Detective Comics #843

"Opening Night!" kicks off with a pulse-pounding twist: the return of the new Ventriloquist sends shockwaves through Gotham, forcing Batman to step in when a dangerous threat targets magician Zatanna. But when Bruce Wayne is taken hostage during a high-stakes performance, the Dark Knight must balance protecting a friend with unraveling a mystery that’s already one step ahead. Written by Paul Dini and illustrated with sharp, cinematic flair by Dustin Nguyen—whose cover art captures the tension perfectly—this issue blends suspense and spectacle in a story where the spotlight could be the deadliest weapon of all.