Detective Comics #490

In "Requiem for a Martyr!", Green Arrow takes center stage in a gripping tale of heroism and quiet compassion, demonstrating his trademark precision and unexpected kindness when he saves a cable car teetering on disaster—using his signature arrows to stabilize it and even sending Hostess Fruit Pies to the children inside. With Curt Swan’s expressive artwork and Vince Colletta’s crisp inks, this 1980 issue captures a rare moment of warmth and humanity in the Dark Knight’s world. The cover by Ross Andru and Dick Giordano delivers a striking visual that perfectly frames the story’s emotional weight.