Batgirl Secret Files And Origins 2002 1

Gotham's most dangerous defender stars in her first SECRET FILES special! An encounter with an unexpected criminal leads Cassandra to revisit her origins (written by original BATGIRL cowriter Scott Peterson, with art by Phil Noto and Robert Campanella). Plus, Cassandra learns how she would have fared in combat against Barbara Gordon during the current Oracle's time as Batgirl (written by Peterson with art by Giuseppe Camuncoli and Cameron Stewart). And the DEO investigates the aftermath of Batgirl's battle with Lady Shiva (written by Dan Curtis Johnson and J.H. Williams III with art by Greg Scott and Mick Gray). Rounding out the issue are profiles of some of Batgirl's newest enemies and allies, with a special portrait of young Barbara Gordon as Batgirl, courtesy of the upcoming BATGIRL: YEAR ONE art team of Marcos Martin and Alvaro Lopez!

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The secrets of the Emerald Archer are revealed in a bullseye-piercing, double-sized one-shot! In the lead story, discover the history of Oliver Queen--both before and after his death. Plus, Ollie discovers that the government is keeping tabs on superheroes in the form of the D.E.O. Rounding out this special are a look at Ollie's astounding arsenal and profile pages showcasing Green Arrow, his allies and his enemies, illustrated by fan-favorite Green Arrow artists!

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Gordon, and the ultimate martial arts master. Her near-superhuman fighting abilities are so much a part of her identity that when they failed her, she was willing to make an unthinkable bargain to get them back. Impressed by their first encounter, the unbeatable assassin Lady Shiva agreed to help restore Cassandra's incredible skills. In return, exactly one year later, Lady Shiva would return to challenge Cassandra to a rematch. Only this time, it's to the death. Batgirl must confront her darkest demons in these classic adventures from writer Kelley Puckett (BATMAN ADVENTURES) and artists Damion Scott (ROBIN) and Robert Campanella (GREEN ARROW)! BATGIRL VOL. 2: TO THE DEATH collects BATGIRL #13-25.

Cassandra Cain returns to GothamÕs streets as Batgirl. Raised to be a perfect fighting machine, Cassandra has vowed to use her unrivaled combat skills to protect the citizens of Gotham. After defeating the feared assassin Lady Shiva in a harrowing battle, Cassandra must prove that sheÕs more than just an incredible fighter as she trains with Batman to become a detective. BatgirlÕs detective skills are soon put to the test when she must help an amnestic secret agent recover his memory in time to stop a mysterious catastrophic event threatening Gotham City! Time is quickly running out and Cassandra must fight harder than ever before, using both her wit and strength to solve the mystery. Can Batgirl save Gotham before itÕs too late? Kelley Puckett (BATMAN ADVENTURES) and artists Damion Scott (ROBIN) and Robert Campanella (GREEN ARROW) bring you these classic Batgirl crime-fighting adventures. BATGIRL VOL. 3: POINT BLANK collects BATGIRL #26-37 and a story from BATGIRL SECRET CASE FILES & ORIGINS #1.

Selina Kyle, a.k.a. Catwoman, has a change of luck when she crosses Black Mask. Suddenly, her loved ones begin to meet terrible fates and Selina is forced to go on the defensive.

“THE MANY LIVES OF SELINA KYLE.” The many lives of DC’s Feline Fatale, as told by Gotham’s criminal underground! Also featuring “THE McSWEENEY CASE” starring Slam Bradley, and profile pages spotlighting Catwoman and her supporting cast!