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Bud and Lou
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Creation & Design

Bud and Lou were created as a comedic duo to provide levity in the darker stories of Batman. Their dynamic was inspired by classic comedy teams.

Early Years

Initially appearing in Batman comics, Bud and Lou quickly became fan favorites, often appearing in humorous side stories and team-ups.

Character Development

Over the years, Bud and Lou have evolved from mere comic relief to integral parts of the Batman universe, often providing a unique perspective on serious events.

Cultural Reception

Bud and Lou have been well-received by audiences for their humor and charm, often praised for their ability to lighten the mood in darker storylines.

Character Details

Real Name:
Bud and Lou
First Appearance:
Batman Adventures: Mad Love Special, The #1
Aliases:
The Dynamic Duo, The Comedy Team
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Gotham City Police Department
Abilities:
Enhanced agility, Combat skills, Detective skills
Equipment:
Utility belt, Gadgets
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Batman Adventures: Mad Love Special, The #1
DC ⋅ 1994
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Batman Adventures: Mad Love Special, The #1
 
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2nd appearance and origin of Harley Quinn, not in the mainstream universe

1st appearance of Bud and Lou in comics, Harley's pet hyenas

Harley Quinn #9
DC ⋅ 2001
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Harley Quinn #9
 
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Cover art by Terry Dodson featuring Harley, Bud and Lou

Suicide Squad #15
DC ⋅ 2013
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Suicide Squad #15
 
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Death of Bud and Lou

Harley Quinn's Villain of the Year #1
C2E2 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2020
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Harley Quinn's Villain of the Year #1
 
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Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo

Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo 2020 exclusive

Harley Quinn #10
1:25 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2021
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Harley Quinn #10
 
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Variant cover art by Rachta Lin

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