With Batman’s faithful butler Alfred meeting a brutal end at the hands of Bane in Batman #77 this past August, DC Comics has announced that creators James Tynion IV (Detective Comics), Peter J. Tomasi (Batman and Robin), Eddy Barrows (Freedom Fighters), Eber Ferreira (Blackest Night) and more are coming together to celebrate the life of the iconic character in the 48-page prestige format one-shot Batman: Pennyworth R.I.P..
Alfred Pennyworth served the Wayne family for decades—even through the terrible loss of the Dark Knight’s parents. His shocking death at the hands of Bane is the only event that could possibly compare to that fateful night in Crime Alley, and it leaves Bruce at a similar crossroads. If Alfred was the glue that held the Bat-Family together, how will Batman deal with that all falling apart? And if the Caped Crusader is to be truly alone, he might either hang that cape up once and for all…or double down and carry on with this vengeful quest forever.
Batman: Pennyworth R.I.P. is set for release on February 12th 2020.
