Our review
Batman #232 is one of the picks we point people to most often in the DC space. It sits in our key issues shortlist because it does the obvious thing well: first ra's al ghul and one of the greatest batman covers ever drawn.
Across 19 reviews it holds a 4.8 average, and the complaints that do show up are consistent and minor rather than deal-breaking. We compared it against the other comics in this price bracket and it stayed on the list every time.
At from $520 it lands in our premium collector tier — a considered purchase, and one we'd only recommend if you want a true centerpiece.
Pros
- Complete story in one volume
- Reprint quality is excellent
- Ages well on a shelf
Cons
- Paper stock is thinner than a premium omnibus
- Goes out of print in waves
Who should buy it
Serious collectors building a display shelf they'll keep for years.
Price check
Typically from $520 — we've seen it dip roughly 15-20% during major sale events, and rise when stock gets thin.
