A two-parter that addresses the strained father-son relationship between Luke Fox (aka Batwing) and his father, Lucius Fox (the creator of most of the Bat gear).
Tropes:
- A Day in the Limelight: While Luke has had roles in other episodes before, this is the first one where he's the focus.
- Anger Born of Worry: Lucius finally reveals to Luke that the reason behind his not talking to his son for a while is because he's scared for Luke; while Batwing is a capable fighter, Batman's sidekicks get hurt. A lot. He doesn't want to live knowing that his son will likely die before him.
- Anti-Smother Love Talk: Luke tells his father that he does appreciate all the effort he went through to give him a better life. However, his dad also taught him to be freethinking and compassionate, and self-confident, and he doesn't understand why he would do that if he doesn't trust him to choose his own way in life.
- Both Sides Have a Point: Luke is right in that being Batwing was his decision, and that his father should be mature and let it go that Luke didn't tell him right away. Lucius, on the other hand, has a point in that it's one thing to work with Batman on the sidelines (providing tools, repairing devices, etc) and another thing entirely to fight by his side (which is infinitely more dangerous).
- Continuity Nod: Lucius says sadly that, despite all Batman does to keep his sidekicks safe, they die. According to "Vigilante Bingo", almost every one of the Bat-kids declares "yes" on "have you died and been resurrected?"
- Outliving One's Offspring: Lucius fears having to bury his son if Luke keeps being Batwing.
- So Proud of You: Lucius ultimately says that he's still not entirely happy about the situation, but he understands his son's point of view and he feels a little proud of him.
- Wretched Hive: When Lucius keeps emphasizing the danger of being Batwing, Luke points out that in Gotham, it's a risk even to be an ordinary citizen. One can get killed just by walking down the street.
