Batman #23.2

Part of DC's 2013 "Villains Month" event under the New 52 banner, this issue hands the spotlight entirely to the Riddler — and Guillem March's cover makes a strong case for why he deserves it. Edward Nygma cuts a supremely confident figure in his green suit and question-mark bowler, cane in hand and gloved fingers raised in a knowing gesture, while a chained, shadowed figure slumps helplessly behind him. Scott Snyder and Ray Fawkes team with artist Jeremy Haun to tell "Solitaire," a story that feels as calculated and self-assured as the villain posing on its cover.