Batman #492

Batman faces Bane in the aftermath of the villain's devastating escape plan that freed Arkham Asylum's most dangerous inmates. This issue is part of the legendary "Knightfall" storyline, featuring the iconic moment where Bane breaks Batman's back after the Dark Knight has been pushed to his physical and mental limits. Written by Doug Moench with art by Jim Aparo, this is one of the most pivotal issues in Batman history.