The Batman Who Laughs

The Batman Who Laughs
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Creation & Design

The Batman Who Laughs was created by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo as part of the Dark Nights: Metal storyline, representing a twisted version of Batman who has been corrupted by the Joker's toxin.

Early Years

The character first appeared in the Dark Multiverse, where he is a version of Batman who has succumbed to the Joker's madness after killing him.

Character Development

Over time, The Batman Who Laughs has evolved from a mere villain to a complex character with deep psychological implications, representing the darkest aspects of Batman's psyche.

Cultural Reception

The Batman Who Laughs has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for his unique design and the chilling concept of a Batman corrupted by the Joker.

Character Details

Real Name:
Bruce Wayne
Aliases:
The Dark Knight, The Joker's Batman
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Dark Knights, The Multiverse
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Expert martial artist, Tactical genius, Access to various Bat-tech
Equipment:
Batarangs, Grappling hook, Batmobile
Weight:
210lbs
Height:
6' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black
DC Aug 2017

Dark Days: The Casting #1

Dark Days: The Casting #1
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1st cameo appearance of the Dark Multiverse Batmen (in shadows): The Drowned, The Dawnbreaker, The Red Death, The Batman Who Laughs, The Merciless, The Devastator, The Murder Machine
2nd cameo appearance of Barbatos
DC Nov 2017

Dark Nights: Metal #2

Dark Nights: Metal #2
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2nd cameo appearance of the Dark Multiverse Batmen: The Drowned, The Dawnbreaker, The Red Death, The Batman Who Laughs, The Merciless, The Devastator, The Murder Machine
1st appearance of Baby Darkseid
DC Nov 2017 Vol 6

Teen Titans #12

Teen Titans #12
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1st full appearance of The Batman Who Laughs
Part of the Dark Multiverse, The Batman Who Laughs is an alternate version of Batman depicted as a hybrid of the Joker & Batman
DC Dec 2017 Vol 7

Green Arrow #32

Green Arrow #32
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'Gotham Resistance' Part 4
Dark Nights: Metal (Tie-In)
2nd full appearance of The Batman Who Laughs
1st appearance of The Batmobile belonging to The Batman Who Laughs
DC Lion Nov 2019

Batman (Italy) #68

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Batman (Italy) #68
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Variant cover art by Giuseppe Camuncoli
Lucca Comics & Games Tuscany Comic Con exclusive
Cross-promotion with heavy metal band, Lacuna Coil and DC's Dark Nights: Metal series

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