Cassandra Cain (Batgirl/Black Bat)
Cassandra Cain is a skilled martial artist and former Batgirl who is known for her exceptional fighting abilities and her unique communication style.
Character
Cinematic | Literary
DC
First appearing in 1999’s Batman #567, Cassandra Cain was raised by assassins David Cain and Lady Shiva to be the perfect weapon. Deprived of speech and human contact, she learned to read body language instead. After saving Commissioner Gordon’s life, she was adopted by Bruce Wayne and became the new Batgirl.
Cassandra later took on the mantle of Black Bat and has since appeared in various comic series, animated films, and the live-action film ‘Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)’.
Known for her exceptional fighting skills and detective abilities, Cassandra has defeated formidable villains and solved high-profile cases. She is a mute individual who communicates through sign language and body language. With a photographic memory and expertise in martial arts and acrobatics, Cassandra stands as one of the most skilled fighters in the DC Universe.
Cassandra’s complex and introspective nature stems from her tumultuous past. She finds solace in her close relationships with Barbara Gordon, Stephanie Brown, Batman, and Nightwing. Currently, she is in a relationship with Tim Drake (the third Robin).
Cassandra Cain’s journey from a trained assassin to a compassionate hero continues to captivate audiences, making her one of the most compelling characters in the DC universe.