Batman: Under the Red Hood

The Dark Knight and moral anchor of the story, Batman confronts the emergence of Red Hood while grappling with the possibility of Jason Todd’s return. He struggles to uphold his non-lethal code in a city teetering on the edge of brutal escalation. The events force him to redefine what justice means when personal history collides with present threats.

An ally and former Robin who assists Batman, providing street-level insight and tactical support. He helps expose the Red Hood’s control over the criminals and keeps the fight from spiraling out of control. His presence embodies loyalty and pragmatic crime-fighting.

Jason Todd returns with a brutal philosophy: criminals who aren’t afraid deserve to die. He spearheads a ruthless takeover of the drug trade and serves as the catalyst that forces Batman to confront the limits of his ethics. His true identity as Jason Todd ruptures Batman’s fraternal bond and redefines their conflict.

A chaotic mastermind who manipulates events to destabilize both sides and test Batman’s resolve. He is a wildcard whose involvement intensifies the city-wide conflict and amplifies the cost of vengeance. His unpredictable actions push the protagonists toward a brutal confrontation.

A centuries-old strategist who orchestrates resurrection and uses the Lazarus Pit as a means to teach harsh lessons about vengeance. He reveals a deep guilt in Jason Todd’s death and attempts to shape a fragile peace by reviving him, an act that backfires on his own plans.

A ruthless crime lord who drives Gotham’s drug trade and manipulates criminal networks. His direct assault on Red Hood and his alliance with Joker heighten the stakes and threaten to plunge the city into further chaos. He represents the corrupt engine of power behind the crime wave.

Bruce Wayne’s loyal butler and confidant who provides emotional grounding and guidance in the wake of Jason Todd’s fate. He offers steady support and moral perspective, helping Bruce carry the weight of past trauma into his decisions. Alfred’s steadiness anchors the Bat-family through the crisis.