Detective Comics #741 1999

Detective Comics #741, published by DC in February 2000, is a pivotal chapter in the "No Man's Land" saga, specifically "Endgame, Part Three." The story sees Batman and his allies launch a desperate final offensive against the Joker. Notably, Azrael makes a significant sacrifice to protect Batgirl and Mercy Graves. The issue culminates in a dramatic confrontation where Commissioner Gordon, reeling from the Joker's heinous actions, shoots the villain in the knee, a key, emotional moment for collectors. Harley Quinn also features, initially impersonating the Joker.