#birds of prey show

[unstablequeerbitch]

I’m going to say it

2002 Birds of Prey show was a good show. And I’m tired of people not knowing it exists/shitting on it.

It did a good job with Barbara (minus one thing I hated in the finale) as Oracle and her talking about being Batgirl. It did a good job with Helena Kyle-Wayne as Huntress. I’m still up on the air with Dinah. I enjoy Dinah, but then remember who Dinah Lance is in the comics and go “…huh”. But Dinah as a new character, I enjoy her. Alfred? God I love him. Alfred deserves the world. Some of the villains, pretty decent, especially for the fact is was freaking 2002 and the superhero obsessed world hasn’t come to full fruition.

I rewatch this show a lot. It’s one of my comfort shows. “But it’s cringe” oh shut up. Without this show you wouldn’t have much of a CW superhero superhero-verse. “But this part doesn’t seem very realistic” Shut up. I don’t care. It’s okay. I don’t think it’s realistic either but it’s a show. It’s okay

Also while I’m at it. WTF dc. I’m still waiting for the ending of my 90s Birds of Prey arc. I have so many unanswered questions and characters who don’t exist anymore and never got an offical backstory on

#birds of prey #dc comics #birds of prey 2002 #arrow verse #earth 203 #I think #barbara gordon #batgirl #oracle #huntress #Helena Wayne #Helena Kyle #Dinah lance #alfred pennyworth #i am cringe but i am free #cringe #tv show #birds of prey show #cw shows #the cw #misfit #black canary #black Alice #dc #comics #birds of prey comics #90s comics #i have questions

[saturnsickle]

Dinah 🎤

(Lineart under the cut!)

#dinah lance #black canary dc #birds of prey #black canary #dinah drake #dc comics #my art #couldnt decide what version to post #also lineart for once bc i actually like how it looks in a strange turn of events #based on a pic of kelly clarkson btw #If you color the lineart plz show me itd be so fun #also tried doing image descriptions idk if theyre good though ;;

[tbcanary]

absolutely obsessed with helena trying to find a date night outfit that fits with the mask. (bop1999 #68)

#helena bertinelli #huntress #birds of prey #birds of prey 1999 #read along #girl WHAT are you doing #he's a douche who manipulated you into a date in order to save dinah you do NOT have to DRESS UP #but also i love that she did anyway objmklgnkgn #helena said no i will not be showing up in anything less than a killer Look thank you

[fandomcentralsposts]

That's what I call range

#2 different ppl btw #emma mackey #margot robbie #barbie #barbie movie #stereotypical barbie #astrophysicist barbie #harley quinn #dc universe #birds of prey #sex education #maeve wiley #dcu #the barbie movie is peak cinema #endless list of favourite movies queue #endless list of favourite tv shows queue

[fantastic-nonsense]

I desperately want to know what the extent of the editorial mandate re: Babsgirl is, because the spectrum of Tom Taylor only depicting Babs as a perfectly abled Batgirl to Ram V only using her as Oracle is too much variation for me to place all blame for writers' creative choices on editorial

Like...Kelly Thompson is on Twitter insinuating that editorial is to blame for why Babs is going to be Batgirl and not Oracle in her Birds of Prey run, but there's clearly some level of writer capacity within the mandates for Babs to be depicted as visibly disabled or only used as Oracle, from her being an ambulatory wheelchair user who occasionally uses a cane in Batgirls:

pages from Batgirls (2021), by Becky Cloonan and Michael Conrad

To other writers seemingly being perfectly capable of only utilizing her as Oracle for entire arcs at a time:

pages from Mariko Tamaki's 2021 Detective Comics run and Ram V's 2023 Detective Comics run

And I want to know what the mandates actually are so I can figure out how much responsibility any given writer vs. editorial bears for the ongoing ableism and sexism whenever Babs pops up in a comic

Because I can certainly believe there's some sort of editorial mandate on the wheelchair or referencing her spinal chip being faulty, but I find it EXTREMELY difficult to believe we're back in the Burnside-era anti-Oracle mandates given there are multiple writers only utilizing Babs as Oracle right now

#it's just infuriating to see 'editorial' being trotted out as an excuse when there's clearly a capacity to show her as disabled and Oracle #I just don't think there's a DESIRE to #barbara gordon #dc comics #batgirl #oracle #birds of prey #detective comics #barbara gordon meta

[gritsandbrits]

In light of recent news over the passing of voice actress Arleen Sorkin, I wish to reflect on the impact of Harley Quinn on my life.

