Batman confronts a city overrun by monstrous creatures and a sinister organization after a devastating event. Following the destruction of Arkham Asylum during A-DAY, Batman is on a mission to protect Gotham's mayor from the terrorist group THE RED CROWN. Their confrontation leads them into the sewers, where a far more terrifying threat emerges: a massive hatching of monstrous eggs. Simultaneously, the city streets are being overwhelmed by even larger, more horrific creatures, forcing Batman to battle on multiple fronts against overwhelming odds.

The collected issues of Detective Comics #1044-1046 and the 2021 Annual present a dark and action-packed chapter in Batman's ongoing saga. The narrative plunges the hero into a desperate fight for survival against both organized terrorism and a grotesque, city-wide infestation of monstrous entities. The story emphasizes Batman's resilience and determination in the face of overwhelming chaos and horror. This volume promises a visceral experience, showcasing Batman's struggle against threats that extend from the city's underbelly to its very streets, testing his limits as a protector.