Detective Comics #440

In "Ghost Mountain Midnight!", Batman investigates the mysterious abduction of a young woman from a Gotham nightclub, leading him into a shadowy conspiracy tied to a forgotten legend. Written by Archie Goodwin and illustrated with striking precision by Walter Simonson—whose work spans pencils, inks, and colors—this issue introduces a chilling, previously unseen origin for the Manhunters, far removed from the Guardians' creations. The haunting atmosphere is matched by Jim Aparo’s dynamic cover, capturing Batman’s pursuit in a moment of tense urgency.