Batman #253 is an issue of the series Batman (Volume 1) with a cover date of November, 1973.
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Synopsis for "Who Knows What Evil--?"
Batman stops a small faction of a gang of counterfeiters and learns that their secret hideout is somewhere in Arizona. Batman travels to the desert and all the way during his investigation, he is assisted by a mysterious figure, who saves him and helps him capture the crooks, but never reveals his identity. When Batman finally rounds up the counterfeiters gang, he is told the exact place and location to meet his mysterious assistant. That night in Gotham City, Batman meets The Shadow, the mysterious vigilante that inspired him to start his own crime-fighting career. Batman tries to get The Shadow out of retirement, but the man disappears leaving only a cryptic message, which hints about his possible return.
Appearing in "Who Knows What Evil--?"
Featured Characters:
Supporting Characters:
Antagonists:
- Al Gromm (Single appearance)
- Bammy Stone (Single appearance)
Other Characters:
Locations:
- Gotham City
- Arizona
- Tumbleweed Crossing
- Cliff Dwellings
Vehicles:
- The Shadow's Helicopter
