Detective Comics #605

In "The Mud Pack, Part Two: Heart of Steel; Feet of Clay?", Lady Clay and Preston Payne carry out a series of daring heists orchestrated by Basil Karlo, all while impersonating Batman to throw Gotham into chaos. With Norm Breyfogle’s sharp art and a moody, grounded tone, Alan Grant crafts a gripping tale where the line between hero and villain blurs—especially when the Dark Knight’s very identity is being weaponized. The cover by Norm Breyfogle captures the tension perfectly, a stark image of deception and doubt.