The Shadow #12

The Shadow looms large over a monochromatic nighttime cityscape on this striking Alex Ross cover, his wide-brimmed black hat and crimson scarf the only splashes of color against the grey metropolis sprawling far below. Pistol in hand, he gazes downward with a quiet, predatory intensity that perfectly captures why this pulp vigilante has endured for decades. Dynamite's 2013 run continues to be a worthy showcase for the character, and this issue's cover alone makes a compelling case for picking it up.