When I was a kid I grew with Harley. From getting fired from a tv show for giving questionable advice, as her backstory in the 2004 cartoon The Batman, to falling in mad love with her own patient as is the origin story in the 92 animated and subsequent media, Harley has such a big role in Batman lore I don't remember a single time where she wasn't involved. Sometimes I wonder what batman mythos was like before her inclusion.

The first thing that drew me to Harley was her design. Red and black the colors of danger which she was. But there was an added playfulness, that she genuinely enjoyed being herself. She was also VERY hilarious and at times out of pocket. Child Me was amazed. Did I want to be her? Not necessarily. But she did look like someone I'd hang out with.

The meta origin of Harley is just as fascinating. The creators of BTAS saw a performance of Arleen in a clown costume. From there inspiration leapt off the pages onto the big screen. Unlike most of the cast Harley didn't originate from the comics. She was created exclusively for the show, an OC if you will. OCs tend to have a mixed reputation. But Harley's concept and execution was so perfect, she almost feels like she could've been a real character in the comics.

And real she became!

Introduced as a psychiatrist, after receiving Joker as a patient, Dr. Harleen Quinzel begins to fall in love with him; and down a path to iconoclastic doom. Her love for Joker is obsessive, hilarious shallow, horrible but also downright entertaining to watch. I enjoyed every moment she was on screen: I still quote "rev up your Harley" to this day! I see her despair, her goofy outlook and morbid ruthlessness. I wanted her to get comeuppance but at the same time I can't help but feel sorry for her.

Joker abuses her, ignores her, and only complements her when she does something good for him. While the makes how awful their relationship clear, there are a good amount of fans who sees the pair as a glamorous whirlwind romance a la Sonny and Brenda or Jane and Mr Rochester. While such fantasies may seem morbid I don't blame them. No matter how horrible Harley is there is a tiny unavoidable spot that aches for her to win. Or at least see Joker for the monster he really is. While Harley is often held accountable for her actions her arc shows that no one deserves to be abused.

Arleen's performance played a major role in brining Harley to life. She nailed her weaknesses and strengths with such a sincere note that elicits pity, humor and shock at the same time. And of course that ear candy of the New Jersey accent that set the standard for future VAs. Whenever I look at a picture of Harley I hear Arleen. Not to say the other VAs aren't bad, but Arleen's performance is that iconic I can't help but think of her!

Over the years Harley grew apart from Clown Prince of Crime. She got her own spinoff comics, made appearances in other DC media. She even gotten her own tv show which sees the DC universe through her eyes. Harley has marginally healthier romances, primarily Poison Ivy (this isn't to say that pairing doesn't have it's share of toxic moments). The Harlivy ship is a fan favorite but even without shipping and the wars, Harley still shines bright as the Bat Signal.

In a way Harley's descent and eventual rise back to normalcy reminds me of my own struggles. I wasn't a happy child growing up, I've made a lot of mistakes and bad choices. To see a person like Harley work to take back control of her life, makes me feel a bit better for my own prospects. Of course I wouldn't torture a kid to near insanity or blow up a whole city but I can at least put my energy towards something constructive. Harley shows people like me thay we can be more than just screwups if we try.

Of course I can't forget Harley's design. The red&black suit is an icon by itself and inspires similar designs in and outside comics. I could talk all day about how cool her design is from a show and historical perspective but that would take me all day. While I prefer her classic palette, her recent blue and pinks aren't bad either and show just how far she's come out of Joker's shadow. It's even to the point where when, I see something black and red and white I have to point it out and say "Harley would love that outfit!"

