Cassandra Cain, a name synonymous with the Batgirl mantle, is finally getting the recognition she deserves. As the third heroine to don the Batgirl cowl, Cassandra was the first to headline a solo series, a milestone that cemented her place in the Bat-Family. However, her journey since then has been anything but smooth. Despite the setbacks, DC Rebirth restored her status within the Bat-Family, and now, after nearly two decades, Cassandra Cain is set to star in a new solo series that promises to reestablish her as a pivotal character in the DC Universe.
The upcoming series, set to debut on November 6, 2024, will be written by Tate Brombal with art by Takeshi Miyazawa. In this thrilling new chapter, Cassandra is forced into an uneasy alliance with her mother, the notorious assassin Lady Shiva, as they face off against rival assassins targeting them both. This dangerous partnership will propel Batgirl on a relentless quest for truth, justice, and revenge—a journey that is sure to test her limits and redefine her legacy.
Cassandra’s return to the Batgirl role in this series is particularly significant. In recent years, the Batgirl title has been shared between her, Barbara Gordon, and Stephanie Brown, following the New 52 reboot that initially erased all the Batgirls except Barbara Gordon from the main timeline. Cassandra’s character was further marginalized by a storyline that unjustly portrayed her as a villain, only to later be reinstated into the Bat-Family under different codenames, such as Black Bat and Orphan.
Now, as the 25th anniversary of her first appearance approaches, DC Comics seems to be finally giving Cassandra Cain the spotlight she deserves. This new series is not just a celebration of her legacy but an affirmation that Cassandra Cain is a worthy and vital Batgirl.
Batgirl #1 is set to hit comic shops on November 6, 2024. Fans of Cassandra Cain and the Bat-Family won’t want to miss this epic return to form for one of DC’s most compelling heroines.