Description
Sink your teeth into Detective Comics #876, the gripping beginning of Scott Snyder’s “Hungry City” storyline, featuring stunning, atmospheric art by Jock. This issue marks a dark turning point in Snyder’s acclaimed Detective run, blending psychological tension with noir-inspired detective storytelling.
When a murdered man turns up inside a killer whale that crashes into Gotham Harbor, Batman (Dick Grayson) must unravel a mystery that reaches deep into the city’s corruption. Snyder’s writing is razor-sharp and layered with unease, while Jock’s gritty, shadow-soaked visuals amplify every moment of dread and discovery.
Praised for its cinematic pacing, chilling imagery, and detective-driven plot, Detective Comics #876 is essential reading for fans of modern Batman tales and one of the defining issues of Snyder’s pre–New 52 era.
Writer: Scott Snyder
Artist: Jock
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: June 2011
Issue: #876
— A bold, haunting entry in the Batman mythos — perfect for collectors of dark Gotham storytelling.
