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Post by All Star Batman on Jul 16, 2007 16:26:49 GMT -5
Based on the information from the previews from Batman #670 and Robin Annual #7, November will be the next big Batman crossover event known as "The Resurrection of Ra's Al Ghul." This is just what I think, but we'll have to wait for November's previews next month for more info.
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Post by jlavaia on Jul 16, 2007 16:36:53 GMT -5
i read somewhere that he was supposed to return in Countdown, so that's probaly the additional crossover stuff. it was only a matter of time, especially after they killed off Nyssa.
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Post by batmaster on Jul 20, 2007 8:27:25 GMT -5
Like, ras, hope this is great!
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Post by BruceBatman on Jul 21, 2007 1:21:27 GMT -5
This was bound to happen, he's immortal! Not to mrntion normal villains do it all the time!
Yeah, this will probably be great! All Ra's Al Ghul stories are.
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Post by batmaster on Jul 21, 2007 1:39:15 GMT -5
the riddler in hush has go in ras his bath!
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Post by BruceBatman on Aug 7, 2007 23:17:36 GMT -5
the riddler in hush has go in ras his bath! Yup! But this is not what I meant! What I mean is we see villains "die" all of the time, but then they "come back to life" (without using Ra's bath). |
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Post by jlavaia on Aug 8, 2007 18:39:21 GMT -5
ra's al ghul's return should have nothing to do with a lazarus pit as they are all sealed up and he was ashes sprinkled from a plane. i'm guessing it wasn't his body that Batman cremated.
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Post by All Star Batman on Aug 8, 2007 21:20:02 GMT -5
You know, they might do what they did in Batman Beyond. In the episode Blast From the Past, Ra's Al Ghul put his mind into Talia's body. But I think in this case, they could do it for Damian.
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Post by BruceBatman on Aug 9, 2007 22:18:39 GMT -5
It's a possibility!
By the way jlavaia, I wasn't saying Ra's was going to use the pit to ressurect. I was merely stating something to thebatmaster!
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Post by All Star Batman on Aug 10, 2007 22:19:10 GMT -5
My thoughts have been confirmed. The Resurrection of Ra's Al Ghul is the next big Batman crossover. A prelude will be in Batman 670, with a 7 part storyline spanning through Detective, Batman, Nightwing, and Robin in November and December. To find out more on this storyline, Newsarama talked to Batman editor Mike Marts.
WW CHICAGO: MIKE MARTS ON THE RETURN OF RA'S TO BATMAN'S WORLD
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He first appeared in 1971’s Batman #232 by Denny O’Neil and Neal Adams, and tormented Batman for years. Ra’s al Ghul was a villain who wasn’t cut from the same cloth as Batman’s other foes – Ra’s wasn’t a freak, a half monster bent on revenging a wrong or petty crime. Ra’s was a force to be reckoned with – a James Bond style villain for whom the world was his target. For over three decades, Ra’s tormented Batman in any variety of ways in a…complicated relationship which saw Batman and Ra’s daughter, Talia having a child together (Damian, currently appearing in Batman).
And then, in 2004’s Batman: Death and the Maidens, Ra’s died.
And was cremated.
But still, could a man who had died and come back to life any number of times, thanks to his Lazarus Pits, ever really die?
Apparently not, and that’s what’s at the heart of an eight-part story taking place in DC’s Batman titles this fall: “The Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul.” It kicks off with a prelude in October’s Batman #670, and gets rolling with the November titles. WE spoke with Batman group editor Mike Marts about the storyline.
Newsarama: To start Mike, with a name like "The Resurrection of Ra's al Ghul" - there's not a ton of mystery left in the story...but still - where did this one come from? Was it part of Grant Morrison's larger Batman plan all along?
Mike Marts: We decided right from the start to let readers know exactly what the story was about—hence the straightforward storyarc title, “The Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul”. That being said, this tale has plenty of mystery throughout its entire run. The fact that Ra’s might be resurrected is just one piece of the intricate puzzle that Grant and crew have cooked up.
The involvement of Talia al Ghul and Damian and the al Ghul lineage is an ingredient that Grant’s been playing with since he started on Batman...but the decision to bring Ra’s back into the picture was cooked up between Grant and Dan DiDio at last year’s San Diego Comic-Con, I believe.
NRAMA: As you said, Talia and Damian have played a large role in Grant’s Batman to date, but what specifically gets the ball rolling on this, story-wise? Damien misses grandpa?
MM: A few things get this party started...to kick things off, I-Ching (an old Wonder Woman character for those of you keeping score) is attacked by a group of assassins...it seems they’re after a talisman which may lead them on the secret road to Nanda Parbat. Enter Batman. Meanwhile, Talia receives an unexpected house guest...
NRAMA: Just so we're all factual here, Ra's died in Death and the Maidens, right? In terms of the DCU, how long has he been gone?
MM: Correct, Ra’s died in Death and the Maidens. And figure that took place a little over a year ago in DC Continuity time.
