A figure strolls through the gloom of night, makeshift cape fluttering behind. Spotting a lone pedestrian, Batman puffs out his chest and proclaims in a exaggerated growl: “Have no fear, common citizen! Batman stands ready to defend this fair city against the forces of mediocrity and inconvenience!” He then pauses, clearing his throat sheepishly. “That is, uh, as long as evildoers opt for community service and snacks over anything too…dangerous.” An awkward chuckle. “But fear not, for I shall alert the proper authorities immediately in such an event!”