The Batman also received a spin-off comic book series – "The Batman Strikes!" – published by DC Comics. The spin-off comic books were set in the same continuity and style as "The Batman". The man known as Batman, the costumed protector of Gotham City, is secretly billionaire playboy, Bruce Wayne (voiced by Rino Romano). Batman began three years prior to the start of the series, and the Gotham City police do not publicly acknowledge the vigilante's existence. Operating out of a secret lair underneath Bruce Wayne's mansion — known as the Bat cave — Batman and his butler, Alfred Pennyworth (voiced by
Batman: The Ride (S&S Free Spin) Batman. The coaster is located in the 50's themed section, Rockville. Riders queue inside the Monarch Theater, which was the location of a pivotal moment in the Batman universe. Young Bruce Wayne was leaving the theater with his parents when they were killed right in front of him. The Batman theme is further explored inside while guests wait, with touches that include a Batmobile, Bat-Signal, and many other related artifacts. "Batman: The Ride" became one of the most anticipated roller coasters of 2015 due to the ride being the first in the world. With some stating that the roller coaster