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Jonathan Crane, known as Scarecrow, is a prominent villain in the DC Comics universe, primarily associated with Batman.

Crane developed a deep-seated fear of crows as a child, which, compounded by childhood trauma and bullying, led him to obsessively study phobias. His academic pursuits focused on psychology and biochemistry, eventually leading to a doctorate.

Driven by a desire to understand and control fear, Crane began experimenting on others, using fear toxins to induce hallucinations and crippling terror. He adopted the Scarecrow persona, utilizing a burlap mask and tattered clothing to amplify the effect of his toxins.

As Scarecrow, Crane often targets Gotham City's citizens with his fear-inducing chemicals. He frequently engages in elaborate schemes to manipulate and terrorize his victims, making him a recurring threat to Batman and a formidable foe.

Beyond his chemical arsenal, Scarecrow is highly intelligent and manipulative, often using his knowledge of psychology to exploit the vulnerabilities of others. He remains a consistent symbol of fear and psychological warfare within the DC Universe.