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1 dated observation—one point does not establish a trend. Last recorded 2026-10-06. Source record #2316515
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| Grade | Amount | Evidence | Recorded |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.0 | $771.00 | PANEL_PROFITS · grade_10_0_valueguide | Date not recorded |
| 4.0 | $56.00 | PANEL_PROFITS · grade_4_0_valueguide | Date not recorded |
| 6.0 | $70.00 | PANEL_PROFITS · grade_6_0_valueguide | Date not recorded |
| 8.0 | $149.36 | PANEL_PROFITS · grade_8_0_valueguide | Date not recorded |
| 9.2 | $593.03 | PANEL_PROFITS · grade_9_2_valueguide | Date not recorded |
| 9.4 | $168.00 | PANEL_PROFITS · grade_9_4_valueguide | Date not recorded |
| 9.6 | $652.00 | PANEL_PROFITS · grade_9_6_valueguide | Date not recorded |
| 9.8 | $98.43 | PANEL_PROFITS · grade_9_8_valueguide | Date not recorded |
| RAW | $74.97 | PANEL_PROFITS · ungraded_valueguide | Date not recorded |
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Graded population
CGC records 2,795 graded copies for Batman #357 (1983). Population is the number recorded by this grading source, not the total print run or all surviving copies.
Squid
Batman) is on the lookout for the associates of the crimelord called Tony Falco, who has been already captured by the authorities. However, during his investigations, Batman learns that most of them are being recruited by the Squid), a former spy turned gangster.
Meanwhile, Dick Grayson) goes to a circus in New Jersey, where his friend Waldo) introduces him to the Todds, the circus' trapeze artists. Unknown to Dick, the circus' owner, Mr. Sloan, is being blackmailed by a crook known only as Croc), who runs a protection racket.
Later, Batman has learned that the Squid is planning to get rid of all competition to become Gotham's first crimelord. Knowing this, Batman prepares a plan to save Tony Falco, who is bound to be sentenced and prosecuted in court. After the session, Falco is sentenced to prison, but during transport, the Squid releases him and takes him to his hideout. In the abandoned aquarium, the Squid reveals that he already knows that the man he just released is not Falco, but in reality is Batman in disguise. With his plan discovered, Batman has no choice but to fight the Squid's henchmen, but he is easily outnumbered and captured. Finally and in revenge for their past encounter, the Squid throws Batman inside the tank where his pet giant squid will devour the Dark Knight.
| Appearing1 = **Featured Characters:** * Batman) **Supporting Characters:** * Dick Grayson) * James Gordon) * Olivia Ortega) **Antagonists:** * Squid) ** Otto ** Mr. Ronson ** Gertrude * Bobba * Lester **Other Characters:** * Hamilton Hill) * Killer Croc) ** Slick * Waldo Flynn) * Jason Todd) * Joseph Todd) * Trina Todd) * Gotham City Police Department * Joey Taylor * Mr. Sloan * Eddie "Nose-Biter" Colson * Tom * Stanley **Locations:** * Gotham City ** Gotham City Hall ** Gotham River ** Gotham Courthouse ** Gotham Sewers * New Jersey **Items:** * Batarang
| Notes = * This issue was reprinted in Tales of the Batman: Gerry Conway Vol. 3 (Collected) and Facsimile Edition: Batman Vol 1 357. * The events of this issue take place after Detective Comics Vol 1 523 and the story continues in Detective Comics Vol 1 524.
| Trivia = * The editor's note about Squid's previous appearance in page 9, panel 3, incorrectly indicates the event as happening in Detective Comics #499. In reality, the event happened in Detective Comics #497. * Issue includes a letter from future DC Comics editor Kevin Dooley. *This comic is the first appearance of both Jason Todd and Killer Croc.
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Creative credits
Writers: Gerry Conway
Interior art: Don Newton
Color: Adrienne Roy
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