Batman / Phantom Stranger

In this one-shot from 1997, DC Comics pairs the Dark Knight with the enigmatic Phantom Stranger, a supernatural ally who operates beyond the boundaries of known reality. Written by Alan Grant with art by Arthur Ranson, the issue explores a haunting mystery that draws on both Batman's detective skills and the Stranger's arcane knowledge. It's a concise, atmospheric crossover that showcases two of DC's most shadowy figures in a single, self-contained story.