Batman later joined Superman during the invasion of the alien Appellaxians, focusing their efforts on the one known as the Crystal Creature while Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash, Green Lantern, and Martian Manhunter were preoccupied with the other Appellaxian champions. [29] During many of the JLA’s early adventures, Batman took somewhat of a backseat role, but his participation and importance in the team increased with time.
The Dynamic Duo
Bruce Wayne was concerned over the future of the Gotham Village, as there were people who tried to rebuild the historical place and other who sought to protect it. Investigating as Batman, he managed to locate a large criminal gang operating underneath the village and together with Robin, they captured the criminals, including their leader, Roland Meacham. [31] Shortly after this, Batman and Robin set out to capture the Tri-State Gang, but in the process, Alfred was killed. After the criminals responsible were captured, Bruce decided to honor Alfred’s sacrifice and he started the Alfred Foundation. Unfortunately, upon Alfred’s demise, Dick Grayson’s Aunt Harriet decides to move to Wayne Manor and help Bruce and Dick with the daily chores. [32] In Alfred’s absence, Bruce built an elevator that connected Wayne Manor to the Batcave, which was concealed behind a secret panel and he also upgraded the Batmobile into a convertible sport car. [33] Soon, Batman and Robin captured a wanted criminal, after being ambushed in an ancient English castle [34] and captured some foreign spies who incited violence among people. [35]
Batman then met Patricia Powell, a police officer recently graduated from the academy who had a crush on Bruce Wayne. Patricia and Batman solved a crime together and afterwards, Bruce decided to invite her to a party at his place the next night. [36] Unfortunately, the party was disrupted by some criminals and they had to work together to bring the crooks to justice.Continue reading