Artists: Gene Colan (Penciller) , Dick Giordano (Inker)
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DescriptionA cover my wife is guaranteed to hate with the inclusion of creepy killer clowns, but a nice bit of comic nostalgia for me. As a kid who started collecting comics in 1990, most of the back issues I picked up were Batman titles. Thanks to a local comic shop I was able to put together nearly a complete run of Batman and Detective Comics from the '70s - '90s and all the covers were burned into my brain. Although many of the issues and storylines from the early '80s seem to be forgotten by most, I still have fond memories of them and Detective Comics #531 is no exception. I'm quite happy to be able to add this cover as wacky and creepy as it is.**NOTE** I framed this one and hung it in my art room without telling my wife. We'll see how much time goes by before she notices the killer clowns in plain sight. Right now we're at 2 weeks and counting. Detective Comics #531 October, 1983 🤡 🔪 ➕ 🤡 🪓 ➕ 🤡 ➰ vs. 🦇 Social/Sharing |
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James S ![]()
Member Since 2017
2 - Posted on 10/14/2025
At least they are not killer clowns from outer space. But they make a cool cover!
Marcus Wai ![]()
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 10/14/2025
Memorable cover with the design of the logo under the spotlight without seeing Batman face the audience. Colan stories of the time delved into the dark symbolism of the Dark Knight Detective. The clowns make their next appearance in the opening sequence of Batman Returns.
Nils E
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 10/14/2025
Giordano wasn't clowning around with those inks ;-)
Rick W ![]()
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 10/14/2025
Yeah, this one won't hang in the kitchen, but still, what a killer cover!
Kavi H ![]()
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 10/14/2025
Don't let killer clowns get you down, Batman is here to turn their creepy smiles into maniacal frowns!
A Tec cover perfect for the October spooky season! But let's not proceed without reason. Will your wife realize it's on the wall before the month is out!? The only thing we know, is there may be a little bit of a shout!
Awesome cover, congrats man!
Chris Snorek ![]()
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/14/2025
If I were Batman, I would be reconsidering my firearms policy.
Johnny M ![]()
Member Since 2014
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1 - Posted on 10/14/2025
I just let your wife know about your new acquistion and sent her money to ship it to me. That will teach you!!
Andy Wurst ![]()
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 10/14/2025
It's wacky creepy cool - huge congrats. Any tips on sneaking more art into the house without wife noticing, please share !!
Daryl R ![]()
Member Since 2015
Posted on 10/14/2025
Andy Wurst wrote:
It's wacky creepy cool - huge congrats. Any tips on sneaking more art into the house without wife noticing, please share !!
Let's just say she was not home when I opened this package. 😂
Jared Simmons ![]()
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 10/14/2025
Very cool piece with the logo and the shadow on it giving it some nice depth. The Joker will be very jealous those three clowns are stealing his shtick.
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor ![]()
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 10/14/2025
This is memorable and gorgeous! Congrats Daryl!
George H ![]()
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/14/2025
One of the coolest logos in comics. Great classic cover and may it go unnoticed on the wall for many moons.
S Riz ![]()
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 10/15/2025
Batman had the best covers around! Congrats on a great Tec piece!
Alex Garcia ![]()
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 10/15/2025
Whats wrong with a few killer clowns? Great pick up!
Daryl R ![]()
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 10/15/2025
Alex Garcia wrote:
Whats wrong with a few killer clowns? Great pick up!
Nothing at all. In fact I think the next CAF t-shirt could use a few killer clowns. Just sayin'.
Alex Garcia ![]()
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 10/15/2025
Daryl R wrote:
Nothing at all. In fact I think the next CAF t-shirt could use a few killer clowns. Just sayin'.
Sure, but will Bill put in his site? That's the question. Cheers!
Peter Sullivan ![]()
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 10/15/2025
Two weeks and counting? Only two possibilities. She has no interest in comic art and ignores what you have on the wall or she is unobservant. Tell her on Halloween night if she does not notice by then.
Daryl R ![]()
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 10/15/2025
Peter Sullivan wrote:
Two weeks and counting? Only two possibilities. She has no interest in comic art and ignores what you have on the wall or she is unobservant. Tell her on Halloween night if she does not notice by then.
Peter I think it's a combination of your first guess coupled with the fact that I took down another piece and hung this one in the exact same spot. Most of my art is also framed and matted pretty much the same way with all black so I think it's going to take her quite a while (if ever) to figure out that a piece of art has changed. Perhaps it's for the better.
M L ![]()
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 10/16/2025
The real world is a harsh awakening for many new clown college graduates. It's rough on the streets. Congrats, and keep us posted on wife-watch.
Dave W ![]()
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 10/16/2025
Killer clowns v Batman = killer Tec cover. So good! I am thinking it will last 30 days on the wall, max but that doesn't mean it isn't wall worthy. Great cover!
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