Batman: Detective Comics Vol. 1: Mercy of the Father

Over the years, the Caped Crusader has faced down foes of all different shapes and sizes, from killer mutants to cosmic deities and everything in between—but now he faces the cold and uncaring march of time!

Batman confronts his own mortality and uncovers a far-reaching and deadly conspiracy in the process that threatens the very heart of Gotham City. How far will the Dark Knight go to ensure he is able to stand vigil over his home for decades to come? And what price will he have to pay?

This gripping saga explores the physical and psychological limits of the world’s greatest detective as he battles an enemy that cannot be punched or outsmarted. Experience one of the most personal and high-stakes chapters in Batman's legendary history.

Collects Detective Comics #1090–1096.