DC Animated Universe
Tag: sourceedit
No edit summary
(17 intermediate revisions by 6 users not shown)
Line 1: Line 1:
{{Unreferenced}}
 
 
{{cleanup}}
 
{{cleanup}}
[[File:Batcave.jpg|250px|thumb|The Batcave.]]
+
[[File:Batcave.png|250px|thumb|The Batcave.]]
{{quote|That Batcave of [[Batman (Terry McGinnis)|yours]] is just one big toy chest, isn't it?|[[Maxine Gibson|Max Gibson]]|source=<ref>{{bb}}, "[[Final Cut]]"</ref>}}
+
{{quote|That Batcave of [[Batman (Terry McGinnis)|yours]] is just one big toy chest, isn't it?|[[Maxine Gibson|Max Gibson]]|source=<ref>{{ep ref|bb|215}}</ref>}}
 
 
The '''Batcave''', located beneath [[Wayne Manor]], was [[Batman]]'s primary headquarters.
 
The '''Batcave''', located beneath [[Wayne Manor]], was [[Batman]]'s primary headquarters.
   
==History==
+
== History ==
Bruce Wayne was unaware that there were caves underneath his family mansion until one evening when he proposed to [[Phantasm|Andrea Beaumont]]. The moment between them was spoiled when a swarm of bats erupted out of a crevice in the ground. The next day, after Andrea had gone, Bruce explored the cavern and got an idea of how vast it was. At that same moment, [[Alfred Pennyworth|Alfred]] sadly informed his master that Andrea had broken their engagement. Bruce retracted his decision to give up fighting crime as a vigilante, and adopted the caverns as a secret operations center. It was inside the cave that Bruce first assumed the mantle of the Bat.<ref>''[[Batman: Mask of the Phantasm]]''</ref>
+
Bruce Wayne was unaware that there were caves underneath his family mansion until one evening when he proposed to [[Phantasm|Andrea Beaumont]]. The moment between them was spoiled when a swarm of bats erupted out of a crevice in the ground. The next day, after Andrea had gone, Bruce explored the cavern and got an idea of how vast it was. At that same moment, [[Alfred Pennyworth|Alfred]] sadly informed his master that Andrea had broken their engagement. Bruce retracted his decision to give up fighting crime as a vigilante, and adopted the caverns as a secret operations center. It was inside the cave that Bruce first assumed the mantle of the Bat.<ref name="motp">{{ep ref|btas|motp}}</ref>
   
The Batcave served as a garage and mechanic's workshop for Batman's vehicles, a crime laboratory for all his equipment (including the [[Batcomputer]]) and a museum of sorts for various trophies. The cave also featured a gymnasium and a high-tech obstacle course, to keep Batman and his associates in fighting condition.<ref>{{btas}}, "[[Blind as a Bat]]", "[[The Lion and the Unicorn]]"</ref><ref>{{tnba}}, "[[Cold Comfort]]"</ref>
+
The Batcave served as a garage and mechanic's workshop for Batman's vehicles, a crime laboratory for all his equipment (including the [[Batcomputer]]) and a museum of sorts for various trophies. The cave also featured a gymnasium and a high-tech obstacle course, to keep Batman and his associates in fighting condition.<ref>{{ep ref|btas|59}}, "[[The Lion and the Unicorn]]"</ref><ref>{{ep ref|tnba|103}}</ref>
   
===Design and Layout===
+
=== Design and layout ===
Batman designed the Batcave as an exact replica of the [[Gray Ghost]]'s lair, Bruce Wayne's childhood TV hero, from the old television series.<ref>{{btas}}, "[[Beware the Gray Ghost]]"</ref>
+
Batman designed the Batcave as an exact replica of the lair of the [[Gray Ghost]], Bruce Wayne's childhood TV hero from the old television series.<ref>{{ep ref|btas|18}}</ref>
   
 
Batman constructed at least three access points to the cave:
 
Batman constructed at least three access points to the cave:
 
* A grandfather clock in the manor library concealed a flight of stone stairs leading down to the cave;
 
* A grandfather clock in the manor library concealed a flight of stone stairs leading down to the cave;
 
* A bookshelf in the library covered the entrance to a private elevator;
 
* A bookshelf in the library covered the entrance to a private elevator;
* A ramp concealed in the cliff face below the manor allowed the [[Batmobile]] to exit the cave.<ref>{{btas}}, "[[On Leather Wings]]"</ref>
+
* A ramp concealed in the cliff face below the manor allowed the [[Batmobile]] to exit the cave.<ref>{{ep ref|btas|01}}</ref>
   
 
There was also a means of allowing flying vehicles, such as the [[Batwing]] and/or the [[Batmobile#Fourth Batmobile|Fourth Batmobile]], or aquatic vehicles, including the [[Batboat]], to exit.
 
