One of the most beloved friendships in DC comics is the mischievous duo, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn. One of the greatest animated comic series in the world, DC comics, continues to keep fans entertained with not only loved classic stories but with the development of new stories for the era. The greatest superheroes in the world wouldn't be complete without some devious characters involved to keep the party going.
Poison Ivy with her ability to transfer poison through a simple touch or seductive kiss and her mind-controlling potential partnered with her gal-pal, Harley Quinn the murderous hysteric is a match made for trouble. Of course, they don't see it that way and their growing gushy-love feelings for each other keep them going strong and on the run. There is still much more to discover about these two erratic femme-fetal characters and their relationship and here are a few fun points to jolt the mind.
Harley Breaks Ivy's Heart Over And Over Again
For true fans of the Harley and Ivy relationship, it's no secret that their friendship has suffered some true obstacles. There is a love-hate bond that seems to keep them on an endless rollercoaster of emotions. Ivy has tried hard to help Quinn rediscover her full potential and get over brutal ex-boyfriend, The Joker.
Ivy even convinces Harley to self-diagnose which results in deeming herself as a classic case of abusive-codependency. Harley can't help but run back into his arms when he comes calling and break Ivy's heart repeatedly.
They Were Married Once
Hard to believe that this erratic relationship would lead to any form of a committed situation. In the recent video game Injustice: Year Zero comic series, Ivy proposes to Harley by surprise during a trip to Las Vegas where they talked out their personal complexes and decided they were stronger together.
This much-anticipated event truly fulfills the Harley-Ivy love affair for fans who have been waiting too long to see it finally happen. Ivy really goes all-out by arranging for Harley's family to be present and hiring an Elvis Presley impersonator.
Poison Ivy Saves Harley From The Joker And Gives Her Immunity To Toxins
Poison Ivy hates all humans because they have hurt her and they have contaminated the world. During her time in Arkham Asylum, she can't stand her psychiatrist, Harley Quinn, then known as Harleen Quinzel. After Ivy unintentionally helps Harley in her attempt to break Joker out of the asylum, Harley leaves a flower for Ivy as a token of appreciation.
Ivy later returns the favor by saving Harley when Joker attempts to drops her in acid. Not only that but by giving her an elixir to make her immune, Harley can now be close to Ivy without being poisoned.
They Shared A Kiss Wrapped In Ivy's Vines
Both flirty and Romantic moments between Harley and Ivy have been frequent ever since Harley's introduction in the 1992 DC animated Series Batman, episode "Joker's Favor". Throughout their intimate bonding and love affair, one monumental event stands out in Bombshell, the night that Harley proves her dedication to Ivy and they share an intimate kiss under a street lamp in the moonlight while Ivy's vines gently wrap around the two.
It's one of the striking scenes that really expressed their affection for one another. Recent series Harley Quinn episode 7 of season 2 also gave fans what they had been waiting for; the kiss that sealed their true feelings for each other.
Harley Quinn Gives Poison Ivy Humanity
A long-lost connection to humanity has made Poison Ivy cold and spiteful. She despises the way humans have treated her and is through giving them any more chances to stop the destruction of the environment and the decimation of plant life. Bound on killing the human race, Ivy is dedicated to her cause.
When Harley is introduced into the scene she eventually grows on Ivy and from there a bond is formed making them best friends and eventually more than that. Harley sharing her humanity through love, failures, loyalty, and betrayals, Ivy can grow a newfound appreciation for humanity.
Ivy Is Traumatized By Harley
Avid DC fans have searched the background of characters like The Flash, Doomsday, or Superman. More recently Hollywood movies have popularized major characters in movies like, Wonderwoman starring Gal Gadot, Aquaman starring Jason Momoa, and Joker which won Joaquin Phoenix an Academy award for best actor in a leading role.
Poison Ivy and Harley are no exception to notoriety. With Harley constantly running back to the Joker, Ivy is left dealing with her life-long complex of abandonment issues.
They Fight Over The Fate Of Humanity
A celebrated and prominent concept in most hero-villain stories is fighting over the salvation or destruction of humankind. Viewers can see this in almost all DC comic films such as Justice League, Suicide Squad, and even the LEGO DC Comic series. In 2017's Batman And Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy has finally developed a toxin that can rid the world of humans and create peace for all plants and nature.
Harley knows she must stop her before it's too late and a violent fight ensues between the two only to end in a heartwarming moment where Harley gets the upper hand. Fans can catch a glimpse of the ordeal on Cheatsheet Entertainment.
They Join Catwoman In Gotham City Sirens
This trio really gets fans jumping off their seats as they embark on fierce adventures. Things are really looking up as DC's 3 most dangerous female villains decide to join forces and take matters into their own hands. This 2009 series contain 36 comics conveying all the mischief and drama that surrounds these female characters.
This series offers an exclusive look into the "female issues" that surround these DC villainous vixens. When tensions clash and feelings are betrayed, things don't end so well for this 3-way relationship.
Harley Is Afraid Of Ivy
For fans who don't miss a thing in the Harley-Ivy chronicle, Tom King's Heroes in Crisis depicts the devastating events that lead to the death and resurrection of Poison Ivy. But the afterlife has not been forgiving and Ivy is spiraling into a mind of vengeance that Harley cannot help pull her out of.
This is the first time Harley Quinn fears her long-time friend Ivy and after the offer to join is put on the table, Harley must decide if she will follow her voice of reason or join Ivy in her evil plot.
There Is No Hope For Them
Although the 2019 Harley Quinn series has set the stage for Harley and Ivy's love to continue, there's no question that their relationship is ultimately doomed. Ivy will always hold her nature and plants as her number one priority. While Harley does give her a sense of human emotion and intimacy, Ivy carries poison in her heart against humans that is too deeply rooted to ignore.
Likewise, Harley's unstable and erratic personality does not help in establishing a stable and steady condition. The therapy of divulging their inner-most traumas and accepting each other is the love that binds them but ultimately their volatile sides always push through.