Batman and Robin Annual #2

Batman and Robin sweep dramatically across a rain-soaked Gotham rooftop on this 2014 annual's cover, rendered with crisp energy by Mike McKone — the Dark Knight's cape billowing wide as a youthful Robin lunges forward at his side, both figures radiating the kinetic urgency of a city-wide pursuit. Peter J. Tomasi and Doug Mahnke bring their New 52 run to an oversized format with "Batman and Robin: Week One," a title that promises a fresh look at the partnership behind the bat-symbol. At $4.99, this annual delivers extra pages of the Dynamic Duo at their most driven.