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Dan Watters

@danpgwatters.bsky.social

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Eisner winning writer. Of late:- Nightwing. Batman: Dark Patterns. Shredder. The Six Fingers. Updates at thedeadairchannel.ghost.io

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · Apr 29

"There is nothing but the blade."

Beginning this August from me, Michele Bandini & @idwpublishing.com...

Shredder returns.

www.ign.com/articles/shr...

Shredder Is Out for Revenge in New TMNT Spinoff Series - IGN

Shredder is getting the solo spotlight in a new TMNT spinoff series, and he's got only one thing on his mind - revenge.

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Coliseum of Comics @coliseumofcomics.com · 4h

SHREDDER and CASEY JONES creative teams tease status quo changes for iconic TMNT characters

NYCC '25 SHREDDER and CASEY JONES creative teams tease status quo changes for iconic TMNT characters

Check out our interview with Shredder writer Dan Watters and artist Michele Bandini: Casey Jones artist Amancay Nahuelpa.

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 3h

Out today:

Nightwing issue 131 from @dc.com

TMNT: Shredder issue 2 from @idwpublishing.com

I love writing both these comics. Much love if you're picking them up.

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 3h

He sure is an 'orrible sod.

Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 3h

Out today:

Nightwing issue 131 from @dc.com

TMNT: Shredder issue 2 from @idwpublishing.com

I love writing both these comics. Much love if you're picking them up.

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Samir AKA ABO-SIMSIM 🇵🇸 Taking every day as it comes 🙏🏼 @simsima1980.bsky.social · 7h

I BLOODY LOVE THIS BOOK!!! Do not sleep on it!

Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · Apr 29

"There is nothing but the blade."

Beginning this August from me, Michele Bandini & @idwpublishing.com...

Shredder returns.

www.ign.com/articles/shr...

Shredder Is Out for Revenge in New TMNT Spinoff Series - IGN

Shredder is getting the solo spotlight in a new TMNT spinoff series, and he's got only one thing on his mind - revenge.

www.ign.com

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AIPT @aiptcomics.com · 3h

🦅 Nightwing #131 continues to redefine modern heroics with fluid action, sharp writing, and a heart full of empathy.
#Nightwing @danpgwatters.bsky.social #NCBD #comicbooks #comicsky
Read the review by @michaelg24.bsky.social here:

‘Nightwing’ #131 is full of drama

All of this chaos makes for quite the issue.

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Ty @tyrayner.bsky.social · 1d

can’t wait to grab my copy, this and dark patterns continue to stun every release

Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 1d

Tomorrow! Nightwing 131 from @dc.com. Me, @nefar007.bsky.social, Veronica Gandini, & Wes Abbott.

Killer Moth has come to Bludhaven. Killer Moth is a Very Dangerous Idiot...

Nightwing interior art by Dexter Soy and Veronica Gandini, lettered by Wes Abbott

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 1d

This is the goddamn Cyclops book I've wanted to read since I was a kid. Alex and team are killing it here. Seriously, don't miss this one.

Alex Paknadel from off of comics @alexpaknadel.bsky.social · 4d

CYCLOPS #1
February 2026
Me
@rogeantonio.bsky.social

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Danny @eckospider.bsky.social · 2d

We talk about the latest issue of BATMAN: DARK PATTERNS by @danpgwatters.bsky.social & @cleanlined.bsky.social

A great exploration of GOTHAM CITY

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BATMAN: DARK PATTERNS - GOTHAM CITY BECOMES AN IMPORTANT CHARACTER #DCcomics #Batman

YouTube video by Next Issue Podcast

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Conor 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 @conorisdepressed.bsky.social · 1d

Batman: Dark Patterns #11 has some stunning artwork, but I think my favourite is the splash page. Only one more issue to go on what has been some of the finest Batman storytelling in many years. A true tour-de-force from @danpgwatters.bsky.social and @cleanlined.bsky.social.

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 1d

Tomorrow! Nightwing 131 from @dc.com. Me, @nefar007.bsky.social, Veronica Gandini, & Wes Abbott.

Killer Moth has come to Bludhaven. Killer Moth is a Very Dangerous Idiot...

