myth v story. The idea Batman's origin is a nameless killer he (symbolically) sees in all the criminals he hunts is great as theme. But arguably early comics didn't have tbose pretentions. They were just telling stories. And in that sense, Barman finally tracking down Joe Chill makes a neat story.
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🚨 On Shelfdust today! Shelfdust’s Year of Evil: Joe Chill 🚨
Since his first appearance in Batman, how has the character/purpose of Joe Chill changed over the years? shelfdust.com/2026/06/03/s...
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Is evil what it used to be? The most popular villains in comic book history are almost all characters who debuted half a century ago, their terrifying legacy and merciless reputation continuing onw…
