I like these early type of stories. Even though we're digging in to the origin of the Joker, we see other things such as Batman's conversation with Dr. Crane. He's talking to him because he's been studying his books to try to learn more about the criminal psyche. This, I think, is really the first time that Batman has thought about someone being something other than good or bad. Now he has to also think that there are some beings who are just plain evil. Which really opens up a whole 'nother spectrum for him. We also see Dr. Crane's plans for the revamping of Arkham Mental Hospital. He wants to " . . turn it into a secure facility. To house this new breed of villain." But with this new villain terrorizing the city, it's actually helping his efforts because now people are willing to come up with the funding he needs. We're also seeing this man who will be Joker, go from a common street thug, to someone who relishes the attention and drama. The theatrical part of the crime is almost as important to him as the score. It makes him feel alive. And at the end of this issue, Batman makes a deal with the devil, Maletesta. "The one we discussed. "Jack". I found him for you. Do what you will." He's about to step over a line he won't be able to cross back from. A fantastic story by Michael Green. With superb art by Denys Cowan. This one will be a TPB within a year, I bet.
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