There was also a means of allowing flying vehicles, such as the [[Batwing]] and/or the [[Batmobile#Fourth Batmobile|Fourth Batmobile]], or aquatic vehicles, including the [[Batboat]], to exit.
   
===Usage===
+
=== Usage ===
Batman used the cave as his center of operations. It was here that he would be informed of the activities of Gotham's notorious criminals and develop his plan of attack. The [[Batmobile]], [[Batboat]], [[Batcycle]]s, and [[Batwing]] were all housed within the cave, along with several other vehicles used by Bruce Wayne. The most important tool of Batman's arsenal was the massive computer he utilized for everything from chemical analysis to researching old newspapers for clues. This computer was temporarily controlled by [[H.A.R.D.A.C.]], the rogue supercomputer, who attempted to use much of the advanced technology to kill Batman.
+
Batman, [[Robin]], [[Batgirl]], and [[Nightwing]] used the cave as their center of operations. It was here that they would be informed of the activities of Gotham's notorious criminals and develop their plans of attack. The [[Batmobile]], [[Batboat]], [[Batcycle]]s, and [[Batwing]] were all housed within the cave, along with several other vehicles used by the group. The most important tool was the massive computer they utilized for everything from chemical analysis to researching old newspapers for clues. This computer was temporarily controlled by [[H.A.R.D.A.C.]], the rogue supercomputer, who attempted to use much of the advanced technology to kill Batman.
  +
 
The Batcave served as a refuge for the [[Justice League]] during the [[Thanagarian invasion]]. A strike force led by [[Kragger]] breached the entrance (due to a bug he placed on [[Hawkgirl|Shayera Hol]]) in an attempt to catch the League off their guard. A fight ensued, with both sides making use of the various items displayed there. Most notable among these was Kragger's attempt to subdue [[Superman]] using [[Mister Freeze's freeze gun|Mr. Freeze's cold gun]], only for Superman to simply blow the beam back at Kragger with his breath.<ref>{{ep ref|jl|225}}</ref>
   
 
=== Visitors ===
The Batcave served as a refuge for the [[Justice League]] during the [[Thanagarian invasion]]. A strike force led by [[Kragger]] breached the entrance (due to a bug he placed on [[Hawkgirl|Shayera Hol]]) in an attempt to catch the League off their guard. A fight ensued, with both sides making use of the various items displayed there. Most notable among these was Kragger's attempt to subdue [[Superman]] using [[Mister Freeze's freeze gun|Mr. Freeze's cold gun]], only for Superman to simply blow the beam back at Kragger with his breath.<ref>{{jl}}, "[[Starcrossed]]"</ref>
 
 
While most people are aware of the existence of the cave, only a few have actually been inside, aside from Batman's closest companions, such as [[Alfred Pennyworth]] who regularly maintains the site. The arch villain [[Ra's al Ghul]], having determined Batman's true identity, somehow found a way to enter the Batcave when he enlisted Bruce's aid to find [[Talia]] and [[Nightwing|Dick Grayson]].<ref>{{ep ref|btas|60}}</ref> [[Static]] has visited the Batcave a few times,<ref>{{ep ref|ss|301}}, "[[Future Shock]]"</ref> and his partner [[Gear]] was called in at least once to assist Batman.<ref>{{ep ref|ss|401}}</ref>
   
 
Bruce's former fiancée Andrea also knows the location of the Batcave.<ref name="motp"/>
===Visitors===
 
While most people are aware of the existence of the cave, only a few have actually been inside, aside from Batman's closest companions, such as [[Alfred Pennyworth]] who regularly maintains the site. The arch villain [[Ra's al Ghul]], having determined Batman's true identity, somehow found a way to enter the Batcave when he enlisted Bruce's aid to find [[Talia]] and [[Nightwing|Dick Grayson]].<ref>{{btas}}, "[[The Demon's Quest, Part I]]"</ref> [[Static]] has visited the Batcave a few times as well.<ref>{{ss}}, "[[Hard as Nails]]", "[[Future Shock]]"</ref>
 
