Batman VS Predator Complete Story Explained

[@jaymac7960]

Imagine if this was made into a movie..no spoiler no leaks just dropped on the viewers from no where 🤯

[@barriolimbas]

Indeed it reads like a movie, a PERFECT MOVIE.

[@cornelius575]

They need to make a movie or animated movie that shit going to be 🔥🔥 and probably a billion dollar movie tbh or close to billion

[@habiit7178]

Coming soon because I just bought the neca toys, I mean the algorithm is perfect.

[@charliedallachie3539]

Yep the predator made trophy’s of worthy opponents and Batman would fit that.

[@C1ph3r420]

The only fan film leaves on a cliff hanger

[@jessitaylor4170]

I would love to see this turn into a movie!

[@mikepjersey]

There was an awesome fan film made like 15 years ago. It's on KZbin

[@jarodM6]

I once had an idea with Batman and Joker from the Arkham game so Kevin Connolly and Mark Hamill vs The Alien and Predator. I don't know if it really sounds like good idea

[@marty7442]

I actually read these comics in 1993. These 3 comics were a well-written crossover.

[@casedistorted]

Yeah I read them when all 3 of this series came out as a kid in the early and mid 90’s, they were very well done and scared me cuz I was very little

[@DarkheartedMKGames]

Anyone wanting this all three stories got reprinted on paper back all together worth it for the first alone

[@jeggsonvohees2201]

Second ones pretty good too.

[@DarkheartedMKGames]

@@jeggsonvohees2201 yeah third one is really disappointing though

[@jeggsonvohees2201]

@@DarkheartedMKGames I'll agree with that. I like the concept of a father and son Pred hunting together, but it would be better as its own story rather than a crossover.

[@DarkheartedMKGames]

@@jeggsonvohees2201 see I could see it working as a crossover but it was too much of a batman story instead of a blend of both mythologies and was far too "bright" in its art style

[@DreamDragoness25]

As they say: SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY! XD

[@lizardC549]

I actually have this comic, it's one of my favorite ones

[@Bit2brain]

lizard .master Me too. It was really well done. I would have been curious to see another version with the Batman armor used by Azrael.

[@thejanusproject32]

The Predator in this version is not honourable. Kills anything and everything. Killing a cat for no reason.

[@davidholt2589]

I had Batman vs Predator 2

[@donjuandelanoootch]

@@davidholt2589 I have batman vs predator 1,2 and 3 lol all 3 great reads

[@revantpamidi5249]

Damn that's so cool *looks for ski-mask*

[@northamericanhamrammr8355]

Still in my top favorite books of all time. Hell i bought the full book collection of the series & that was still like 25 years ago. Better than every Predator movie past the first 2. Hell yes I defend Predator 2.

[@mkultra8729]

Predator 2 is one of the greatest films ever made.

[@billcipher3946]

@@mkultra8729lol the original is

[@DeltaAssaultGaming]

Of the 3 Batman vs Predator stories DC's put out over the years, I can say with some certainty that the first one is still the best, by a considerable margin. The second book suffers from an incredibly bad artist at the helm, and some plot twists that are straight out of Predator 2... resulting in a story that's often clumsy and feels derivative. The third book is quite an improvement, possessing good quality artwork, but since it's the third outing with Batman and these fiendish foes, there's a sense of familiarity and Batman feels a lot more confident in taking them on, which makes the Predators feel completely nerfed. It doesn't help that we have to deal with the pesky sidekick Tim Drake, who butts in and wants to know what's going on every five minutes. The first book is everything that you could hope for in a titanic crossover matchup between Batman and the Predator. They're both hunters of men, so naturally the Predator judges Batman to be the worthiest prize for his trophy collection. But on the side, he doesn't mind spending some free time cutting and gutting some of Gotham's most dangerous mob bosses and henchmen. Since this is their first encounter, Batman isn't really sure what's going on at first and we get to see his detective skills at work. But even though he gradually pieces it together, it's not nearly enough, as this Predator is fully as capable as he's ever been depicted and nearly kills Bats in their first direct confrontation. That's what's so satisfying and refreshing about this story, the fact that unlike the majority of his street level foes, Batman is at a severe disadvantage and gets knocked out by a foe vastly more skilled and vicious then any he's faced in his past. But of course, you know Batman will rebound and prep time his way to even the playing field for round two. And he does it just as you'd imagine Batman would, with equal parts technology, martial skill, and strategic thinking. It's very reminiscent of Arnold's prep time in the first Predator movie. And that's the thing... with the Predator in this urban jungle, you'd think it'd be very similar to Predator 2. But while that's true on a superficial level, the actual essence of the story is much closer to Predator 1, with two larger than life characters eventually finding themselves in a duel to the death. Besides the excellent story, BvP also boasts fantastic artwork from a young hungry Andy Kubert. In the prime of his youth and brimming with talent, Kubert delivers a very high quality Jim Lee-style depiction of Batman, while simultaneously drawing a striking and powerful image of the Predator. He perfectly captures the sheer strength and musculature of the Predator from the movies, in highly dynamic poses which effectively convey the savage nature of this alien from beyond the stars. Since the book came out after Predator 2, we also get the full arsenal of the Predator, such as his target seeking smart disc and net-gun. Highly recommended for anyone with an interest in Predator or Batman... it's the best of the series and one of the greatest crossover efforts in all of comics.

