Matatoa' part 2! Batman battles for his life with the eternal shaman whose destiny includes killing the Dark Knight and taking on his nocturnal crimefighting duties! It would secure Batman a safe, crime-free Gotham City for all eternity—but at what cost does it all truly come?

Samsara's origin is revealed as Batman struggles to solve the mystery of his increasingly dangerous pursuer. The Dark Knight must confront his own limitations as well as the youthful vengeance fantasies that have shaped the course of his life! 'Samsara' Part 2.

A horrifying crime attracts Batman's attention and forces him to revisit the ghosts of his past as Oracle, Nightwing, and Robin attempt to help him solve the mystery! Batman engages in a psychological war with a stronger, smarter-than-ever Hugo Strange, but the aftermath of this battle will be a nightmare from which Batman and his associates may never recover. Collects Batman: Gotham Knights #1-12.

The eclectic early millennium stories of Batman, Nightwing, and the extended Bat-family continue as Dick Grayson returns to his acrobat roots to take on the criminal sister duo, Double Dare! Then, Batman calls Aquaman for a favor, Scarecrow unleashes his fear toxin in Arkham, and Superman pays a visit to Gotham City! Collects the lead stories from Batman: Gotham Knights #14-24 and #29.

When Bruce Wayne was accused of murder, Spoiler's training with Batman suddenly ceased. Now, Spoiler wants answers, and she's willing to confront Batman to get them. Plus, a Batman Black & White backup, 'Fear is the Key,' written by Mike Carey (LUCIFER, HELLBLAZER)!

Continuing the side-story of the Mortician from the previous issue, Batman must devise a way to stop the Mortician from raising more homicidal zombies, while battling the army he's already brought back to life!

The deadly twins known as Double Dare have stolen some jewels from the Penguin, and just about everyone is looking to retrieve the property—along with the heads of the thieves on a platter! Plus, a Batman black-and-white short starring Harley Quinn, by character creator Paul Dini!