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Creation & Design

Cassandra Cain was created by writer Kelley Puckett and artist Damion Scott, first appearing in 1999. She was designed to be a new Batgirl, with a unique background and abilities.

Early Years

Raised by assassins, Cassandra was trained to be a lethal fighter from a young age. Her upbringing left her with a unique inability to speak, but she communicated through body language and martial arts.

Character Development

Over the years, Cassandra Cain has evolved from a silent assassin to a beloved member of the Bat-family, showcasing her growth as a character and her struggle for identity and acceptance.

Cultural Reception

Cassandra Cain has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for her unique background and compelling character arc.

Character Details

Real Name:
Cassandra Cain
First Appearance:
Richard Dragon's Kung-Fu Fighter #5
Aliases:
Batgirl, Black Bat
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Batman Family, Birds of Prey, Justice League
Abilities:
Martial Arts Master, Enhanced Reflexes, Stealth
Equipment:
Batarangs, Grappling Hook, Utility Belt
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Richard Dragon's Kung-Fu Fighter #5
DC ⋅ 1976
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Richard Dragon's Kung-Fu Fighter #5
 
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1st appearance of Lady Shiva, mother of Cassandra Cain and mentor of Tim Drake

Detective Comics #734
DC ⋅ 1999
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Detective Comics #734
 
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2nd appearance of Cassandra Cain

2nd appearance of David Cain

Batman #567
DC ⋅ 1999
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Batman #567
 
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1st appearance and cover of Cassandra Cain, later becomes Batgirl, Orphan II and the Black Bat

1st appearance of David Cain, Orphan not in costume

Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #120
DC ⋅ 1999
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Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #120
 
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1st appearance of Cassandra Cain as Batgirl

Batgirl #1
DC ⋅ 2000
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Batgirl #1
 
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First solo series featuring Cassandra Cain as Batgirl

Batman Incorporated #6
DC ⋅ 2011
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Batman Incorporated #6
 
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1st appearance of Cassandra Cain as the Black Bat

DC Festival of Heroes: The Asian Superhero Celebration #1
Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 2021
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DC Festival of Heroes: The Asian Superhero Celebration #1
 
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Variant cover art by Artgerm featuring Cassandra Cain

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