#Batman versus Predator

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Batman versus Predator by Arthur Adams

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AND THEY CUT BOTH WAYS!

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Batman vs. Predator #2 (1991)

That cowl….its giving Wolverine. 😆

I’m actually enjoying this a lot more than I thought I would. Totally beats the disappointment that was Batman/Aliens.

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"THE DARK KNIGHT MUST USE ALL OF HIS SKILLS, BOTH MARTIAL AND MENTAL, TO BEAT THIS OTHERWORLDLY MENACE."

PIC(S) INFO: Mega spotlight on the complete set of Batman versus Predator pin-up, by some of the greatest comic book artists of their day, from "DC Comics/Dark Horse Comics: Batman vs. Predator' trade paperback comic book, published by DC Comics in June 2017.

Featured artists are as, in order from top to bottom:

Sam Kieth & Chris Chalenor

Walter "Walt" Simonson & Richmond Lewis

Joe Kubert & Adam Kubert

Arthur "Art" Adams

Tim Sale & Gregory Wright

Michael W. Kaluta & Chris Chalenor

Tom Yeates & Sam Paraons

Steve "The Dude" Rude & Lovern Kindzierski

Jackson "Butch" Guice & Gregory Wright

Matt Wagner

John Byrne & Gregory Wright

Adam Hughes & Gregory Wright

Chris Warner & Gregory Wright

John Higgins

Mike Mignola & Gregory Wright

SERIES OVERVIEW: "For the first time, all three BATMAN VS. PREDATOR miniseries are collected into one massive bloody collection, including the Eisner Award-winning "BATMAN VS. PREDATOR" #1-3 by Dave Gibbons ("WATCHMEN"), Adam Kubert ("SUPERMAN: LAST SON") and Andy Kubert ("DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE") in "DC COMICS/DARK HORSE COMICS: BATMAN VS. PREDATOR."

While fear and darkness have always haunted the streets of Gotham City, a new terror has crept onto the rooftops and into the hearts of its citizens. An alien hunter known only as the Predator has come to Gotham to hunt its greatest warriors, and after a string of brutal murders, the Predator has its sights on Batman. In an epic showdown, the Dark Knight must use all of his skills, both martial and mental, to beat this otherworldly menace."

-- DC COMICS/DARK HORSE, c. summer 2017

Source: https://readallcomics.com/dc-comicsdark-horse-comics-batman-vs-predator-004.

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Paul Gulacy and Jackson Guice Batman versus Predator II: Bloodmatch #1 Huntress Cover Corrections Original Art (DC/ Dark Horse Comics, 1991) Source

Full credit reads Pencils by Paul Gulacy, Inks by Butch Guice, Colors by Matt Hollingsworth

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here's Batober 2024 Day 23 - Triumph

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Arthur Adams

#ArthurAdams #Batman Versus #Predator

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Please I want to know more about what animals you think Dick and Damian should’ve been in Beastworld

This Got long and I’m not even posting half of it. First, sorry this took so long. Secondly I haven’t read Beastworld, so I’m not exactly answering for that book. And lastly, I know you asked about Dick and Damian specifically, but to answer that I will have to address Bruce. 

My two cents on What animal represents [Bruce, Dick and Damian] in my biased opinion ? 

First: big daddy, Bruce Wayne

His most famous associated animals are bats and wolves, but I don’t think they fully capture his heart. My argument? He’s a silverback gorilla. Here’s why:

Looks intimidating, actually ridiculous.

Leads through dominance. Silverbacks call the shots; others follow. (His "sons" may assist, but they execute his orders—they don’t co-lead.)

Bruce’s core trauma is losing his parents, which left him afraid of new connections. He craves bonds but is held back by fear of loss.

Wolves and bats are social creatures; they form families and raise their young together. But where they don’t fit Bruce is that they thrive on cooperation. Being a team player isn’t his style—he tolerates it at best.

Wolves are pack hunters, while Bruce prefers to work alone. He’s more of a protector than a hunter to me. His goal is to defend his domain (Gotham), and to do that, he establishes Batman’s dominance—which fits a silverback better than a wolf.

Bruce is an absolute unit. He uses his size and strength to intimidate first. Everyone who doesn’t know him sees that threatening glare and imposing presence and fears him… but secretly, he’s a tired dad of five.

It’s also funny how gorillas are portrayed in media (King Kong: scary, monstrous) versus what they actually are: family-oriented gentle giants who only fight when threatened, care deeply for their young, and grieve their losses. They’re silent protectors. Sound familiar? That’s the mainstream’s view of Batman versus who he really is.

In conclusion, a wolf or a bat might describe aspects of Bruce, but they don’t capture his subtext and heart. To me, the silverback gorilla does.

Second: Our favorite loyal son, Dick Grayson

Now, here’s the real wolf of the Bat-family—but not for the angst they project onto Bruce.

Looks cute, actually scary. (Don’t pet the murder dog.)

Wolves are social; their pack is family. Dick is naturally social and adopts people as ride-or-die kin.

