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A few pages later this same recently introduced character jumps out of the comic, never to be mentioned again. At one point Batman flat out socks an innocent child in the face, seemingly at terminal velocity. The final battle lends itself to some gorgeous panels but it’s highly confused at times and too unevenly matched to live up to its own hype. Despite Bullock’s claims that “The answer was right under nose” there’s a lack of clarity in the reveal that leaves you feeling one step behind all throughout. The issue is very rushed, partly to accommodate some of the more striking visuals. Unfortunately, that plot structure really only works if the mystery has already been revealed. Written by a pair of artists, the book’s layouts build with the tension, leading to a pair of dramatic arrangements that really convey the showdown nature of the issue. It makes you want more, makes this issue feel big and meaningful. That sense of momentum is a great asset for the book. Nonetheless, from the moment this issue opens there’s a sense that you’re racing towards the finale. Well, perhaps more accurately, Tec #33 ended with one. The Review: Detective Comics #34 starts with a bang. The Story: Ever wanted to see Batman punch a flying motorcycle? By: Francis Manapul and Brian Buccellato (storytellers)
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