Superman / Batman: Torment

In this 2011 DC one-shot, writer Alan Burnett and artist Dustin Nguyen pit the World's Finest duo against a supernatural threat from beyond the grave. The story finds Superman and Batman investigating a series of bizarre, seemingly impossible murders that lead them to an ancient evil awakened in Metropolis. Nguyen’s moody, painted artwork gives the horror-tinged tale a distinct, atmospheric feel that sets it apart from the typical team-up. It’s a compact, self-contained thriller that showcases the pair's detective skills against a foe neither can punch their way through.