Batman: Cataclysm

In 1999, DC Comics unleashed a seismic event on Gotham City with Batman: Cataclysm, a single-issue story written primarily by Chuck Dixon and illustrated by Eduardo Barreto. This pivotal tale depicts a massive earthquake that devastates Gotham, leaving its infrastructure in ruins and its Dark Knight facing an unprecedented challenge. The issue serves as the launchpad for a larger narrative arc, setting the stage for the city’s isolation and the subsequent "No Man's Land" saga. It remains a crucial turning point in Batman lore, showcasing Gotham’s resilience and the hero’s determination in the face of literal catastrophe.