Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #32
“Blades, Part One” · Direct edition
Late Jun 1992 cover date
Opening of the complete #32–34 Blades arc. Introduces Hudson Pyle, a new incarnation of the Cavalier.
Read the catalogue note →- Issue
- #32
- Publisher
- DC Comics
- State
- Raw
- Condition
- Provisional VF+ 8.5. Strong dark-cover presentation with light spine/edge wear only. Reverse/interior not inspected.
- Completeness
- Complete story arc in the collection: #32, #33 and #34 are all present. No detachable premium identified; interiors not inspected.
- Rarity
- Common
Catalogue note
Opening of the complete #32–34 Blades arc. Introduces Hudson Pyle, a new incarnation of the Cavalier. Historically important as very early / first Batman work by Tim Sale.
Writer: James Robinson
Cover: Tim Sale
Edition: US direct edition.
Legacy record ID: bat-lotdk-32
Why this object matters
The opening Blades issue is outstanding early Tim Sale Batman material and introduces Hudson Pyle within the complete held arc. The original artwork and creator-development significance justify 8.8, but the current evidence supports removing Gold rather than equating this episode with Year One’s wider landmark status.
Evidence limits: Complete story arc in the collection: #32, #33 and #34 are all present. No detachable premium identified; interiors not inspected.
Score and assessment method
Archive Importance: 8.8 / 10.
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Recorded contributions · 2
- James RobinsonWritingCatalogue credit
Writing credit: James Robinson Original catalogue credit
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Cover artwork credit: Tim Sale Original catalogue credit
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