Bat family list

The following is a list of the closest members of the Bat-family, based mostly on their histories in DC Comics, rather than other media. But flashbacks and other narrative devices have allowed various stories to add more detail to the tragic figures and both Thomas and Martha have connections to other characters that continue to inform present-day narratives.

He serves as a loving mentor and grandfather figure to many of the younger heroes. He is a highlight of many of the best Batman stories. An extremely versatile character, he has appeared in a wide assortment of stories in various tones and styles throughout his more than year history, all of which contribute in their own ways to the enduring legend of Batman.

After witnessing the tragedy, Bruce revealed his identity as Batman and took Dick on as his crime fighting student, with Dick becoming the first Robin. While serving with the Teen Titans Dick came of age and asserted his independence from Bruce, creating his own heroic identity, Nightwing.

Bat-family tree

As Nightwing he continued to serve as a regular character in both Teen Titans and Batman-related comics, and has led many solo titles of his own. Although Bette Kane technically predates her, most continuities recognize Barbara Gordon as the first Batgirl. The character was created for comics and the s Batman TV show simultaneously.

While dressed like Batman for a costume ball Barbara foiled a kidnapping plot that had targeted Bruce Wayne, impressing Bruce and leading Barbara to become a partner to him and Dick. In graphic novel The Killing Joke , Barbara was shot in the spine by the Joker, making her paraplegic.