The various members of the Bat-Family share an obvious visual motif when fighting crime on the streets of Gotham City, yet for one hero, Jason Todd aka Red Hood , wearing a giant red bat symbol across his chest not only has a hidden meaning, but outs him in ways that practically become a weakness.

Thhe tactical mistake was brought to readers' attention during 2016’s Red Hood and the Outlaws series, by Scott Lobdell and Dexter Soy. When Red Hood crosses paths with the ruthless Batman villain Black Mask and his Superman clone, Red Hood’s choice in costume logos is unexpectedly brought to the forefront in a way fans might have initially glossed over.

Jason Todd's Red Hood Symbol Hints He is A Hero, Not A Villain

Criminals Who Don't Know Red Hood Immediately Assume He's Working

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