   
 
Many years later, after [[Batman (Terry McGinnis)|Terry McGinnis]] took up the mantle of Batman, the mercenary [[Inque]] was able to infiltrate the Batcave by attaching herself to the underside of the Batmobile. Through their combined effort, Bruce and Terry defeated Inque.<ref name="bb103">{{ep ref|bb|103}}</ref> Later, the [[Joker]] was able to break into the cave, having learned of its location both during his torture of [[Robin|Tim Drake]], and being able to access Drake's memories. He caused a great deal of destruction, taking particular care to ravage the Robin suit.<ref name="rotj">{{ep ref|bb|rotj}}</ref> Talia ([[Ra's al Ghul|or so it seemed]]) visited the cave on Bruce's birthday with the offer of using the [[Lazarus Pit]]s to restore his youth.<ref>{{ep ref|bb|305}}</ref>
Bruce's former fiance Andrea also knows the location of the Batcave. <ref>''[[Batman: Mask of the Phantasm]]''</ref>
 
   
 
=== Memorabilia ===
Many years later, after [[Batman (Terry McGinnis)|Terry McGinnis]] took up the mantle of Batman, the mercenary [[Inque]] was able to infiltrate the Batcave by attaching herself to the underside of the Batmobile. Through their combined effort, Bruce and Terry defeated Inque.<ref name="black out">{{bb}}, "[[Black Out]]"</ref> Later, the [[Joker]] was able to break into the cave, having learned of its location during his torture of [[Robin|Tim Drake]]. He caused a great deal of destruction, taking particular care to ravage the Robin suit.<ref name="return of the Joker">''[[Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker]]''</ref> Talia ([[Ra's al Ghul|or so it seemed]]) visited the cave on Bruce's birthday with the offer of using the [[Lazarus Pit|Lazarus Pits]] to restore his youth.<ref>{{bb}}, "[[Out of the Past]]"</ref>
 
 
The Batcave included not only replicas of Batman's most famous enemies (both wax dummies and robot combat trainers), but also original or replicate costumes of infamous members of his rogues gallery, including [[Catwoman]], [[Firefly]], [[Harley Quinn]], [[Killer Croc]], [[Mad Hatter]], [[Mr. Freeze]], [[Penguin]], [[Riddler]] and [[Two-Face]].<ref name="bb103"/><ref name="rotj"/><ref>{{ep ref|bb|213}}</ref> Other items which have been shown to be in the Cave include [[Mister Freeze's freeze gun|Mr. Freeze's freeze gun]] and headpiece, the puppet [[Ventriloquist & Scarface|Scarface]], a giant penny Batman received after an encounter with Two-Face,<ref>{{ep ref|btas|46}}</ref> a large robotic Tyrannosaurus rex, an enlarged copy of the Joker's trademark joker cards, one of [[Roxy Rocket]]'s rockets, [[Baby-Doll]]'s doll-gun, Mr. Happy-Head,<ref>http://web.archive.org/web/20040206140650/http://www.batman-superman.com/batman/index.html</ref> as well as a set of samurai armor and weapons.<ref>{{ep ref|btas|62}}</ref> A display case, which included the costumes of Robin, Batgirl, Nightwing, and Batman himself, was placed near the stairway up to Wayne Manor by the time of [[Starcrossed]].<ref>{{ep ref|bb|101}}</ref> This doubled as a security vault where Batman kept a small sliver of [[kryptonite]] in case Superman ever went rogue again.<ref>{{ep ref|bb|307}}</ref>
   
 
Appropriately enough, the fan in Batman also included a "shrine" to his childhood hero, the Gray Ghost. Bruce made use of this when he wore the hat and goggles of the TV hero to keep his identity secret from Inque.<ref name="bb103"/>
===Memorabilia===
 
