Robin #25 (1995, DC Comics)

Series: Robin vol. 2 #25
Publisher: DC Comics
Edition: Direct Edition (barcode logo on cover)
Cover Price: $1.95

Key Features:

• Title: “Sophomore Lethal” — Tim Drake tackles a gun problem at his high school

• Tim, Spoiler (Stephanie Brown), and Green Arrow confront local gun runners

• Tragedy strikes when student Karl Ranck is accidentally shot: a rare, socially grounded storyline in Robin

Creative Team:

• Writer: Chuck Dixon

• Penciler: Mike Wieringo

• Inker: Stan Woch (with Terry Austin credited on the cover)

• Colorist: Adrienne Roy (cover colors by Bob LeRose)

• Letterer: Tim Harkins

• Editor: Dennis O’Neil (associate: Jordan B. Gorfinkel)

Story Summary:

Tim Drake returns to Gotham Heights High where he uncovers a brewing gun culture. Partnering with Spoiler and guest-star Green Arrow, he attempts intervention—but tragedy occurs when a stray bullet kills student Karl Ranck. The issue explores the consequences of gun violence through Tim’s effort to reconcile his civilian and superhero identities.