Born in darkness, trained to kill, destined to rise. Witness the fiery birth of Azrael, the ruthless heir to Batman s legacy, in a tale steeped in blood, prophecy, and unrelenting vengeance. A deadly new vigilante emerges from the shadows in this origin story that reshaped the Batman mythos. Batman: Sword of Azrael introduces Jean-Paul Valley, a young man trained since birth to become Azrael, the avenging angel of the secretive Order of St. Dumas. When Batman crosses paths with this lethal warrior, their destinies collide in a tale of legacy, vengeance, and redemption. This deluxe hardcover collects the complete 1992 miniseries that launched Azrael into DC canon and set the stage for Knightfall. Collects Batman: Sword of Azrael #1 4, Azrael/Ash #1.

A legendary figure in comics, Dennis O Neil revitalized Batman in the 1970s and co-created iconic characters like Ra s al Ghul and Talia. His work on Green Lantern/Green Arrow and The Question helped bring social relevance to superhero comics. O Neil passed away in 2020, leaving behind a legacy of thoughtful, character-driven storytelling.