Batman Beyond
Creation & Design
Batman Beyond was created as a futuristic continuation of the Batman legacy, designed to appeal to a new generation of fans while maintaining the core themes of the Batman mythos.Early Years
Terry McGinnis, a teenager in a dystopian future, discovers the Batsuit and takes on the mantle of Batman under the mentorship of Bruce Wayne.Character Development
Throughout his journey, Terry evolves from a rebellious teenager into a responsible hero, learning the importance of legacy and the weight of the Batman mantle.Cultural Reception
Batman Beyond received critical acclaim for its unique take on the Batman mythos, appealing to both younger audiences and long-time fans.Character Details
Real Name:
Terry McGinnis
Aliases:
Batman, Terry
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Gotham Knights
Abilities:
Martial Arts, Gadgets, Flight
Equipment:
Batsuit, Utility Belt, Batmobile
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black
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Batman Beyond #1
DC
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1999
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Terry McGinnis in a comic book
It is important to be aware of the differences between several editions of this book that exist
Direct Edition - as seen in the image with DIRECT EDITION printed in the UPC box
Newsstand Edition - UPC box in the lower-left corner, dated March 1999 with an original retail price of $1.99
Promotional Edition - 'FREE Special Origin Issue' printed below the DC logo with a white rectangle in the lower-left corner intended for stores to stamp their logo. Dated June 1999 with a Jell-O advertisement on the back cover
Six Flags Promotional Edition - displays a Six Flags amusement park logo printed in the white rectangle. Dated October 1999 with a PlayStation advertisement on the back cover
Third Printing Promotional Edition - dated July 2000 with a Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker DVD advertisement on the back cover
Key Facts
1st appearance of Terry McGinnis in a comic book
It is important to be aware of the differences between several editions of this book that exist
Direct Edition - as seen in the image with DIRECT EDITION printed in the UPC box
Newsstand Edition - UPC box in the lower-left corner, dated March 1999 with an original retail price of $1.99
Promotional Edition - 'FREE Special Origin Issue' printed below the DC logo with a white rectangle in the lower-left corner intended for stores to stamp their logo. Dated June 1999 with a Jell-O advertisement on the back cover
Six Flags Promotional Edition - displays a Six Flags amusement park logo printed in the white rectangle. Dated October 1999 with a PlayStation advertisement on the back cover
Third Printing Promotional Edition - dated July 2000 with a Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker DVD advertisement on the back cover
Key Facts
Reprint of Batman Beyond #1 (March 1999)
'FREE Special Origin Issue' printed below the DC logo with a white rectangle in the lower-left corner intended for stores to stamp their logo
Dated June 1999 with a Jell-O advertisement on the back cover
Key Facts
Reprint of Batman Beyond #1 (March 1999)
'FREE Special Origin Issue' printed below the DC logo with a white rectangle in the lower-left corner intended for stores to stamp their logo
Dated June 1999 with a Jell-O advertisement on the back cover
Batman Beyond #2
DC
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1999
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Terry McGinnis as Batman (Beyond) in-costume, in-story
1st cameo appearance of Blight, a living nuclear disaster emitting radiation as a green, glowing skeleton
Key Facts
1st appearance of Terry McGinnis as Batman (Beyond) in-costume, in-story
1st cameo appearance of Blight, a living nuclear disaster emitting radiation as a green, glowing skeleton
Batman Beyond #6
DC
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1999
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Inque
Final issue of the first limited series
23,000 copies ordered by retailers
Key Facts
1st appearance of Inque
Final issue of the first limited series
23,000 copies ordered by retailers
Batman Beyond #1
DC
•
1999
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Premiere issue of the first ongoing Batman Beyond series
Batman of the Future #1
Dino Verlag
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2000
•
Vol. 1
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German reprint of Batman Beyond #1 (1999)
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Variant cover published in Germany
Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker
DC
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2001
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
Adaptation of the 2000 Batman Beyond animated film
Superman / Batman #22
DC
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2005
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Batman Beyond outside of the DC Animated Universe of comic books
There exists an unresolved dispute as to the identity of Batman Beyond in this issue and his next few brief appearances outside of the DCAU
In Superman/Batman #23, an alternate reality Bruce Wayne refers to Batman Beyond as Tim which could have easily been disregarded as an error if not for a toy line based on this series that included Batman Beyond with an explanation on the package that identified the figure as Tim Drake
