{"product_id":"convergence-batman-shadow-of-the-bat-1-2015-vf","title":"Convergence: Batman: Shadow of the Bat # 1 2015 VF+","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eConvergence: Batman: Shadow of the Bat #1\u003c\/b\u003e (2015) is a tie-in issue focusing on the Pre-Zero Hour continuity's Azrael (Jean-Paul Valley) as he navigates the psychological toll of being trapped under the dome and the return of a terrifying foe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStory Synopsis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe issue is set in the domed city of Gotham from the Pre-Zero Hour continuity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eLife Under the Dome: Azrael, a complex and often psychologically tortured character, has been powerless for a year, forcing him into a mundane life. This period without his violent alter-ego's influence provides him with a fragile sense of peace. The narrative highlights the internal struggle between Jean-Paul's desire for normalcy and the violent \"System\" planted in his mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Dome Falls, The System Returns: When the dome falls and powers are restored, the \"System\" is reawakened in his mind, along with the full Azrael suit and abilities. The return of this violent persona is a significant psychological blow to Jean-Paul.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAn Old Enemy Returns: The opposing city's champions are revealed to be from the Red Son universe, a reality where Superman landed in Soviet Russia. The primary opponent is a brutal, Soviet-controlled version of Batman who acts as an insurgent freedom fighter in his world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Clash: Azrael must fight this ruthless Red Son Batman. The conflict is less about a typical hero vs. villain fight and more about Azrael battling his own inner demons while facing a dark mirror image of the Bat-mantle from another reality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Cliffhanger: The issue ends with Azrael locked in a brutal struggle with the Red Son Batman, as he attempts to maintain his sanity and protect his city while fighting a battle he never wanted. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCreative Team\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWriter: Larry Hama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eArtist: Philip Tan and Jason Paz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCover Artists: Philip Tan and Elmer Santos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47925486911588,"sku":"BO59","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/IMG_2026_02_21_14_54_58_446.jpg?v=1771707424","url":"https:\/\/battlebuddycomics.com\/products\/convergence-batman-shadow-of-the-bat-1-2015-vf","provider":"BattleBuddyComics.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}