The Batcave included not only replicas of Batman's most famous enemies (both wax dummies and robot combat trainers), but also original or replicate costumes of infamous members of his rogues gallery, including [[Catwoman]], [[Firefly]], [[Harley Quinn]], [[Killer Croc]], [[Mad Hatter]], [[Mr. Freeze]], [[Penguin]], [[Riddler]] and [[Two-Face]].<ref name="black out"/><ref>{{bb}}, "[[Terry's Friend Dates a Robot]]"</ref><ref name="return of the Joker"/> Other items which have been shown to be in the Cave include [[Mister Freeze's freeze gun|Mr. Freeze's freeze gun]] and headpiece, the puppet [[Ventriloquist & Scarface|Scarface]], a giant penny Batman received after an encounter with Two-Face,<ref>{{btas}}, "[[Almost Got 'Im]]"</ref> a large robotic Tyrannosaurus rex, an enlarged copy of the Joker's trademark joker cards, one of [[Roxy Rocket]]'s rockets, as well as a samurai armor and weapons.<ref>{{btas}}, "[[His Silicon Soul]]"</ref> A display case, which included the costumes of [[Robin]], [[Batgirl]], [[Nightwing]], and Batman, himself was placed near the stairway up to Wayne Manor.<ref>{{bb}}, "[[Rebirth, Part I]]"</ref> This doubled as a security vault where Batman kept a small sliver of [[kryptonite]] in case Superman ever went rogue again.<ref>{{bb}}, "[[The Call, Part I]]"</ref>
 
   
 
=== Alternate universe ===
Appropriately enough, the fan in Batman also included a "shrine" to his childhood hero, the Gray Ghost. Bruce made use of this when he wore the hat and goggles of the TV hero to keep his identity secret from Inque.<ref name="black out"/>
 
 
In alternate universe of the [[Justice Lords]], the Batcave was still used by [[Batman (Justice Lord)|Batman]] as his headquarters. [[J'onn J'onzz (Justice Lord)|J'onn J'onzz]] noted that he spent a great deal of time there. The inter dimensional portal used by the Justice Lords was built by Batman within the Cave and later the two Dark Knights would duel each other there.<ref>{{ep ref|jl|211}}</ref>
   
  +
== References ==
===Alternate Universe===
 
  +
{{Scroll box|
In alternate universe of the [[Justice Lords]], the Batcave was still used by [[Batman (Justice Lord)|Batman]] as his headquarters. [[J'onn J'onzz (Justice Lord)|J'onn J'onzz]] noted that he spent a great deal of time there. The inter dimensional portal used by the Justice Lords was built by Batman within the Cave, and later the two Dark Knights would duel each other there.<ref>{{jl}}, "[[A Better World]]"</ref>
 
 
{{Reflist|2}}
  +
}}
   
==Footnotes==
 
{{reflist|2}}
 
 
[[Category:A to Z]]
 
[[Category:A to Z]]
 
[[Category:Headquarters]]
 
[[Category:Headquarters]]

Revision as of 10:53, 11 August 2019

Vandalclean
Sorry about the mess, I try to tidy up a bit.

This article or section needs to be cleaned up to conform to a higher standard of article quality.
Remove this message when finished.

Batcave

The Batcave.

"That Batcave of yours is just one big toy chest, isn't it?"
Max Gibson[1]

The Batcave, located beneath Wayne Manor, was Batman's primary headquarters.

History

Bruce Wayne was unaware that there were caves underneath his family mansion until one evening when he proposed to Andrea Beaumont. The moment between them was spoiled when a swarm of bats erupted out of a crevice in the ground. The next day, after Andrea had gone, Bruce explored the cavern and got an idea of how vast it was. At that same moment, Alfred sadly informed his master that Andrea had broken their engagement. Bruce retracted his decision to give up fighting crime as a vigilante, and adopted the caverns as a secret operations center. It was inside the cave that Bruce first assumed the mantle of the Bat.[2]

The Batcave served as a garage and mechanic's workshop for Batman's vehicles, a crime laboratory for all his equipment (including the Batcomputer) and a museum of sorts for various trophies. The cave also featured a gymnasium and a high-tech obstacle course, to keep Batman and his associates in fighting condition.[3][4]

Design and layout

Batman designed the Batcave as an exact replica of the lair of the Gray Ghost, Bruce Wayne's childhood TV hero from the old television series.[5]

Batman constructed at least three access points to the cave:

  • A grandfather clock in the manor library concealed a flight of stone stairs leading down to the cave;
  • A bookshelf in the library covered the entrance to a private elevator;
  • A ramp concealed in the cliff face below the manor allowed the Batmobile to exit the cave.[6]

There was also a means of allowing flying vehicles, such as the Batwing and/or the Fourth Batmobile, or aquatic vehicles, including the Batboat, to exit.

