Batman #512

In "Prodigal: Part I: Robin and Batman," Bruce Wayne steps back from the mantle, leaving the city in the hands of a new Batman—Jo, the former Robin—whose first mission is a brutal clash with the vengeful Killer Croc, who sees the new Batman as a personal affront. Written by Doug Moench and illustrated by Mike Gustovich, with inks by Romeo Tanghal and colors by Adrienne Roy, this pivotal issue charts the uneasy transition of power with raw intensity. The cover by Mike Manley captures the moment’s tension in sharp, striking detail.