Lucas Shultz
The Joker
"It's all a joke! Everything anybody ever valued or struggled for... it's all a monstrous, demented gag! So why can't you see the funny side? Why aren't you laughing?" --- Joker (wiki). This quote is one of Jokers famous lines in the book "Batman: The Killing Joke". The Joker is Batman's archenemy, known for his crazy schemes and wicked sense of humor. He's got a creepy clown look and loves chaos. You'll find him in comics, movies, and games, causing trouble for the caped crusader Batman.  |
Batman: The Killing Joke |
Joker fans often call themselves "Joker aficionados" which is someone who has a deep appreciation and knowledge of the Joker character from the Batman universe. They are enthusiastic fans who are highly knowledgeable about various aspects of the Joker, including his history, appearances in comics, movies, and other media, as well as his impact on popular culture. These aficionados may collect Joker memorabilia, participate in fan discussions and events, and engage with Joker-related content in various forms.
Cosplay
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Cosplay of Joker at Comic - Con |
Cosplay refers to people who dress up as their favorite characters from movies, shows, games, and more. They make or buy costumes, put on makeup, and sometimes act like the characters too. It's a fun way for fans to show their love for their favorite stories and characters. Fans in this case, love dressing up as Joker, especially Joaquin Phoenix who is the 2019 Joker from the recent Joker movie. There is even a website to show diehard fans a step by step guide to dress like the Joker. In cosplay, becoming the Joker isn't just about dressing up, it's about sharing the fun and creativity with fellow fans, celebrating a character that's always up to mischief. Comic- Con
Comic Con is a fan convention with a primary focus on comic books and comic book culture, in which comic book fans gather to meet creators, experts, and each other. Comic Con is a huge hit for Joker fans and comic books readers, consisting of a lot of Joker cosplayers male and female. Fans also show up to the Comic event hoping that something new will be released about their specific comic/character. 6 years ago at New York Comic Con they had Troy Baker who was going to be the new Joker voice in the new video game Batman: Arkham Origins speak to the thousands of Joker and Batman fans at Comic Con.He had to prove himself to fans who were initially skeptical of anyone stepping into the iconic role after the legendary Mark Hamill who was the voice of Joker before him.Baker’s performance was met with thunderous applause, and he successfully won over the audience by delivering a powerful monologue from Alan Moore’s classic comic The Killing Joke. His portrayal of the Joker became memorable, even though he followed in the footsteps of Hamill.
Fan - Fiction
Fan - Fiction is when fans write stories based on characters, settings, or worlds from existing books, movies, TV shows, video games, or other forms of media. These stories can range from short to full-length novels and cover a wide variety of genres and themes.In Joker fan fiction, fans explore all aspects of the Clown Prince of Crime's world. They write stories about his relationships, adventures, and even his past. Each tale offers a new take on the iconic character, keeping fans hooked and eager for more. |
Joker Fan- Fiction |
Works Cited:
https://batman.fandom.com/wiki/The_Joker
https://www.costumerealm.com/joker-2019-costume-guide/
https://www.pinterest.ca/pin/466755948881058276/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comic_book_convention
https://www.inverse.com/article/49523-batman-joker-how-troy-baker-won-new-york-comic-con
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