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| [[file:Batman_ad.jpg|thumb|left]] [[file:Detective_Comics_27_(May_1939).png|thumb|right]] [[file:Cover_of_Batman_Comic_227_(Nov_1970_DC_Comics),_art_by_Neal_Adams.jpg|thumb|right]] [[file:Bruce_Wayne_Concept_Art.png|thumb|right]] '''Batman''' is a fictional [[superhero]] appearing in [[American comic books]] published by [[DC Comics]]. The character was created by artist [[Bob Kane]] and writer [[Bill Finger]], and first appeared in ''[[Detective Comics]]'' #27 in 1939. Originally named the "Bat-Man," the character is also referred to by such epithets as the [[Caped Crusader]], the [[Dark Knight]], and the [[World's Greatest Detective]].
| | {{Infobox character |
| | | name = Batman |
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| | | publisher = [[DC Comics]] |
| | | debut = ''Detective Comics'' #27 |
| | | creators = [[Bob Kane]] and [[Bill Finger]] |
| | | alter_ego = Bruce Wayne |
| | | aliases = The Dark Knight, The Caped Crusader |
| | | powers = Expert detective, peak human physical condition, martial arts master, access to high-tech equipment |
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| == Origin and Background ==
| | '''Batman''' is a fictional [[superhero]] appearing in [[American comics]] published by [[DC Comics]]. The |
| Batman’s secret identity is [[Bruce Wayne]], a wealthy [[American]] [[playboy]], [[philanthropist]], and owner of [[Wayne Enterprises]]. After witnessing the murder of his parents, [[Thomas Wayne|Thomas]] and [[Martha Wayne]], as a child, Bruce swore vengeance against criminals, an oath tempered with a sense of justice. He trains himself physically and intellectually and crafts a bat-inspired persona to fight crime.
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| == Abilities and Equipment ==
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| Unlike most superheroes, Batman possesses no [[superpowers]]; he relies on his genius-level intellect, physical prowess, martial arts abilities, detective skills, and indomitable will. Batman's arsenal includes advanced technology, gadgets, and vehicles, most notably the [[Batmobile]].
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| == Supporting Characters ==
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| Batman operates in the fictional [[Gotham City]], assisted by various supporting characters including his [[sidekick]] [[Robin (character)|Robin]], his [[butler]] [[Alfred Pennyworth]], the [[police commissioner]] [[James Gordon (character)|James Gordon]], and occasionally the [[vigilante]] [[Batgirl]].
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| == Rogues Gallery ==
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| Batman faces a variety of foes, collectively referred to as his [[Rogues Gallery]], which includes iconic villains such as the [[Joker (character)|Joker]], the [[Penguin (character)|Penguin]], the [[Riddler]], [[Two-Face]], [[Poison Ivy (character)|Poison Ivy]], and [[Catwoman]].
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| == Media Adaptations ==
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| Batman has been adapted into various media including [[radio]], [[television]], [[film]], and [[video games]]. Notable portrayals of Batman in live-action films include those by [[Michael Keaton]], [[Christian Bale]], and [[Ben Affleck]]. The character has also been featured in animated series such as ''[[Batman: The Animated Series]]'' and ''[[Justice League (TV series)|Justice League]]''.
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| == Cultural Impact ==
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| Batman is considered one of the most iconic and enduring characters in popular culture. The character has been the subject of numerous analyses and interpretations, exploring themes of justice, vengeance, and the human condition.
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| == See Also ==
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| * [[List of Batman comics]]
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| * [[List of Batman supporting characters]]
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| * [[List of Batman enemies]]
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| * [[Gotham City]]
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| * [[DC Comics]]
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| == References ==
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| {{Reflist}}
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| == External Links ==
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| {{DC Comics characters}}
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| [[Category:Batman]]
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| [[Category:DC Comics superheroes]]
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| [[Category:1939 comics debuts]]
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| [[Category:Characters created by Bob Kane]]
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| [[Category:Characters created by Bill Finger]]
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| [[Category:Fictional vigilantes]]
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| [[Category:Fictional detectives]]
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| [[Category:Fictional martial artists]]
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| [[Category:Fictional businesspeople]]
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| [[Category:Orphaned characters in comics]]
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| [[Category:Superheroes without superpowers]]
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| [[Category:American superheroes]]
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Batman is a fictional superhero appearing in American comics published by DC Comics. The
