Batman: Manbat

In this 1997 one-shot from DC, writer Jamie Delano and artist John Bolton deliver a moody, character-driven exploration of Kirk Langstrom's tragic alter ego. Rather than a traditional superhero tale, the issue delves into the monstrous and psychological dimensions of the Man-Bat, emphasizing Bolton's lush, painterly visuals. It stands as a striking, standalone meditation on transformation and identity within the DC universe.