Batman The Dark Knight #22 DC Comics 2013 new 52 DC Universe HBO Max

Rarer than the Limited 1:25 Variant cover by Alex Maleev

Ghost book

Impossible to find

Newsstand Edition noted by no direct sales in UPC Barcode box and 2.99 canadian price variant

Only 1% of Print Run is Newsstand Edition

1:100 ratio variant compared to direct editions

Estimated Print Run: 47,096

Estimated Print Run for Newsstand Editions: 471 copies exist

Extremely rare and extremely low print

Cover art by Alex Maleev featuring Batman

Batman Cover appearance

appearance of Clayface, Basil Karlo

Cover by Alex Maleev (W) Gregg Hurwitz (A) Alex Maleev Picking up from recent issues of BATMAN, the origin of Clayface is revealed-and a new mystery is introduced! Cover price $2.99.

[Welsh actor Tom Rhys Harries has been cast for the main role of Clayface, which will debut in theaters September 2026 - no word yet on which version of the character]

[October 2024 - Alan Tudyk will voice Clayface in Creature Commandos / November 2024 - a Clayface movie is rumored to be in development with writer Matt Flanagan (The Haunting of Hill House) - there are multiple characters who took on the name Clayface]

[September 2025 - Dynamic Duo is being rewritten by Scott Neustadter & Michael H. Weber (500 Days of Summer) - SYNOPSIS: Dick and Jason will both be Robins, training to defend Gotham side-by-side alongside Batman. Will likely not be DCU canon]

Creation & Design

Clayface was created as a villain for Batman, initially appearing as a monster made of clay. Over the years, his character has evolved, with different incarnations and backstories.

Early Years

Clayface first appeared as a criminal who could transform his body into clay, allowing him to change his appearance and escape capture. His character was initially portrayed as a more straightforward monster.

Character Development

Over the years, Clayface has transitioned from a simple monster to a complex character with deep emotional struggles, often exploring themes of identity, transformation, and redemption.

Cultural Reception

Clayface has been well-received as a villain in the Batman mythos, often praised for his tragic backstory and unique abilities.

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