You're going to give us all your money... or you'll learn why they call us the Masters of Disaster! 
- — New Wave
Batman and the Outsiders #9 is an issue of the series Batman and the Outsiders (Volume 1) with a cover date of April, 1984.
Synopsis for "Enter: The Masters of Disaster"
The Masters of Disaster approach gang boss Morgan Jones offering to kill Black Lightning for him (having been hired by a family of an accidental victim of Black Lightning last issue) and attack a Wayne Foundation ceremony for a new housing project to alert the attention of the Outsiders. During the battle, the Masters of Disaster explain why they are attacking: to take Black Lightning. Not wanting anyone to get hurt Black Lightning surrenders himself to the Masters of Disaster, however Batman and the Outsiders vow to get their friend back.
Appearing in "Enter: The Masters of Disaster"
Featured Characters:
Supporting Characters:
- Denise Howard (First appearance)
- Joan Lincoln
Antagonists:
- Masters of Disaster (First appearance)
- Coldsnap (First appearance)
- Heatstroke (First appearance)
- New Wave
- Shakedown (First appearance)
- Windfall (First appearance)
- Morgan Jones (First appearance)
Other Characters:
- Meredith (Wayne floozy)
- Mrs. Takahana (bookstore customer)
- Takeo Yamashiro (First appearance)
Locations:
- Gotham City
- Dragon Books
- Gotham Athletic Club
- Gotham Community College
- Wayne Foundation
- Japan
Items:
Synopsis for "Halo in: Battle For the Band"
Halo recounts a tale about how she stopped a bunch of kids from a rival school from kidnapping the head of the marching band.
Appearing in "Halo in: Battle For the Band"
Featured Characters:
Supporting Characters:
- April Dave (First appearance)
- Katana
Antagonists:
- Carmichael High students
- Cliff (Single appearance)
Other Characters:
- Greg Carter (Single appearance)
- Mr. Pruitt (Mentioned only)
Locations:
- Gotham City
- Edison High School
- Outsiders Headquarters
Concepts:
Notes
- This issue is reprinted in Showcase Presents: Batman and the Outsiders.