Batman: Venom (2027 Edition)

About this book.

Batman confronts his greatest weakness in a dark story of power, obsession, and addiction—now back in print!Batman has always relied on discipline, determination, and training to overcome impossible odds. But what happens when even that isn't enough?  After failing to save a young life, Bruce Wayne becomes consumed by the need to ensure he never experiences that helplessness again. Desperate to become stronger, faster, and more effective, Batman turns to an experimental performance-enhancing drug known as Venom. At first, the results seem miraculous. But as the substance takes hold, Bruce finds himself trapped in a dangerous cycle that threatens his mission, his judgment, and the very principles that define him. Written by legendary Batman writer Dennis O'Neil and illustrated by Trevor Von Eeden, Batman: Venom is a powerful psychological thriller that explores addiction, personal responsibility, and the cost of pursuing power without limits. Often cited as one of the most influential Batman stories of the modern era, this classic tale helped establish ideas that would echo throughout the Dark Knight's history for decades to come. Collects Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #16-20.