Batman: City of Crime

A gritty, sprawling detective saga by writer/artist David Lapham, with Ramón Bachs on art, this DC series reimagines Gotham as a labyrinth of urban decay and moral compromise. Originally published in 2006, Batman: City of Crime digs into the city's underbelly through a single, dense issue that prioritizes atmosphere and character over superhero spectacle. It stands as a distinctive, noir-infused take on the Dark Knight, emphasizing the systemic rot beneath the surface of his crusade.