Summary

In a note left behind for Batman, Poison Ivy entreats him to understand her actions. She remembers studying botany in college and realizing her calling as an eco-warrior. Although she is beautiful and seductive, her true love is the natural world. She was changed by experiments by her college professor and now she tries to use her powers to fight those who are damaging the earth. Ivy believes that she, like the earth, will endure.

Analysis

“For the Love of Ivy” begins by establishing its premise and much of its world in its subtitle: “(Poison Ivy Leaves a Note for Batman in the Wake of Another Apocalypse Attempt)”. This accomplishes a few things. First, it helps orient readers who may not be as familiar with this character; even those who haven’t grown up with comic books will likely recognize the name “Batman” and...