Quick Hits: Legends of the Dark Knight #5 (DC)

I love anthology titles because it increases the possibility for welcomes surprises, and this particular issue of Legends of the Dark Knight is exactly what I'm talking about.  I've been trying to find ways to appreciate Joshua Hale Fialkov short of making a commitment to I, Vampire (which if I didn't have to worry about money would probably have been a series to follow since its launch, but looked for all appearances to be something that would've been cancelled long ago), and so along with the recent news that he'll be one of the lead writers in the Green Lantern creative relaunch this was the best thing I could've discovered.  It's a Batman story featuring the classic detective character Slam Bradley (I think I'd respect the much ballyhooed Gotham Central if it had featured more cowbell, I mean Slam Bradley).  And what's more, it's illustrated by Phil Hester.  I love Phil Hester.  I don't have a clue why more people don't love Phil Hester.  He's known for his art, which on fine display here, but he's also a killer writer, as evidenced by anything from Golly to The Anchor.  I would've loved this issue regardless, but it was enjoyable too!