Batman and Robin #3 is a perfect blend of great story telling and amazing art. With the splitting and then reconnecting of Batman and Robin, this episode is also a lot more chock-filled with emotions as well as actions than other comics.
Story: Grant Morrison is a rather ingenious writer and came up with some really excellent ideas for this issue. From the splitting of Batman and Robin to the creation of a new villain, the story rages a never-ending war against boredom and simplicity and paves a path for quick paced, content full comics. The story also has a strong emotional base as well as action, due to the struggle of Dick trying to fit into the role his father crafted and trying to discover where he fits in.
Art: Frank Quitely did an astounding job creating art for Batman and Robin #3 that perfectly corresponded to the story, mostly due to the relationship between Quitely and Morrison. Quitely also has an amazing command over color and utilizes it to his whim, expressing emotion, anticipation, action, and any other thing he can think of. He also pays very close attention to detail and even in the large fight scenes still manages to capture every single aspect in his artwork.
Overall: Batman and Robin #3 is one of those comic books where neither the writing or the drawing is better than the other, but put together they become a powerhouse of emotion and control over the reader. If you want a comic book that will affect you in ways no other can while at the same time entertaining you, look no further.
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