In the third chapter of the Immortal Legends Batman saga, the Caped Crusader continues his haunting journey across the strange, sci-fi realm of Elvir. Last time we saw him, Batman was unraveling the mystery of the “Shadows,” eerie reflections of himself that test his resolve and identity. Now, Immortal Legends Batman #3 drops him into a psychological trap designed by none other than this world’s version of the Riddler, a foe whose mind games aren’t just for Batman, but for us too.
Immortal Legends Batman #3 is an excellent mid-series entry that tests both the hero and the audience. We open on Batman tracking a new Shadow across the alien world of Elvir, a world that feels like it’s equal parts cybernetic cityscape and gothic nightmare. The trail leads him to a lonely manor on the edge of nowhere, tended by a single gardener who seems to know more than he lets on. Soon, it becomes clear that the manor isn’t just haunted, it’s wired with deadly puzzles set up by a rogue AI modeled after the Riddler himself.
Each room becomes a new challenge, a puzzle box of traps and clues that push Batman to his mental limits. The twist? The issue itself invites us to play along. Question marks scattered across the pages give readers a chance to solve the riddles side by side with the World’s Greatest Detective. It’s an interactive twist that feels surprisingly immersive, like the comic is daring us to think as fast as Batman. Whether you crack the clues or get stuck halfway (no shame if you do), it’s one of the most engaging storytelling devices the series has tried yet.
The story manages to mix the cerebral tension of a detective mystery with the high-concept sci-fi energy of a Massiveverse epic. Higgins and Mat Groom are clearly having fun pushing Batman into new territory while staying true to his essence. He’s still the same brooding tactician we know, but this time the shadows he’s fighting might literally be pieces of himself.
What really stands out here is the Riddler’s transformation. He starts in his familiar emerald-green suit, cane in hand, a comforting bit of familiarity before morphing into a jet-black Shadow version of himself, wielding a scythe instead of a staff. When Batman answers back by unsheathing a glowing saber (yes, Batman with a sword), it’s pure fan service done right. It’s over-the-top, but in a way that earns its spectacle.
The visuals help seal the deal. Erica D’Urso brings a slick, dynamic energy to every page. When the Riddler’s shadow form takes over the manor, the atmosphere goes from eerie to apocalyptic in an instant. Meanwhile, Dan Mora’s backup story about Robin and Nightwing adds depth and grounding. We see the toll Batman’s crusade is taking on his allies as they search for Roger Elliott, Bruce’s old mentor, who’s hiding more secrets than his age suggests. Add Daniel Bayliss’ emotionally charged flashbacks, separated by Igor Monti’s luminous blue tones, and you have a book that looks as good as it reads.
If there’s any drawback, it’s that the riddles might stump more casual readers, breaking the rhythm a bit. But that’s part of the charm, Immortal Legends Batman isn’t afraid to make you work for the reward.
All said, Immortal Legends Batman #3 feels like the series is finally hitting its stride. It sharpens the mix of interactivity, mystery, and sci-fi flair into something that feels genuinely new for the Dark Knight. Between the haunting setting, the clever puzzles, and the emotional subplots with Robin and Nightwing, there’s a real sense of scale, a feeling that this Elseworld has its own pulse.
‘Immortal Legends Batman’ #3 Batman Takes on a Deadly Game of Riddles
Immortal Legends Batman #3 feels like the series is finally hitting its stride. It sharpens the mix of interactivity, mystery, and sci-fi flair into something that feels genuinely new for the Dark Knight.
