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One of the standout contributions to modernNightwingcomics was Tom Taylor and Bruno Redondo ’s first appearance of Dick Grayson ’s three - legged puppy , Haley – named after the circus where Dick and his late parent once perform . Much like Dick , Haley has her own secret indistinguishability as BITEWING , and now Nightwing and Bitewing are taking to the streets in adorable masking art !
Nightwing#115 , the 2nd instalment of Tom Taylor and Bruno Redondo ’s five - partFallen Graysonstory electric arc , is scheduled for exit on June 18 , 2024 , and will forever change the original Boy Wonder . Taylor and Redondo have hinted that this plot line will likely tower at a few heartstrings as Dick ’s journey takes a dark turn .
NIGHTWING # 115 ( 2024 )
Release Date :
June 18 , 2024
writer :
Tom Taylor
creative person :
Bruno Redondo
Cover Artist :
Variant Covers :
Dan Mora , Marco Santucci , Bruka Jones , and Vasco Georgiev
When things go up in flames , Dick must put his feelings aside and help Shelton , a.k.a . Heartless , find his butler . After all , a superhero ’s problem is to save everyone , even the very bad . But every noble sacrifice comes with a price , and Nightwing finds himself in a situation only someone as cunning as Heartless could ’ve concocted .
However , amidst the darkness , devotee can find a gleaming of light inMarco Santucci ’s heart - melting variant cover version , showcasingNightwing and Bitewingpatrolling together , offering a bit of warmth and companionship in the midst of the impendent dark .
Nightwing and Bitewing Go on Patrol Together in Marco Santucci Art
Santucci ’s variant cover stands out for its noteworthy dynamism and expressiveness . The art depict Dick mid - flight of steps , executing a backflip several chronicle high-pitched , with a dawning - colored sky illuminating the backdrop . However , it is Haley who truly steals the spotlight , her clapper founder out of her mouth as she flips through the breeze alongside Dick , tethered to him by a baby harness . The sight ofDick wear down a baby harness containing Haleyis arguably one of the most adorable moments in DC comics and is especially appreciated given the at hand dark narrative that Dick will soon be give way through .
Thanks to an consultation with Taylor and Redondo , rooter are aware that despite Dick soaring richly of late , he will soon know a " fall"in theFallen Graysonstoryline as he grapples with the culmination of Heartless ’s sabotage . Amidst this loom dark cloud , the variant cover charge featuring Haley raises a crucial doubt : Where will Haley be during this grim discharge , and will she play a role in it?If she does indeed factor into the forthcoming upshot , devotee can only hope that DC stick to the golden normal of DON’T KILL THE DOG , lest they shatter the middle rooter irreparably .
Nightwing might be known for his leaping art , but with a new fear holding Dick Grayson back , are his athletic skills a thing of the past tense ?
Fallen GraysonStory Arc Sees Haley Go From a Pup to a DOG
Despite the dark tone of theFallen Graysonarc , it appear that DC is inclined to grant Haley a longsighted and joyful life . Redondo ’s cover art forNightwing#114 depicts what is likely a fully grown Haley , propose that she will not only play a role in the narration but also likely serve as a unfaltering companion to Dick , rather than meeting a fate similar toJohn Wick ’s first dog . This could also signal Haley joining the ranks of official super - pets alongside Krypto , Goliath , and Bat - Cow . Here ’s to hoping thatNightwingand Bitewing get the happy finish they deserve .
Nightwing # 115will be free on June 18 , 2024 , from DC Comics !
