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Gotham Knights: 10 Best Versions Of Gotham City In Video Games
Gotham Knights is soon set to add its own stylish take on Gotham City to the pantheon of Batman games, but it's up against some stiff competition.
Why Keaton Is Still The DCEU's Best Replacement For Affleck's Batman
Michael Keaton is set to return as Batman in the DCEU, and he's actually the best conceivable choice for the replacement of Ben Affleck's Batman.
Batman Learned He's Like Joker in the Darkest Way Possible
In a shocking turn of events, Batman discovered how similar he is to the Joker by helping plan the Clown Prince of Crime's latest criminal endeavor.
Batman: 10 Memes That Perfectly Sum Up Penguin As A Character
The Penguin is one of the most fascinating and odd villains in Batman's Rogue Gallery, and here are memes that perfectly sum up his character.
The Sword of Azrael Has Been Stolen By DC's New Angel
Azrael's newest solo just released, and with it came a whole new challenge, DC's newest Angel takes Azrael's sword and claims it as her own.
Superman & Batman Are Officially Ready To Be Replaced By Their Sons
With Batman and Superman eliminated from DC's Dark Crisis, the Super Sons - Damian Wayne and Jon Kent - replace their fathers in more ways than one
Batman Is Jaw-Droppingly Surreal in New Detective Comics Cover Art
The breathtaking art of Batman's new Detective Comics run takes the spotlight in a brand new cover for Issue #1062's second printing.
DC's New Batman Puts The Snyderverse Version's Paranoia To Shame
Most versions of Batman are known for being paranoid and developing failsafes against Superman, but one new version takes it to an extreme.
DC Confirms the REAL Reason Gotham Is So Crime-Ridden
In Batman #125, DC explains that Gotham City itself is the reason why Batman's war on crime is ultimately futile.
Gotham Knights: Batman Villains Who Could Replace Riddler
Riddler's challenges formed a big part of the exploration in the Arkham games. With him not appearing in Gotham Knights, who will take up his mantle?
Every Karl Urban Movie, Ranked From Worst To Best
New Zealand actor Karl Urban has steadily become one of the biggest stars in the world with his role in The Boys. Here's a ranking of all his movies.
An Old Plan For Affleck's Batman Can Bring Batgirl Into The DCEU
Batgirl's solo movie may be canceled but an old Zack Snyder plan for Ben Affleck's Batman can bring her into the DCEU franchise another way.
Azrael the 'Replacement Batman' is Finally Getting The Story He Deserves
DC finally addresses Azrael's issues from the past in a new solo that focuses on Jean-Paul Valley's complicated relationship with the System.
Batman's Ultimate Story Was An Adults-Only Comic That Was Never Published
Before The Dark Knight Returns, another mature audience Batman story was almost made... but fans will never know how it might have changed history.
What Is DC's 10-Year Movie Plan? Confirmed Films & Predictions
David Zaslav, president and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, has promised a 10-year plan for the DCEU - but what does it actually involve?
Batman Writer Confirms Netflix Inspiration for The New Jason Todd
The White Knight version of Jason Todd draws inspiration from a beloved, redeemed movie villain who unexpectedly bares big similarities to Red Hood.
How Raimi's First Superhero Movie Happened Because He Couldn't Make Batman
Sam Raimi is interested in directing a Batman movie, but his first superhero movie actually happened after he failed to get the Dark Knight's rights.
Only Batman's Sidekicks Will Beat The One Villain He Never Can
Failsafe makes a move against Batman, and the new villain overwhelms the Caped Crusader—until a horde of Bat-Family members swoop in to save the day.
Batman: 10 Best Joker Minions
These characters were crazy enough to think that working for the Joker was a good idea. Some are lucky to still be alive.
Robin Points Out One Major Reason Why Batman Shouldn’t Be His Boss
Despite Batman and Robin's 80-year history as the Dynamic Duo, Robin has never worn a Bat-symbol. But the two are still fighting for the same cause.
Synopsis
Gotham City’s dark night first appeared in Detective Comics #27, published by DC Comics, in 1939. Batman, a character co-created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane, was already fighting crime when he first appeared in the comic world. It wasn’t until Detective Comics #33, however, that his origin was explored, and the character has been a legend ever since.
The most common origins of Batman begin when he witnesses the murder of his parents, Thomas and Martha Wayne, at eight years old. His parents were known to be one of the richest couples in Gotham City and charitable socialites. They owned Wayne Enterprises, which Bruce takes control of later on.
Bruce was left in the care of his loyal butler Alfred Pennyworth. The death of his parents haunted him and he vowed to fights crime as he was growing up. He does not have superpowers, but his abilities lie in his physical and mental strength. He has a lair which he calls the Batcave.
The character quickly made it to the hearts of readers and he quickly earned his own ongoing series, though Detective Comics continued on with him as the star. He continues the legacy of his parents as a charitable entrepreneur. He is known to be a playboy who falls in love quite often as well, but this is all an act to keep his heroic secret identity safe.
His character is popularly associated with the Justice League, a group of superheroes which he co-founded with Superman, Aquaman, Flash, Green Lantern, Martian Manhunter, and Wonder Woman. Together, they protected the Earth.
Another hero he is closely associated with is Robin (aka Dick Grayson), who he shares adventures with in the Batman and Robin series. Robin was also created by Finger and Kane, together with Jerry Robinson as a sidekick to Batman. Like Batman, Robin was also orphaned at an early age. His parents were trapeze performers who died while performing. Batman worked on the case and eventually took custody of the young Robin.