Batman #251
dc • 1973
- Series
- Batman
- Issue
- 251
- Publisher
- DC
- Cover date
- Sep 30, 1973
- Story title
- The Jokers Five-Way Revenge!
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Published by DC Comics in September 1973, Batman #251 is widely regarded as a pivotal milestone in the history of the character. Written by Denny O'Neil and illustrated by Neal Adams, the issue marks a definitive return to the Joker's original, darker roots after years of a campier, less menacing interpretation. The story, titled The Joker's Five-Way Revenge, establishes a more modern, homicidal dynamic for the villain, setting the tone for the character's portrayal in contemporary media.
The cover art, also by Neal Adams, is iconic for its stark and unsettling composition. Adams opted for a dramatic, cinematic approach that emphasized the Joker's insanity and threat, moving away from the sillier tropes of the mid-20th century. The issue was received with high acclaim by critics and fans alike, and it is frequently cited as the moment that reclaimed the Joker as Batman's most dangerous and compelling adversary in the Bronze Age of comics.
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