The Batman Adventures # 12 Dollar Comics Reprint 2020 NM-

The Batman Adventures # 12, published by DC Comics in September 1993, is a highly significant and iconic comic book issue. It features the first appearance in a comic book of Harley Quinn as she is known in current continuity. 

Key Significance: Harley Quinn's Comic Debut 

While Harley Quinn first appeared in the Batman: The Animated Series episode "Joker's Favor" on September 11, 1992, this issue marks her first official appearance in a comic book published for the mainstream comic book market. Created by Paul Dini and Bruce Timm, she has since become one of DC Comics' most popular and recognizable characters. 

Story Synopsis: "Joker's Millions" 

The issue adapts a storyline that would later be used for the animated series. 

• A "Faked" Death: The story begins with a funeral for the Joker, who appears to have finally died.
• The Inheritance: In a strange twist, the Joker leaves his entire fortune—millions of dollars—to his long-time henchman, Harley Quinn (Dr. Harleen Quinzel).
• The Twist: Batman and Robin investigate and discover the fortune is actually counterfeit money from a "gag" shop, set up by the Joker as one final, macabre joke on his former partner. 
• Writers: Kelley Puckett and Martin Pasko.
• Artist: Mike Parobeck and Rick Burchett.
• Format: Based on the continuity and style of Batman: The Animated Series.