However, in ROBIN & BATMAN #3, readers see the true Father figure, the moral compass, the compassion, and even the real leader that ROBIN & BATMAN need in order to be their best selves. Nowadays, we get the Bat-god mixed with Alfred as the quiet old man who takes a back seat. Moreover, it was great to see the inexperience of BATMAN and the sheer importance of Alfred to both Bruce and Dick. It’s almost as if he molded them together but still kept the key elements of each perfectly. Furthermore, it’s not like Lemire changed the backstories of either entirely. However, weaving the two backstories of ROBIN and Killer Croc together just makes more sense and adds depth to both characters.

Sure, the sideshow carnival angle makes sense for someone of Croc’s appearance and stature. Throughout this series, I admired the obvious connection that should have always been there with Killer Croc, the Flying Graysons, and the Circus. And by the time ROBIN & BATMAN #3 concludes, Lemire shows fans the Boy Wonder we’ve all grown to admire and love today. He doesn’t “need” to let the darkness overtake him. Lemire uses Killer Croc as the conduit that ultimately helps this depressed, sad, lonely, and vengeful little boy realize that he doesn’t “need” to be like BATMAN. ROBIN & BATMAN #3 concludes this week as Jeff Lemire puts a wrap on his thematic tale which eventually helps propel Dick Grayson into the light. If you’re interested in this comic, series, related trades, or any others that were mentioned then simply click on the title/link to snag a copy through Amazon. Let’s dive into ROBIN & BATMAN #3 by Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen as we discover who this person from Dick’s past is and why he’s out for blood! Can Dick discover how to exist and endure in this harsh reality? Well, let’s jump in and find out! To overcome his damaged past and stride towards a more hopeful future, Dick Grayson must meet face to face with someone from his past. Writer: Jeff Lemire Art: Dustin Nguyen and Steve Wands Publisher: DC Comics Price: $4.99 Release Date: January 11th, 2022

Batman by Dustin Nguyen