After starring in the Batgirl series alongside Stephanie Brown (aka Spoiler), DC Comics has announced that fan-favorite character Cassandra Cain will take center stage in her first solo project batgirl Series from the past two decades, provided by the author Tate Brombar (green lantern dark, slaughterhouse) and artists Takeshi Miyazawa (ms marvel, Mecha trainee at).
Here’s how the publisher describes the series:
When a deadly group of assassins emerge to assassinate Cassandra Cain, Lady Shiva must come to her rescue, forcing them to put their complicated pasts behind them and work together as mother and daughter to ensure they make it out alive. Unfortunately, things are never as easy as they seem, and Batgirl must embark on a jaw-dropping, martial arts-filled adventure in search of truth and justice…and revenge? This is a Batgirl like no other, so don’t miss your chance to get inside the mind of one of Gotham City’s deadliest warriors while exploring the deep and complex relationship she had with her mother.
Writer Tate Brombal expressed great enthusiasm for the project:
“Cassandra Cain has long been my favorite Bat-Family character, so I’m extremely honored to be able to tell her story on her 25th anniversary,” “Get ready for family drama, long buried. The secret is about to be revealed. Batgirl is back in her own right, and the world has no idea what hit it.
Artist Takeshi Miyazawa added:
“I’m so excited to explore Cassandra Cain’s story with Tate,” “She’s such a fun part of the Bat-family and I can’t wait to see all the twists and turns. I’m also honored to be able to illustrate such a wonderful book As my first DC project!”
batgirl The main cover for #1 is David Taraskivariants cover Jeff Decal, Liu Stanley (cardstock and foil versions), and Skylar Partridge.
batgirl #1 will be available in comic shops and digital retailers on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
