Batman: Vengeance of Bane #1 — NM (9.4)
DC Comics, January 1993
Modern Age · Superhero · 68 pages · $2.50 cover price
Batman: Vengeance of Bane #1 is the first full appearance and origin of Bane, one of Batman’s most consequential modern villains and a direct prelude to the Knightfall saga. Written by Chuck Dixon with interior art by Graham Nolan and Eduardo Barreto, this oversized one-shot establishes Bane’s brutal upbringing, intellect, and obsession with Gotham—laying the groundwork for his eventual breaking of the Dark Knight.
The story expands on elements introduced in Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #16–20, revealing Bane as the sole survivor of the Venom experiments and charting his rise from the prison of Peña Duro to Gotham City. The issue features a striking painted cover by Glenn Fabry, adding to its iconic status among early-1990s Batman keys.
A cornerstone Modern Age Batman issue, essential for Bane collectors, Knightfall readers, and anyone building a complete Batman villain key set.
Maj. Picto’s Grading Notes:
NM (9.4). A sharp, high-grade copy with minimal handling and excellent overall presentation, fully consistent with the stated grade.
Batman: Vengeance of Bane #1 — NM (9.4)
DC Comics, January 1993
Modern Age · Superhero · 68 pages · $2.50 cover price
Batman: Vengeance of Bane #1 is the first full appearance and origin of Bane, one of Batman’s most consequential modern villains and a direct prelude to the Knightfall saga. Written by Chuck Dixon with interior art by Graham Nolan and Eduardo Barreto, this oversized one-shot establishes Bane’s brutal upbringing, intellect, and obsession with Gotham—laying the groundwork for his eventual breaking of the Dark Knight.
The story expands on elements introduced in Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #16–20, revealing Bane as the sole survivor of the Venom experiments and charting his rise from the prison of Peña Duro to Gotham City. The issue features a striking painted cover by Glenn Fabry, adding to its iconic status among early-1990s Batman keys.
A cornerstone Modern Age Batman issue, essential for Bane collectors, Knightfall readers, and anyone building a complete Batman villain key set.
Maj. Picto’s Grading Notes:
NM (9.4). A sharp, high-grade copy with minimal handling and excellent overall presentation, fully consistent with the stated grade.
