Summary

word of advice : incorporate possible Spoilers for The Boy Wonder # 3!Damian Wayne’sRobinhas a few choice ( and unflattering ) Book to say about the billionaire of the DC Universe , an opinion surprisingly influenced by his female parent , Talia al Ghul . This glimpse into one of the lessons Talia convey to Damian during his time with the League of Shadows shows that despite her flaws , she was , in some manner , a good mother to her son .

A major theme inThe Boy Wonder#3 , which critiques the monstrous nature of uttermost wealth , suggest a comment not only on DC ’s billionaires but also on literal - world wealth disparity .

Juni Ba ’s Damian Wayne - centrical serial , The Boy Wonder#3 , take back with the highly anticipatedRed Robin and Robin team - up . The issue opens with the two brothers see one of Oswald “ The Penguin ” Cobblepot ’s jamboree in their civilian identity .

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At this event , buff are reintroduce to some of DC ’s wealthy and shadowy characters through Damian ’s perspective , including Maxwell Lord , Lex Luthor , and Veronica Cale . Damian ’s disdain for their feigned altruism and inordinate riches is vividly portrayedthrough the Boy Wonder ’s facial expressions and a beautifully rendered jury featuring a flashback of Damian with his mother .

Talia al Ghul Taught Her Son a Valuable Lesson About the Excessively Rich (& It’s Something EVERYONE Should Hear)

The flashback scene depict a young Damian and his female parent seat together in what is likely a majlis , a traditional Arab sitting room render with floor cushions and pillows . Talia is depicted reading a book to baby Damian and imparting a worthful lesson:“When those known for hoarding riches take to partake in , you should always wonder how it serve to grow their pile of gem . ”This argument carries significant weightiness in the comedian , as Luther , Lord , and Cale attend the gala under the pretense of philanthropic gift , yet their ' charity ' only serves to enrich themselves further .

In addition to the impudent word speak , this scene beautifully trance a warm consequence between female parent and boy , while still detain lawful to Talia ’s character . It highlights what Talia hold crucial in her son ’s fostering as the Heir of the Demon . Despite being part of Damian ’s rigorous grooming , it ’s also a heartfelt display of paternal fear — Talia reading to her child in a prosperous setting , imparting noesis she believes will outfit him to thrive in the world she is preparing him for . In short , while reading may change , many will view this as a touching parental moment forTalia al Ghul .

“Those Who Eat the World Into Oblivion”:Damian Wayne Drops a Profound Truth Bomb on DC’s Billionaires

InJuni Ba’sThe Boy Wonder#3 , another standout present moment occurs as Damian , now become up in his Robin costume , crawl through the vents of Penguin ’s construction . Amid his search for the secrets the villain might be hiding in other rooms , Damian reflect on the excessive and repulsive showing of riches around him , internallylabeling billionaire as " … those who use up the creation into oblivion . “This issue ’s stem , which review the grotesque nature of uttermost wealth , suggests a commentary not only on DC ’s billionaires but also on real - world wealthiness disparity . Thus , this entertainingRobintale also carries profound societal commentary .

The Boy Wonder # 3is available now from DC Comics !

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The Boy Wonder 3 Main Cover Solicits: stylized versions of Red Robin Tim Drake and Robin Damian Wayne by Juni Ba.