Batman / Catwoman: The Gotham War - Prelude #1 (DC Comics 2023)

This special edition comic book introduces the escalating rift between Bruce Wayne and Selina Kyle, chronicling the fallout from a conflict more than a year in the making. As Batman and Catwoman align with opposing factions, the Bat-Family faces internal fractures that permanently alter Gotham’s strategic landscape.

Included Storylines & Exclusive Previews

Authored by Chip Zdarsky and Tini Howard with interior art by Mike Hawthorne, the issue centers on a 10-page original prelude story that maps the current ideological divide between the two vigilantes. Readers gain direct access to preview pages from Batman/Catwoman: The Gotham War: Battle Lines #1, establishing the tactical maneuvers and personal stakes that drive the wider crossover event without spoiling its full resolution.

Creative Team & Publication Context

Jorge Jimenez paints the exterior cover, rendering the dual protagonists through his distinct, high-contrast visual approach. Issued as a dedicated Batman Day 2023 release, this volume functions as a self-contained narrative anchor, providing essential background for collectors tracking the modern Bat-family continuity and serving as a targeted gateway series ahead of the primary Gotham War arcs.