Batman: The Bat and the Beast #[nn]

In "The Bat and the Beast, Part One," Batman ventures into Moscow to confront the Tsar, a ruthless mob leader who’s risen to power with the help of a mysterious, powerful captive. With the threat of a thermonuclear bomb and a dangerous expansion into Gotham looming, Batman must face a foe whose origins are tied to a secret from twelve years ago. Written by Peter Milligan and illustrated by Andy Clarke, with colors by David Baron and letters by Sal Cipriano, the issue’s striking cover by Jock sets the tone for a tense, high-stakes clash of wills.