May 1, 2006 CE
Kate Kane Introduced in 52 #7
Kate Kane first appears as a civilian in DC's 52 series, a weekly comic event. She is depicted as a former West Point cadet and a socialite. #comics #dc
Chronological Storyline (44 Milestones)
Aug 1, 2006 CE
Batwoman Revealed in 52 #11
In 52 #11, Kate Kane is revealed as the new Batwoman, taking over the mantle after the events of Infinite Crisis. She wears a red wig and a modified Batsuit. #comics #dc
Sep 1, 2006 CE
Batwoman in 52 #17: First Fight
Batwoman has her first major fight against the Religion of Crime in 52 #17. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2007 CE
Batwoman in 52 #30: Origin Expanded
52 #30 reveals more of Kate Kane's backstory, including her time at West Point. #comics #dc
May 1, 2007 CE
Batwoman in Detective Comics #855: Elegy Part 2
Detective Comics #855 continues the 'Elegy' storyline, deepening the mystery of the Religion of Crime. #comics #dc
May 1, 2007 CE
Batwoman Appears in Detective Comics #854
Batwoman makes her first solo appearance in Detective Comics #854, part of the 'Elegy' storyline by Greg Rucka and J.H. Williams III. This story establishes her origin and her fight against the Religion of Crime. #comics #dc
Jul 1, 2007 CE
Batwoman in Detective Comics #857: Elegy Part 4
Detective Comics #857 features a confrontation between Batwoman and Alice. #comics #dc
Feb 1, 2009 CE
Elegy Storyline Concludes in Detective Comics #863
The 'Elegy' arc ends with Batwoman defeating Alice, the leader of the Religion of Crime. The storyline is praised for its art and character development. #comics #dc
Aug 1, 2009 CE
Batwoman in Detective Comics #860: Elegy Finale
The 'Elegy' storyline concludes in Detective Comics #860, with Batwoman defeating Alice. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2010 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: Elegy' Hardcover
The 'Elegy' storyline is collected in a hardcover edition, gaining critical acclaim. #comics #dc
Apr 1, 2010 CE
Batwoman Gets Her Own Ongoing Series
DC launches a Batwoman ongoing series written by Greg Rucka and later by J.H. Williams III and W. Haden Blackman. The series explores her personal life and battles. #comics #dc )
Jun 1, 2011 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: Hydrology'
The first trade paperback of the New 52 Batwoman series, 'Hydrology,' is released. #comics #dc )
Sep 1, 2011 CE
New 52 Batwoman Series Debuts
As part of DC's New 52 reboot, Batwoman gets a new series starting with issue #1, written by J.H. Williams III and W. Haden Blackman. The series continues her story with updated continuity. #comics #dc )
Mar 1, 2012 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: To Drown the World'
The second trade paperback, 'To Drown the World,' collects issues #6-11. #comics #dc )
May 1, 2012 CE
Batwoman #0 Origin Issue
Batwoman #0 reveals Kate Kane's origin: her twin sister's death, her father's kidnapping, and her time at West Point. The issue is part of the New 52. #comics #dc )
Feb 1, 2013 CE
Batwoman #17 Features Marriage Proposal
In Batwoman #17, Kate Kane proposes to her girlfriend Maggie Sawyer. The issue is notable for its LGBTQ+ representation. #comics #dc )
May 1, 2013 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: World's Finest'
The third trade paperback, 'World's Finest,' collects issues #12-17. #comics #dc )
Oct 1, 2013 CE
Batwoman #24: 'The Unknowns' Arc
Batwoman teams up with other supernatural heroes in the 'The Unknowns' storyline. The series explores her connection to the supernatural. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2014 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: This Blood Is Thick'
The fourth trade paperback, 'This Blood Is Thick,' collects issues #18-24. #comics #dc )
Apr 1, 2014 CE
Batwoman Series Cancelled with Issue #34
DC cancels the Batwoman series after issue #34 due to creative differences. The final issue wraps up some storylines but leaves others unresolved. #comics #dc )
Aug 1, 2014 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: Webs'
