Robin’s Demise: The Hidden Blessing in Suicide Squad’s Tragedy?

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Without a doubt, the game Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League has concluded in such a way that numerous storylines are left unresolved and hanging in the balance. The Arkhamverse, which had previously been known only as part of the Batman: Arkham series and confined to Gotham City, has expanded beyond its borders to explore Metropolis and various Elseworlds across multiple universes. In the meantime, a new Justice League has emerged, with Batman having joined their ranks somewhere between the events of Batman: Arkham Knight and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. The future direction for this franchise is bound to be thrilling no matter what.

In a future Arkhamverse game, the aftermath of Brainiac’s invasion in Metropolis could be an intriguing storyline to explore. If a sequel were to delve back into Batman’s mythology, similar to the early days of the Arkhamverse, it should definitely tackle the implied death of the latest Robin, Tim Drake. By addressing this event, the narrative could also establish a connection between a Robin’s demise and the emergence of Terry McGuinness as Batman.

Why Tim Drake’s Supposed Death is Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League’s Biggest Emotional Beat

The damaged Robin mask belonging to Tim Drake, found in a small puddle of blood, suggests a strong possibility that he may have been killed, but it doesn’t definitively confirm his death. The scene implies that the Batman’s purple-eyed clone could have murdered Tim, who might have confronted him and even attempted to defeat him before succumbing.

Kill the Justice League” is part of the Arkhamverse, events involving Batman carry more weight. For instance, the death of Wonder Woman might seem unnecessary, but since she wasn’t present in the Arkhamverse beforehand, it isn’t as impactful as learning that Robin could be dead. This is because Robin, who has been a significant character in the Arkham games since “Batman: Arkham City,” might have played a crucial role in future Gotham City-based games had he survived.

In the additional content of “Harley Quinn’s Revenge” for “Batman: Arkham City”, Tim shone brilliantly as Boy Wonder. However, his role was diminished in “Batman: Arkham Knight”, where he was often relegated to being just another Bat-family member that Scarecrow abducted within a single night.

Robin’s Death Should Incite the Beginning of a Batman Beyond Storyline

From a devoted fan’s perspective, Tim Drake departed as an individual who yearned to assist Bruce Wayne in his relentless crusade against crime, only to find himself consistently overlooked by him. If Bruce was forever scarred by losing Jason and constantly haunted by the fear of losing another Robin, it’s completely baffling why he’d welcome Tim into the Bat-family. But as fate would have it, Bruce’s dread of losing his allies came to pass. The way Bruce copes with this heartache and how the next Arkhamverse game unfolds will significantly shape the narrative trajectory of the franchise.

As a gamer, I’d say it’s crucial to truly honor Robin’s heartbreaking end and ensure it doesn’t go unnoticed. Let Tim’s death serve as the catalyst for a storyline reminiscent of Batman Beyond, giving us insight into why Bruce might be hesitant to accept another ally, let alone a potential successor to the Batman role. The protective side of Bruce Wayne has always been hinted at subtly, through Barbara’s crippling in earlier games, but since we didn’t witness that moment before Batman: Arkham Knight, it wasn’t as explicit as it could be.

Jason stayed hidden or barely noticeable until the release of “Batman: Arkham Knight”, which was Rocksteady’s sole advantage in concealing the Arkham Knight’s true identity. If Tim is indeed deceased, Rocksteady can’t repeat that error. This series of events could strengthen Bruce’s apprehensions and provide substance to a possible “Batman Beyond” chapter within the Arkhamverse, where, defying his better judgment or intuition, he inducts a new member into the Bat-family.

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2025-01-31 02:10