Batman 2021 Annual #1 (Raw VF/NM) - DC Comics (Ricardo López Ortiz Cover, Ghost-Maker Saga)

Expand your modern Gotham City collection with Batman 2021 Annual #1, published by DC Comics in November 2021! Co-written by James Tynion IV and Ricardo López Ortiz with dynamic art and main cover by Ricardo López Ortiz and vibrant colors by Romulo Fajardo Jr., this oversized annual issue brings a high-octane conclusion to the standalone Ghost-Maker story arc.

The top header features the circular DC emblem, creator credits (TYNION / LÓPEZ ORTIZ / FAJARDO JR.), and the bold white BATMAN logo overlaid on a purple bat symbol, topped by a black tag reading "2021 ANNUAL". The bottom-right corner displays the direct edition barcode alongside issue details ($5.99 US, Ages 13+) and cover artist attribution (COVER BY RICARDO LÓPEZ ORTIZ). Prominent white text at the bottom announces: "THE GHOST-MAKER SAGA CONCLUDES!"

The striking anime-manga stylized cover artwork by Ricardo López Ortiz showcases Ghost-Maker in a dramatic forward-crouching strike in his sleek white armored suit, backed by a vivid red-and-purple ensemble of his unique adversaries, including Devil Ray, Instigator, Kid KAIJU / Madame Midas, and Risk.

This unslabbed raw issue is in top-tier collectible condition (estimated VF/NM 9.0 or better), featuring sharp corners, a flat spine, and bold color saturation—making it a key addition for Batman, Ghost-Maker, James Tynion IV, and modern DC Annual collectors.

• Publisher: DC Comics

• Series: Batman Annual (2021 Annual / Issue #1)

• Release Date: November 2021 (Modern Age)

• Grade: Raw (Estimated VF/NM 9.0+)

• Printing/Format: Oversized Direct Edition Main Cover ($5.99 Cover Price with Barcode)

• Key Significance: Finale Issue of "The Ghost-Maker Saga"; In-Depth Exploration of Ghost-Maker's Backstory & Rogues

• Key Characters: Ghost-Maker (Minkhkoa Khan), Batman (Bruce Wayne), Devil Ray, Instigator, Kid Midas

• Creative Team: James Tynion IV & Ricardo López Ortiz (Writers), Ricardo López Ortiz (Artist/Cover), Romulo Fajardo Jr. (Colors)