In a transcript of the 2007 Wondercon panel (Newsarama - 3/7/2007), Dan DiDio was asked if readers will see Terry McGinnis resurface in other DC stories as he did in Superman/Batman #22 and #23. Instead of Dan DiDio correcting the question with the name Tim Drake, he affirmed the possibility of many multiverse variations of the character appearing in stories
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Batman Beyond outside of the DC Animated Universe of comic books
There exists an unresolved dispute as to the identity of Batman Beyond in this issue and his next few brief appearances outside of the DCAU
In Superman/Batman #23, an alternate reality Bruce Wayne refers to Batman Beyond as Tim which could have easily been disregarded as an error if not for a toy line based on this series that included Batman Beyond with an explanation on the package that identified the figure as Tim Drake
In a transcript of the 2007 Wondercon panel (Newsarama - 3/7/2007), Dan DiDio was asked if readers will see Terry McGinnis resurface in other DC stories as he did in Superman/Batman #22 and #23. Instead of Dan DiDio correcting the question with the name Tim Drake, he affirmed the possibility of many multiverse variations of the character appearing in stories
Superman / Batman #23
DC
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2005
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st full appearance of Batman Beyond, Tim Drake
Superman / Batman Annual #4
DC
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2010
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st official appearance of Batman Beyond, Terry McGinnis outside of a DC Animated comic book
The opening credits of the book read: a visit to the world of Batman Beyond
An alternate reality version of Batman Beyond is introduced in Superman/Batman #22 and referred to as Tim in issue #23
There is debate as to whether or not the use of the name Tim was in error but a DC Direct line of action figures based on Ed McGuinness’s designs from this series reinforce that this Batman Beyond is in fact, Tim Drake, as printed on the toy packaging
Key Facts
1st official appearance of Batman Beyond, Terry McGinnis outside of a DC Animated comic book
The opening credits of the book read: a visit to the world of Batman Beyond
An alternate reality version of Batman Beyond is introduced in Superman/Batman #22 and referred to as Tim in issue #23
There is debate as to whether or not the use of the name Tim was in error but a DC Direct line of action figures based on Ed McGuinness’s designs from this series reinforce that this Batman Beyond is in fact, Tim Drake, as printed on the toy packaging
Batman #700
DC
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2010
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
Three Batmen are featured: Bruce Wayne, Dick Grayson, Damian Wayne
Multiple other versions of Batman appear including Terry McGinnis, Batman Beyond with Damian Wayne as an aged Batman as his mentor
Key Facts
Three Batmen are featured: Bruce Wayne, Dick Grayson, Damian Wayne
Multiple other versions of Batman appear including Terry McGinnis, Batman Beyond with Damian Wayne as an aged Batman as his mentor
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Variant cover art by J.H. Williams
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Second printing, red title text
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Variant cover art by Darwyn Cooke
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Variant cover art by Rafael Albuquerque
New 52: Futures End #46
DC
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2015
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Vol. 1
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Death of Batman Beyond, Terry McGinnis
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San Diego Comic Con 2015 exclusive, black and white background
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San Diego Comic Con 2015 exclusive, black and white background
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Variant cover art by Dave Johnson
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Variant cover art by Francis Manapul
DC's Very Merry Multiverse #1
DC
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2020
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Kid Quick, the Flash from Future State
1st appearance of Batwoman Beyond, daughter of Terry McGinnis
1st appearance of Klarienne the Witch Girl
Key Facts
1st appearance of Kid Quick, the Flash from Future State
1st appearance of Batwoman Beyond, daughter of Terry McGinnis
1st appearance of Klarienne the Witch Girl
Batman: Urban Legends #7
DC
•
2021
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
Batman Beyond: Neo-Year #1
DC
•
2022
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Holographic Man, Donovan Lumos
Origin of Batman Beyond, Terry McGinnis
1st appearance of Beam Boonma, a top cop in the GCPD
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1st appearance of Holographic Man, Donovan Lumos
Origin of Batman Beyond, Terry McGinnis
1st appearance of Beam Boonma, a top cop in the GCPD
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Variant cover art by Simone DiMeo
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Variant cover art by Jim Cheung
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