6. “Dead Robin” (Issues 33-36)

When a kid in a Robin costume (who may or may not be the real deal) turns up dead in an alleyway, thrown from a rooftop, what do the detectives of the MCU do? And what happens when a second dead Robin surfaces in Gotham Harbor?

It is these questions that touch off a major investigation that brings multiple worlds colliding together. MCU Captain Maggie Sawyer starts questioning the relationship she has with the press, Detective Romy Chandler deals with the loss of her partner and her resentment of Batman and Stacy the Receptionist gets some great character development. "Dead Robin" also gives us a scene involving the MCU and the Teen Titans which is wonderful, especially the art and coloring which show off the heroes as larger than life figures, even the teenaged ones. It's a mystery until the end with red herrings and twists at every turn. Also, reporter Simon Lippman is a pretty great part of the supporting cast and this is his time to shine.

Oh and when Batman shows up? The situation gets real in a way that truly reinforces the character's greatness. "Kill the lights in the squad room"¦ and the box" sends chills down my spine no matter how many times I read it.