Summary
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Batman is famous for disappearing mid-conversation, with the primary victim of these sudden exits being Commissioner Gordon.
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Damian Wayne inherits Batman’s iconic disappearing mid-conversation ‘power’ in The Boy Wonder.
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On a more serious note, the series explores Robin’s growth by observing his newfound family, emphasizing his desire to become a son Batman would be proud of.
Warning: Potential spoilers for The Boy Wonder #1!One of DC’s most enduring running gags between movies, TV shows and comics is Batman Ability to disappear mid-conversation, a trait that the Dark Knight’s fifth Robin Has seemingly inherited DC’s new black label series. What makes Damian Wayne’s disappearing act even more fitting is who he leaves hanging mid-sentence.
A major theme in ‘The boy wonder Seems to be Robin’s personal growth by observing his newfound family.
Juni Ba’s Black Label Series, The Boy WonderOffers a fantastic retelling of Damian Wayne’s Robin origin story, presenting a unique twist by telling it in a fairytale-esque format from Damian’s perspective. The series promises to delve into the fifth Robin’s relationships with various Bat-family members, primarily his adoptive brothers, Nightwing, Red Hood and Red Robin.
The first issue revolves around Damian’s interactions with Dick Grayson and Batgirl Barbara Gordon. One notable moment sees The two older heroes chat with Robin, only to turn around and find him disappearing in the middle of the conversationa trait reminiscent of his father, Batman.
Robin inherits Batman’s iconic disappearing mid-conversation ‘power’ in The Boy Wonder
in The Boy Wonder #1, Nightwing, Batgirl and Robin successfully neutralize the iconic Gotham villain, Clayface. After a job well done and a kiss shared by Dick and Barbara, Nightwing begins to ask Robin if he wants to help retreat the shape-shifting villain to Arkham Asylum alongside Batgirl. Before he can finish his question, however, Dick and Barbara realize that Damian has already left the scene. After a moment of confusion, Nightwing and Batgirl find themselves amused, with Dick laughing and Batgirl remarks, “Like father, like son, huh?“This is a clear nod to Batman’s habit of disappearing mid-conversation.
The moment becomes even more fitting, considering one of the people left hanging is Barbara Gordon, the daughter of Commissioner Jacob Gordon, who is often the main victim of Batman’s sudden exit mid-conversation. Therefore, Batgirl being on the receiving end of Robin’s sudden departure makes this a full-circle moment. It will be intriguing to see if this remains a running gag throughout BA’s series or if it remains a one-off instance. Either way, it was very entertaining, and fans are sure to appreciate the nod to this iconic running gag.
Damian Wayne’s personal growth will be heavily linked to his relationships with Nightwing, Red Hood and Red Robin
Bat’s decision to have Robin adopt one of his father’s most famous habits has led to speculation about whether Damian will acquire more traits/quirks from various Bat-family members. Besides the disappearing act, Ba’s established in the first issue that Damian observes their family members, absorbing information to become a son his father would be proud of. A notable example is when, after a fall, Dick asks Damian if he’s okay. Later, Damian recalls the moment and asks a mugging victim the same question, emphasizing a major theme in the story: Robin Personal growth by observing his newfound family.
The Boy Wonder #1 is now available from DC Comics!
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