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I just look at Batman like a cop. They have guns that the State issues them, and sometimes they have to use that to kill people, but at the end of the day, they're not knocking on doors shooting random people, or even using it in all situations. It's more for defense. So if Batman kills in defense, I don't see a problem with it, but if he plans out a murder, then it starts crossing the line. Which was the entire point of his character in BvS, lol.

I completely agree Travesty. This is exactly my thoughts to. I think if the fanbase had more of this thinking, there may be less tension and scrutinizing of Batman's actions.

I don't have anything new to add but I wanted to swing by and let you all know that I appreciate the research and dedication everyone here has put into this list. When BvS hit theaters, I put my entire understanding of the character under a microscope especially his rule because I felt there was something I wasn't getting. In my search I found this list and it's changed my entire view of that aspect of the character. At this point I believe his rule is "no murder" not "no killing" considering both are very different. If he kills defensively, he's not breaking any sort of rules.

I'm not sure if this is cool with you guys or not but every single time I see myself in a discussion regarding "Batman never kills" I always share a link to this page and 9 times out of 10 they don't have much to say after...so I may be one reason why some people are seeing this...but I think they should.

I don't know whether this has been asked or not, I've only glanced at most of this thread,  but when did this "Batman never kills" misunderstanding take shape? Did it really hit the fan with the TDK trilogy?

Anyways, great work everyone.