Summary

• Batman's engagement to Julie Madison shakes up his love life, posing questions on how it will affect his dynamic with Catwoman and Talia al Ghul.
• Julie Madison's return as Batman's original love interest in Gotham by Gaslight raises anticipation for future developments in their romance and her knowledge of his secret identity.
• The series could feature love affairs between Batman and Catwoman or Talia al Ghul, sparking curiosity about the extent of his relationships with them.

WARNING: Potential Spoilers for Batman: Gotham by Gaslight - The Kryptonian Age #1!

Sorry, Batman’s original paramour has returned to comics, and news is already buzzing about their engagement. This revival of Bruce Wayne's original love interest is undoubtedly thrilling, but it does beg the question of how it will impact the Dark Knight's dynamic with Catwoman and Talia al Ghul, both of whom play significant roles in the ongoing storyline.

Andy Diggle, Leandro Fernández, and Dave Stewart's Batman: Gotham by Gaslight—The Kryptonian Age #1 marks the beginning of the sequel to the beloved Elseworlds tale, Batman: Gotham by Gaslight, which reimagines DC's iconic characters in the 19th century. The inaugural issue brings forth several surprises, chief among them being Bruce Wayne's engagement.

However, instead of the expected figures like Catwoman or Talia al Ghul, the Dark Knight finds himself betrothed to his original love interest, Julie Madison. With Madison's return and Selina and Talia playing pivotal roles in the narrative, Batman's romantic entanglements are sure to become more complex.

Batman Is Officially Engaged to His Original Love Interest in Gotham by Gaslight - The Kryptonian Age

Detective Comics #31 (September 1939), created by Gardner Fox, Bob Kane, and Sheldon Moldoff, establishing her as Bruce's original romantic interest in comics. Despite not being as renowned as Selina Kyle or Talia al Ghul, Julie holds a significant place in the Batman mythos, a role expected to expand with her recent return in Batman: Gotham by Gaslight—The Kryptonian Age #1. In this issue, Madison, acting on behalf of the absent Bruce Wayne, hosts a gala where she refers to Bruce as her "fiancé," leaving no doubt about the nature of their relationship.

As of now, not much else has been revealed about their partnership besides its status, leaving fans eager for subsequent comic releases to unveil the details of their romance. One burning question on fans' minds is whether Julie is aware of Bruce's alter ego as Batman. The answer to this inquiry will undoubtedly set the tone for their relationship moving forward. If Julie remains unaware of Bruce's dual identity, it may signify that their relationship lacks depth and that Bruce doesn't fully trust her. Conversely, if she is privy to his secret, it would indicate a more serious and profound connection between them.

Julie Madison also recently returned in Dan Jurgens’ The Bat-Man: First Knight.

How Will Bruce Wayne’s Relationship with Julie Madison Affect His Interactions With Talia al Ghul and Selina Kyle?

Given that Catwoman and Talia al Ghul are the most prominently featured characters in the first issue, even suring Batman in screen time, it's evident that they will play significant roles in the series. As both have often been portrayed as Batman's primary love interests in various storylines, it raises curiosity about how Bruce's engagement to Julie will influence his interactions with them. There's a possibility of him having affairs with Selina, Talia, or even both women. Consequently, there's much anticipation surrounding future revelations regarding the extent of Batman's relationships with Catwoman and Talia al Ghul.

Batman: Gotham by Gaslight - The Kryptonian Age #1 is available now from DC Comics!