Batman: Dark Victory

In this 2001 series from Panini Deutschland, Batman faces a new serial killer whose crimes echo the holiday-themed murders of the Holiday killer, while the Dark Knight also contends with the rise of a new, more organized criminal element in Gotham. The story deepens the legacy of the Long Halloween, exploring the transition of the city's underworld from the old mob families to a new breed of supervillains. Written by Jeph Loeb with art by Tim Sale, this eight-issue saga is a key chapter in the duo's celebrated collaboration, known for its noir-infused atmosphere and emotional weight in defining Batman's early years.