It's a progression of time, and I think the fans will tell us what year it takes place. It also takes into consideration everything that happened in Dark Victory as well, which happened afterward. It's part of what fascinates me about that time in Batman's career. When asked if the mystery of the original will be revisited in the special, Loeb teased, 'Without giving anything away, the special takes into account some of the original mystery. 'I know they're there because people have written to me and told me what happened! But it was purposely written as a piece that leaves some doubt.' 'The answers are there, as I have always said,' Loeb insisted. RELATED: Batman Writer Discusses Scarecrow's Horror-Themed RedesignĪ unique aspect of the original Batman: The Long Halloween series is that at the conclusion of the series, there was some mystery left as to the identity of the Holiday Killer. I almost immediately talked to Tim about story ideas.' I wanted to make sure this was something Tim and DC would like, and fans would love. 'I haven't written a long-form story in about 10 years. The creators were asked what it was like to work together again after such a long period of time. 'For me it was amazing,' Loeb answered. RELATED: Batman: The Long Halloween's Screenwriter Breaks Down the Animated Film's Twists & Changes I think that approach has brought out the best in a lot of different artists Jeph has written for, and it really shows.' I wish more writers would do that, and I can't understand why they don't. 'I'm the beneficiary, and I'm deeply appreciative of that. 'That's a very unusual thing for a writer to do,' Sale added. I think that brings out the best in both of us.' In particular, I'm writing a Tim Sale Batman story. If any of those things are comparable, I'm writing a Tim Sale story. In terms of the story, I wouldn't write the same movie for Tom Cruise that I would for Denzel Washington or Arnold Schwarzenegger. 'I think it gives them a sense of excitement and a sense of inclusion. 'I like writing things that the artist wants to draw,' Loeb continued.

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