Showing posts with label Batman. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Batman. Show all posts

Monday, November 11, 2024

Bruce Wayne (Absolute Batman)


Bruce Wayne (Absolute Batman)

DEX: 7 STR: 6 BODY: 6
INT: 9 WILL: 8 MIND: 7
INFL: 6 AURA: 7 SPIRIT: 5
INITIATIVE: 21 HERO POINTS: 70

Skills:

  • Hand-to-Hand Combat: 8
  • Acrobatics: 6
  • Stealth: 7
  • Engineering (Civil Engineering): 10
  • Weapons (Axe, Throwing Knives): 7
  • Intimidation: 6
  • Tactics (Strategic Thinking): 8
  • Leadership (Vigilante Operations): 7

Advantages:

  • Brilliant Mind: Bruce is a genius-level intellect, skilled in multiple areas.
  • Physical Conditioning: Years of training have honed Bruce’s body to peak human condition, allowing him to operate as an effective fighter even without superpowers.

Drawbacks:

  • Vigilante: Bruce operates outside the law, putting him at odds with both the criminal world and law enforcement.
  • Emotional Trauma: The traumatic death of his parents has left Bruce emotionally scarred, motivating his crusade against crime but also causing personal turmoil.
  • Paranoia: His mistrust of others, including allies, often leads to self-isolation and difficulties in trusting others.

Equipment:

  • Batsuit:
    • The suit is bulletproof and equipped with collapsible "wings" that Bruce designed, allowing him to glide or use them as additional limbs for support. The suit’s stealth capabilities make him nearly invisible at night. [BODY: 5, EV: 6, Special: Bulletproof, Stealth Capability, Collapsible Wings]
  • Utility Belt:
    • Carries a wide array of tools and gadgets, including lockpicks, smoke pellets, grappling hooks, and a range of custom-designed weapons. [BODY: 3, EV: 4, Special: Holds multiple tools, including lockpicks, smoke pellets, grappling hooks, and more.]
  • Batcycle:
    • A motorcycle designed for high-speed chases, featuring advanced tech and weaponry for quick escapes or pursuits.
  • Bat-Axe:
    • A versatile weapon combining the traditional batarang with a battle axe blade, capable of close and ranged combat. [BODY: 4, EV: 5, Special: Combines batarang and axe blade; versatile for both ranged and melee combat.]
  • Throwing Knives:
    • Concealed within his cowl, these knives are used for precise ranged attacks, often aimed at non-lethal incapacitation. [BODY: 2, EV: 3, Special: Concealed in cowl, perfect for quick and quiet attacks.]

Wealth: 5

Background:

Bruce Wayne (Absolute Universe) hails from a reimagined origin within the Absolute Universe, a darker and more tragic version of his traditional backstory. Born in 2004 in Gotham City, Bruce grew up in the impoverished area of Crime Alley, raised by his mother, Martha, a social worker, and his father, Thomas, an elementary school teacher. The pivotal moment of his life occurred at the age of 10, during a field trip to the Gotham Zoo when a mass shooter attacked. Bruce’s father, Thomas, sacrificed his life to save the children, including Bruce, by tackling the gunman and ushering the group into a bat enclosure.

This traumatic event set Bruce on a path of rebellion and delinquency, but it also sparked a deep desire to fight back against the violence that claimed his father’s life. As he grew older, Bruce began to excel academically and earned a football scholarship, which he later used as a stepping stone to further his education in preparation for his future as a vigilante. After faking an injury to abandon his sports career, Bruce turned his focus to studying various disciplines needed for his mission.

Returning to Gotham after graduation, Bruce pursued a career as a civil engineer, using his position to design the city's infrastructure while secretly operating out of the upper floors of the skyscrapers he helped build. This secret base became the birthplace of his alter ego, the Batman. Armed with advanced technology, weapons, and gadgets, Bruce began his war on crime, using the symbolism of the bat to strike fear into the hearts of Gotham's criminals.