NRAMA: What's Batman's response to this? He and Ra's have been enemies and uneasy allies over the years. Where does Batman's view fall on keeping the dead in the ground?
MM: Let’s just say that Batman felt this particular chapter of his life was closed for good...if Ra’s is indeed back, I don’t think Bruce is going to be too happy about it.
NRAMA: Editorially - why bring a character like Ra's back? What's the difference in Batman's larger "world" without a Ra's compared to a world with one?
Let’s face it—Batman has the best rogues gallery of villains in all of comics. Penguin, Riddler, Scarecrow, Poison Ivy, the list goes on and on...but even with all of these great villains, if the one or two arch-villains—like Joker or Ra’s al Ghul—go missing for too long, there’s just this void that needs to be filled. A villain that great can’t stay dead forever, right? Especially one with a knack for immortality!
NRAMA: What's the scope of the story? Obviously, this is Grant Morrison's story to kick off and get rolling, but Ra's has always loomed large - perhaps the largest of Batman's modern-day enemies. Will this be spilling out to involve any of the other titles?
MM: All of the core Batman Family titles will be involved: Batman, Detective, Robin and Nightwing. In fact, this is the first inter-group Batman crossover that we’ve attempted in some time.
NRAMA: Any other changes coming in those titles at this point? (creative changes)
MM: Our biggest change is the arrival of Tony Daniel as the regular artist on Batman. Tony’s been wanting to draw the Dark Knight for a long, long time and we’ve finally been able to hand him the reins. And fans of Andy Kubert shouldn’t worry—Andy is working on a top secret Bat-project as we speak...something we hope to be able to tell you more about soon.
Other than Tony, we have a combination of some regular Batman talents along with some exciting guest creators...Grant Morrison and Paul Dini will write the Batman and Detective chapters, of course, while guest writers Peter Milligan and Fabian Nicieza step in for two months to pen Robin and Nightwing, respectively. Freddie E. Williams stays on as Robin artist, while Don Kramer moves over to take on the two Nightwing chapters. And to cap things off, Wildstorm regular Ryan Benjamin will draw the two Detective installments.
NRAMA: How long will this story run?
MM: Eight parts. A prelude in Batman #670 in October. And then 7 parts running throughout Robin, Nightwing, Detective and Batman in November and December.
NRAMA: Broad strokes, obviously, but how will Batman's world be different as a result of this when it's all said and done?
MM: Well, it’s tough to answer that questions without spilling the beans on how things end, but suffice it to say that when all is said and done the lives of all the characters involved—Batman, Robin, Nightwing, Talia, Damian and Ra’s—won’t be the same.
I'll definately be getting this storyline, which mean I'll be spending more money on these and when Amazing Spider-Man starting going out 3X a month.
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Post by BruceBatman on Aug 12, 2007 1:15:58 GMT -5
Well, i have mixed feelings about crossovers.
I like them because they make long and great stories, and you can get through it without waiting long.
But what if you miss a copy?
thanks for the info All Star!
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Post by All Star Batman on Aug 12, 2007 13:13:34 GMT -5
Well, i have mixed feelings about crossovers. I like them because they make long and great stories, and you can get through it without waiting long. But what if you miss a copy? thanks for the info All Star! That's easy. You can just call your comic shop and ask them to hold on to the issue you want, and you can get it when go in there next time. I always order stuff I want for next month a week before the month starts. |
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Post by False Face on Aug 12, 2007 14:27:25 GMT -5
I'll be looking forward to this crossover event! I've always been an iffy fan of Ra's al Ghul but I have this feeling that I'll really enjoy this one. I'm also looking forward to the Annual that comes out soon with Ra's in it. Looks like exciting times may be ahead of us  |
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Post by BruceBatman on Aug 13, 2007 1:00:52 GMT -5
You can get the comic book store to hold the comics a week before they come out? Cool!
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Post by False Face on Aug 14, 2007 12:39:05 GMT -5
I think it all depends on how much they like you |
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Post by BruceBatman on Aug 14, 2007 16:21:00 GMT -5
Really?
then I need to start going to mine a lot more than!!!
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Post by All Star Batman on Aug 18, 2007 13:52:20 GMT -5
Ladies and Gentlemen, I have good news and bad news. The good news is that DC has released previews for the first 4 parts for the Resurrection of Ra's Al Ghul storyline. The bad news is there are no covers yet, but I'll be here Monday when the full previews are posted to post the covers:
ROBIN #168
Written by Peter Milligan
Art by Freddie Williams II
Covers by Andy Kubert
A special issue written by Peter Milligan (X-Men, X-Statix) kicks off the 7-part “Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul,” crossing over with the Batman family of books! Readers discovered in last month’s BATMAN #670 that Ra’s al Ghul has returned from the dead! What does Ra’s resurrection have to do with Batman’s son, Damian? And more important, why does this send Damian toward a head-on collision with Robin at Wayne Manor? Guest starring Talia al Ghul and the Sensei!
