In 'Faith' part 1 of 3, Batman saves the life of John Ackers, who in turn forms a squad of youths into a righteous vigilante gang to help clean up Gotham City. Batman condones their actions, but Leslie Thompkins, a friend of Bruce Wayne's father, condemns not only them—but Batman, too!

BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT presents the new, original adventures of Batman from the acclaimed digital-first series by an all-star lineup of comics’ finest talents including Damon Lindelof (Lost, Prometheus), Steve Niles (30 Days of Night), Jeff Lemire (ANIMAL MAN) and more! Discover startling sides of The Dark Knight that span from his earliest days in the cowl to his never-ending battles against Gotham’s greatest enemies, including the Joker and Two-Face. Collecting issues #1-5 of BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT!

Acclaimed writer/artist Bryan Talbot presents part one of 'Mask,' in which Batman, injured and delirious, awakens in the hospital. But in his confusion, even he is not certain whether he's really The Dark Knight—or whether his crime-fighting career is no more than an illusion.

In 'Solomon,' part 2 of the 'Destroyer' crossover continued from BATMAN #474, Batman's investigation of the Destroyer uncovers documents detailing the role of his ancestor Solomon Wayne in the creation of modern Gotham City! Concludes in DETECTIVE COMICS #641.

Robin's investigation into the mysterious Mother Grimm continues, while Batman finds himself the victim of her perilous potions. Where does Grimm come from? And what are her plans for the innocent children of Gotham? 'Grimm' part 2.

Howard Chaykin makes his Batman scripting debut in this first chapter of the 3-part 'Flyer' storyline! A former police helicopter pilot, injured by events caused by The Dark Knight in BATMAN: YEAR ONE, returns as an aerial assassin outfitted with an experimental combat suit!

A new edition of the classic Batman tale by writer Dennis O'Neil that introduces the strength-enhancing drug Venom. After Batman fails to save a young girl, he begins taking the drug in order to lift his limitations; however, when the Dark Knight becomes addicted to the substance, his entire life begins to spiral out of control. The drug Venom later goes on to play a major role in the KNIGHTFALL storyline that sees the villain Bane breaking Batman's back.

Gordon and FBI agent Turner meet frustration in their hunt for the serial killer, Circuit Rider. Meanwhile, the frenzy caused by the merchandizing of Batman reaches critical mass as an imitation Dark Knight rises with deadly consequences. 'Idols' part 2.

Duty' part 1! When the Dark Knight is away, the Joker will play! A young Captain Gordon and his men must take action when there is no Batman to be found. Can they rise to the occasion or will the city become a bloody palette for the performance artist of death?

After the Joker thinks that he has killed Batman, he reacts to the loss of his nemesis by attempting to leave his insanity behind him and lead a normal life as Joseph Kerr.