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Comic Watch @comic-watch.bsky.social · 1d

Blüdhaven is changing and new darkness is creeping in beneath it all in Nightwing #131, on shelves and digital platforms on October 15, 2025, from @danpgwatters.bsky.social @nefar007.bsky.social @VeronicaGandini #WesAbbott) @DCOfficial #AllIn
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Blüdhaven Is Changing And New Darkness Creeps Beneath It All in Nightwing #131 - Comic Watch

Blüdhaven is changing and new darkness is creeping in beneath it all in Nightwing #131, on shelves and digital platforms on October 15, 2025, from @DanPGWatters @dextersoy @VeronicaGandini #WesAbbott)...

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Ram V @therightram.bsky.social · 5d

Just announced at NYCC, my new book with the incredible Mike Perkins at DC Vertigo. Black Tower!

Spies, Spells, London, Magic and Espionage!

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Nerd Initiative @nerdinitiative.bsky.social · 7d

nerdinitiative.com/2025/10/08/b... @dc.com @odphpodcast.bsky.social @danpgwatters.bsky.social @cleanlined.bsky.social #BATMAN #Ncbd #NYCC #NIatNYCC

BATMAN: DARK PATTERNS #11 – THE FIRE OF THE CITY BURNS

The heat is on in Gotham City. A deadly arsonist is loose. Body counts are rising. Batman is early in his career and putting the pieces together. All signs point towards Dr. Sereika. Gotham’s newest c...

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AIPT @aiptcomics.com · 7d

"Batman: Dark Patterns #11 is a gripping, cinematic penultimate chapter that blends detective work, thematic depth, and stunning visuals..."
@danpgwatters.bsky.social @cleanlined.bsky.social #Batman #comicbooks #comics #NCBD #comicsky
Read @davidbrooke.bsky.social's review:

‘Batman: Dark Patterns’ #11 prepares us for the big finish

A feverish, cinematic investigation that makes Gotham the true star of the story.

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 8d

Damn, then I got nothin.

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 8d

Have you tried a precarious dog eared stack in the corner of the room?

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AIPT @aiptcomics.com · 8d

"Super Creepshow Special #1 is a grisly and clever experiment, proving #Creepshow can bring its signature brand of horror to any genre."
@danpgwatters.bsky.social @edbrisson.bsky.social @ryanstegman.bsky.social @skybound.bsky.social #horror #NCBD
Out tomorrow, read @davidbrooke.bsky.social's review:

‘Super Creepshow Special’ #1 reveals a twisted side of superheroes

A gory, inventive spin on superheroes that’s equal parts playful homage and chilling horror.

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 8d

Batman: Dark Patterns #11 is out this Wednesday.
In which Bruce is going through some stuff.

Our penultimate issue, with @cleanlined.bsky.social, @treecolour.bsky.social, @gofrankgo.bsky.social, @dc.com.

Batman: Dark Patterns interior art by Hayden Sherman colored by Triona Farrell

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ComicsXF @comicsxf.com · 10d

Batman: Dark Patterns #11 is out THIS WEEK. Check out our coverage of issue #10 comicsxf.com/2025/09/19/b...

The end begins with a Child of Fire in Batman: Dark Patterns #10 - COMICSXF

Still recovering from the wounds he received, Batman is unable to stop the crimes of a new villain, the Child of Fire.

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 8d

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Marcelo Córdova @marcelocordova.bsky.social · 9d

HOT PICKS! On Sale This Week 13thdimension.com/hot-picks-on... @danpgwatters.bsky.social @cleanlined.bsky.social @phillipkjohnson.bsky.social @martinmorazzo.bsky.social @mouseguard.bsky.social @jimmypalmiotti.bsky.social @straczynski.bsky.social @ericaschultz42.bsky.social @skyepatridge.bsky.social

HOT PICKS! On Sale This Week!

Scott and Dan pick the comics they’re most looking forward to…

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Dan Watters @danpgwatters.bsky.social · 8d

Woha.

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AIPT @aiptcomics.com · 12d

Batman finds himself at a crossroads with one of his allies. Is it possible they’re the mastermind behind the flames devouring Gotham City?
@cleanlined.bsky.social @danpgwatters.bsky.social #Batman #comicbooks #comicsky
Read the Batman: Dark Patterns #11 preview here:

DC Preview: Batman: Dark Patterns #11

CASE 04: The Child of Fire

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Ben Keiser @benkeiser.bsky.social · 12d

What a great comic to kick off Halloween month!

I loved watching Twilight Zone reruns growing up and the story and art here by @danpgwatters.bsky.social and @morganbeem.bsky.social really captured the tone of the series well.

Good stuff!

The Twilight Zone #1 comic book by Dan Watters and Morgan Beem

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