One ofPoison Ivy’smost iconic and beloved designs is making a comeback in the sequel to one of the greatest Batman stories ever told—Batman: The Long Halloween. While this classic design has already appeared on a stunning variant cover, the cover likely hints at Ivy’s return to the narrative as well, making it even more notable.
This element also further distances Ivy from her humanity, presenting her as more plant than woman—a theme that resonates with her character…
Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale’sBatman: The Long Halloweenstands as one of the most iconic and beloved stories in the Dark Knight’s legacy, particularly for its spotlight on Batman’s infamous rogues and the depth it brought to their characters.
Among the standouts was none other than Poison Ivy, whose bold and reimagined character design, courtesy of the late and legendary Tim Sale, left a lasting impression. Now,DC teases Ivy’s return—along with this iconic look—with a stunning variant cover by Dave JohnsonforBatman: The Long Halloween – The Last Halloween#7, written by Jeph Loeb.
Batman: The Long Halloween – The Last Halloween#7 will be released on June 27, 2025.
Poison Ivy’s IconicLong HalloweenLook Returns to DC
Cover B Variant by Dave Johnson forBatman: The Long Halloween – The Last Halloween#7 (2025)
Dave Johnson’s variant cover forBatman: The Long Halloween – The Last Halloween#7 is a unique and inventive showcase of his art style, yet it still feels like a heartfelt homage to Tim Sale’s iconic design for Poison Ivy fromBatman: The Long Halloween.The key detail tying it all together is Ivy’s hair. While the Gotham City Siren is typically depicted with flaming red locks—a defining feature of her appeal—Sale boldly replaced her hair with lush plant foliage, creating one of Ivy’s most distinctive and memorable looks.Johnson continues this legacy by replacing Ivy’s red hair with a vibrant mass of green leaves, staying true to Sale’s groundbreaking vision.
Johnson’s commitment to preserving this defining physical trait not only honors Sale’s artistry but also reaffirms the unique brilliance of this design. Beyond its nostalgic charm,the return of this look feels especially fitting, as it emphasizes Ivy’s deep connection to plants. By incorporating foliage into her appearance, the design pays tribute to her plant manipulation powers in a way that extends beyond her usual attire. This element also further distances Ivy from her humanity, presenting her as more plant than woman—a theme that resonates with her character, as she often identifies more closely with the plant world than with people.
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DC Teases the Return of Poison Ivy inBatman: The Long Halloween – The Last Halloween
Main Cover by Tim Sale forBatman: The Long Halloween#6 (1997)
While Poison Ivy’s plant hair design has only reappeared through a variant cover so far, it’s highly likely that her return to the narrative ofBatman: The Long Halloween – The Last Halloweenis imminent. Given that this variant cover is illustrated by Dave Johnson, the series’ lead artist, it likely serves as a subtle hint of what’s to come. It will be particularly intriguing to see the in-story design Johnson chooses for Ivy, as it may differ from the more detailed and stylized version showcased on the cover. Still, fans can feel confident that Johnson will stay true to Tim Sale’s original vision forThe Long Halloweenversion ofPoison Ivy.
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BATMAN THE LONG HALLOWEEN: THE LAST HALLOWEEN #7is available July 03, 2025, from DC Comics!
