DC Comics Unveils Batman: Hush 2 Preview Art

2025 promises to be an exciting year for DC Comics fans, especially with the much-anticipated release of Batman: Hush 2. This sequel to the iconic Hush saga, which originally captivated readers from 2002 to 2004, marks a significant event as DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer, Jim Lee, takes the helm of a monthly Batman comic starting with Batman #158 in March.

DC has recently unveiled an extended preview of Batman #158, offering fans an early glimpse into Batman #159 and showcasing the array of variant covers that will be featured in the Hush 2 (or H2sh, as some prefer to call it) series. You can explore these exciting visuals in the slideshow gallery below:

Batman: Hush 2 Preview Gallery

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Since the conclusion of the original Hush storyline, DC has explored various narratives centered around Hush, but Batman: Hush 2 is the first to bring back the original creative team. The sequel sees the reunion of writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee, with the invaluable contributions of inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings.

Hush 2 picks up from the recent epilogue featured in the Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition. The story delves into Batman's discovery that his childhood friend Tommy Elliot, aka Hush, has survived their last confrontation. This revelation sets the stage for a gripping new mystery, where Hush cunningly manipulates Batman's allies and enemies.

The Hush 2 storyline will unfold across Batman #158-163, with the first issue hitting the shelves on March 26. Following this, DC plans to relaunch the series with a new #1 issue and a fresh costume design, heralding a new era for the Dark Knight under the creative direction of writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez.

For a deeper dive into DC's exciting lineup for 2025, be sure to check out what's on the horizon for DC and our list of the most anticipated comics of the year.