Batman Takes On An Unexpected New Role In DC Lore: Grandpa
Batman just got an upgrade unlike anything in the DC hero’s long history: Bruce Wayne is now officially a grandfather. That’s right, Bruce just took a trip to one possible DC Universe future, where he met his son Damian’s son, Alfred. “Grandpa Bruce” is an unexpected new role for the Caped Crusader, but the idea already has fans thrilled. DC K.O.: Knightfight #3 is written by Joshua Williamson, with art by Dan Mora. The issue officially introduces “Alfred Wayne,” Bruce’s grandson.
Batman meets his grandson, Alfred Wayne
While Alfred’s debut is only a glimpse of the future for now, this is a familiar DC trick, hinting that he will play a role in future Batman lore.
DC K.O.: Knightfight #3, Written By Joshua Williamson; Art By Dan Mora; Available Now From DC Comics
D.C. K.O. #3, versions of Batman looming over each other
2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Damian Wayne’s official entry into DC canon. Damian’s 2006 debut was a huge moment in Batman history. Fittingly, DC is celebrating this milestone by showing readers a version of Damian who is thriving in and out of the role of Batman. Most notably, he has a young son, Alfred. The name, of course, is significant. Alfred Pennyworth was the Wayne family butler and beloved mentor to the Bat-Family, from Bruce to Damian, up until his death at the hands of Bane in 2019. Once the prototypical loner, Bruce Wayne is now officially a grandfather in DC lore, and readers are thrilled with the development.
Bruce Wayne's Legacy Just Got Stronger
Alfred Wayne debuts as part of a vision of just one potential path for the future of Batman, and the Wayne family. He's not likely to factor into the DC Universe in the short term, but now that the character has been established, it's certain that he'll pop up again. Especially given the immediate positive reaction to the reveal from fans.
The DC fandom has been buzzing on social media after the release of DC K.O.: Knightfight #3. "Grandpa Bruce" is an instant hit. Batman fans love this for the character. Batman is no longer the story of a dark, brooding loner. It's the tale of a hero who built a family, and now DC has laid the foundation for the next generation.
