I Honestly Believe the Best Part of Batman's New Absolute Continuity Is Getting to Introduce a New Robin with No Baggage
The new Absolute Universe line by DC Comics offers a chance to revamp Robin, starting with the upcoming Absolute Batman title. The history of Robin in Batman comics has been marked by trauma and dark backstories, but a fresh start could mean a new dynamic. The Absolute Universe can learn from past mistakes like the aloof Batman/Robin dynamic and should focus on building a strong, meaningful relationship.
With the recent announcement from DC Comics that the publisher is launching a fresh universe, there's a lot of speculation as to what readers can expect from the Absolute Universe. As a long-term Batman fan, I think the imprint presents the publisher with an opportunity to start fresh with Robin.
Since the very first appearance of Robin back in 1940's Detective Comics #38 by Bob Kane, Bill Finger, and James Robinson, the hero has offered a youthful, energetic contrast to Batman. However, it's hard to deny that,...
With the recent announcement from DC Comics that the publisher is launching a fresh universe, there's a lot of speculation as to what readers can expect from the Absolute Universe. As a long-term Batman fan, I think the imprint presents the publisher with an opportunity to start fresh with Robin.
Since the very first appearance of Robin back in 1940's Detective Comics #38 by Bob Kane, Bill Finger, and James Robinson, the hero has offered a youthful, energetic contrast to Batman. However, it's hard to deny that,...
- 8/2/2024
- by Ashley Land
- ScreenRant
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