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A Death in the Family (Batman)

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Description

A Death in the Family is a 1988 Batman storyline by Jim Starlin and Jim Aparo, running through Batman #426-429. Jason Todd searches for his biological mother while the Joker escapes Arkham Asylum. DC Comics held a telephone poll allowing readers to vote on Jason Todd's fate.

Story Arc Details

Status
Ended
Type
Main Story
Universe
Prime Earth (Earth-0)
Start Issue
A Death In the Family Chapter 3 and 4
Issues
13

About Prime Earth (Earth-0)

The main DC Comics universe following the Flashpoint event and New 52 relaunch in 2011. Prime Earth (Earth-0) serves as home to the primary versions of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the Justice League. The continuity has evolved through DC Rebirth (2016) and subsequent publishing eras while maintaining its core designation.