Batman Beyond: Industrial Revolution (Batman Beyond (2011))

So, I read this a little bit out of order (I read 10,000 Clowns first; oops), but it was still a great book. I'm a little disappointed that there's no resolution to the Grayson plotline and none for the foreseeable future, but I was overjoyed with the Blight story. I was always disappointed that the TV show left it so open-ended but then never had Blight come back for revenge; talk about a waste of a great villain! But here he comes with a sense of entitlement worthy of a toddler or a 1%er and the radioactive powers to make that mentality more dangerous than it otherwise would be. I also liked the little origin short for Inque; we never do get an origin for her in the show and it's good to see it expanded upon here.

Like all Beyond Novels, Industrial revolution takes place in the animated universe as opposed to the New 52. This has its pros and cons. For one There is perfect continuity with all past Batman Beyond stories. On the other hand it cannot participate in New 52 events such as Night of the owls. How cool would it have been to see one of the assassins of the court trying to take revenge on Bruce Wayne in the future? The art style has improved over the previous graphic novel Hush Beyond. However the plot is forgettable. There is an exciting moment where with the exception of Superman Batman beats the crap out of everyone in the Justice League following the #1 rule of the DC universe. "Batman always wins." However this fight is utterly pointless. Bruce just has Terry wail on them for a territorial dispute during a serious hostage situation. Still I greatly enjoyed it.

Great to see the BB universe continue. Volume has a couple small subplots rather than one long story arc- I enjoyed the ride and could hear the old WB tv show theme in my head. I suppose I should break out those DVDs.

Very good read. Always did enjoy the animated series run and this continuation in the comics does not disappoint. I especially enjoy the Justice League of the future just wish Superman could have popped up this time.

Always been a fan of batman beyond the animated series . And these comics are a great addition to that story line. You can't go wrong batman beyond fans, this comic book collection is for you. The stories are really good and keeps me wanting more.

it was a good comic I personally loved terry in the animated series. Good read

It's...okay? The writer doesn't seem to understand batman very well and there are quite a few continuity errors. It was interesting and some things made sense but not incredible.

Thank you so much

Great comic , so I’m told by grandson

I'm really happy that there's enough of a Batman Beyond fan base for them to keep making these books. This book in particular feels just like a new season of the Animated Series. Definitely worth picking up if you like Batman Beyond!