No “lone wolf” nonsense. If wolves leave, it’s to find food or form a new pack—just like Dick, pre Crisis Dick just felt like he out grown his Robin custom left and built his own family (the Titans).

Wolves thrive in teams. There’s no squad Dick can’t lead; he’s the ultimate cooperator.

They lead through trust and respect, not dominance—Opposite to Batman and just like Nightwing.

Wolves aren’t the biggest predators, but they’re fast, agile, and win through teamwork. Fits Dick’s acrobatic, hit-and-flip fighting style.

Bruce’s tantrum over Dick leaving? Yeah, that was his emotional support puppy growing up.

I don’t feel like there is a strong reason to make big comparison between wolf a foxes. I feel like its too obvious i honestly was shocked they even thought about making dick a fox of all beings. Foxes are cooperative but solitary, they know a lot of friends but won’t necessarily call it a ‘family’. They are registered as “low threat” which lets be real, even regular mob in Gotham knows not to miss with nightwing he is not ‘low threat’ etc etc

like Read these pages and tell me thats not a Silverback Dad and his over energized wolf son?

>> skipping over: Barbara, Tim, Steph, Cass and all the Titans we get to

Lastly: the most Responsible baby in the world, Damian Wayne

I feel like I should point out that a lot of Damian personally get confused with his Trauma, but I don’t have time to dive into that so lets jump to the direct answer of the question

From what I’ve seen, Damian gets labeled a "cat" to paint him as rebellious, independent, and aloof. I’ll argue this is a shallow take that misses on the his core qualities. and, just like with his father, it fails to capture his heart.

Damian’s core quality imo isn’t ‘arrogance’ its his sense of responsibility.

Some confuse Damian’s violence and stubbornness for pure rebellion. But his independence isn’t about defiance; it’s his determination to do whatever it takes to ensure the group’s success.

inter the Anatolian Shepherd. Independent but devoted. take their responsibility very seriously, you can depend on them 100%. strong fighters who are able to take down wolves, big cats and even on some accounts, bears (?). They Have a habit of taking charge and micro organize the ’flock’ so I can imagine the rest going like “oh god here he comes to see how i got myself injured” lmao

Anatolians are loyal to their flock but don’t see themselves as servants—they’re equals in ensuring the group’s survival. Damian has outright told both his Batmen (Bruce and Dick) that he’s their equal. He doesn’t wait for orders; he decides when to act. Its BECAUSE he have a huge sense of responsibility he would defy orders, hence why he mistakenly gets labeled as “rebellious” aka a cat.

Once Damian felt respected by the Batfam (first Dick, and Stephanie), he started taking active responsibility for them. Even in the League of Assassins, his drive was never "I want this" or "I deserve this"—it was "My family’s honor depends on me." again, responsibility not ego

Anatolians aren’t predators; they’re guardians. Why does Damian care about Gotham? He didn’t grow up there. It’s simple: It’s his father’s home, its where his now family is, so he’ll protect it. His entire arc with Bruce echoes this: "Your son will not fail you." “I had to do it, to protect our kingdom”

Anatolians aren’t tyrants—they’re trusted because they’re good at their job. Damian doesn’t demand obedience for power’s sake (he’s handed authority to Dick and Bruce willingly). He loses it when others disrespect him because they assume he’s selfish or incompetent. Dick broke through to him by respecting him—he just needed Damian to work with him. Its so so important to understand Dick didn’t ‘tame’ Damian, he earned the right to lead him. Anatolians follow equals, not masters.

At the end I don’t think Damian is a Cat or an Attack dog or even a falcon for many reasons, but essentially: non of them fit or explain his deep devotion to his loved ones, his fundamental sense of responsibility. or his strong sense of duty. Damian is like an Anatolian Shepherd—responsible, disciplined, and protective. (Also it doesn’t help this kid just keep collecting farm animals wherever he goes, and be shown feeding and introducing them like he can’t help it)

thanks for coming to my ted talk.

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Batman versus Predator by Jackson Guice

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House-ads for Batman Versus Predator (1991), a collaborative three-issue miniseries between DC Comics and Dark Horse Comics. Written by Dave Gibbons and art by Andy Kubert.

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"BEGINNING IN OCTOBER" -- HUNTERS FROM ANOTHER WORLD GET A REMATCH IN GOTHAM CITY.

PIC INFO: Spotlight on a comic shop poster and/or house advertisement for "Batman versus Predator II: Bloodmatch," also known as "Batman versus Predator II," a four-issue limited crossover comic book series co-published by DC and Dark Horse Comics from December 1993 to March '94. Artwork by Paul Gulacy & Terry Austin.

Source: https://forum.sanctuary.fr/t/page-s-de-pub/185608/225.

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Batman versus Predator by Art Adams.

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Alfred: You know it hurts Robin when you exclude him like this, sir. He begins to doubt your faith in his skills and capabilities.

Batman: It can’t be avoided. It’s precisely those skills and capabilities that make him a target.

--Alfred Pennyworth with Bruce Wayne on Tim Drake (Batman versus Predator III #2)

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Superman and Batman versus Aliens and Predator - comics covers