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The new Batman and Robin swung into stores recently, bringing a little controversy with them. It left Jon cold, like everything that issue author Grant Morrison has written. Sales Associate Dwayne refuses to even pick up the issue but is constantly trying to trick me into spoiling the issue. Jim keeps talking about the issues Adam West meets David Lynch vibe. And me? I am a fan of any comic that’s first panel features explosions that spell out “BOOM!”

The re-teaming of the “All-Star Superman” Dynamic Duo of Morrison and artist Frank Quitely makes for some awesome comics! “Batman and Robin” #1 has thrilling action, crazy villains, and enough tinges of angst to remind readers of that Batman’s nickname is the Dark Knight. Take all of these elements, mix together with quips and breath-taking art, and you end up with the most fun I’ve had reading a Batman comic in ages.

The best part is, even with a comic filled with a new Batman, a new Robin, new villains, and heck, even a new Bat-headquarters; Morrison and Quitely craft a comic that feels timeless and accessible. The use of characters like Alfred, Commissioner Gordon, and former-Robin Dick Grayson put iconic Bat-characters front and center even if the original Caped Crusader is M.I.A. Others characters that are less familiar, like the new Robin or the villainous Circus of the Strange, are sketched out just enough that readers can grasp them.

As fun as the issue is, the specter of Bruce Wayne looms over the story. While a new Batman is just laying down his roots, all the readers have one thought on their mind: Bruce Wayne will soon return. This new era of Batman and Robin may be almost certainly temporary, but I’m going to milk its limited shelf life for everything it’s worth. The teaser image above hints at what look to be some pretty exciting storylines and I’ll be there every same Bat-Time, same Bat-Channel making sure I won’t miss a beat.

You can check out a preview of the debut issue here at Ain’t It Cool News.

-Nick

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