Spoiler Alert: Details from Green Lantern #15
Step aside, Batmobile; Batman has unveiled a cutting-edge new vehicle that eclipses his traditional means of travel. This latest technological marvel, discovered in an unexpected location, boasts a speed that could rival even the Flash, making it a potentially invaluable asset for the Dark Knight. Unfortunately, a severe risk significantly limits its utility.
In the preview of *Green Lantern* #15, crafted by Jeremy Adams and Fernando Pasarin, Hal Jordan and Wally West embark on a mission to extract information from the Hall of Order. Due to the Amazo Task Force, orchestrated by Amanda Waller, draining them of their powers, they require vehicles to reach their objective. Fortunately, Hal is aware of Batman’s clandestine hangar where a prototype crafted by Bruce resides. This vehicle is unveiled as the Batwolf, a truly remarkable sight.
Batman’s impressive new aircraft could potentially rank among the fastest in the DC Universe, hindered only by a significant drawback.
The “Batwolf” Prototype: A Potential Explosive Hazard
The Batwolf’s sleek design is accompanied by a perilous flaw that deters most pilots. As Hal explains, the plane is prone to exploding upon acceleration. In essence, Batman’s prototype is a ticking time bomb. Its operation is fraught with danger, which is why it has been secluded in a distant hangar. The Batwolf poses such a threat that Oracle attempts to prevent Hal from flying it, yet Hal manages to bypass these safeguards and take flight. In doing so, Green Lantern risks it all to utilize Batman’s aircraft, and given its capabilities, his decision is understandable.
Despite its dangers, if Batman can address its explosive tendencies, the Batwolf might become his most remarkable creation.
While the Batwolf presents a significant risk, the potential reward could justify the gamble. Despite its explosive nature, the Batwolf achieves phenomenal speeds that could rival those of speedsters. The preview reveals its capability to match the speed of the Flash’s new bike, used during the Absolute Power event to compensate for his lack of super-speed. The Batwolf represents a revolutionary advancement, enabling Batman to move at unprecedented velocities. Excitingly, there could be more such vehicles stored away.
The Batwolf: Potentially One Among Many Secret Vehicles
Hal’s discovery suggests that this island is merely one of many owned by Bruce Wayne, implying other islands might house similar prototype facilities. Known for his combat skills, Batman’s intellectual prowess often remains underappreciated. His extensive array of gadgets and vehicles, with the Batwolf being the latest, suggests more innovations lie hidden. Though flawed, if Batman can perfect the Batwolf to eliminate its explosive risk, it could stand as his greatest invention yet.
*Green Lantern* #15 will be available from DC Comics on September 11th, 2024.
Batman
One of DC's most iconic heroes, Batman is the vigilante superhero persona of billionaire Bruce Wayne. Forged by tragedy with the death of his parents, Bruce dedicated his life to becoming the world's leading martial artist, detective, and tactician. Recruiting an entire family of allies and sidekicks, Bruce wages war on evil as the dark knight of his hometown, Gotham City.
