Batman & Dracula: Red Rain is a Hammer inspired story about Dracula infiltrating's Gotham City's underground, feeding on the destitute, and Batman attempting to solve the mysterious murders that are taking place that are linked to Dracula. But, the clues lead to a confrontation for the ages which results in Batman truly becoming a creature of the night.

This is an operatic Horror comic that seamlessly blends two of my favorite things: The Dark Knight and vampires. It's a bit corny but that's part of the appeal.

It's an Elseworld classic for a reason. ( )

Red Rain is the first part of a three-part series I first read as a small boy; the influence it had on me can still be felt to this day. I'm still scared of dark alleys, necks freak me out, and this portrayal of Batman has got to rank up there with the best. Who can possibly beat Batman at his own game, except for Dracula? It's paced brilliantly; the artwork is perfect. You haven't seen Batman until you've seen him fighting vampires. ( )

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