
Batman Vol. 4: Zero Year- Secret City
by Scott Snyder
Batman Vol. 4: Zero Year- Secret City redefines the Dark Knight’s origin in the acclaimed ZERO YEAR saga, written by Scott Snyder with art by Greg Capullo. Before the era of capes and crusades, Bruce Wayne becomes a faceless vigilante amid Gotham’s darkest streets, and readers are invited to witness his first encounters with Riddler, Red Hood, and a city gripped by crime. This paperback is ideal for fans of Batman and modern superhero storytelling who want a darker, cinematic, character-driven adventure on the page. Structured as a tightly wound arc, this volume blends gritty crime noir with pulse-pounding action. Snyder’s storytelling pairs with Capullo’s bold visuals to pull you into Gotham’s neon-lit shadows, where each disguise, clue, and twist builds toward Bruce’s emergence as the Dark Knight. The experience is enhanced by cinematic pacing, dynamic panels, and a mood that feels intimate despite the epic stakes. Reimagined origin of Batman in the ZERO YEAR era, tracing Bruce Wayne’s early vigilante days First encounters with Riddler, Red Hood, and other iconic foes Gotham brought to life with bold, neon-noir visuals Cinematic storytelling that blends mystery, action, and character growth Collects the early ZERO YEAR chapters in a single paperback volume Batman Vol. 4: Zero Year- Secret City offers readers a deeper look at Bruce Wayne’s evolution into the hero Gotham needs. The darkest corners, the sharp wit, and the jaw‑dropping artwork stay with you long after you turn the final page, leaving you eager to follow Bruce’s journey as the Batman and to explore the continuing Zero Year saga.
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