Cover: Jim Starlin

Detective Comics #481

Dec 1978 · DC · 1.00 USD

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“Ticket to Tragedy”

In "Ticket to Tragedy," Robin steps into the spotlight—not just as a hero, but as a symbol, testing out three fan-designed costumes while chasing the mystery of Gary Stephans' disappearance. With the enigmatic Raven lingering in the shadows, the line between fan devotion and danger blurs. Written by Bob Rozakis and illustrated by Don Newton, with inks by Dan Adkins, colors by Gene D'Angelo, and letters by Shelly Leferman, the issue’s cover by Jim Starlin captures the tension in a single, striking image.

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writer Bob Rozakis · artist Don Newton · inker Dan Adkins · colorist Gene D'Angelo · letterer Shelly Leferman · cover Jim Starlin

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Full credits

writer Bob Rozakis

artist Don Newton

inker Dan Adkins

colorist Gene D'Angelo

letterer Shelly Leferman

cover pencils, inks Jim Starlin

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Robin agrees to try-out three different new look costumes designed by his fans. While investigating the disappearance of Gary Stephans, Robin has another encounter with the mysterious Raven.

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