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Nevertheless, the many representations of this wonderful villain have left a plethora of exciting riddles filled with either a shocking death, a change in plot, or just a secret revealed about The Riddler’s life and thought process. However, some are undeniably more memorable than others, especially after the release of DC’s new film, The Batman.
Updated August 6th, 2022 by Jerrad Wyche: In 2022 The Batman starring Robert Pattinson brought the DC Universe back into theaters in a major way. Fans were anxious to see what this take on the caped crusader would be like, and according to critics, it truly delivered. The main villain of The Batman was a twisted modern take on the Riddler, and though his gimmick has often been played for comedy, the riddles he delivers can truly baffle both Batman, and the audiences witnessing his crafty intelligence.
12 “I can be cracked. I can be made. I can be told. I can be played. What am I?”
When looking at Batman’s villains, the Joker is considered his arch-nemesis, but the painted clown isn’t too different from the caped crusader’s other green-donning villain The Riddler. Back in 2017, the Batman comics displayed a showdown between the two in an event called the “War of Jokes and Riddles”. This entry’s riddle and its answer are meant to poke fun at the Joker. The Riddler sees himself as absolute, so of course, someone who loves riddles would want to poke fun at something like jokes, which he probably finds inferior in every possible way.
Answer: A joke.
11 “When is a secret suddenly a rumor? When is a rumor suddenly a fact?”
The Riddler is a character who relishes the fact that he is almost always smarter than the person he is dealing with. That’s what makes Batman such a formidable foe, as he matches wit and intellect and thus inspires the Riddler to try harder. This riddle works because it isn’t trying to be funny, but rather it is saying that any information one wants is readily available, provided they ask the right questions. It is from a 1995 comic called Batman: Riddler that was said to directly connect to the movie Batman Forever.
Answer: When the proper question is asked.
10 “If you are justice, please do not lie. What is the price for your blind eye?”
Anyone who caught trailers for The Batman before it hit theaters likely remembers hearing this exact riddle. It established the creepy tone and cadence the Riddler wanted the world to hear him as. Throughout the entire movie, it’s clear that the Riddler from its universe is hell-bent on getting vengeance. All of his riddles have to do with justice, morality, and the truth.
As Bruce Wayne comes to learn of the corruption in Gotham City, the Riddler hopes that it creates an understanding that Batman has a lot more work cut out for him than simply beating up petty criminals.
Answer: Bribe.
9 “The less of them you have, the more one is worth?”
Compared to the rest of the riddles in The Batman, on the surface, this one seems a bit simple, but in context, the layers are truly unraveled. Fans who stick around for the post-credits sequence witnessed a discussion between the Riddler and an inmate assumed to be the Joker.
These two working side-by-side seem like a nightmare scenario for any version of Batman but add in that Bruce Wayne in this universe is in his early days, and boy does the possibilities of what can happen in a sequel truly become daunting to theorize about.
Answer: A friend.
8 “I Can Start A War Or End One. I Can Give You The Strength Of Heroes Or Leave You Powerless. I Might Be Snared With A Glance, But No Force Can Compel Me To Stay. What Am I?”
While there may have been a multitude of representations of The Riddler, Edward Nygma’s exploration into madness in the TV series, Gotham has got to be one of the best. Many fans were able to witness how he got to that stage and some even preferred him to some good guys like Jim Gordon.
After all, with this kind of riddle, it’s hard to not admire his mind and desire for puzzles and riddles. Especially when they are fueled by his love for the unavailable Kristen Kringle. It’s a sad riddle but one that opens up the truth about how Nygma feels.
Answer: Love
7 “What Does A Liar Do When He’s Dead?”
As one of the more recent riddles fans have been witness to, this is one of the more memorable. This is due to the fact that many viewers were instantly given a taste of what this villain is capable of and how his mind works. It was the perfect riddle to prepare Batman for the events that are approaching.
It’s the first exploration into The Riddler’s motives, mind, and madness, proving this man is a force to be reckoned with and that anyone in power, who also lies, is in severe danger.
Answer: He lies still
6 “Which President Wore The Biggest Hat?”
It may not have been classed as one of the best versions of The Riddler but it certainly had the comedy aspect behind it. Even if it may be a little more like a pun than a tough riddle.
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Nevertheless, the Riddler is the first enemy Batman faces in this version of the show, taking place in the 60s. Due to the timing and the rather interesting acting, many fans are able to get an instantaneous idea of how The Riddler works and the notion that he may not be as scary as many thought. Which seems like a huge understatement.
Answer: The one with the biggest head
5 “I Have Billions Of Eyes, Yet I Live In Darkness. I Have Millions Of Ears, Yet Only Four Lobes. I Have No Muscle, Yet I Rule Two Hemispheres. What Am I?”
Perhaps one of the more interesting and thought-provoking riddles present within the Batman: Arkham video game. It’s a wonderful insight into how The Riddler sees himself and feels about Batman, especially when it comes to intelligence.
This is one of those riddles that is memorable due to how challenging it can be to solve. This one may have left many players stumped but forced them to kick themselves after finding the answer.
Answer: The human brain
4 “It Can Be Cruel, Poetic, Or Blind. But When It’s Denied, It’s Violence You May Find.”
When it comes to The Riddler, he doesn’t typically give Batman or the victim a lot of time to solve his challenging riddles. This is entirely the case in The Batman where the corrupt district attorney, Gil Colson was put under a considerable amount of pressure to solve this riddle. Luckily, Batman was there to help out and solve the conundrum.
This scene is another representation of how The Riddler thinks and his obsession with this moody hero. It’s a riddle that was undeniably meant for Batman, just Colson seemed to get the brunt of the thinking and panicking.
Answer: Justice
3 “Hope Shines Brightly In A City This Dark, Find The Source Of The Signal And You’ll Soon Hit Your Mark.”
The Arkham Knight video game was a hit among DC fans and gamers alike. It’s a gritty exploration into the dark corridors of Gotham and brings along some wonderful quotes from villains and heroes alike.
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Certain riddles made many players stop and think about the answers and often try to quiz other people to see if they can come up with the answer as quickly as they did. However, this one was an exception. It wasn’t the most challenging riddle to solve but perfectly pushed the plotline through and allows the player to think and work just like Batman.
Answer: The Bat Signal
2 “What Is The Beginning Of Eternity, The End Of Time And Space, The Beginning Of Every End, And The End Of Every Race?”
Some of The Riddler’s problems are relatively hard to solve. However, this one is often known to be one of the hardest yet the most obvious when the answer is revealed. Which seems to be the perfect way to describe such an intelligent villain.
This isn’t exactly a riddle, more a play on words, which is what throws both fans and Batman off, making it an extremely memorable riddle to see.
Answer: The letter “e”
1 “If You Look At The Numbers On My Face, You Won’t Find 13 Anyplace.”
Batman Forever might not be the most revered film in the world but it did bring a pretty hilarious version of The Riddler, brought on by Jim Carrey. It also brought into the light a new perspective on how The Riddler thinks, works, and feels about Batman and the state of Gotham. Nevertheless, it’s a great riddle that can either be solved in an instant or will be on the viewer’s mind forever.
Answer: A clock
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