Summary

• Batman #151 unveils a must-see Catwoman lore twist with her unique hideout.
• Selina also reveals an anecdote concerning her childhood and how it relates to her secret lair.
• Despite her best efforts, Catwoman can't escape Batman, leading to a humorous moment between the two that highlights why the BatCat ship is a favorite among fans.

WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers for Batman #151!The Catwoman lore revelation for fans of Selina Kyle. In this awesome development, the Gotham City Siren now s Batman with an on-brand hideout, complete with a uniquely thematic name that perfectly complements her feline persona.

This scene is a prime example of why the BatCat ship is so popular among fans, showcasing Batman as a well-intentioned but overstepping partner, while Catwoman acts like Bruce is the last person she wants to see, even though she’s always been a ride-or-die for him.

Batman #151 by Chip Zdarsky, Mike Hawthorne, Adriano Di Benedetto, and Tomeu Morey ties into the overarching Absolute Power event, beginning with Batman seeking Catwoman’s help for a heist that could turn the tide in favor of the heroes.

As Amanda Waller unleashes her six-member, Justice League-inspired task force of power-stealing Amazo robots, heroes and villains alike have gone underground. Among those hiding is Catwoman, who has retreated to her secret lair—The Drawer. Despite her efforts to remain concealed, even the elusive feline anti-hero cannot escape the Dark Knight.

“The Drawer”: Catwoman’s Version of the Batcave Has an Ingenious Origin Story

Batman #151 opens with Selina looking less than impressed that Batman has found her. Unfazed by the less than warm reception, the Dark Knight greets Catwoman by asserting that they both need to save the world. As he surveys her hideout, Bruce comments, “What do you call this place again? The Drawer?” Catwoman then shares a story from her childhood about a cat that would hide in a bathroom drawer whenever it was scared. The drawer was the perfect hiding spot, only ever disturbed when someone opened it. Her story humorously highlights how Batman has effectively ruined her hiding place.

While ‘The Drawer’ was already a unique and quirky name for Selina’s hidden lair, the backstory makes it a perfect fit for her version of the Batcave. The story of a bathroom drawer serving as a cat’s safe space mirrors Catwoman’s own situation: she’s a cat hiding in her ‘drawer’ to avoid capture by Waller and her task force. The name not only aligns with her feline theme but also reflects the drawer’s original purpose—providing safety. However, unlike her cat, Selina eventually emerges from her hiding spot to confront the very danger she was trying to escape.

The Best of the BatCat Dynamic Is Put on Full Display in Batman #151

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Despite the scene's seriousness, Batman finding Catwoman when she clearly doesn’t want to be found adds a comical edge. Selina’s exasperation is evident, yet she doesn’t seem surprised, as if she expected her overbearing, neurodivergent, on-again-and-off-again boyfriend to eventually find her. Bruce’s complete lack of concern about the lackluster welcome only enhances the humor. Moments like this are prime examples of why the BatCat ship is so popular among fans, showcasing Batman as a well-intentioned but overstepping partner, while Catwoman acts like Bruce is the last person she wants to see, even though she’s always been a ride-or-die for him.

Batman #151 is available on August 7, 2024, from DC Comics!