Arkham (Gotham)

Arkham is a fictional location in the DC Comics universe, primarily associated with the city of Gotham City. It is most famously known for the Arkham Asylum, a psychiatric hospital for the criminally insane.

History

Arkham was first introduced in Batman comics and has since become a central element in the lore of Gotham City. The asylum was founded by Amadeus Arkham, a psychiatrist who named the institution after his deceased mother, Elizabeth Arkham. Over the years, Arkham Asylum has housed many of Batman's most notorious enemies, including the Joker, Harley Quinn, Two-Face, and Scarecrow.

Arkham Asylum

Arkham Asylum is located on the outskirts of Gotham City and is known for its high-security measures and its often unsuccessful attempts to rehabilitate its inmates. The asylum has been depicted in various media, including comic books, television series, and video games.

Notable Inmates

• Joker
• Harley Quinn
• Two-Face
• Scarecrow
• Poison Ivy
• Riddler
• Bane

Arkham City

In the Batman: Arkham video game series, a section of Gotham City is transformed into a massive open-air prison known as Arkham City. This area is walled off and serves as a containment zone for the city's most dangerous criminals.

Cultural Impact

Arkham has become a significant part of the Batman mythos and has been referenced in various other media, including movies, television shows, and literature. The name "Arkham" itself is a nod to the works of H.P. Lovecraft, who created a fictional city of the same name in his stories.

In Other Media

Arkham and its asylum have appeared in numerous adaptations, including:

• Batman: The Animated Series
• Gotham (TV series)
• Batman Begins
• Batman: Arkham (video game series)

See Also

• Gotham City
• Batman
• Joker
• Harley Quinn
• Two-Face
• Scarecrow

References in Popular Culture

Arkham has been referenced in various forms of popular culture, often symbolizing a place of madness and chaos. Its portrayal in different media has contributed to its iconic status within the DC Comics universe.