Red Hood

Vengeful former Robin turned anti-hero

The Red Hood, assumed by Jason Todd, was once Batman's partner Robin, but was killed by the Joker and revived by the Lazarus Pit, transforming into an anti-hero.

Quotes

  • Justice chooses no means.
  • Revenge against the Joker is not over.
  • I protect the city in a way different from Batman.
  • I was Robin, now I'm Red Hood.
  • Fighting in the darkness, that's my reason for existence.

Trivia

  • The name Red Hood originates from the Joker's original mask.
  • Jason Todd is the second Robin, and his death is Batman's greatest trauma.
  • During revival, he was mentally and physically warped by the Lazarus Pit.
  • Often clashes with Batman, but at root, they share a common sense of justice.
  • Appears extensively in anime films and games beyond comics.
  • Combat abilities enhanced by Ra's al Ghul's influence.

Alternate names

Jason Todd Robin (2nd Generation) Anti-Hero Red Hood Red Hood

Tags

Batman Family Anti-Hero Robin Gotham City Avenger Lazarus Pit DC Comics Dark Knight Jason Todd

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
A young man wearing a red full-face helmet (bucket-shaped), clad in tactical combat gear. Armed and giving a rugged, ruthless impression.
Distinguishing features
  • Red full-face Red Hood helmet
  • Survival-style combat uniform
  • Fragments of the symbolic former Robin costume (sometimes worn)
Iconic items
  • Red Hood Helmet
  • Crowbar
  • Pistol
  • Knife
  • Tactical Gear

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Thirst for Revenge
Detailed personality
Driven by a thirst for revenge with a cold personality, he is an anti-hero who uses extreme measures against Gotham's corruption and crime. He possesses a strong sense of justice but adheres to it strictly by his own ethics, sometimes clashing with Batman. He also harbors inner conflicts from his time as Robin.
Keywords
  • Avenger
  • Ruthless
  • Brave
  • Sense of Justice
  • Conflict
  • Anti-Hero
  • High Combat Ability
  • Persistent
Motto
Justice chooses no means
Talents
  • Exceptional martial arts skills
  • High tactical intellect
  • Outstanding marksmanship
  • Survival skills
  • Endurance
Skills
  • Use of various weapons
  • Infiltration and espionage
  • Driving skills
  • Leadership
  • General physical training
Motivation
To eradicate Gotham's crime and achieve revenge against the Joker
Habits
Often takes extreme measures without hesitation. Appears calm and composed, but harbors intense emotions within.

History

Backstory
Jason Todd served as Batman's second Robin but was captured and killed by the Joker. Later revived in Ra's al Ghul's Lazarus Pit, driven by revenge and a twisted sense of justice, he takes up the name 'Red Hood' as an anti-hero, imposing harsh retribution on the Joker and Gotham's criminal organizations.
Debut date
2005-02
Work title
Batman #635
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Batman: Under the Red Hood

Death Episode

Significant event
Death Episode
Description
Batman: A Death in the Family, depicting the Joker killing Jason Todd.

Revival and Birth of Red Hood

Significant event
Revival and Birth of Red Hood
Description
Revived by the power of the Lazarus Pit, he becomes Red Hood with revenge in his heart.

Revenge Against the Joker

Significant event
Revenge Against the Joker
Description
Episode where he brutally beats the Joker with a crowbar, achieving extreme revenge.

Gang Purge

Significant event
Gang Purge
Description
Violently cleanses Gotham's corrupt underworld.

Relationships

Mother

Father

Bruce Wayne (Batman)

Mentor

Was Batman's partner Robin, but after death, their relationship became complex with conflicts.

Tim Drake

Ally

Has experience fighting together as a later-generation Robin.

Outlaws

Outlaws: leader

Media appearances

Batman #635: Batman: Under the Red Hood

Manga / Protagonist

2005 February comic

Batman: Under the Red Hood

Anime / Protagonist

2010 anime film

Batman: Arkham Knight

Game / Protagonist

2015 game

Injustice 2

Game / Protagonist

2017 game

Ninja Batman

Movie

2018 anime film

Batman: The Brave and the Bold

Anime / Guest

2008-2011 TV series

Gotham

Drama

2014-2019 drama

Voice cast and creators

Jeff Bennett

Voice actor
Jeff Bennett
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Batman: The Brave and the Bold

Jensen Ackles

Voice actor
Jensen Ackles
Language
English
Version or series
Batman: Under the Red Hood
Notes
Lead voice actor

Troy Baker

Voice actor
Troy Baker
Language
English
Version or series
Batman: Arkham Knight

Cameron Bowen

Voice actor
Cameron Bowen
Language
English
Version or series
Injustice 2

unknown

Voice actor
unknown
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Ninja Batman

Bill Finger

Creator name
Bill Finger
Role
Original author

Related goods

Red Hood Figure

Item name
Red Hood Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Red Hood Mask

Item name
Red Hood Mask
Category
Apparel
Availability
Regular

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