laughs' dark toxin to infiltrate his fortress and uncover his grand plan.
• The Dynamic: To outsmart an evil version of himself, Batman has to change his tactics entirely. He realizes he cannot think like a tactician or another Batman; instead, he has to rely completely on how Superman would handle the situation.
• The Creative Team: Written by Joshua Williamson with stunning, cinematic art by David Marquez and colors by Alejandro Sánchez.

Key Developments & Debuts

• The Secret Six Hunt: The issue deepens the search for the six corrupted heroes hidden in plain sight.
• The Fortified Threat: The story leads directly into a confrontation involving a corrupted Blue Beetle (Jaime Reyes), whose alien scarab has been twisted into a dangerous, dark weaponry suit.
• Crossover Ties: The ending acts as a direct prologue connecting to broader DC universe narratives, including Lex Luthor's machinations and impending universal conflicts.