Batman / The Shadow: The Murder Geniuses #[nn]

In the chilling prologue to their crossover, Batman and The Shadow collide over the murder of Lamont Cranston, with The Shadow revealing a sinister plot known as "The Stags" and warning of a new threat. As Batman pieces together the clues, he realizes the next target is Dr. Leslie Thompkins—setting the stage for a dangerous game of shadows and secrets. Written by Scott Snyder and Steve Orlando, with moody, atmospheric art by Riley Rossmo and colors by Ivan Plascencia, the cover by Rossmo captures the eerie tension of this pivotal moment.