The Riddler: Year One Comic (2022)

Renowned actor and accomplished writer Paul Dano delves deep into the psyche of the Riddler, unraveling his intricate motivations. Building upon Matt Reeves's blockbuster film, The Batman, the Riddler transcends being a mere eccentric with a penchant for enigmatic language and perplexing puzzles. He emerges as a villain as menacing and terrifying as any that have crossed paths with the Dark Knight. Witness the transformation of Edward Nashton into the notorious Riddler, an evolution that holds a mirror to his sinister nature.

Delve into the origins of an enigmatic forensic accountant who unveils the hidden shadows of Gotham's underworld, coming dangerously close to orchestrating the city's downfall. This gripping six-issue miniseries serves as a direct prelude to The Batman, offering an in-depth, chilling, and occasionally shocking exploration of a man driven to the brink. Collaborating with Dano, artist Stevan Subic, in his American comics debut, contributes to the creation of a dark and gritty narrative centered around a forgotten individual who refuses to remain unnoticed any longer.

Subic's previous work on Conan the Cimmerian for French publisher Glénat has garnered acclaim across Europe, poised to make a global impact with a Batman series that defies conventions. Published by DC Comics in 2022, The Riddler: Year One presents a unique portrayal of a character whose complexities and obsessions bring an unparalleled dimension to the Batman universe.