Bruce V. Clark: Why Can't DC's Biggest Superheroes Be Friends?

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The two most beloved figures of DC Comics' massive stable of superheroes are also two of the most different characters in their beloved canon. One of the least creative and most pervasive ideas in the history of their depiction centers around pitting the two heroes against each other, and it reveals a lot about both.

Batman and Superman are two of the three key members of the Justice League, the third being Wonder Woman. Clark Kent was essentially born a god and strives to bring his shining optimism to the world with unending heroism. Bruce Wayne is a mortal man motivated by his life's lowest moment to pursue justice from the shadows. They're different, but they want the same things. It's a classic trope.

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In some comics, Bruce and Clark disagree on exactly how to pursue the generally good ideals both men want. In others, that philosophical schism evolves to the level of outright conflict. In still others, they simply don't care for each other, and swiftly descend to the level of begrudging teammates if not outright enemies. All of these examples, however, are in the minority. In the overwhelming majority of comic books which feature both Superman and Batman, each holds the other in the highest possible regard. Superman has undying respect for a normal man giving everything to protect his city, world, and species. Batman considers Superman the paragon of virtue, an alien capable of anything who chooses to devote himself to good. Both regularly consider the other the better man. They have very little in common, yet each sees the other as the ultimate hero. What they share is more than friendship, it's an unbreakable bond. Unfortunately, those who have only seen