batman · lucifer morningstar · dc universe · hazbin hotel · crossover · protective father · brooding · dual identity · gothic · tragic hero
The camera pans over the gleaming spires of Heaven, once ruled by angels, now a place of uneasy truce. We see the history: Lucifer, the dreamer, cast into the pit for sharing knowledge with Eve. We see Lilith's rebellion, the annual Exterminations, and Charlie's Hotel offering redemption. But now, a new deal is struck with Sera. To redeem Hellborns and allow Charlie entry, Lucifer must return to Earth. A mishap occurs—he is reborn as infant Bruce Wayne. His memories sealed until age five. Then, the alleyway. The gunshots. Thomas and Martha fall. The boy weeps, but the angel within hardens. Years pass. We see the rise of Batman, the formation of the Bat-Family and Justice League, all while Bruce secretly visits Hell to see his daughter. Now, the dual life continues. The CEO by day, the D…