[@oHelmy3131]

Best commentary ever!... I just bumped into this series on ebay and purchased all 3 of them... because of how dang excited I am I decided to youtube it and bumped into all this... I appreciate all the comments but this one was the best!

[@melvinfranco2142]

Great reasons, sir.

[@Evixyn]

Great recap of the film and story of Batman. This video has a great narration and I just loved this video. Thank you for your summary.

[@HellzDrifter]

Subjective but nice opinion buddy

[@dallaire876]

Tf is wrong with predator two

[@youcantalwaysgetwhatyouwan8419]

Love this story, one of the few graphic novels I’ve retained since I was a kid. Armoured batman was the shit

[@arcstrider5728]

This is some of your top drawer content my guy. This is why I subscribed.

[@noremac387]

This story is so good because you really see Batmans Detective skills. most stories. Batman is just seeing doing superhero things. But here you actually see the detective side of him shine

[@RICKYCHAVEZ1980]

This guy is a terrific narrator. I could listen to him read books or comics all day long. Excellent video, I only wish I could give two thumbs up but I'm definitely giving it a thumbs up.

[@86blackberrywhite]

He sounds a lot like Colin Salmon IMO.

[@sbentsen2714]

I love these older '90s Batman comics, the art style and the costumes are amazing. Really digging this time period 👌🏼

[@dondraper3898]

Thanks, Mr H (and a VERY Merry Christmas to you and Jasper) I love this comic. Dave Gibbons made this work in a way that has yet to be paralleled he also offered the only contribution to The Watchmen that is any good (that being the art). The Kubert art here is also worth noting (early on in their career but still rocks). "It's me... BATMAN." - armed with a 'Slugger. No gadgets or Batmobile- just a baseball bat. Fuckin' awesome and should be more iconic in the pop culture landscape than it currently is.

[@steveosborn7224]

Predator was cleaning up Gotham in a way Batman, the police, the courts and jails never could

[@CasualCasimir]

Predator was hunting humans for sport, killing them and hanging them on the ship as trophies. Ain’t nothing what he did was better than anyone else. He was a monster that needed to be put down and stopped.

[@dallaire876]

​@@CasualCasimir Just how their culture is.

[@CasualCasimir]

@@dallaire876 Doesn’t justify it. So don’t try to

[@dallaire876]

@@CasualCasimir Ehh Seems like every culture starts Hunting lower life forms for sport.

[@dallaire876]

@@CasualCasimir The pred was a bad blood though. so he He deserved it and was going to die anyway

[@melabbott1894]

This is awesome. Had the BvP 3 shot as a kid and probably read it 20+ times. Thanks for the member berries. 👍

[@brightglory5734]

Nine minutes in and it's honestly great.

[@jakemonster001]

I like the father/son one. When the pred doesn't see Batman in his Freeze Suit and then Batman smiles it's just great.

[@danielwillliams9669]

Great narration! Thank you and even though I read this comic many years ago - you definitely brought it to life.

[@shainewhite2781]

This is pretty cool! Thanks for the video!! Merry Christmas!!🎄❄️☃️

[@Humongous420]

I can remember walking inti Mr Paperback and seeing this first issue, i can remember waiting in anticipation for the next issues! Mr H you really brought back some amazing memories from my youth by covering this comic series. Thanks for everything you do bro! Sitting in quarantine isn't so bad with channels like yours

[@mikedolan6176]

I've gotta say that the first run, the issues here, are some of the best comics I've ever read. Collected these when they came out and I've always been a massive Pred/Bat fan the story works so well and the art is beautifully dark. A gem in my collection and a perfect blending of mythos. The other two collections were not nearly as good as the first. Same with the Superman/Alien books. Couldn't nail it like that first run. Great video, sir. Once again. 🤘🇨🇦✌

[@shainewhite2781]

I love this comic book series!! It's pretty bad ass involving the Dark Knight Facing off against an intergalactic warrior hell-bent on turning Gotham into it's personal hunting ground.

