Batman Mr. Freeze 1997

Batman: Mr. Freeze #1997 presents the definitive origin story for Victor Fries, formally integrating the tragic backstory from Batman: The Animated Series into DC Comics continuity. Written by Paul Dini, the issue details Fries' desperate attempts to save his terminally ill wife, Nora, through cryogenics, and the accident that transforms him into the cold-hearted villain. This comic is notable for being the first appearance of Nora Fries in the main comic book universe. The story culminates in a devastating confrontation with Batman, where Nora's cryogenic chamber is inadvertently destroyed, fueling Freeze's vengeful obsession.