Looking back at Kevin Conroy's unforgettable debut as the broken Batman

Ah, the days of 2019! When caped crusaders, and multiverses, were all the rage. As we take a trip down superhero memory lane, one name echoes louder than a bat-signal at midnight: Kevin Conroy.

The Man Behind the Mask

When The CW released snapshots of the Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover, the fan frenzy was palpable. Yet, the real sensation lay in the revelation of Conroy's portrayal of Bruce Wayne. This wasn't just any Bruce Wayne. This was a Kingdom Come-inspired version, donning an armored suit reminiscent of a graphic novel where Bruce, aged and weakened, uses a rigid exoskeleton after years of physical wear and tear.

The multiverse teemed with familiar faces, Brandon Routh's Superman being another notable Kingdom Come icon. The two, potentially from the same multiverse corner, painted a poignant picture of heroes past their prime, yet undeterred.

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Of Crossovers and Caped Crusaders

The Arrowverse was already a universe bustling with action. From Black Lightning's electrifying presence to the enigmatic Pariah, the multiverse was a dance of characters. Yet, it was Conroy’s Bruce Wayne that stood tall amidst a sea of legends. His debut added a layer of gravitas, reminding everyone that even heroes grow old, but their spirit remains unyielding.

With echoes of Tom Welling's Clark Kent, Erica Durance's Lois Lane, and a host of others, the crossover was a celebration of all things DC. Though there was a conspicuous absence, notably Michael Rosenbaum's Lex Luthor, the series didn't lose its charm. But, it was Conroy’s debut that gave fans a glimpse into an alternative Gotham - aged, weary, but forever resilient.

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Two years on, we still marvel at that iconic debut. For many, it was the embodiment of a childhood hero growing old with them. Kevin Conroy's Bruce Wayne wasn't just a character; he was a symbol that even in the face of adversity, even when broken and bruised, a hero will always rise.

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