[@VarangianVigilante]

one of the great crossover titles

[@v888t]

The Predator in this one is BRUTAL... He kills everyone and everything....

[@thedarkknight1971]

17:24 - Being a Batfan (have been since I was young), I have that Graphic Novel, as well as countless others)... That whole page (minus the speech bubbles)... I had acrylic painted onto the entire back of my motorcycle jacket, and, the colours, the way it looks on the jacket... Looks just like an enlargement of that page stuck on my jacket. It's excellent work done by an old friend. Still have it 30 years later too! 👌👍 It would be brilliant if they did this in film, however, ONLY IF they did a proper job with NO 'Modern day' take on characters, storylines or pushing 'The Message' etc 😎🇬🇧

[@nathanfreeman8250]

the drag queen predator and it's trans kids.... are coming to fight the gay batman

[@splinter360]

Brings back memories. Borrowed this from the library as a kid in the early 2000's.

[@mrpushrod9279]

I had this comic when it came out, but I was young and didn't take care of it. I always liked the artwork in it. The Armored Batsuit and the way the Batmobile was drawn are some of my favorites. Great job with the Narration Mr H. if youtube doesn't work out you should look into voice overs for animations.

[@robsosa5197]

It seems like batman would constantly be the target of predators. He would be a top prize for their race.

[@LeoLau-ip9bv]

15:03 YAA GET HIM LEO THAT'S MY NAME GET HIM

[@EvilKidboo]

I have the original hard case Graphic novel of the story absolutely amazing one of the greatest Batman stories in my opinion

[@charliedallachie3539]

Another good one is the Predator vs Wolverine

[@Pendy13131]

I loved these comics as a kid, they hold such a special place in my heart.

[@Yearz1986]

This would be a dope animated movie and nice narration💯💯👍

[@alextalbain9269]

It was really clever to have the predator kill himself like that as it makes sure Batman is able to stick to his no killing rule.

[@thumpire]

Loved this man, thank you very much. I never had this graphic novel myself as a kid but my friend did, I ended up getting Batman Vs Predator 2 which we traded back and forth over the years. Would be great if you did the 2nd one as well, with all the assassins hired to kill Batman being taken out by the Predator instead. Love your channel sir, thanks again for all you do. Merry Christmas 🎄.

[@Lonewolf026]

You need to do this more often. This was awesome!!!!!

[@evrettej]

What a good concept. I think if they had the right director the movie adaptation would be cool to see.

[@Samshorror]

This is my favorite batman story back in the day! Yes, I own the comics again now. But it's good to see it's being preserved for others to enjoy!

[@plokiju8876]

I still have those 3 comics. It be awesome if they made a movie.

[@thedoruk6324]

🅱atman is the type of dude whose just won't slay an interstellar murderous lifeform just because murdering and alien murderer makes him look mean. This was quite the older classical style of videos; very cool ! 👍

[@Susanville77]

I know that this video is from last year, but I read this comic. Loved it.

[@BboyDossiell]

Thank you for making these!! Had so many of these comics you cover in my childhood but lost them in a house fire a long time ago....the images bring me back instantly!

[@austinwillcut4919]

You should replace them, you can find a ton of these old comics on ebay. I bought an ebay lot of Marvel Nightbreed comics for under 20 dollars.

[@dominictrujillo3323]

I still remember the day when I first found and read Part 1 of Batman vs Predator at my local Kmart, and I just couldn't help but drool over it. It was so good 👍

[@rwd76]

This brings back a few memories.. I still have this book in my bedroom in my parents house.

[@thewilhelmscream7912]

Classic, and a fantastic fun little comic, you do it justice!!!

[@Merica1776o]

Predator: Who.. the hell… are youuu Batman: *inhales* I’m Batman.

[@jacobbornowsky4013]

I just recently found your Chanel but I’ve been into comics for a long time and I gotta say that was a great breakdown of that story. I like how you made it your own style 🤙🏽

[@colbyburke5910]

There NEEDS to be a Batman vs Predator movie big screen or animated as well as the other crossover comics like Batman vs tmnt i just love them so much.

[@Dude-oh8vq]

Very nice! There's still a part of me that wants to see a live action film of this, or a TV series on a cable network, with the right director/s and writers.

[@nodiggity4283]

The fan video of batman vs predator was cool I saw it years ago

[@TheShadowOfHumanity]

How do these not get more views? These are so good!!!!

[@grantbarnes3678]

Right on time! Have been hoping for more of these since the Dredd one. Next best thing to the Alien audiodramas.

