Bruce Wayne's Training

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* August 9, 1979

extensive training in various skills, laying the foundation for his foray into the world of crime-fighting.

### Participants

* Bruce Wayne
* Hollis Mason
* Jinan Zatara
* João Miguel Campos
* Marfa Alexandrova
* Ogura Ouki
* Ra's al Ghul
* Ted Grant
* Thaddeus Brown

**Bruce Wayne's Training** served as a coping mechanism for the grief he experienced following his parents' tragic death in 1963. This rigorous training regimen ultimately equipped Wayne with the diverse skill set he employs as the legendary Caped Crusader, known to the world as Batman.

## Background

In 1963, eight-year-old Bruce Wayne initiated his training, as a means of coping with the grief that enveloped him. In the years between 1963 and 1972, the intensity of his training was measured, guided by his legal guardian, Alfred Pennyworth. Under Alfred, Bruce delved into the arts of espionage, disguise, and acting. Leveraging Alfred's firsthand experiences with MI6, Bruce also received instruction in hand-to-hand combat techniques. This initial phase of training persisted until Bruce's 18th birthday in 1973, at which point he made the decision to embark on a global journey, seeking to both refine his skills and initiate a more rigorous and intense training regimen.

## Event

### Under Grant

On his birthday, May 27 of 1973, Bruce ventured to New York City, encountering Ted Grant, also known as the retired vigilante Wildcat. Under Grant's expert tutelage, Bruce spent a year learning an array of martial arts, including Boxing, Capoeira, Hapkido, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, and Tae Kwon Do.

### Under Zatara

On May 30 of 1974, Wayne's journey took him to San Francisco, where he sought the guidance of the venerable magician Jinan Zatara. Under Zatara's mentorship, Bruce dedicated five months to the study of ancient arcane arts. Although Bruce had no intention of utilizing magic himself, his primary focus was on accumulating a diverse range of knowledge. It was during this period that he crossed paths with Zatanna Zatara, the magician's daughter. Their brief romantic entanglement lasted only a couple of months before Bruce embarked on his travel to Los Angeles.

### Under Brown

On October 1 of 1974, Bruce arrived on his final destination in the US, Los Angeles. During his time there, he crossed paths with the renowned escape artist Thaddeus Brown, whom he convinced to impart his vast knowledge. Under Brown's tutelage, Wayne dedicated six months to mastering the intricate art of escapology, even impressing his esteemed mentor.

### Under Campos

On March 29 of 1975, Wayne journeyed to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he encountered João Miguel Campos, a seasoned professional driver in the world of illegal car races. In exchange for payment, Bruce enlisted Campos to impart the intricacies of high-speed car chases. Under João's guidance, Wayne gained extensive knowledge of car tricks and discovered the art of modifying vehicles to enhance their capabilities.

### Under Mason

On September 3 of 1975, Bruce continued his journey, this time to London, UK, where he crossed paths with WWII hero Hollis Mason, the original Nite Owl. With Mason, Bruce honed many investigative skills, benefiting from Mason's extensive knowledge of detective work. Additionally, he received training in Krav Maga, further enriching his combat expertise.

### Under Alexandrova

On February 9 of 1976, Bruce spent five months in Yakutsk, Russia, under the mentorship of Marfa Alexandrova, a globally acclaimed inventor. Marfa imparted her extensive knowledge of gadgetry, teaching Wayne the intricacies of the craft. Under her guidance, Bruce successfully designed his first Grapple Gun and Batarangs, marking a significant step in the development of his crime-fighting arsenal.

### Under Ogura

On August 6 of 1976, Wayne went in a year-long training expedition in Kyoto, Japan, under the guidance of Ogura Ouki, known as O-Sensei. Under her mentorship, Bruce delved into the profound practices of Zazen meditation and Ninjutsu. His training also encompassed a diverse array of martial disciplines, including Aikido, Iaido, Judo, and Karate, as O-Sensei imparted her expertise across a spectrum of fighting styles.

### Under al Ghul

On August 9 of 1977, Bruce discovered Shahr-e Qatelan in the Arabian Desert, where he devoted a year and a half to intensive training under the tutelage of Ra's al Ghul, the leader of the League of Assassins. During this period, Wayne met Ra's al Ghul's daughter, Talia al Ghul, and a profound relationship blossomed between them. This connection endured until Bruce's return to Gotham on February 14 of 1979.