Jake Kane

Creation & Design

Jake Kane was created by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale as part of the Batman mythos, introduced in the mid-1990s.

Early Years

Jake Kane is depicted as a dedicated police officer in Gotham City, often involved in the investigations surrounding Batman's activities.

Character Development

Throughout his appearances, Jake Kane evolves from a supporting character in the Gotham City Police Department to a more complex figure who grapples with the moral ambiguities of justice in a city rife with crime.

Cultural Reception

Jake Kane has been well-received as a character that adds depth to the Gotham City narrative, representing the law enforcement perspective in a city dominated by vigilantes.

Character Details

Real Name:
Jake Kane
First Appearance:
Detective Comics #854
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Gotham City Police Department, Wayne Enterprises
Abilities:
Combat skills, Investigation skills
Equipment:
Standard police gear
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Key Facts

1st appearance of Alice aka Beth Kane, Batwoman's demented twin sister

1st appearance of Colonel Jacob Kane, Kate's father

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1st team appearance of The Murder of Crows, Jake Kane's military task force

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