Nowadays I complain about the oversaturation of Harley quinn (seriously what was DC thinking taking a team started by a disabled character to reclaim her agency) and overshadowing other cool DC villains. But I would be lying of I say she didn't leave an impact. And it's all thanks to Arleen Sorkin for breathing life into a character that proves you don't need to be be from "the comics" to be considered cool.

Thank you Arleen! May her memory be a blessing - Grits.

#arleen sorkin #harley quinn #essay #dc comics #btas #voice actors #batman the animated series #birds of prey #harley quinn show #characters #may her memory be a blessing

[sealdeer]

omen

#redtail hawk #sealdeer #i continue to be in my drawing 500 birds phase #i gotta show u guys the paintings ive been up to irl im obsessed w painting brids of prey rn

[mishapen-dear]

your honour theyre FAMILY

#qsmp #mishapen sketches #THE queers of all time #jaiden and cellbit matching explosion scars on different sides? yes plase #cellbit and jaiden number 1 roier fans #roier number 1 jaiden and cellbit fan #theyd kill for him he'd stop them from spiralling into insanity via self-imposed exile #i am SO happy that jaiden and cellbit are getting along #they love roier and he loves them so they love each other #but they're getting along outside of that too and ghghgh #jaiden choosing to trust cucurucho and cellbit telling her there will still be people there for her if she regrets anything she does....... #her giving him Hot Tips about what roier likes and showing him her house at bobby fields #id kill for them id die for them etc etc #tangentially related but what the fuck is up with their old lady who swallowed a fly motifs #spider bird and cat?? #theyre each others predators but none of them are prey #last thing: jaiden and cellbit matching explosion scars #i said it before and it always needs to be said again #matching explosion scars!!!!! #ty for coming to my ted talk as you can see i am once again normaln't about some block people

[sunhighriptide]

I know I am late, but here are my thoughts on Harley Quinn season four ending.

I am very confused and intrigued by Harley Quinn season four's ending. I figured out they were setting up Gotham City Sirens or Birds of Prey when they called Barbara from the moon. Very excited to have more Silena.

But also. Are they giving Nightwing Jason's arc? Because Jason already exists. Harley has his number, he showed up in her phone. Talia is just reanimating all the batkids now. She's like "hah Bruce, I took ALL your children." Now the question is wether Tim exists. And poor Alfred. Someone help him. Maybe Jason will break you out.

We clearly got Oracle. Nightwing going on some Red Hood arc.

Gotham City Sirens. More baby Damian. Yeah lets get more of the batfam and more Sirens. Also loved Talia al Ghul.

I also appreciate the show now seems less afraid to also have emotional or serious beats along with the parody messes. At least it seemed so to me. Hope we see more of Nora and Ivy's protogees. Volcana, Terra, and Tefe?

Do love all the crack characters. This is the place to show them.

As a jewish person, I noticed Harley talked about passover and hiding the afekomen (I have nod idea if I spelled that correctly.) So good on that, but also, a single line is kind of baseline.

So many questions. So many curiosites. This show is doing really well.

#harley quinn #harley quinn show #nightwing #under the red hood #lazarus pit #gotham city sirens #poison ivy #jason todd #red hood #passover #jewish culture in media #talia al ghul #damian wayne #damian wayne al ghul #damian al ghul #barbara gordon #oracle #birds of prey #catwoman #silena kyle

[boguspearl]

Alright am I the only one that's going nuts over the Harley Quinn season finale bridging in the og canon

I mean we got oracle something I never thought they would do after the made babs a big time character in the show

But now we even got the birds of prey with them finally giving Harley the superhero role she deserves the take no prisoners iron fisted take down any villains that step out of line mentality something I think the birds of prey were originally created apon

#harley quinn #poison ivy #harley quinn series #batgirl #cat woman #birds of prey #gotham #gotham sirens #harlivy #harleen quinzel #harleen quinn #harley quinn season 4 #babs gordon #oracle #harley quinn show #screenshot #harley quinn animated show #harley quinn animated series #barbara gordon #Barbara gordon jr

[justabarbiegirl05]

I'm just a girl obsessed with a fictional character

#margot robbie #harley quinn show #harley quinn animated series #harley quinn #birds of prey and the fantabulous emancipation of one harley quinn

[backinthebottle52]

Birds Of Prey (2002)

#ashley scott #birds of prey #such a great and underrated show

[bumblingbabooshka]

T'Pel gets a pet while Tuvok's in the delta quadrant to help deal with his loss and after he gets back there's a mutual big show of not liking one another but after like a month she's his little buddy.

