WARNING: CONTAINS POTENTIAL SPOILERS FOR BATMAN: GOTHAM BY GASLIGHT – THE KRYPTONIAN AGE #5!
Batman And Catwoman are iconic, but after countless break-ups and even wedding-day cold feet, it’s clear that Selina Kyle is not Bruce Wayne’s ultimate love. The true romance of the endgame belongs to another DC heroine – one with a deeper, longer history with the Dark Knight, and who proved Selina completely wrong about one crucial thing about Batman.
Julie Madison is ready to become the Batwoman of the Gotham by Gaslight Series.
Andy Diggle, Leandro Fernández and Matt Hollingsworth’s Batman: Gotham by Gaslight – The Kryptonian Age #5 continues to be very 19th-century-inspired Other worlds saga, reimagining DC’s most iconic characters with new origins and twists in a Victorian Era setting.
In this alternate universe, Bruce Wayne remains Batman, but with a surprising twist – he is a married man, something mainstream continuity has yet to provide. Although many fans may assume that Bruce is married to his iconic love interests, Selina Kyle or Talia al Ghul, this is not the case. instead, Bruce’s wife is Julia Madison.
Gotham by Gaslight Gives Bruce Wayne his strongest relationship yet
Julie Madison: Batman’s original love interest returns
Julie Madison, who debuted in Detective Comics #31 (September 1939) by Gardner Fox, Bob Kane and Sheldon Moldoff, is best known as Bruce Wayne’s original love interest. Although she has appeared sporadically on various continuities over the years, Julie became especially notable in Batman: Gotham by Gaslight – The Kryptonian Age. Since her first appearance in issue #1, where she refers to Bruce as her husbandIt was clear that the two were married – something that undoubtedly surprised many Batman fans. However, the depth and nature of their marriage remained unclear, leaving readers to wonder if it was built on love, convenience or social pressure.
With the release of issue #5, it is now evident that Bruce and Julie’s marriage is both real and perhaps the strongest and healthiest relationship Batman has had in any continuity. The issue reveals that Julie not only knows about her husband’s nightly crime fighting but fully supports it. In this issue, she is portrayed in an exceptionally positive light, comforting Bruce during one of his moments of self-doubt as Batman. Their relationship is further emphasized by a tender kiss and a heartfelt exchange of words before Bruce embarks on his next mission, showcasing the depth of their emotional connection.
This relationship stands out as one of Bruce’s most stable and healthy for several reasons. first, They are both legally and emotionally committed to each other, a rare dynamic for Brucewhose relationships often suffer from commitment issues on either side. Second, Julie’s acceptance and support of Bruce’s Batman mission demonstrates a deep trust between them. Finally, the physical affection and tender words they exchange show a genuine romantic love, and solidify the Julie-Bruce relationship as one of Batman’s most exceptional romances.
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Gotham by Gaslight Proves Bruce can be happy without sacrificing his Batman identity
Catwoman’s reason for leaving Batman at the altar is bogus
The romance between Julie and Bruce in Gotham by Gaslight Also proves that Bruce can be happy without sacrificing his Batman identity. This is especially important because it directly counters the reason for the batcat marriage Batman #50 (2018) by Tom King fell apart. In the story, Selina, manipulated by Bone, believed that Bruce could not be happy and Batman, so she left him at the altar for what she thought was “Greetings from Gotham.” While Gotham by Gaslight Existing outside the mainstream continuum, it clearly shows that the reasoning was flawed. Bruce is in a loving, thriving relationship with Julie while still fully embracing his role as Batman.
Could Julie Madison be the next Batwoman?
Julie Madison deserves to be more than just Batman’s love interest
In one big moment Batman: Gotham by Gaslight – The Kryptonian Age #5 occurs after Bruce departs on his cross-country mission. Julie notes how Gotham will have to adjust without Batman’s presence. She then inquires about Alfred Pennyworth’s time in British Intelligence, which at first seems like a random shift in conversation. After Alfred confirms his service, Julie remarks, “…Gotham needs a protector – and you’ll find me an avid student. Let’s begin with the art of the blade.” It becomes clear that Julie intends to step in for Batman While he is gone, raising the exciting possibility that she could become the Batwoman of these Gotham by Gaslight Series.
Batman: Gotham by Gaslight – The Kryptonian Age #5 is now available from DC Comics!
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