PG-140

2017

DC

Tears of a Batman is an alternate version of Bruce Wayne from a parallel Earth within the DC Comics multiverse. He is introduced as part of the larger Crisis event impacting the DC reality.

This Batman's defining characteristic stems from a tragic deviation in his origin. Unlike the primary Batman, who hardens his resolve after his parents' murder, this Bruce Wayne is psychologically broken by the event.

He abandons his crusade against crime, unable to overcome the emotional trauma. His world suffers greatly due to Batman's absence, leading to widespread lawlessness and despair. He spends his life haunted by the ghosts of his past and the overwhelming grief, hence the name Tears of a Batman.

He is a reflection of what could happen if grief were to defeat Batman's spirit, a symbol of lost hope and the dire consequences of unchecked trauma. His existence serves as a stark contrast to the unwavering determination typically associated with the character.