Character Inspirations

Bob Kane's original concept for a super-hero was called Birdman. 

It was Finger who convinced him to change the design of the character to that of a bat, discarding the feathered wings, opting instead for a cape and cowl.

Other Than The Shadow,

The Best Scene in The Shadow 1994

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Bill Finger draws inspiration from
The Mysterious Black Bat 














Rise of the Black Bat (2012) | Trailer | Jody Haucke | Richard Groen | Dixie Collins

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Drew much inspiration for Batman from Lee Falk's character "The Phantom". 

Like Batman, the Phantom is one of the few heroes not to have super powers.

Phantom Fan Trailer

The Phantom (1996) - Turning Down the Phantom Scene (9/9) | Movieclips

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                                                                THE BATS

Fun Facts About Bats

Batman Armours

BATMAN VS SUPERMAN

Batman Beyond: Bruce puts on one last Batsuit

See His Other Friends

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