| “ | Your father knew protecting Gotham required real sacrifice. | ” |
James "Jim" Gordon was the commissioner of the Gotham City Police Department, a staunch ally of Batman, and the father of Barbara Gordon.
Biography[edit source]
Early Life[edit source]
At some point, James Gordon joined the Gotham City Police Department and rose to the rank of commissioner. He also had a daughter called Barbara Gordon at some point during his life.[2]
Batman & Robin[edit source]
During his career, Gordon maintained a close relationship with Batman and Robin, often using a customized searchlight known as the Bat-Signal to request their assistance in solving cases involving supervillains.[2] In one such case, Gordon worked with Batman to defeat the Scarecrow after being sent a poem in which Crane threatened to use explosives to release his fear toxin across Gotham City.[3]
Theft Spree[edit source]
In 2016, Gordon issued a statement in which he expressed confusion over how a group of criminals managed to overcome sophisticated security systems in order to steal priceless artifacts from several museums across Gotham City.[1]
Trigon's Dreamworld[edit source]
In a dreamworld created by Trigon for Dick Grayson, Gordon was kidnapped by the Joker and tortured for three days until eventually being murdered.[4]
Death[edit source]
Prior to 2020, Gordon was frozen in a block of ice by Mr. Freeze, resulting in him dying of a heart attack.[2]
Powers and Abilities[edit source]
Abilities[edit source]
- Leadership: Gordon was an excellent leader in his role as commissioner of the Gotham City Police Department, a position he held with distinction for many years.[2]
Appearances[edit source]
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"Dick Grayson" | Mentioned (Dream) |
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"Barbara Gordon" | Mentioned |
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"Red Hood" | Pictured |
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"Blackfire" | Mentioned |
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"Lady Vic" | Mentioned (Dream) |
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"Troubled Water" | Pictured |
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"Prodigal" | Mentioned |
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"Purple Rain" | Mentioned |
Gallery[edit source]
Jim Gordon
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References[edit source]
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