Retailers please note: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (featuring a cover by Andy Kubert), retailers may order one Variant Edition (featuring a pencils-only version of the same art by Andy Kubert). See the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale November 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
NIGHTWING #138
Written by Fabian Nicieza
Art by Don Kramer & Wayne Faucher
Cover by Tony S. Daniel & Jonathan Glapion
“The Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul,” Part 2 of 7! Could it be? Nightwing and Robin fighting side by side with Damian? Will the combined might of Batman’s three “sons” be enough to overcome the machinations of the newly reborn Ra’s al Ghul? And what will Nightwing do when Robin is tempted with an offer he can’t refuse? Guest starring Talia al Ghul and the Sensei!
On sale November 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
DETECTIVE COMICS #838
Written by Paul Dini
Art by Ryan Benjamin & Saleem Crawford
Cover by Simone Bianchi
“The Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul,” Part 3 of 7! Batman and I-Ching track down Ra’s and Talia to their hideout while Nightwing pursues Robin! And why is the Invisible Map so important? All this, plus guest appearances by Talia al Ghul and Damian.
On sale November 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN #671
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Tony Daniel & Jonathan Glapion
Cover by Daniel
“The Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul,” Part 4 of 7! It’s the fight of the year: Batman vs. Ra’s al Ghul vs. the Sensei! Will anyone survive? Plus the secrets of Nanda Parbat are revealed.
On sale November 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
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Post by BruceBatman on Aug 18, 2007 23:49:18 GMT -5
Neat.
Thanks All Star! Can't wait to see the covers!
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Post by False Face on Aug 19, 2007 14:07:34 GMT -5
It sounds like it may be intense; I can't wait to check these issues out!
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Post by All Star Batman on Aug 20, 2007 15:57:35 GMT -5
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Post by False Face on Aug 21, 2007 7:07:45 GMT -5
They all look good to me, and I don't recognize anyone on the Nightwing cover except Nightwing.
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Post by snooch2dnooch on Aug 21, 2007 19:29:14 GMT -5
ra's al ghul....didn't they kill that cracka?
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Post by wayneson on Aug 21, 2007 21:59:17 GMT -5
He can't be killed.  |
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Post by False Face on Aug 21, 2007 22:43:54 GMT -5
If they are killed, they seem to always come back someway. I just go, "oh look, he's/she's back!" |
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Post by All Star Batman on Sept 17, 2007 16:37:22 GMT -5
Here we are, the final three parts of the Resurrection of Ra's Al Ghul:  ROBIN #169 Written by Peter Milligan Art by Freddie Williams II Cover by Andy Kubert Part 5 of the 7-part “Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul!” Robin goes off the deep end as the temptations of Ra’s al Ghul prove too strong to resist! Will Nightwing take his big brother role to heart and try to drag Tim off the ledge? Guest-starring Batman, Damian and Talia al Ghul. On sale December 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US  NIGHTWING #139 Written by Fabian Nicieza Art by Don Kramer & Wayne Faucher Cover by Adam Kubert “The Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul,” Part 6 of 7, guest-starring Damian and Talia al Ghul! Is this the Nightwing vs. Robin battle that we’ve all been dreading? Meanwhile, Ra’s moves one step closer to his goal at Nanda Parbat — but will Batman and crew arrive too late? On sale December 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US  DETECTIVE COMICS #839 Written by Paul Dini Art by Don Kramer & Wayne Faucher Cover by Simone Bianchi The startling climax of “The Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul”! A secret surrounding Ra’s’ lineage is revealed! Everything comes to a head at Nanda Parbat as Batman, Robin, Nightwing and Damian face off against the eternal might of Ra’s al Ghul! On sale December 19 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US |
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Post by False Face on Sept 17, 2007 21:47:25 GMT -5
I think the cover of the Nightwing issue looks brutal. I think those two work great together so seeing them go at it seems sad. We'll see how it all unfolds in...oh, just a couple months |
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Post by False Face on Oct 17, 2007 13:28:22 GMT -5
From the advertisement from my comic store today (from same place as the Gotham Underground one I posted here), I found this there:  I'm anxious to check this out. |
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Post by All Star Batman on Oct 17, 2007 15:58:18 GMT -5
I gotta make sure to reserve these next time I head to the comic store.
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Post by False Face on Oct 31, 2007 18:43:41 GMT -5
Batman #670 came out today: the Prelude to the Ressurection of Ra's al Ghul. It starts off interesting enough and I'm glad I just have to wait one week to check out the next issue.
There's only one question I have that I can't find anywhere (at least in my quick searches): who is this Sensei talked about in all the synopsis? He struck me as interesting in this prelude but I still didn't learn anything about him. Has he appeared with Ra's al Ghul or against Batman in the past? Thanks ahead of time, and I hope not too many of you don't have to wait too long to get your hands on the start of the series.
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Post by All Star Batman on Nov 6, 2007 17:27:18 GMT -5
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