The unusual magical activity in Starling City did not go unnoticed in the shadows of Gotham. Batman, ever vigilant, monitored the energy signatures with a detached but increasingly concerned interest.
The residual magic, coupled with the appearance of a new player wielding such potent and unconventional power, raised numerous red flags in his meticulously organized mind. He contacted Zatanna, their past interactions during various magical crises establishing a tenuous line of communication.
"Zatanna," Batman's voice was a low growl over the comms, devoid of any pleasantries. "The magical disturbances in Starling. They've subsided, but the energy signature… it's unique. Queen."
"Hello to you too, Batsy," Zatanna replied, a hint of amusement in her tone. "Yes, the chaos has been… contained. Thanks in no small part to our emerald friend. His abilities are… unusual."
"Unusual is an understatement. His energy signature doesn't match any known metahuman or magical source. What can you tell me about it?" Batman pressed, his tone demanding.
"It's… primal," Zatanna explained, choosing her words carefully. "A raw connection to fundamental forces. He… resonates with it. It's not something I fully understand myself."
Batman remained silent for a moment. "The warning you mentioned. The figure in the shadows."
"Cryptic and unsettling," Zatanna confirmed. "They spoke of a greater darkness drawn by the recent events."
"I'm coming to Starling," Batman stated flatly. "I want to assess this 'emerald friend' myself and understand the potential ramifications of these magical events."
His impending arrival added another layer of complexity to the already delicate situation, Michael bracing himself for the inevitable scrutiny of the Dark Knight, while Zatanna couldn't help but feel a flicker of amusement at the prospect of the two intensely different men interacting.