Shadowpact: The Burning Age

Shadowpact: The Burning Age (2009, DC) is a single-issue one-shot that pits a team of DC's mystical misfits against a creeping magical apocalypse. Written by Matthew Sturges with art by Phil Winslade, it expands on the Shadowpact's corner of the DC Universe during a time of supernatural upheaval. This story matters as a focused, self-contained chapter in the team's legacy, showcasing Sturges' knack for dark fantasy and Winslade's detailed, atmospheric visuals.