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WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers forBatman: Gotham by Gaslight - The Kryptonian Age#1!
Talia al Ghul is best known among fans as one ofBatman’smost iconic romances in comics and for her role inThe Dark Knight Rises, where she was part of a major plot twist involving one of the Caped Crusader’s most notorious adversaries,Bane. Throughout these various mediums, Talia has sported numerous outfits. However, her latest redesign is by far her most stunning and should set the new standard for her character’s portrayal.
Talia al Ghul’s redesign is exceptionally badass and deeply rooted in the character’s heritage, making it a worthy design standard for all future portrayals of the Demon’s Daughter.
The fan-favoriteElseworldsseries,Batman: Gotham By Gaslight, has officially returned with Andy Diggle, Leandro Fernández, and Dave Stewart’s sequel,Batman: Gotham by Gaslight—The Kryptonian Age#1. This series reimagines beloved characters in the 19th century, giving them unique and intriguing redesigns.
Both Batman andCatwoman have showcased their new looksfor the series. However, they are not alone, as the final panel of the inaugural issuereveals Talia al Ghul in a stunningly gorgeous ensemble that pays tribute to her Middle Eastern heritage, marking her best look yet.
Talia al Ghul’s New Redesign Is BY FAR Her Most Gorgeous Look In Comics (& Needs To Be the New Standard)
Batman: Gotham by Gaslight—The Kryptonian Age #1features Talia al Ghul in a traditional outer garment known as an abaya, a long, black flowing robe typically worn by some women in the Middle East and North Africa. Along with the abaya, Talia dons a hijab and a niqāb. Her hijab and niqāb are particularly striking, adorned with woven elements and jewel-like embellishments, befitting the heir to the League of Shadows. This ensemble, beautifully rendered by artist Leandro Fernández, serves as a stunning tribute to Talia’s Middle Eastern heritage.
In addition to the abaya, hijab, and niqāb, Talia sports a bejeweled curved dagger known as a jambiya, held within a belted sash and covered by a box satchel. The jambiya, originating from Yemen, adds a unique touch to her outfit.She also wields twin slim scimitars distinguished by gilded cross guards. Although scimitars were commonly used in the Middle East and Western Asia, Talia’s scimitars are non-traditional and almost resemble European sabers in design. This look is exceptionally badass and deeply rooted in the character’s heritage, making it a worthy design standard for all future portrayals of the Demon’s Daughter.
Batman Betrays Catwoman with [SPOILER], Reviving Another Iconic Love Triangle
Batman’s iconic love triangle has been revived, reminding fans that the Catwoman/Batman relationship isn’t necessarily Bruce’s endgame romance.
Talia al Ghul Returns in GOTHAM BY GASLIGHT, Reviving Batman’s Most Romantically Charged Rivalry in the DC Universe
Despite Talia and her League of Shadows only appearing in the final panels, it’s clear that DC is setting her up as Batman’s most romantically charged rival. The last page features Talia, blades drawn, standing over a seemingly mortally injured Batman. Her concluding line, “I shall grant you the mercy of a swift death. When you reach the gates of Hell, tell them Talia al Ghul sent you!” is as dramatic as it is badass. Fans can almost hearBatman’sthoughts racing as he tries to decide if he feels fear or the thrill of falling in love—probably both.
Steampunk Superman Officially Arrives in Sequel to Iconic 80s Comic GOTHAM BY GASLIGHT
Batman: Gotham by Gaslight—The Kryptonian Age kicks off with Superman’s arrival, giving the Man of Steel’s origin story a 19th-century twist.
Batman: Gotham by Gaslight - The Kryptonian Age #1is now available from DC Comics!
The Dark Knight Rises
Cast
The Dark Knight Rises follows Batman as he returns to Gotham City eight years after the death of Harvey Dent. Now pursued by law enforcement, he faces new challenges from Selina Kyle and Bane, a formidable terrorist leader who threatens the city’s safety, compelling Batman to defend a city that sees him as a foe.
Batman
One of DC’s most iconic heroes, Batman is the vigilante superhero persona of billionaire Bruce Wayne. Forged by tragedy with the death of his parents, Bruce dedicated his life to becoming the world’s leading martial artist, detective, and tactician. Recruiting an entire family of allies and sidekicks, Bruce wages war on evil as the dark knight of his hometown, Gotham City.
