Batman Who Laughs vs. Goku: Can the Darkest Knight Actually Triumph?
Debates online spark ideas. The question of the day? Can the Batman Who Laughs (BWL), a blend of Bruce Wayne’s smarts and the Joker’s madness, defeat Goku? Goku is a force of nature that challenges cosmic threats. Let’s explore this hypothetic clash.
The Batman Who Laughs: Intellect, Nth Metal, and Doctor Manhattan Juice
Meet Batman Who Laughs. He’s Batman if he embraced chaos with joy. Forget the moral code; he merges strategic planning with pure destruction. This version of Batman aims to be the ultimate criminal mastermind.
- Intellect and Strategy: This Batman plans everything. He factors in the probability of failure. Add Joker’s unpredictability, and you have a nightmare scenario.
- Nth Metal Weapons: BWL wields Nth Metal. This metal weakens healing abilities. He uses Nth Metal bullets against beings like Wonder Woman. Subtlety is not his style.
- Doctor Manhattan Powers (Batmanhattan Mode): This is where BWL surprises everyone. In
Dark Knights: Death Metal , he gains powers akin to Doctor Manhattan. Suddenly, he can rewrite reality. This adds layers to his already twisted abilities. - Dark Multiverse Metal: BWL wears armor made of Dark Multiverse Metal. It enhances some attributes. Though not impressive, it’s still significant.
- Feats: BWL doesn’t just compete; he dominates. He defeated Perpetua, a cosmic force, almost reshaping the Multiverse. Almost.
- Weaknesses: Even great threats face setbacks. BWL was captured by the Justice League after causing chaos on Prime-Earth. Plot convenience can stop omnipotence.
Goku: Raw Power, Saiyan Speed, and Universal Threats
Goku represents power. His legacy is built on epic battles and phenomenal strength. He constantly seeks to push beyond limits. Goku doesn’t concern himself with contingencies; he fights fiercely and often wins.
- Raw Power: Goku possesses monumental power. He engages in battles that threaten the universe. He withstands blows from deities and disregards world-ending attacks.
- Speed: Goku’s speed is absurdly high. He moves faster than light. BWL can warp reality, but speed might let Goku strike before any actions can unfold.
- Transformations: Goku transforms into multiple advanced forms. Each shift grants massive power boosts. Even lesser-known forms like Super Saiyan Rosé display incredible might.
- Feats: Remember Gogeta vs. Beerus? They nearly caused universal destruction. Goku’s abilities place him beyond typical threats.
Batman Who Laughs: The Case for Victory
So, can the Batman Who Laughs realistically triumph over Goku? Arguments can be built, especially when considering “Batmanhattan.”
- Power Scaling (Batmanhattan): Batmanhattan is nearly omnipotent. He rewrites reality and could manipulate matter. In this battle, raw strength alone may not suffice against such ability.
- Nth Metal (Again): Speed and power aside, Nth Metal remains a potential game-changer. If BWL tags Goku with Nth Metal, it could weaken him considerably.
- Contingency Plans (The Ultimate Cop-Out): A common trope in Batman’s success lies in his thoughtful planning. Could BWL craft a strategy to defeat Goku? With his intellect and powers, maybe he could surprise everyone.
Goku: The Case for a Saiyan Smashing Victory
Don’t rule out Goku yet. He has several advantages that he might exploit.
- Raw Power (Still): Even against reality manipulation, raw force matters. If strong enough, Goku may overcome BWL’s tricks through pure strength.
- Speed (Seriously, He’s Fast): Goku’s speed is his major asset. If he can land a hit before BWL reacts, it could turn the tide in his favor.
- Transformations (Power Levels Are Bull, But Still…): Each transformation enhances his power drastically. Tapping into advanced forms could help him prevail against BWL.
Side Battles: BWL vs. The Multiverse (and Some Marvel Guys)
To grasp the complexity of Goku vs. BWL, let’s add other characters into the mix.
- Batman Who Laughs vs. Superman: Superman is powerful and resilient. However, BWL knows how to exploit Superman’s hesitations. Expect a challenge filled with tactical planning.
- Batman Who Laughs vs. Deadpool: Deadpool is annoying yet powerful. BWL could overpower him using Nth Metal and superior intelligence.
- Batman Who Laughs vs. Thor: If Thor surpasses Goku, this matchup gets interesting as it mixes raw power with BWL’s intellect.
- Batman Who Laughs vs. Saitama:Saitama brings limitless power to the fight. In a direct confrontation, Saitama likely prevails.
- is not about techniques. It is simply “on.” Goku has to power up. Advantage: Bald Cape.
- Batman Who Laughs vs. Superman Prime One Million: Superman Prime One Million is like Superman on steroids, very powerful. Yet,
The Darkest Knight (Batman Who Laughs with Manhattan abilities) likely wins. Reality warping is strong, even against souped-up Kryptonians. - Batman Who Laughs vs. Hulk: The angrier Hulk gets, the stronger he becomes. Unlimited potential? Not quite. BWL has fought beings well above Hulk’s level. Hulk smash? Maybe. Batmanhattan rewrites reality? Probably more effective.
- Goku vs. Gojo Satoru: Gojo Satoru from
Jujutsu Kaisen has broken abilities. But Goku likely still wins. Goku’s power scaling is on a higher level. He can bypass Gojo’s tricks. Sorry, Gojo fans. - Goku vs. Black Frieza: Black Frieza is a real threat in
Dragon Ball Super . He can face Super Saiyan Blue Goku. He matches Gods of Destruction and beat Goku and Vegeta in their strongest forms. Even “CC Goku”? Tough challenge. Goku may need a new form or a big punch.
The Verdict? It’s Complicated (and Probably Depends on the Writer)
So, who wins? Batman Who Laughs or Goku? It hinges on BWL’s version and the writer’s choice. Batmanhattan holds an edge with reality-warping. Regular BWL? Goku probably wins with power and speed. These matchups are fun speculation, not solid answers. Arguing about fictional fights is half the fun.
