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WARNING : Contains Potential Spoilers for The Boy Wonder # 3!DC has just deliver a critical aroused blow to all fan of Damian Wayne’sRobinwith a raw mantra that is so heartbreaking that it will require at least one box of tissue to soak up all the tears that are sure to be shed . This catchphrase emerges at a polar moment in Juni Ba ’s new Black Label series , make it a can’t - miss moment for die - hard Damian stans .
While Tim may not have destine to lour his brother ’s ego - esteem , his words undoubtedly made Damian question if he was worthy of being Robin .
Juni Ba ’s Damian Wayne - centric series riposte withThe Boy Wonder#3 , dive deeply into the emotional psyche of Batman ’s youngest Robin . This issue focus on Damian ’s kinship with his older brother , Tim “ Red Robin ” Drake , as they fight side by side against one of Ra ’s al Ghul ’s “ ogre ” creditworthy for city - wide abductions in Gotham .
Their investigating leads them to a hidden lair within Oswald “ The Penguin ” Cobblepot ’s privately owned skyscraper . During the result battle , Damian ’s insecurities show up as he mentally chants , “ I will be suitable . ”
Damian Wayne lives up to his al Ghul heritage with the reveal of his new demon configuration , give strong-arm representation to the 5th Robin ’s worst fears .
“I Will Be Worthy”:Damian Wayne’s New Mantra Is a Reflection of His Greatest Insecurities
Damian mentally chanting “ I will be worthy , ” stems from his impression that he was responsible forconvincing Red Robin to link the fight , rather than Tim link up of his own willing and sense of morality . This misunderstanding , recall he inhale his comrade to change for the better , revealsDamian ’s promise that he might be able-bodied to “ live up to his Church Father ’s expectation after all . ”With this newfound belief that he is n’t “ defective ” or “ weak , ” Damian begin to chant , “ I will be suitable , ” repeatedly as he combat Ra ’s demon . This scene is soul - shattering , putting Damian ’s insecurity on full showing .
There is a lot to take out in this scene . First and first of all , it is utterly heart - wrick that Damian experience he is consistently fail to converge his male parent ’s expectation . Damian ’s mantra , “ I will be worthy , ” further compound this by showing how badly he wants to be good and the fact that he does n’t feel suitable . third , it is someone - crushing when , during the combat , Damian reveal he was n’t the one to revolutionize Tim to do good after all ; his pal had planned on helping all along . Hence , this revelation shatters the second of self - deserving and accomplishment Damian had begun to find .
It was n’t that long ago that Bane take in someone significant from Robin right before his eyes . Now , Damian is suffer a opportunity to avenge a fall friend .
Tim Drake Didn’t Help Damian’s Self-Esteem When He Questioned If the Younger Boy Was Worthy of Being Robin
No hatred to Tim Drake , but he was n’t much help in encourage Damian ’s ego - worth at the commencement of the issue . When Tim said , " I ca n’t immobilize you down , kid . I ca n’t tell if you appreciate life . I ca n’t tell if , when push comes to thrust , you ’d put your life on the line for someone else , " he was fundamentally questioning Damian ’s worthiness as Robin , insinuating that the younger son might not have what it contract to be a real hero . While Tim may not have intended to lower his brother ’s self - regard , his tidings undoubtedly made Damian question if he was desirable of beingRobin .
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THE BOY enquire # 3 ( 2024 )
