Batman Secret Files # 1 2018 NM-

Batman Secret Files #1 is an anthology comic book released by DC Comics on October 31, 2018. Serving as a companion piece to Tom King's main Batman (Vol. 3) run, the 48-page special delves into Batman’s extensive case histories and uncovers past and present Gotham mysteries. 

The issue is structured around a main framing sequence that connects four standalone short stories, each crafted by a unique team of prominent writers and artists: 

Included Stories

• "True Strength"
• Creators: Tom King (Writer) & Mikel Janín (Artist)
• Plot: This acts as the framing narrative for the entire issue. It features a significant appearance by Superman, who presents Batman with a chunk of Platinum Kryptonite—a rare substance capable of granting a normal human the permanent powers of a Kryptonian. Bruce spends the issue contemplating whether he should use it to become a literal superhero. 
• "The Nature of Fear"
• Creators: Ram V (Writer) & Jorge Fornés (Artist)
• Plot: A gritty psychological tale that examines the terrifying effects of Scarecrow's fear toxin on the everyday, "common man" citizens of Gotham. 
• "One"
• Creators: Cheryl Lynn Eaton (Writer) & Elena Casagrande (Artist)
• Plot: Batman and Commissioner Gordon investigate a low-income neighborhood known as "The Hill". They look into a string of gang murders linked to rogue WayneTech defense drones being manipulated to transport drugs.
• "Enough"
• Creators: Jordie Bellaire (Writer) & Jill Thompson (Artist)
• Plot: A heavily atmospheric, introspective look at Batman's operational endurance and mental fortitude against his rogues' gallery, including The Riddler.
• "The World's Greatest Detective, and Batman"
• Creators: Tom Taylor (Writer) & Brad Walker (Artist)
• Plot: A fan-favorite, lighter team-up story where the Dark Knight collaborates with Detective Chimp to solve a specialized mystery.