 With the success of the limited series , Darren Vincenzo , an assistant editor at DC Comics , and the editor of the Anarky mini @-@ series , promoted the continuation of the comic into a regular monthly title . In the lead @-@ up to the publication of both ventures , Breyfogle and Grant wrote introductory essays intended for the trade paperback in June 1998 . Breyfogle also continued the character costume adjustments he 'd begun for the limited series . Fully redesigning the suit , Breyfogle retained the red jumpsuit , flexible gold mask , and hat , but eliminated the red robes in favor of a more traditional outfit . New additions to the suit included a red cape , golden utility belt , and a single , large Circle @-@ A insignia across the chest , akin to Superman 's iconic " S " shield . Batman : Anarky was published several months later with the new costume featured on the cover page , despite the fact that it does not appear in any of the collected stories . 
