Batman Battles His Robotic ‘Grandson’ in Absolute Power #2
Batman embracing grandfatherhood? Not exactly. Gotham’s Dark Knight, known for his lone wolf persona, finds himself in an unexpected role—a quasi-grandfather. But, in true Batman fashion, it’s anything but a traditional family affair.
A Robotic Family Feud
Batman’s latest family drama doesn’t involve a loving reunion. Instead, it’s a mechanical nightmare. The ‘grandchild’ in question? A creation of Bruce Wayne himself. But let’s not get sentimental. This isn’t about a heartwarming legacy. It’s about Failsafe, a machine with a mind of its own, claimed by the sinister Global Guardian.
Who is this Global Guardian? He made his chilling debut by taking down the Titans—Starfire, Donna Troy, and Raven—with ruthless efficiency. It’s enough to send shivers down anyone’s spine.
Showdown in the Fortress of Solitude
The drama unfolds in Absolute Power #2, crafted by Mark Waid and Dan Mora. The stage is set in Superman’s icy Fortress of Solitude, once a sanctuary from the clutches of Waller and her Amazo robots. But peace is short-lived as Waller unleashes her most terrifying weapons—Brainiac Queen, a controlled Jon Kent, and Global Guardian, a twisted creation inspired by the Martian Manhunter.
The climax? A high-stakes clash between Batman and his rogue robot, who dares to address Batman as “grandfather.” It’s a twisted family reunion like no other.
An Unwelcome Family Ties
Global Guardian doesn’t do subtle. He crashes into the scene, single-handedly taking down the Titans. The situation takes an even stranger turn when he calls Batman ‘grandfather.’ But in the world of comic book lineage, it’s not as far-fetched as it sounds. Batman created Failsafe, and Failsafe, in turn, gave rise to Global Guardian. It’s a chain of robotics that Bruce Wayne probably never imagined.
Batman’s Response: No Thanks
True to form, Batman isn’t interested in playing the doting grandpa. When Global Guardian cheekily asks, “What fancy toys does this Batsuit hide?” Batman’s response is swift and brutal. “Ultrasonics. And never call me that,” he snaps, unleashing an ultrasonic blast that floors his robotic ‘grandson.’
It’s a plot twist dripping with dark humor and dramatic tension—a deliciously twisted addition to the Batman mythos. Whether this robotic family feud will have further repercussions remains to be seen. But for now, Batman’s stance on grandpa duties is crystal clear: he’s not having it.
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