A lethal virus has been released on the unknowing inhabitants of Gotham City, causing excruciating pain and ultimate death within 48 hours. Batman races to contain the chaos and find a cure, with help from Robin, Nightwing, Azrael, Huntress, Catwoman and Poison Ivy. Full-color illustrations. Graphic novel format.

Collects:
- Shadow of the Bat: #48, #49
- Detective Comics: #695, #696
- Robin: #27, #28
- Catwoman: #31, #32
- Azrael: #15, #16
- Batman #529
- The Batman Chronicles #4