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Dark Knight III – The Master Race #4

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by Comic Books Library July 26, 2025


Dark Knight III: The Master Race #4 – Full Summary & Comic Book Details

Short Description:
In "Dark Knight III: The Master Race #4," Bruce Wayne’s supposed death leaves Earth vulnerable to an emerging threat — the Master Race. As Kryptonian zealots led by Quar begin their conquest, the fate of the world lies in the hands of a few surviving heroes. This explosive chapter from DC Comics blends suspense, legacy, and rebellion in a gripping continuation of Frank Miller’s legendary Dark Knight saga.

🩇 Comic Book Title:

Dark Knight III – The Master Race #4

📚 Publisher:

DC Comics

🎭 Genre:

Superhero, Action, Dystopian, Alternate Universe

✍️ Writer(s):

  1. Frank Miller (original Dark Knight Returns creator)
  2. Brian Azzarello (known for 100 Bullets, Wonder Woman)

🎹 Artist(s):

  1. Andy Kubert (pencils)
  2. Klaus Janson (inks)
  3. Brad Anderson (colors)
  4. Frank Miller (mini-comic artwork in each issue)

📝 Editor:

  1. Mark Doyle

đŸ”„ The Story (Spoiler-Free Summary):

With Bruce Wayne believed to be dead, Earth is on the brink of devastation. The Kryptonian extremist cult known as The Master Race, led by the ruthless Quar, begins their brutal campaign to dominate humanity. The surviving heroes — including Carrie Kelley (Batgirl/Robin) and Superman — must make impossible choices as they attempt to stop an enemy that seems invincible.

Carrie steps into a more central role, proving she’s more than just a sidekick. The issue balances psychological depth and widescale destruction, raising questions of legacy, sacrifice, and leadership in a world without Batman.

🩾 Main Characters Featured:

  1. Bruce Wayne / Batman (presumed dead)
  2. Carrie Kelley (as Batgirl/Robin)
  3. Superman / Clark Kent
  4. Quar (leader of The Master Race)
  5. Wonder Woman / Diana
  6. Lara (daughter of Superman and Wonder Woman)

🧠 Additional Notes:

This issue deepens the tension set in the first three parts. Carrie Kelley continues to evolve as a character, stepping into Batman’s legacy. Meanwhile, the arrival of the Kryptonian army brings stakes that feel apocalyptic. The mini-comic included in each issue adds more layers to this universe’s mythology.

⭐ Why This Issue Matters:

  1. Continues Frank Miller’s Dark Knight legacy
  2. Introduces a global threat beyond Gotham
  3. Reinforces the mythos of legacy characters like Carrie Kelley
  4. Bridges themes of power, extremism, and identity


Comic Resource / Read Online (External Source)

Dark Knight III – The Master Race #4
Language : English