Okay, let's be honest. We all love Batman. But have you ever considered...he's kinda stiff? Especially compared to, say, hanging out with a talking Great Dane?
Batman: The Brave and the Bold and Scooby Doo: A Thought
I'm going to say it. Maybe, just maybe, *Batman* is secretly craving a Mystery Machine road trip. A spooky mansion adventure? Don't you think so?
Think about it. The Brave and the Bold *Batman* isn't brooding in a cave. He's teaming up with everyone. He's cracking jokes!
It's a far cry from grimdark, isn't it? He's even got a sense of humor. You can see the potential, trust me.
The Case for Scooby Snacks and Bat-Gadgets
Hear me out. *Scooby-Doo* mysteries are basically villain team-ups gone wrong. Often involving costumes and elaborate plans. Familiar theme?
Batman deals with that every Tuesday. So it's really not that different. Plus, can you imagine Batman trying to unmask someone while Scooby and Shaggy are clinging to his legs? Comedy GOLD.
And let's be real. Batman could definitely use some assistance. He's only human, after all! Having a scaredy dog detective on hand could be surprisingly useful.
Shaggy and Scooby could be the ultimate distraction. Imagine *Batman* using them to set traps. He'd call it "strategic redirection".
Why This Needs to Happen (Even if It's Just in My Head)
Picture this: a crossover episode. A villain is terrorizing Gotham. The usual suspects are involved.
But this time, the Mystery Gang arrives. Maybe they're just in town for a Scooby Snack convention. Or maybe they're on the trail of a *ghostly gargoyle*.
Chaos ensues. Velma deduces the villain's identity. Fred sets a trap. Daphne gets kidnapped (naturally). And *Batman* tries to maintain order while Scooby hides in his cape.
It would be epic. Truly epic. The contrast between Batman's stoicism and Scooby's silliness? A match made in cartoon heaven.
Okay, Maybe I'm Reaching...But Am I?
Some might say this is a terrible idea. That Batman and Scooby-Doo don't belong in the same universe. To those people, I say: "Why not?"
The Brave and the Bold showed us Batman can be fun. Scooby-Doo has faced down countless "monsters". It's just a matter of combining the two.
Even just a short comic panel of Scooby snacking on a Batarang. Now THAT'S the real justice.
Honestly, wouldn't you pay good money to see *Batman* reluctantly share a Scooby Snack with *Scooby-Doo*? I know I would.
So, let's start a petition. Let's write fan fiction. Let's dream of a world where Batman and Scooby-Doo solve mysteries together. Let's hope that one day, someone at DC or Hanna-Barbera sees the light.
Because deep down, I truly believe that Batman needs a little Scooby-Doo in his life. And Scooby-Doo probably needs a Batmobile upgrade. Let's make it happen!
