How Tall Is Batman? & 9 Other Questions About Batman, Answered

When it comes to superheroes, there have been so many stories told about most of them it's hard to keep track of everything. Even the biggest fan of a hero has missed at least a couple of issues about the character, making their knowledge incomplete.

RELATED: 10 Best Bronze Age Batman Comics For Horror FansWith someone who's been around almost a century like Batman, it becomes twice as hard, as there are easily thousands of Batman comics. Not just within the pages of Detective Comics and Batman, but within all the mini-series created over the years. It's easy to miss things when a character has so many stories written about them, whether it's important information like who is running Batman Incorporated these days or more minor things like, how tall is Batman?

10 How Tall Is Batman? Most DC Comics Profiles Put Him At 6'2

It's entirely possible to fight crime being short – every Robin has had to do it at one point or another. But it might help someone whose goal is to strike fear into the hearts of criminals to be tall. Fortunately for Batman, nearly every Secret Files or Who's Who profile has had him at six feet, two inches tall.

At that size and with Bruce's training, he'd be a problem for most people even without the gadgets. He also weighs in at 210 pounds, which makes him a heavyweight in any athletic competition. No wonder criminals become a cowardly lot around him.

9 How Many Batmobiles Have There Been? Dozens Of Batmobiles Have Been Built Across The Decades

Batman is quite a different superhero from Iron Man, but the two heroes have one thing in common: they're both billionaires. And when someone's that rich, it's not surprising to see them frequently change their toys. In the case of Batman, his main toy is the Batmobile, and he's had dozens of them across the decades.

He began with a bright red convertible, though the comic creators realized that wasn't exactly fitting for him. Since then, he's kept the black color scheme, but varies between the Batmobile being a regular car and a vehicle that would belong to a superhero.

8 How Did Batman Meet Ghost-Maker? Bruce Met Ghost-Maker While Training To Become Batman

During Bruce's journeys, he discovered he wasn't the only son of wealthy parents training to be a crime fighter. Minhkhoa Khan was looking to become a crime-fighter to take down the crime family that took his parents' company from them.

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The two have had friendly and antagonistic relationships, as they have two completely different reasons for fighting crime. Bruce wants to rescue as many people as possible, which is why Khan sees the art in taking down criminals. And unlike Batman, Ghost-Maker generally has no problem killing criminals.

7 Does Bruce Have Any Siblings? It's Unclear Whether Bruce Has Any Real Siblings

At the beginning of the New 52, one of Bruce's first adventures was battling against the Court of Owls. In that storyline, it was revealed that Gotham mayoral candidate Lincoln March was actually a member of the Court. March claimed to be Bruce's younger brother, but it wasn't something either of them could prove.

In reality, Bruce did have a brother who was born prematurely, but it's believed that he died after only twelve hours. Following that, Batman is convinced the Court tricked Lincoln into believing he was that child for their plans.

6 What's In Batman's Utility Belt? It Varies Based On The Situation, But There Are Always Batarangs

Batman's had some of the weirdest things in his utility belt during the Silver Age. Though fans and some creators might declare the era as non-canon now, it still affects the perception of what Batman actually stores within his utility belt. These days he leaves things like the Bat Fly Swatter at home, and sticks to more appropriate equipment.

He carries his trademark batarangs in a special compartment that are dispensed using spring-loaded ejectors. He's also got a version of his grappling hook at the center of it. Other things that have commonly found their way within include tear gas, smoke grenades, flashbang pellets, a first-aid kit, lock picks, a rebreather, cameras, and a mini-computer.

5 Where Did Bruce Go To School? Before Becoming Batman, Bruce Was A Graduate Of Yale Law School.

It's often believed that Bruce only set out on training without attempting higher learning. But in nearly every origin, Bruce has not only attended school, but reached the highest levels and proven to be an exemplary student. For example, in the 1974 storyline "Night of the Stalker," it's revealed that Bruce was actually a graduate of Yale Law School.

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He's also attempted to join the FBI, meaning he knows how the system works. He's tried to work within the system, but the rules, regulations, and corruption have shown him that his way is best.

4 When Did Batman First Meet Superman? Officially, In 1952's Superman #76

With DC's history being what it is, Superman and Batman have met one another for the "first" time more than once. But canonically, the first time the two met was in Superman #76's "The Mightiest Team On Earth." Within this storyline, Bruce goes on a cruise and shares a room with Clark Kent.

Of course, it's not a superhero comic without costumes, and the two team up to save Lois Lane's life later on. The two have had multiple "first" meetings when the continuities shift or writers decide to retcon their adventures. Still, Batman and Superman have been teammates for decades since the '50s, even sharing multiple comic books.

3 Who Made Batman's Costume? In Most Continuities, Bruce Designed It Himself.

The Batman outfit is one of the most iconic costumes of any superhero, both inside and outside of DC Comics. So it's worth asking who created the outfit. But, of course, Bruce is rich, so he could have easily paid someone to do it. And actually, in the original Golden Age continuity, that's precisely what happened.

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Bruce paid a pair of costumers to create a costume he had designed based on his background in theater. But in most continuities, Bruce is responsible, and the process of making the costume goes unseen in many of Bruce's origin stories.

2 Did Bruce Disband Batman Incorporated? No, It's Currently Run By Ghost-Maker

Batman Incorporated was one of Batman's most ambitious ideas. He planned to strategically place a Batman operative in countries around the world, both trained and funded by him. However, this was just a ruse to help him deal with Leviathan, which had roots everywhere.

Batman Incorporated was run in the background after that battle, but the group lost funding when Bruce lost his fortune. However, a new leader has taken over the group these days in Batman's rival Ghost-Maker. Ghost-Maker not only funds the new Batman Incorporated, but has taken charge of the team to give them new missions and a purpose.

1 When Did Batman Start Using The Batcave? The Batcave Made Its First Appearance In Detective Comics #83

Aside from the costume and car, Batman's most important "toy" is the Batcave itself. Initially, Bruce kept all of his equipment inside Wayne Manor, and the Batmobile within a barn connected to Wayne Manor by a secret tunnel. But as the character's lore grew more complex, something more was needed.

Over time, the cave went from merely storing Batman's vehicles to keeping all the equipment he needed to do its job. It's grown and changed many times over the years until it finally became the massive trophy case and headquarters from which Batman protects Gotham.

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