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The Riddler ( Edward Nigma, later Edward Nygma or Edward Nashton) is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by Bill Finger and Dick Sprang, and debuted in Detective Comics #140 in October 1948.
- Origins. The Riddler's compulsion stems from parental abuse that he endured as a child. After Edward got high scores on some important tests in school, his father, unable to grasp the fact that his son was brilliant and believing he had cheated, beat him out of envy.
- Hush. In the 12 part storyline Hush, it is revealed that Riddler had suffered from cancer, which also afflicted Dr. Thomas Elliot's mother. Riddler used one of Ra's Al Ghul's Lazarus Pits to rid himself of the disease, and offered Elliot the chance to cure his mother as well, provided he paid a large sum of money.
- Aftermath. The fallout from Riddler's failed scheme would be played out in Batman: Gotham Knights #50-53. In the story "Pushback," Hush reappears and beats Riddler senseless across a rooftop.
- The New 52. In DC's 2011 relaunch of all of its monthly titles, The New 52, Riddler appears as an inmate at Arkham Asylum in Batman #1. Redesigned in the style of the new titles, he sports a green mohawk in the shape of a question mark.
Learn about the Riddler, one of Batman's most intelligent and devious enemies, who loves to leave clues and puzzles for the Dark Knight. Find out his real name, powers, first appearance, occupation and more in this official DC character profile.
Edward Nigma, Edward Nashton, or Edward Nygma, also known as The Riddler, is a super-villain enemy of Batman who commits crimes revolving around an obsession with riddles.
Dec 12, 2023 · A prequel to The Batman film, this comic explores Edward Nashton's backstory as the Riddler, a serial killer who sees himself as a hero. The book challenges the reader's perspective and explores the themes of perception, corruption and madness in Gotham City.
Feb 23, 2022 · Learn about the origins, motivations and variations of the Riddler, Batman's intellectual rival and foe. From his debut in 1948 to his latest incarnation in The Batman, discover who is the Riddler and how he challenges the Dark Knight.
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Jun 21, 2022 · Learn about the origin, evolution and portrayals of the Riddler, the puzzle-obsessed criminal who challenges Batman with his riddles and traps. Find out how Paul Dano brings a new level of terror and realism to the iconic villain in The Batman.
