Nightwing’s First Words As Batman Prove The Bat-Family’s True Purpose
In his first outing as Batman, Nightwing made a declaration that revealed the secret purpose of the Bat-Family. Dick Grayson's first words as the Dark Knight weren't just a warning to the villains of Gotham, but a reminder of why Batman will never truly disappear.
As one of the oldest and longest-serving members of the Bat-Family, few have seen the group change and grow over the years as much as Dick Grayson. Dick fought by Bruce Wayne's side for years as Robin, proving that Batman didn't have to go about his mission alone. Even after Dick left to become the superhero Nightwing, Bruce brought more people into his organization, and trained them up to become heroes capable of fighting Gotham's worst enemies. Bruce's efforts and his willingness to trust others have paid off because the team has demonstrated an impressive capability in helping him keep his city safe.
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The Bat-Family's resolve was tested like never before after the events of the «Batman: R.I.P.» storyline by Grant Morrison and Tony Daniel. Bruce Wayne and his allies have just been attacked by Simon Hurt and his criminal syndicate, the Black Glove. After overcoming their attack on his mind and body, Batman defeats the Black Glove, but Batman makes his last public appearance before seemingly perishing in a helicopter crash. The criminal underground catches wind of what's transpired, and during the Dark Knight's six-month absence, Gotham starts to become overrun with villains trying to stake a claim. But just as criminal mastermind, Le Bossu, declares to his fellow evildoers that the Caped Crusader and Boy Wonder are dead, Dick Grayson appears dressed as Batman, refuting the villain with a powerful
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