Batman continues to operate as normal within the Arkhamverse, despite the exposure of his secret identity.
After the conclusion of Arkham Knight, players still had a plethora of questions that remained unanswered. Now, DC has finally addressed many of these mysteries through the release of a new tie-in comic, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.
Suicide Squad: Kill Arkham Asylum #1 by John Layman and Jesus Hervas opens with the newly rebuilt Arkham Asylum, now under the control of Amanda Waller. The first immediate piece of lore that stands out is that Batman continues to operate as Batman, just as he always did. This is surprising, since at the end of Arkham Knight, Batman's secret identity as Bruce Wayne is exposed.
The Arkham franchise is beloved by fans for the immense detail and care that Rocksteady put into their game world. Naturally, when Arkham Knight ended with Batman's identity being exposed, many fans were eager to know what happened next. However, DC's recent revelation that Batman survived Arkham Knight leaves fans with more questions than answers, as it suggests that his identity may have been entirely erased after his apparent demise.
Batman's role in the Arkhamverse has expanded, as it is revealed that King Shark kills Victor Zsasz, a recurring character in the ArkhamTrilogy. Furthermore, with Amanda Waller's full control over the Asylum, Batman's involvement with Killer Croc in Arkham suggests a possible playable character in the forthcoming game. Additionally, Rocksteady's promise of a playable Joker in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League adds fuel to the speculation that Killer Croc might join the game's roster.With 4 issues left in Suicide Squad: Kill Arkham Asylum, there's still a wealth of lore to be revealed, including unanswered questions and unresolved storylines. With Batman's arrival, the tie-in comic promises to shed light on the whereabouts of the rest of the Bat-Family. While Batman's predetermined fate has been addressed with his identity exposed, the impact of this revelation on Nightwing, Robin, and Batgirl's stories remains unexplored. This series' ultimate answer to long-held questions will be unveiled as we witness what other Arkham Trilogy lore is released. With this series potentially shedding light on the missing Bat-Family members, it's an event not to be missed.