The Brave and the Bold #100

The Brave and the Bold #100 was published by DC Comics in early 1972 as a milestone issue for a long-running team-up series. Originally launched as a title for historical and adventure stories, the series had evolved by the 1960s into the primary showcase for DC's Batman to interact with other characters in the publisher's stable. This centennial issue was crafted during an era when editorial focus was shifting toward more grounded, character-driven narratives, reflecting the evolving tone of the Bronze Age of comics.

The issue features artwork by Jim Aparo, a definitive Batman artist whose clean lines and moody, atmospheric panels became synonymous with the title during the 1970s. Written by Bob Haney, the story continues the series' signature format of placing the Caped Crusader in unexpected pairings to solve complex mysteries. While the issue served as a numerical landmark, it was received primarily as a continuation of the high-quality, dependable storytelling that fans expected from the long-standing collaboration between Haney and Aparo.