And that becomes the core of this series. I have to admit that Dick’s selection may be the death of him – or of someone at least. But there are a lot of interesting character arcs that can be played out within that framework now. Dick moves the Batcave and begins a new relationship with Alfred, as well as stepping into the parent role in a big way himself. I’m really enjoying the sharp dialogue and interaction between our two bickering heroes, and the whole Batman/Robin schtick just feels different.
Grant Morrison is handling the writing and the stories and characters are great. I’m hanging on the edge of my seat with the turn of every page, waiting to see what happens next. And the time between issues is going to seem interminable.
Frank Quitely’s art is fabulous and it really suits the heroes and the tale. I especially enjoyed the slight new changes in the costumes, especially Batman’s utility belt. And the flying car is the bomb!
This issue opens up with a chase and lots of explosions. Morrison channeling Michael Bay, perhaps? Then it sidesteps wackiness with the Toad villain and the flying Batmobile zooming in on its prey. The two-page splashes of the chase are awesome!
Morrison puts a lot of balls in the air with this first issue, and even Batman and Robin’s meeting with Commissioner Gordon is literally left hanging. I don’t know how long Bruce Wayne is going to be out of the Batsuit, but things definitely aren’t going to be dull.
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