Usage

Batman, Robin, Batgirl, and Nightwing used the cave as their center of operations. It was here that they would be informed of the activities of Gotham's notorious criminals and develop their plans of attack. The Batmobile, Batboat, Batcycles, and Batwing were all housed within the cave, along with several other vehicles used by the group. The most important tool was the massive computer they utilized for everything from chemical analysis to researching old newspapers for clues. This computer was temporarily controlled by H.A.R.D.A.C., the rogue supercomputer, who attempted to use much of the advanced technology to kill Batman.

The Batcave served as a refuge for the Justice League during the Thanagarian invasion. A strike force led by Kragger breached the entrance (due to a bug he placed on Shayera Hol) in an attempt to catch the League off their guard. A fight ensued, with both sides making use of the various items displayed there. Most notable among these was Kragger's attempt to subdue Superman using Mr. Freeze's cold gun, only for Superman to simply blow the beam back at Kragger with his breath.[7]

Visitors

While most people are aware of the existence of the cave, only a few have actually been inside, aside from Batman's closest companions, such as Alfred Pennyworth who regularly maintains the site. The arch villain Ra's al Ghul, having determined Batman's true identity, somehow found a way to enter the Batcave when he enlisted Bruce's aid to find Talia and Dick Grayson.[8] Static has visited the Batcave a few times,[9] and his partner Gear was called in at least once to assist Batman.[10]

Bruce's former fiancée Andrea also knows the location of the Batcave.[2]

Many years later, after Terry McGinnis took up the mantle of Batman, the mercenary Inque was able to infiltrate the Batcave by attaching herself to the underside of the Batmobile. Through their combined effort, Bruce and Terry defeated Inque.[11] Later, the Joker was able to break into the cave, having learned of its location both during his torture of Tim Drake, and being able to access Drake's memories. He caused a great deal of destruction, taking particular care to ravage the Robin suit.[12] Talia (or so it seemed) visited the cave on Bruce's birthday with the offer of using the Lazarus Pits to restore his youth.[13]

Memorabilia

The Batcave included not only replicas of Batman's most famous enemies (both wax dummies and robot combat trainers), but also original or replicate costumes of infamous members of his rogues gallery, including Catwoman, Firefly, Harley Quinn, Killer Croc, Mad Hatter, Mr. Freeze, Penguin, Riddler and Two-Face.[11][12][14] Other items which have been shown to be in the Cave include Mr. Freeze's freeze gun and headpiece, the puppet Scarface, a giant penny Batman received after an encounter with Two-Face,[15] a large robotic Tyrannosaurus rex, an enlarged copy of the Joker's trademark joker cards, one of Roxy Rocket's rockets, Baby-Doll's doll-gun, Mr. Happy-Head,[16] as well as a set of samurai armor and weapons.[17] A display case, which included the costumes of Robin, Batgirl, Nightwing, and Batman himself, was placed near the stairway up to Wayne Manor by the time of Starcrossed.[18] This doubled as a security vault where Batman kept a small sliver of kryptonite in case Superman ever went rogue again.[19]

Appropriately enough, the fan in Batman also included a "shrine" to his childhood hero, the Gray Ghost. Bruce made use of this when he wore the hat and goggles of the TV hero to keep his identity secret from Inque.[11]

Alternate universe

In alternate universe of the Justice Lords, the Batcave was still used by Batman as his headquarters. J'onn J'onzz noted that he spent a great deal of time there. The inter dimensional portal used by the Justice Lords was built by Batman within the Cave and later the two Dark Knights would duel each other there.[20]

