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by Dennis O'Neil (Author), Joe Quesada (Illustrator)
Born in darkness, trained to kill, destined to rise. Witness the fiery birth of Azrael, the ruthless heir to Batman's legacy, in a tale steeped in blood, prophecy, and unrelenting vengeance.
A deadly new vigilante emerges from the shadows in this origin story that reshaped the Batman mythos. Batman: Sword of Azrael introduces Jean-Paul Valley, a young man trained since birth to become Azrael, the avenging angel of the secretive Order of St. Dumas. When Batman crosses paths with this lethal warrior, their destinies collide in a tale of legacy, vengeance, and redemption. This deluxe hardcover collects the complete 1992 miniseries that launched Azrael into DC canon and set the stage for Knightfall. Collects Batman: Sword of Azrael #1-4, Azrael/Ash #1Author Biography
A legendary figure in comics, Dennis O'Neil revitalized Batman in the 1970s and co-created iconic characters like Ra's al Ghul and Talia. His work on Green Lantern/Green Arrow and The Question helped bring social relevance to superhero comics. O'Neil passed away in 2020, leaving behind a legacy of thoughtful, character-driven storytelling.
Joe Quesada is a celebrated comic book artist and editor, known for his dynamic layouts and expressive style. He illustrated Sword of Azrael early in his career before rising to prominence at Marvel Comics, where he served as Editor-in-Chief and Chief Creative Officer.
Number of Pages: 240
Dimensions: 0.7 x 11.1 x 7.3 IN
Publication Date: April 14, 2026
