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WARNING : Potential Spoilers forThe Boy Wonder#1
Damian Wayne arguably looks up toNightwingmore than evenBatman , as the original Boy Wonder is often see as the standard for all otherRobinsto aspire to . Therefore , hearing Damian accept that he ’ll never be his older buddy ’s adequate and the reason behind this belief will no doubt tower at the heartstrings and tear ducts of fans of the 5th Robin .
Juni Ba ’s Black Label series , The Boy Wonder , offer a fantastical retelling of Damian Wayne ’s Robin inception story , presented in a fairytale - esque format from Damian ’s view . Issue # 1 has already instill with multiple character - defining revelations about Damian Wayne , include insights into his desire , need , and insecurity , unveiling a previously unobserved side of the character .
Perhaps the most poignant and heartbreaking of these revelations isDamian ’s belief that he miss imposing quality , leading him to feel unworthy of the admiration and love that he urgently lust from his begetter , which is easily given to Nightwing .
Robin Will NEVER Be Nightwing’s Equal In the Eyes of Batman Because He Lacks Trustworthiness and Heart
WatchingNightwing and Batgirlseamlessly coordinate their efforts against Clayface , Damian witnesses the unwavering trust and synergy between them . This watching prompt him to contemplate his family ’s doctrine , particularly his grandfather ’s teachings , which dismiss emotional connector as weaknesses . However , Damian begins to recognize that Nightwing ’s capacity for love and reliance aligns with the qualities his father , Batman , value in his firstborn son . Nonetheless , Damian is disheartened by this realization , acknowledge that Batman does not perceive these qualities in himself . Consequently , Damian think he will never come across Nightwing ’s level of esteem in his sire ’s eyes .
However , what Damian die to grasp is that he is witness Dick Grayson at the zenith of his personal development and emotional maturity . After the tragic loss of his parents , Dick was an raging and hurt child who lash out much like Damian does now . It occupy metre for Nightwing to cultivate the merit of faith and love . Thus , Damian and Dick share more similarities during their Robin year than Damian understand . If Nightwing could exceed his years of anger and torment and become the incarnation of the idealistic hero , so can Damian .
In the latest issue of DC ’s Robin , Damian Wayne reveal that he ’s taking more cue from Dick Grayson ’s Nightwing than he is from his father Batman .
Damian Wayne Has the Potential to Surpass Nightwing (Even If He Doesn’t Believe It)
Ironically , despite Robin ’s disbelief in his capacity for the quality display by Nightwing , just a few panels afterward Damian demonstrates that he own them . Recalling the kindness and charge Nightwing showed him , Damian extends the same to an aged lady . Moreover , Robin not only has the electric potential to match Nightwing but also to outstrip him as a hero . This is exemplify in Tom Taylor ’s Elseworlds series , DCeased , whereDamian undergo remarkable character growth , ultimately sacrificing himself for the macrocosm . Thus , tales like this , offering a glimpse ofRobin’spotential , affirm that he has the capableness to rivalNightwingand even surpass him .
The Boy Wonder # 1is available now from DC Comics !
THE BOY WONDER # 1 ( 2024 )
Nightwing is the superhero moniker taken up by Dick Grayson , upon his aging out of the Robin office and becoming a superhero of his own . Inspired by the original Kryptonian paladin of the same name , Grayson has uprise to amusing record book immortality with the identity , realize regard as one of the greatest leaders in the DC Universe .
Nightwing is the superhero moniker taken up by Dick Grayson, upon his aging out of the Robin role and becoming a superhero of his own. Inspired by the original Kryptonian hero of the same name, Grayson has risen to comic book immortality with the identity, earning respect as one of the greatest leaders in the DC Universe.