References

  1. Bader, Hilary J., Burnett, Alan (story). & Bader, Hilary J. (telepay) & Lukic, Butch (director) (February 5, 2000). "Final Cut". Batman Beyond. Season 2. Episode 15 (airdate). Episode 30 (production). Kids WB!.
  2. 2.0 2.1 Melniker, B., Uslan, M. (Producers), & Radomski, E., Timm, B. W. (Directors). (1993). Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. United States: Warner Bros.
  3. Underwood, Mike, Wein, Len (story) & Wein, Len (teleplay) & Riba, Dan (director) (February 22, 1993). "Blind as a Bat". Batman: The Animated Series. Season 1. Episode 54 (airdate). Episode 59 (production). FOX Kids., "The Lion and the Unicorn"
  4. Bader, Hilary J. (writer) & Riba, Dan (director) (October 12, 1997). "Cold Comfort". The New Batman Adventures. Episode 3 (airdate). Episode 3 (production). Season 1. Kids WB!.
  5. O'Flaherty, Dennis, Ruegger, Tom (story) & Wolf, Garin, Ruegger, Tom (teleplay) & Kirkland, Boyd (director) (November 4, 1992). "Beware the Gray Ghost". Batman: The Animated Series. Season 1. Episode 32 (airdate). Episode 18 (production). FOX Kids.
  6. Brian, Mitch (writer) & Altieri, Kevin (director) (September 6, 1992). "On Leather Wings". Batman: The Animated Series. Season 1. Episode 2 (airdate). Episode 1 (production). FOX Kids.
  7. Fogel, Rich (story) & Ridley, John (teleplay) & Riba, Dan (director) (May 29, 2004). "Starcrossed, Part II". Justice League. Season 2. Episode 25 (airdate). Episode 51 (production). Cartoon Network.
  8. O'Neil, Dennis (writer) & Altieri, Kevin (director) (May 3, 1993). "The Demon's Quest, Part I". Batman: The Animated Series. Season 1. Episode 57 (airdate). Episode 60 (production). FOX Kids.
  9. Dini, Paul (writer) & Uncredited director (January 25, 2003). "Hard as Nails". Static Shock. Season 3. Episode 1 (airdate). Episode 27 (production). Kids WB!., "Future Shock"
  10. Berkowitz, Stan (writer) & Chele, Vic Dal (director) (January 17, 2004). "Future Shock". Static Shock. Season 4. Episode 1 (airdate). Episode 40 (production). Kids WB!.
  11. 11.0 11.1 11.2 Goodman, Robert (writer) & Riba, Dan (director) (January 31, 1999). "Black Out". Batman Beyond. Season 1. Episode 3 (airdate). Episode 3 (production). Kids WB!.
  12. 12.0 12.1 Burnett, A., Dini, P., Timm, B., Murakami, G. (Producers), & Geda, C. (Director). (2000). Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker. United States: Warner Bros. Animation.
  13. Dini, Paul (writer) & Tucker, James (director) (October 21, 2000). "Out of the Past". Batman Beyond. Season 3. Episode 5 (airdate). Episode 44 (production). Kids WB!.
  14. McCann, John P. (writer) & Riba, Dan (director) (January 15, 2000). "Terry's Friend Dates a Robot". Batman Beyond. Season 2. Episode 13 (airdate). Episode 26 (production). Kids WB!.
  15. Dini, Paul (writer) & Radomski, Eric (director) (November 10, 1992). "Almost Got 'Im". Batman: The Animated Series. Season 1. Episode 35 (airdate). Episode 46 (production). FOX Kids.
  16. http://web.archive.org/web/20040206140650/http://www.batman-superman.com/batman/index.html
  17. Isenberg, Marty, Skir, Robert N. (writers) & Kirkland, Boyd (director) (November 20, 1992). "His Silicon Soul". Batman: The Animated Series. Season 1. Episode 43 (airdate). Episode 62 (production). FOX Kids.
  18. Burnett, Alan, Dini, Paul (writers) & Geda, Curt (director) (January 10, 1999). "Rebirth, Part I". Batman Beyond. Season 1. Episode 1 (airdate). Episode 1 (production). Kids WB!.
  19. Dini, Paul, Burnett, Alan (story) & Berkowitz, Stan (teleplay) & Lukic, Butch (director) (November 11, 2000). "The Call, Part I". Batman Beyond. Season 3. Episode 7 (airdate). Episode 50 (production). Kids WB!.
  20. Berkowitz, Stan (writer) & Riba, Dan (director) (November 1, 2003). "A Better World, Part I". Justice League. Season 2. Episode 11 (airdate). Episode 37 (production). Cartoon Network.