Bruce Wayne announces the prototype of a device capable of solving the energy crisis. This draws the attention of the League of Assassins. When Silver Monkey attacks Wayne Manor, it is up to Alfred and Katana to keep the assassin at bay.
Life-sized army men have started appearing, armed with real weapons. When Batman investigates, he discovers that they are not toys, but people trapped inside explosive shells. All clues lead to a former mob accountant named Humpty Dumpty.
With the League of Assassins knowing where the Soultaker Sword is, but unable to get Katana to return it, Silver Monkey decides that the only course of action is to kidnap Bruce Wayne and hold him for ransom: His life for the sword.