#Tuvok #T'Pel #bea art tag #st voyager #Ek'zer Bezhun look like birds but they have no wings and cannot fly. They're incredibly fast clever and patient and usually lie in wait #before chasing down their prey in a sprint (not long distance runners). Common pets on Vulcan for households that can't devote space to #a sehlat. Ek'zer Bezhun are very playful and need plenty of attention/mental stimulation! #Pi'kahm-kam is a rescue from a shelter. Plucked her feathers out poor thing...follows T'Pel around all the time wanting to be held. #Skittish around new people. Will bite!! But never T'Pel. #She was very good for T'Pel bc it gave her something to focus on and a reason to like...do things everyday when she was depressed about #Tuvok's disappearance. Dotes on Pi'kahm <3 #When Tuvok grumbles about the attention she gives Pi'kahm T'Pel's like 'hmm...jealous?? Bc you aren't being doted on??' #And Tuvok ha tesitHEHEHE he's like I' m not JEALOUS...of a LIZARD. I'm not jealous at all I'm VULCAN!! #Then he makes an effort to actually bond with Pi'kahm...that'll show T'Pel v_v #and that's how Tuvok & Pi'kahm become buds~! But she still likes T'Pel the most <3 but that's ok...Tuvok does too. #Tuvok is playing the lute 'for Pi-kahm' but as soon they hear T'Pel's footsteps they both turn towards the door. #T'Pel's here??? T'Pel's here!!!! #st voyager fanart

[flopicas]

purple + yellow >>>>>>

#i went over some of my inktober drawings and actually colored them #this one is my fav #art print in store as always #harley quinn #harley quinn show #fanart #dc comic #birds of prey #margot robbie #digital art #art #clip studio paint #illustration #my art

[big-gay-bird]

My theories on Harley as a system as someone with OSDD:

-So Harley in the Harley Quinn show regularly talks to a “former version” of herself. This is grounds enough to headcannon her as a system from the get go, but I think in “Icons Only” (the Vegas episode) we see this reflection act autonomously and beg that Harley to take her with her.

-In Harley’s brain we see a little terrifying girl versions of her that can freely interact with the modern day Harley too. I know Dr. Psycho gives an explanation as to why but I think this little girl version of Harley is quite possibly also an alter, and that’s why she can interact with herself in her headspace in the ways she does. It’s possible this child does not front and has a stronger internal role, hence us only seeing her in Harley’s headspace. I think also her role reads literally as a persecutor protector (which our own persecutor protector agrees with.)

-Loosing time, and “sleep walking” to the point where you harm others is pretty classic dissociative amnesia. I think “Villain Harley” is also an alter.

-I think the last alter is more of a slant reading, but potato Harley’s neurotic lawful good personality is not explainable by just introducing a potato as far as I’m concerned. I think this is another alter, and that the dynamics of who’s present and who fronts for potato Harley is different than everyday Harley.

So that would be at least three alters/headmates and up to five depending on how you read it. This headcannon just means a lot to me as someone with OSDD! I hope others might find meaning in this reading too!

#harley quinn #harley quinn show #harleen quinzel #DC #batman #birds of prey #systems #plurality #plural system #multiple #did #osddid #did osdd #osdd system

[laufire]

birds of prey (2023) #6

I'm FULLY over birds of prey stories that don't feature oracle!babs and I'm not gonna be dragged into one (especially one with very irksome reasons for excluding her given the context) but I WILL bask in the feelings this panel gives me tyvm <3

#even if the dialogue seems atrocious even here #(re)reading batgirl 2000 (among others) is spoiling me #tuesday spoilers #talking to the void #my thoughts #dc #dc thoughts #dc comics #birds of prey #cassandra cain #barbara x cass #barbara gordon #femslash #id in alt text #captioned #bitter lau tag #also i should definitely watch the bop show at some point