Anarky (1997 1st Series)

Anarky (1997 — 1st Series)

The debut miniseries that redefines Anarky as Gotham’s young ideological disruptor and philosophical vigilante.

Overview

Anarky (1997) marks the character’s first solo miniseries, written by Alan Grant with art by Norm Breyfogle. This four-issue run expands Lonnie Machin from a supporting Batman antagonist into a fully realized anti-establishment vigilante with bold political and philosophical motivations.

Synopsis

At just 15 years old, Lonnie uses his brilliance, hacking skills, and home-built tech to take on systemic corruption throughout Gotham. While Batman attempts to rein him in, Anarky wages symbolic and literal war on institutions he sees as oppressive — from government agencies to corporate powers. The series sets the foundation for his transition from rebellious antagonist to independent, morally complex antihero.

Highlights

  • Anarky’s first solo spotlight
  • Philosophical themes rooted in real-world politics
  • Batman and Gotham connections deepen the conflict
  • Grant & Breyfogle’s defining take on the character
Creators Grant · Breyfogle Format 4-Issue Miniseries (1997)