239 – Batgirl: Batgirl Rising

Batgirl: Batgirl Rising

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We finish up our Batgirl series with “Batgirl: Batgirl Rising” by Bryan Q. Miller. Stephanie Brown takes on the mantle of Batgirl after Cassandra Cain retires the mantle. Steph’s already got vigilante experience as Spoiler and Robin, but now shes got to get along with a Dick Grayson Batman in an Oracle world. We talk about the different Batgirls the ways in which they interact with the world, and the color and fun Stephanie brings to the role. Plus, we talk for a bit about the new Star Wars Young Adult Novels. This week’s Fight Night topic: Worst Superhero Roommate. For past episode, hit up www.WelcometoComics.com. Support the show by becoming a patron at www.Patreon.com/welcometocomics. Next week: “Alex + Ada” by Jonathan Luna and Sarah Vaughn.

238 – Batgirl: Silent Running

Batgirl: Silent Running

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The forgotten Batgirl, Cassandra Cain, is the topic of our next Batgirl episode as we read “Batgirl: Silent Running” by Kelley Puckett. In the wake of Gotham’s chaotic “No Man’s Land” event, a new Batgirl has arisen. Cassandra Cain can’t talk, but she can kick some butt. We talk about the character design, the weird lapses in intelligence from support characters, and the very 90’s art style. Plus, David’s building some Star Wars Mandalorian armor! This week’s Fight Night: “Best Superhero Hangout.” For past episodes, go to www.WelcometoComics.com. To support the show, visit www.Patreon.com/WelcometoComcis. Next week: “Batgirl: Batgirl Rising” by Bryan Q. Miller.

237 – Batgirl: Year One

Batgirl: Year One

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We’re reading the best of each Batgirl and start off with Barbara Gordon in “Batgirl: Year One” by Scott Beatty and Chuck Dixon. This awesome comic depicts Babs’ first foray into vigilantism against the laughable Killer Moth. It’s all fun and games and until Moth gets a new, pyro sidekick. We talk about this comic’s fantastic art, the great parallel development between Barbara & Moth, and the wonderful Oracle gems dropped throughout. Plus, David gushes about the Metro 2033 video game. This week’s Fight Night: Best superhero addition to the bat family. Listen to past shows at www.WelcometoComics.com. Support the show today at www.patreon.com/WelcometoComics. Next week: “Batgirl: Silent Running” by Kelley Puckett.