The fifth trade paperback, 'Webs,' collects issues #25-34. #comics #dc )
Jun 1, 2015 CE
Batwoman Appears in Batman: Rebirth
Batwoman appears in the Batman: Rebirth one-shot, setting up her role in the DC Rebirth era. She is shown training with Batman. #comics #dc )
Mar 1, 2017 CE
Batwoman Rebirth Series Launches
DC launches a new Batwoman series as part of DC Rebirth, written by Marguerite Bennett and James Tynion IV. The series follows Kate Kane as she returns to Gotham. #comics #dc )
Sep 1, 2017 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: The Many Arms of Death' TPB
The first trade of the Rebirth series, 'The Many Arms of Death,' is released. #comics #dc )
Nov 1, 2017 CE
Batwoman #1: 'The Many Arms of Death'
The Rebirth series' first arc, 'The Many Arms of Death,' introduces a new villain, the Many Arms of Death, and explores Kate's past. #comics #dc )
Apr 1, 2018 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: Wonderland' TPB
The second trade, 'Wonderland,' collects issues #7-11. #comics #dc )
Jul 1, 2018 CE
Batwoman #18: 'The Fall of the House of Kane'
The storyline 'The Fall of the House of Kane' delves into Kate's family history and her father's secrets. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2019 CE
Batwoman #25: 'The Unknown' Arc
Batwoman faces the supernatural entity known as the Unknown. The arc ties into the larger DC Universe. #comics #dc )
Feb 1, 2019 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: The Fall of the House of Kane' TPB
The third trade, 'The Fall of the House of Kane,' collects issues #12-18. #comics #dc )
Oct 1, 2019 CE
Batwoman #36: Series Ends with Issue #50
The Rebirth Batwoman series concludes with issue #50, wrapping up Kate's storylines and setting up future appearances. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2020 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: The Unknown' TPB
The fourth trade, 'The Unknown,' collects issues #19-25. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2020 CE
Batwoman Appears in 'Batman: The Joker War'
Batwoman plays a supporting role in the 'Joker War' event, helping Batman fight the Joker. #comics #dc
May 1, 2020 CE
Batwoman Featured in 'DCeased: Dead Planet'
Batwoman appears in the alternate universe story 'DCeased: Dead Planet,' fighting zombies. #comics #dc
Mar 1, 2021 CE
Batwoman Joins 'Batman: Urban Legends'
Batwoman appears in the anthology series 'Batman: Urban Legends,' featuring a story by Mariko Tamaki. #comics #dc
Jun 1, 2021 CE
Batwoman #1: 'The Trial of Batwoman'
A new Batwoman series begins with 'The Trial of Batwoman,' written by Mariko Tamaki. Kate faces legal consequences for her vigilante actions. #comics #dc )
Aug 1, 2021 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: The Trial of Batwoman' TPB
The first trade of the 2021 series, 'The Trial of Batwoman,' is released. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2022 CE
Batwoman #9: 'The Abandoned' Arc
The 'Abandoned' arc explores Kate's relationship with her father and her past. #comics #dc )
May 1, 2022 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: The Abandoned' TPB
The second trade, 'The Abandoned,' collects issues #7-12. #comics #dc )
Jul 1, 2022 CE
Batwoman #16: Series Ends with Issue #18
The 2021 Batwoman series ends with issue #18, concluding the 'Trial' storyline. #comics #dc )
Feb 1, 2023 CE
Batwoman Appears in 'Batman: The Brave and the Bold'
Batwoman appears in the anthology series 'Batman: The Brave and the Bold,' teaming up with other heroes. #comics #dc
Mar 1, 2023 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: The End' TPB
The third trade, 'The End,' collects issues #13-18. #comics #dc )
Sep 1, 2023 CE
Batwoman Featured in 'Titans: Beast World'
Batwoman appears in the 'Titans: Beast World' event, helping the Titans. #comics #dc
Mar 1, 2024 CE
Batwoman Gets New Ongoing Series
DC announces a new Batwoman ongoing series for 2024, written by Becky Cloonan and Michael W. Conrad. #comics #dc )
Jun 1, 2024 CE
Batwoman in 'Batwoman: The New World' TPB
The first trade of the 2024 series, 'The New World,' is released. #comics #dc )