Batman (High Wire)
- Franchise:DC Comics
- Collection:Batman Animated Series
- Manufacturer:Kenner
- Year of launch:1995
- Size:12 cm / 5 inches
Accessories
Batman (High Wire) figure, from the “Batman Animated Series” collection, includes the following accessories:
- Cape
- Backpack with suction cup
- Hook with rope
- Cannon
- Missile
- Lever
Curiosities and variants of the figure
This figure is part of the Deluxe sub-line of the collection “Batman – The Animated Series”, produced by the toy company KENNER during the decade of the 90’s.
This collection of figures is based on the characters of the animated series with the same name. It was distributed in several countries, and some figures were reedited, so it is not uncommon to find them with some differences in the cardboard.
The Deluxe sub-line stands out from the rest because its figures have more accessories, some even with battery-operated action-features.
Character
Batman, in “Batman: The Animated Series,” is portrayed as a dark and complex hero who fights tirelessly to protect Gotham City from its many villains. Batman is the secret identity of Bruce Wayne, a billionaire who, after witnessing the murder of his parents as a child, vowed to dedicate his life to fighting crime.
Unlike many heroes, Batman does not possess superpowers, but relies on his intelligence, combat skills, and vast collection of technological gadgets to confront his enemies. His character is marked by a deep sense of justice, though he often struggles with his own inner demons, including guilt and loneliness.
The series also highlights his relationship with other key characters such as Alfred, his loyal butler and father figure, and Robin, his young crime-fighting partner.
Although Batman is feared by Gotham’s criminals, he also shows a compassionate and protective side towards the innocent. Throughout the series, Batman not only confronts iconic villains like the Joker and Two-Face, but also tackles moral dilemmas, showing that behind the mask is a man deeply affected by his past and committed to his mission.