Batman #185

In "Batman, Junior," a rare moment of emotional distance between Batman and Robin takes a surprising turn when the Boy Wonder stumbles upon a long-buried photograph showing Batman with a younger version of himself—years before Robin ever existed. Written by Edmond Hamilton and illustrated by Sheldon Moldoff, with inks by Charles Paris and lettering by Pat Gordon, this 1966 tale explores the shadow of legacy in a way that’s both poignant and quietly unsettling. The cover, a collaborative effort by Moldoff, Swan, and Mooney, with inks by Kaye, Moldoff, and Paris, captures the tension between mentor and protégé with classic flair.