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Summary
DC has finally confirmed the real name and origin of theBatman'89version of theRiddler . DC is usually undecided on the Riddler ’s existent name , andBatman ‘ 89 : Echoesswitches it up yet again . Originally introduce as Edward Nigma , the Riddler ’s name was after changed to Edward Nygma ( or Nashton ) . But the Keatonverse officially introduce its own Riddler , giving him a new name that honors the Golden Age humor .
The Riddler made his first official Keatonverse show inBatman ' 89 : Echoes#2 by Sam Hamm and Joe Quinones , and there have been continuous references to somebody by the name of “ Maynard . ”Echoes#3 by Hamm and Quinonesconfirms that the mysterious Maynard is the Riddlerand that his canon name is now " Edward Nigel Maynard " : E - Nig - Ma .
However , the middle and last names “ Nigel Maynard ” iare entirely new to the comic scene , yet again solidify that the Riddler is such an enigma that it ’s heavy to pin down a ordered name for him .
The continuation to the critically acclaimed Elseworlds serial , Gotham by Gaslight , treats fans to the proceeds of Batman ’s nineteenth - 100 - inspired costume .
Batman ‘89Introduces the Riddler’s Real Name: Edward Nigel Maynard
The Look of This Late ’80s Riddler Is Based on Martin Short
Perfectlymodeled after the actor Martin Short , this ' 80s - tastic take on the Riddler is as much a saucy take as a familiar one . With a young backstory and lead - studded “ cast , ” this version of Edward is bound to have plot importance in the six - issue miniseries . With the Modern addition of a military screen background and a murderous past tense , Echoesisn’t strike into the wont of constitute the Riddler a little joke reference .
This Riddler is as snarky , smarmy , and witty as always , yet he has enough wickedness give in to keep him entertaining .
In thisBatmanuniverse , Edward Maynard has been diagnosed with antisocial personality upset . ASPD is not a traditional diagnosis for the Riddler , mean there might be other impregnable departure for the character going forwards . It ’s always nice to see new takes on eccentric that still honor the aura and characterization of DC ’s iconic villains . This Riddler is as snarky , smarmy , and witty as always , yet he has enough iniquity throw in to keep him entertaining .
Batman ‘89Refreshes the Riddler for the Keatonverse
Edward Nigel Maynard Is a New Take On the Character
Batman ‘ 89 : Echoesis form up to be a villain - forward series . With Bruce Wayne out of the Batsuit and into Arkham , the news report spends a lot of fourth dimension withHarley Quinn and the Scarecrow , who are modeled after Madonna and Jeff Goldblum severally . The choice of Martin Short as the Riddler is splendid . A sketch comedian known for his many cinema and boob tube appearances in the ' 90s , Martin Short match the bill for this existence ’s Riddler , who is both bouncy in free energy yet unnervingly endanger .
Bruce Wayne has been miss inBatman ' 89canon for a month , now reappearing surreptitious as Firefly in Arkham Asylum .
This Riddler has a new backstory as well . There ’s a strong focal point on veterans inBatman ' 89.Firefly , who has been turn into a bomber , is a veteran , as is Edward . So far , there have been consultation to something known as " Samurai , " which is presumably a super - soldier drug that causes violence . The Riddler , however , takes it a step further by fighting his squadron andmurdering his ranking military officer , bring down him in Arkham . This inception is something sword - new , deviating from the Riddler ’s traditionally meek kickoff .
The latest Keatonverse Batman seriesis regulate up to be something interesting . With various changes to characters ’ backstories that still keep their historical characterizations , the serial publication feels fresh while remaining a on-key homage to the source material . lector can easily see the famous person inspirations shine through not only in appearance but in write dialogue . The subplots are well - balanced without override each other . All in all , it ’s easy to get hooked with only three yield ofBatman'89 : echo , and it ’ll be exciting to see where the series take this version of theRiddler .
Batman ' 89 : Echoes#3is available now from DC Comics .
BATMAN ' 89 : ECHOES # 3 ( 2024 )
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Batman is a 1989 superhero movie directed by Tim Burton and asterisk Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne . The film features Jack Nicholson ’s chilling portrait as Jack Napier , who wrick into the Joker and reigns threat on Gotham . Kim Basinger also stars in the film as Vicki Vale , along with Michael Gough as Bruce ’s trustworthy butler named Alfred .
Batman is a 1989 superhero movie directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne. The film features Jack Nicholson’s chilling portrayal as Jack Napier, who turns into the Joker and reigns terror on Gotham. Kim Basinger also stars in the film as Vicki Vale, along with Michael Gough as Bruce’s trusty butler named Alfred.
Batman is a 1989 superhero movie directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne. The film features Jack Nicholson’s chilling portrayal as Jack Napier, who turns into the Joker and reigns terror on Gotham. Kim Basinger also stars in the film as Vicki Vale, along with Michael Gough as Bruce’s trusty butler named Alfred.
