As Bruce Wayne investigates the mysterious black site known as Ark M, he reluctantly draws his friends into Batman's dangerous work — and comes face-to-face with powerful new enemies. What is happening at this dark facility? What is Alfred's history with Bane, the villain who has arrived in Gotham City to protect Ark M's secrets? And what does it all have to do with the mysterious Joker? Collects Absolute Batman #7-14.