Has Batman ever used a gun?

Not only have alternate versions of Batman carried guns, but even main Earth Batman has been shown with a gun — even firing at people — from time to time. One of the more notable gun-carrying Batman stories was "Batman Year Two (opens in new tab)" in Detective Comics #575-578.
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When did Batman stop using a gun?

Batman's use of lethal tactics finally stopped after a trip to the frontlines of World War II during Batman #15.
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Is there a version of Batman that uses guns?

The Grim Knight was an alternate version of Batman who started using guns, ever since shooting Joe Chill who murdered his parents. He was an enemy to Batman as he often allied himself with the Batman Who Laughs.
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Why did Batman have a gun?

Batman was inspired by pulp fiction heroes, specifically The Shadow, who used guns all the time. Batman rarely used a gun on people, but originally didn't have a rule against doing so. The character's shift to an anti-gun status is often said to be have been an editorial decision.
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Does Batman hate guns?

The modern rationale for Batman not carrying a gun — and even hating guns — is that he witnessed his parents' murder by one. Paul Levitz, long-time DC writer, editor, and former president and publisher, said it just made sense for the character.
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Does Batman ever take venom?

A new edition of the classic tale from BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #16-20, introducing the strength-enhancing drug Venom. After Batman fails to save a young girl, he becomes addicted to Venom – and his entire life begins to spiral out of control.
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Which Robin uses a gun?

Damian gets his hands on a gun, likely one he stole from Black Mask, and then uses the villain's gun against him.
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Does Batman use a sword?

Luckily, Bats has proven himself a skilled swordsman over the years and knows exactly how to use a blade. Which makes it unsurprising that when faced with an army of killer clock robots, Batman confidently unclips his pants and unsheathes a massive blue electric sword from his utility belt.
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Does Batman take steroids?

No. There is one comic where he did go on steroids. He went a little crazy and he went off them again.
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Does Batman use guns in Dark Knight?

Batman doesn't use guns. It's kind of his deal, one of the defining aspects of his character that's been in place for over 70 years, despite the book's ties to the trigger-happy worlds of pulp vigilantes and noir detective stories.
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Does Flashpoint Batman use guns?

In DC Comics' Rebirth era, as well as Infinite Frontier and Justice League Incarnate, Flashpoint Batman has guns similar to the movie version. He is even shown using them in flashbacks that contradict the comics that they are referencing.
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What Earth is grim Knight?

The Grim Knight is a version of Batman from the Dark Multiverse brought to Prime Earth by the Batman Who Laughs.
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What is Batman's code?

No-Kill Rule

Batman's moral code is heavily reiterated by his refusal to kill anyone because he believes that any form of homicide would defy an integral element of his crime-fighting cause and moral code. No matter how much destruction or death a villain causes, he refuses to become like his enemies.
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What is Batman's one rule?

That one rule is Batman's, the only one he rigidly adheres to: no killing. Seems easy enough to follow until you realize what kind of pressure it causes in his line of work and how much easier it was all be if he broke it just once.
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Does Batman have any superpowers?

Unlike most superheroes, Batman does not possess any superpowers, instead relying on his intellect, fighting skills, and wealth. The 1960s Batman television series used a camp aesthetic, which continued to be associated with the character for years after the show ended.
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What is Batman weakness?

The fact that he is so reliant on technology is his major weakness because he“s practically handicapped without it and could not stand his ground against a plethora of his usual enemies. Dogs.
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Does Batman use a knife?

Brass Knuckles: Used to engage an enemy with more force behind his blows. Tactical Knife: Batman does not use this in combat, but he has used this to cut through many durable materials. Mini-Computer: Batman carries two of these. One is located in his utility belt and another is located in his left arm.
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Is Batman a good swordsman?

The Knight, The Vengeance, the one and only Batman is simply one of the best hand to hand combatants in any comic universe. He began training in the martial arts at a young age, all the better to help him succeed in his quest to become the best vigilante he could be.
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What are Batgirl weapons?

Equipment
  • ​Batarangs: Batgirl possess shuriken like boomerangs that she has adapted from her mentor Batman.
  • Pocket Explosives: Small pin like explosives that explode in a set amount of time releasing a small explosion.
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How is Damian Batman's son?

Damian's origin was unknown to Batman. Damian was genetically perfected and grown in an artificial womb to be the perfect warrior. He is raised by his mother Talia al Ghul and the League of Assassins.
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How did Batman have Damian?

Conceived after Bruce impregnated Talia al Ghul, Damian was birthed through an artificial womb to spare Talia the labours of pregnancy. After being put into contact with a piece of the Chaos Shard, Damian quickly aged, turning four by the end of his first year of life. This birthing anomaly was known to few.
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Is Bane's Venom possible?

Besides his regular use of Venom, which he acknowledged as a weakness, Bane also developed a variant of Venom, TN-1, as a means to overcome his addiction, but was reluctant to use it until it was perfected because it caused permanent and gradual memory loss.
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Has Batman ever used the Lazarus Pit?

In Batman Beyond, a Lazarus Pit appeared in "Out of the Past". It was used to rejuvenate an elderly Bruce Wayne back to his prime.
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What Batman inject himself?

Batman injected himself with a shot of adrenaline in order for him to overcome his injuries and continue fighting. After The Riddler's arrest, the villain's final act of terrorism is handed over to his followers, who oversee the flooding of Gotham whilst threatening the civilians with firearms.
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