Major Key
Batman: The Killing Joke
WHY THIS ISSUE IS KEY
Pivotal Barbara Gordon story that changes her status for years.
Why this comic matters
The Joker sets out to prove that one terrible day can break anyone, drawing Batman, Commissioner Gordon and Barbara Gordon into a brutal psychological confrontation. The story explores the uneasy line between Batman and his greatest enemy without offering easy answers.
Key issue facts
PublisherDC
Publication year1988
Key classificationMajor Key
CharactersBatgirl, Joker
Collector significance
As a major key, the issue is notable for the milestone recorded above and is the kind of comic collectors often identify by the event, debut or change it contains. Collector interest can vary significantly by printing, edition, condition and grade, so this guide does not assign a market value.
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