Batman: Fortunate Son

In this 1999 DC one-shot, writer Gerard Jones and artist Gene Ha tell a standalone Batman story that explores the dark side of fame and rebellion. When a charismatic rock star with a dangerous secret comes to Gotham, the Dark Knight must confront a villain whose influence reaches beyond the streets. A tight, character-driven thriller that uses the trappings of music culture to examine Batman's role as a protector of innocence.