Batman Characters Guide

The World of Batman Characters

Batman's corner of the DC Universe is one of the richest in all of comics. From the Dark Knight himself to his extensive Bat-Family and his legendary rogues gallery, Batman characters have captivated fans for over 80 years.

The Bat-Family

Bruce Wayne does not fight alone. The Bat-Family includes Nightwing (Dick Grayson), Red Hood (Jason Todd), Red Robin (Tim Drake), Robin (Damian Wayne), Batgirl (Barbara Gordon), and many more. Each brings a unique skill set and personality to the war on crime in Gotham City.

Alfred Pennyworth, Oracle, Batwing, and Batwoman round out a team that covers everything from street-level vigilantism to global operations.

Gotham's Rogues Gallery

No hero is defined by their villains quite like Batman. The Joker, Catwoman, Bane, Ra's al Ghul, Scarecrow, Riddler, Two-Face, Penguin, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, and Harley Quinn form arguably the greatest collection of comic book antagonists ever created.

Each villain challenges Batman in a different way — some test his body, others his mind, and a few threaten his very soul.

Allies and Supporting Cast

Commissioner Gordon, Lucius Fox, and the GCPD form the civilian support structure that keeps Gotham from falling apart completely. Their stories add depth and realism to the Batman mythos.

Create Your Own Gotham Character

In World of Metahumans, you can roleplay in Gotham City alongside other players. Create a Bat-Family protege, a reformed villain, or an entirely original character navigating the dangerous streets of Batman's city.

Start Your Gotham Story