Batman #533 1996

Batman #533, published by DC in August 1996, is a pivotal prelude to the major "Legacy" crossover event. In "Twelve Steps to the Heart of Hell," Batman, Robin, and Nightwing travel to Sudan in a desperate search for a cure to the deadly "Clench" virus. The story also features Huntress confronting Commissioner Gordon over quarantine measures. This issue is notable for setting the stage for the widespread virus storyline and includes appearances by key characters such as Penguin, with Bane, Ra's al Ghul, and Talia operating behind the scenes.