As a huge movie and comic book fan, I’ve always thought Batman and the Joker were the ultimate hero-villain duo. Batman struck me as someone who used fear to bring control to Gotham, while the Joker just seemed to thrive on causing chaos with his crazy persona. A lot of people see the Joker as a force of change, and honestly, I get that. But I was really surprised by some recent changes they’ve made to the Joker in the comics – it’s a pretty big shake-up to what we’ve known for so long.
Batman #7, written by Matt Fraction and illustrated by Jorge Jiménez, kicks off DC’s Next Level initiative – a push to revitalize existing comics and launch new ones. For Batman, this new direction means a significant transformation for The Joker.
This story centers on a tense meeting between Batman and the Joker. The Joker is currently unable to move due to recent injuries and is being held at a specialized facility overseen by Dr. Annika Zeller, a psychiatrist who is skeptical of Batman’s methods. Despite her reservations, Dr. Zeller allows the meeting, believing it could potentially help her patient’s recovery.
What is different about Joker?
To Batman’s astonishment, Dr. Zeller’s treatment seems to have worked. The Joker is now remarkably clear-headed. He actually feels sorry for his past crimes and explains he used to be unable to distinguish between what was real and what was in his imagination. However, he doesn’t try to justify his actions.
Batman was understandably suspicious when his arch-nemesis, the Joker, suddenly seemed regretful. The Joker didn’t take offense to this skepticism, but still managed to send a message asking for a meeting with Batman. He had two reasons: to warn Batman about a plan to kill Bruce Wayne, and to offer him friendship, admitting he was lonely and suspecting Batman might feel the same way.
It’s no surprise that Batman doesn’t trust the Joker’s offer. However, their relationship has clearly shifted. While the Joker remains a threat, he’s now positioned himself as a manipulative advisor – a bit like Hannibal Lecter to Batman’s Clarice Starling. This new dynamic is intriguing, though probably won’t last long considering the Joker’s unpredictable personality.
Batman #7 is now available at comic shops everywhere.
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2026-03-05 23:56