[@HiCon37]

Bought the first series 1-3 for 18 bucks on Amazon in brand new condition back in 2009, been sitting around and now want to get the rest. Great collab.

[@damoncyphers]

Brilliant as always

[@petergalione9704]

I really enjoy the explained series. Thanks.

[@thepowerofIandI]

17:20 is what made this comic one of my most favorite of all fucking time. That panel is just glorious

[@jacotromp1065]

The opening song of this video is amazing

[@ninocampos9107]

This story is amazing. The artwork is gorgeous

[@idigchickflicks8730]

I have this series and it’s imo one of Batman’s greatest adversaries. You know your a match when Batty has to put the Exoframe on to rock with you

[@NickEBN79]

Love this story. One of my favorite comic book series of all time.

[@ULTRONNOCOMM]

22:45 predator saw Wayne trophy, that momment predator fucked up

[@bengillam8024]

borrowed this from the library when i was a kid have n't seen it in years. cheers. My fav crossover was lobo vs the mask

[@curtcastle2919]

Dam this was so goood 😢

[@MrDeleon9999]

One of my favorites videos of yours.

[@jacotromp1065]

This was a good video dude, thank you. I truly enjoyed it. You truly should think about doing audiobooks, you have a great voice for it. Keep up the awesome job you are doing

[@LoganWood121]

Fantastic work Mr. H! Would love to see more of these!

[@arnie24070127]

Been looking forward to these again!!

[@bobsav76]

Very cool, thanks.

[@1jasup]

I listened to this in bed on the night before Christmas. What a wonderful holiday yarn.

[@ElMalito187]

Predator vs Bane 😊

[@exoticcarfactsofficialchan7050]

Outstanding work of fiction. Two of my favorite character IPs. Great video 😎👍

[@lukecharlton]

Will you be doing more crossover comics?

[@Raven7400]

I feel Batman understands the humanoid anatomy enough to quickly strike sensitive spots. His martial arts skills? On top of benching 1k and squatting a ton?

[@Mr_Sirsiah3993]

Great vid like your Batman voice as well 👍👌💪👏👏

[@eddieash6189]

Well read! Enjoyed the video, big like.

[@JamalDark]

Batman : what a hell are you ? Predator: roar I'm not like one of your enemies in Gotham

[@LonelyLoserDon]

Great video! I remember this comic was a big deal, when I was a kid.

[@krolltheknight]

Ooooo I would love to see Damien get that sword someday or maybe find it stashed away in his inheritance.

[@monkehriot]

I ended up here because of a family guy bit where a guy in a coma made up this idea and I wanted to see if it was real

[@eragonspirit]

Same here lmao

[@silascraven]

The scene where the predators give Batman the sword was so awesome and easily my favorite moment in this comic

[@estradaskull8097]

This is a great video very very cool Mr H I really liked it

[@MetroCammellDMUs]

awesome. now waiting for ya to do Batman Vs Predator II

[@darthphayde508]

Still have these comics around somewhere, was a great mini series. Finally got around to reading the other two a few months back when they had all three on sale for the kindle.

[@brightglory5734]

Our Loregiver returns in epic form.

[@jeanclaudesuarez5883]

Thats one king kong sized predator @5:00. Didn’t know they had pym particles

[@dashingdreww1185]

They needa make these Predator vs stories an animated series

[@thiagopereira8125]

Me: (scrolling) Oh my god there’s nothing interesting on KZbin anymore! (Drinks water) Also me: sees Batman vs predator (spits water)

[@danielwilliams5528]

That was a really good story never even knew existed enjoyed listening thanks for the video

[@googesowders2758]

Wonderful reading Thank you

[@Shad0wBoxxer]

“Grab a coffee” huh im just pouring my coffee and you said this rofl

[@axehammer3850]

Badass looking armour. The Batman using SONAR, perfect.

[@alwaysdirty155]

good story,good narrator.tysm.:)

[@vincenthernandez2642]

Hell yeah!!! Now “BatmanVSAliens”

[@johnwinchesterp2963]

The first is one of the best crossovers with the aliens/predator species.

[@KevJSmith]

First time I really checked out Batman Vs Predator I spotted what could be the New Batmobile being used in the Matt Reeves Batman film next year

[@andrewmcleod9312]

Thank you !! God bless and all the best buddy.

[@patrickmcabee123]

Great episode “Mr. H”...👍🏼

[@williamcook3663]

Damn, you did a really good job at narrating this story.....

[@sunnibird]

One of the only comics I still own :)

[@francisdionbatchar542]

Imagine if batman never held back from the start... Remember, he tries hard not to kill because if he did, he would not choose a bat as a weapon of choice.