He lost his parents at a young age, should be against her and yet can’t seem to resist her – yet the pair remain in a suspicious yet respectful relationship. The most important figure is clearly a stand-in for Bruce Wayne in Selina Kyle’s affections. There is a relatively small supporting cast developed here. However, for the most part, Selina here is defined (and, to an extent, confined) by her relationship to Batman. The only key DCU character here not directly linked to the Batman mythos is the mercenary Cheetah, who seems so perfect a choice to take on Catwoman that it’s hard to believe the pair don’t have a longer and deeper association. While Selina is hoping to find her own history, she’s immediately surrounded by Batman’s iconic paraphernalia.Ī local mob boss is assassinated using the Joker’s toxin, Selina is undermined using the Scarecrow’s fear gas, the traveling troupe are attacked using Mr. Her traveling companion is none other than Edward Nigma (aka the Riddler) and her Italian companion is very clearly a substitute for Bruce. The miniseries sees the famous cat burglar visiting Italy in an attempt to trace her roots, but she’s forever haunted by her association with the Bat. During Catwoman: When in Rome, Selina Kyle is pretty much defined by her relationship to Batman.
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