2025 is set to be a monumental year for DC Comics, with one of the most eagerly anticipated projects being the sequel to the iconic Batman saga, "Batman: Hush 2." This sequel is particularly noteworthy as it marks the return of DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer, Jim Lee, to the helm of a monthly Batman comic. Scheduled to debut in March's Batman #158, this storyline serves as a direct continuation of the critically acclaimed Hush saga that originally ran from 2002 to 2004.
DC has provided fans with an extended preview of Batman #158, along with a sneak peek at Batman #159 and a showcase of the various variant covers that will be part of the Hush 2 series, also referred to as H2sh. You can explore all of these in the slideshow gallery below:
Batman: Hush 2 Preview Gallery
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While DC has explored several Hush-related storylines since the original series concluded, "Batman: Hush 2" stands out as the first to be crafted by the original creative team. This sequel brings back writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee, accompanied by inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings.
Building upon the narrative established in the epilogue of the Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition, "Hush 2" follows Batman as he uncovers evidence that his childhood friend, Tommy Elliot, survived their last confrontation. This discovery sets the stage for a gripping new mystery where Hush manipulates Batman's network of allies and adversaries.
"Hush 2" will unfold across Batman #158-163, with the first issue, #158, set to hit stores on March 26. Following the conclusion of this arc, DC plans to relaunch the series with a new #1 issue and a fresh costume, marking a new era for the Dark Knight under the guidance of writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez.
For more insights into DC's upcoming projects, delve into what to expect from DC in 2025 and discover our list of the most anticipated comics of the year.