With his intellect, physical prowess, and cutting-edge technology, Bruce became a formidable vigilante, though his emotional scars remained. The trauma of losing his parents and the burden of his double life weighed heavily on him, making his crusade as much about personal vengeance as it was about justice for Gotham. While his journey led him to fight Gotham's crime lords and stop numerous villainous threats, his internal struggle and paranoia about trusting others remained a constant theme in his story.


Monday, July 24, 2023

Flashback: Onstar Batman commercials from '99 -'00 time frame!



In a thrilling crusade to showcase the sheer power of OnStar technology, Batman himself took the wheel and commandeered the spotlight! Picture this: the iconic Batmobile, equipped with the cutting-edge OnStar services, raced through the streets of Gotham City, demonstrating a symphony of navigation, communication, and security prowess.

Monday, July 17, 2023

Navigating the Challenges of a One-on-One Batman Roleplaying Adventure


 

Hey there!

Today, I want to share a unique gaming experience that has been brewing in the shadows. Picture this—a table adorned with rule-books, dice dancing across its surface, and the sound cheers setting the stage for a thrilling adventure. Welcome to the realm of Batman the Roleplaying, where I, take on the formidable challenge of running a one-on-one RPG campaign set in the gritty streets of Gotham City or maybe my custom city Nightfall Bay!

Friday, July 14, 2023

Thoughts: Building a Heroic Haven, the Power of Superhero Bases


 

Greetings, fellow guardians of justice! Today, I want to delve into a captivating idea that recently sparked in my mind—the concept of superhero bases. I flipped on the TV and the old Super friends Cartoon was on, and they always started at the Halls of Justice or on the way to the Halls of Justice. It had me thinking, sooner or later your group is going to want a common place to meet up, a common place to do research and a common place to house their "crap", I mean "stuff".

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Exploring the World of "Arkham Knights" and Its Potential for the Batman Roleplaying Game

 


Hey there, fellow Gothamites! Today, I couldn't wait to tell you all about my thrilling journey into the captivating graphic novel, Arkham Knights Volume 1, and how it got me daydreaming about the incredible possibilities it holds for the Batman Roleplaying Game. So, let's jump right in and explore the gripping world of "Arkham Knights" together, envisioning how it could be the perfect backdrop for some seriously exciting tabletop adventures!

Friday, June 30, 2023

2024 will mark 35 Years Since Batman The Roleplaying was released!

 

As we approach the remarkable milestone of the 35th anniversary of the release of Batman: The Roleplaying Game, along with the iconic film, BATMAN!, in 2024, an exciting idea has come to my attention. With the ongoing project to revamp and update the layout of the DC Heroes 3rd edition, why not embark on a similar venture for the Batman RPG?

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Batman '89 Write up and Thoughts

 

 


 

Editor's Note: 

As a devoted fan of comics, I've Personally found myself gravitating towards graphic novels rather than the traditional "floppies" due to rising costs and the direction in content that doesn't align with my preferences anymore.

But an intriguing idea sparked in my mind. Why not delve into the captivating world of Tim Burton's Batman? From his iconic movies to the comic series Batman '89, there's an opportunity to explore the untapped potential of Burton's vision. Imagining what could have been if he had continued his Batman saga with Batman Continues instead of what we got, Batman Forever?

Monday, June 19, 2023

Batman is everywhere and his best run was the '90s?


 

In the past I've talked a lot (elsewhere not really here) about how awesome the Batman comics were in the 1990s. They were like pure gold! The editor, Dennis O'Neil, did a fantastic job bringing together all the different Batman stories happening in Gotham City. It was like a big puzzle that fit perfectly.

These stories didn't just focus on Batman and his superhero pals, but also on the regular people who lived in Gotham. It made everything feel so real, even though there were some really wacky bad guys running around in crazy costumes.

Being a part of that world was incredible. It felt like I was entering a different reality where anything could happen. The writers made sure to keep things grounded, but they also let their imaginations run wild. Batman comics were all about having fun and going on crazy adventures with these larger-than-life heroes and the weird criminals they faced.