Detective Comics #493

In "Riddles in the Dark," the Riddler’s latest escape sends him from Gotham to Houston, forcing Batman to follow and confront a mind game that leaves even the Dark Knight momentarily stumped. Teaming up with the newly introduced Swashbuckler, Batman must unravel a series of intricate puzzles before the Riddler’s next move goes too far. Written by Cary Burkett and illustrated by Don Newton, with inks by Dan Adkins, colors by Adrienne Roy, and letters by John Costanza, the issue’s cover by Jim Aparo captures the mystery and tension of a chase across cities and minds.