Batman is set to go through a major change following DC’s Convergence event which runs April through May.
The solicit and cover to Batman #41 has been released revealing a much different Batman.
Series writer Scott Snyder is well aware of the controversy the new Batman will be bringing.
“I’m not going to spoil it specifically, but I can tell you unequivocally, it is the boldest, weirdest, biggest thing we’ve ever tried on the book,” Snyder tod CBR. “I’m not being hyperbolic: You’ll see it, and you’ll be like, “I can’t believe they’re doing that.”
Snyder doesn’t offer much more, but does state he and series artist Greg Capullo will be on Batman through at least issue #52.
Update: Snyder added the following on Twitter.
Update #2: The Batgirl #41 solicit and cover mentions the new Batman (see below).
You think the batsuit is crazy, wait till you see the new Robin! pic.twitter.com/a42zgX9skl
— Scott Snyder (@Ssnyder1835) March 10, 2015
Greg and I can’t wait for you guys to see what’s coming in June. Truly. It’s a leap, maybe a leap over sharks, but f— it, we love it, and
— Scott Snyder (@Ssnyder1835) March 10, 2015
We think it’s a punching sharks in the face all day arc. So come punch sharks with us!
— Scott Snyder (@Ssnyder1835) March 10, 2015
Here is the solicit and cover for Batman #41:
BATMAN #41
Written by SCOTT SNYDER Art by GREG CAPULLO and DANNY MIKI
Cover by GREG CAPULLO
THE JOKER Variant cover by SEAN MURPHY
On sale JUNE 10 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • RATED T
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for more information.
The all-new Batman makes his debut! Who is he, and what happens next? Find out here as a new era begins in Gotham City!
BATGIRL #41
Written by CAMERON STEWART and BRENDEN FLETCHER
Art by BABS TARR
Cover by CAMERON STEWART
THE JOKER Variant cover by RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE
On sale JUNE 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for more information.
There’s a new Batman in town…and that spells bad news for Barbara Gordon! She’s already got enough upheaval in her life, with her roommate Frankie in on her biggest secret…and now she’s looking to get even more involved in Batgirl’s business!