Gotham’s darkest truth doesn’t begin with Batman—it begins with a crime that rewrites the soul of a city.
Tom King (Mister Miracle) and Phil Hester (Green Arrow) deliver a razor-sharp noir that delivers the definitive origin of Gotham City!
Gotham City, 1961. Helen Wayne, the "princess of Gotham" and heir of Richard and Constance Wayne has been kidnapped, and P.I. Slam Bradley finds himself embroiled in the case. As his investigation deepens, Gotham’s history of police corruption and fragile race relations is revealed. And as the threat of a race riot grows with every new revelation, Slam begins to realize that the city he grew up in still has lots of secrets to hide.
This deluxe edition, written by Eisner Award–winning writer Tom King (Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow) and illustrated by Eisner-nominated artist Phil Hester (Swamp Thing), collects Gotham City: Year One #1-6 and features a brand-new cover and foreword by Phil Hester, a director’s cut of issue #1 showcasing the final lettering script and inks, behind-the scenes art by Hester, a variant cover gallery, and more!
Tom King is an Eisner Award–winning writer known for redefining modern superhero storytelling in critically acclaimed works such as Batman, Mister Miracle, and Human Target. His writing blends emotional depth with literary structure and bold reinvention.
Phil Hester is a celebrated artist recognized for Green Arrow, Family Tree, Swamp Thing, and numerous creator-owned noir and horror projects. His bold silhouettes and atmospheric compositions make him one of the defining voices of modern crime comics.
Eric Gapstur is a versatile artist and inker whose work spans some of DC’s most dynamic titles, including The Flash and Batman Beyond. Known for his atmospheric linework, expressive character acting, and sharp visual storytelling, he brings a grounded noir sensibility to every project.
Gotham’s darkest truth doesn’t begin with Batman—it begins with a crime that rewrites the soul of a city.
Tom King (Mister Miracle) and Phil Hester (Green Arrow) deliver a razor-sharp noir that delivers the definitive origin of Gotham City!
Gotham City, 1961. Helen Wayne, the "princess of Gotham" and heir of Richard and Constance Wayne has been kidnapped, and P.I. Slam Bradley finds himself embroiled in the case. As his investigation deepens, Gotham’s history of police corruption and fragile race relations is revealed. And as the threat of a race riot grows with every new revelation, Slam begins to realize that the city he grew up in still has lots of secrets to hide.
This deluxe edition, written by Eisner Award–winning writer Tom King (Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow) and illustrated by Eisner-nominated artist Phil Hester (Swamp Thing), collects Gotham City: Year One #1-6 and features a brand-new cover and foreword by Phil Hester, a director’s cut of issue #1 showcasing the final lettering script and inks, behind-the scenes art by Hester, a variant cover gallery, and more!
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Tom King is an Eisner Award–winning writer known for redefining modern superhero storytelling in critically acclaimed works such as Batman, Mister Miracle, and Human Target. His writing blends emotional depth with literary structure and bold reinvention.
Phil Hester is a celebrated artist recognized for Green Arrow, Family Tree, Swamp Thing, and numerous creator-owned noir and horror projects. His bold silhouettes and atmospheric compositions make him one of the defining voices of modern crime comics.
Eric Gapstur is a versatile artist and inker whose work spans some of DC’s most dynamic titles, including The Flash and Batman Beyond. Known for his atmospheric linework, expressive character acting, and sharp visual storytelling, he brings a grounded noir sensibility to every project.
