Batman #5

In "The Dying City Part One," Batman uncovers a surprising turn in Nygma’s criminal evolution—now a tech entrepreneur with a clean public image—while grappling with the growing complexities of Wayne Enterprises under new management. As Mayor Nakano struggles with mounting political pressure and personal strain, a reckless new vigilante emerges in Gotham, threatening to destabilize the city’s fragile order.

In "The Dying City Part Two," Batman and Commissioner Gordon race to uncover the truth behind Mayor Nakano’s murder, following a trail that leads to both Nygma and Leonid Kull—each with motive and means. As Bruce Wayne grapples with the shocking revelation that a man claiming to be his half-brother has staked a claim on half of Wayne Enterprises, the investigation deepens into a web of deception that threatens Gotham’s already fragile order.

In "The Dying City Part Three," Batman grapples with the fallout of Jim Gordon’s secret affair with Koyuki, a connection that ignited a deadly clash with Nakano—leaving the truth of the mayor’s death shrouded in doubt. With Nygma exploiting rumors of Bruce’s half-brother’s claim to Wayne Enterprises, the city’s power struggle intensifies, and Batman must navigate betrayal and ambition before Gotham collapses further.

In "The Dying City Part Finale," Batman races to stop Leonid Kull from escaping Gotham with Nygma's code, leading to a high-stakes showdown aboard a damaged jet above the city. As the jet plummets, Batman fights to steer it safely through Gotham’s streets, while Commander Star—revealed to be KGBeast—unleashes chaos on Wayne Enterprises, forcing Batman to confront both the enemy and his own fractured past.