Poison Ivy

Poison Ivy, the code name of botanical scientist Pamela Isley, is a DC Comics character seen intermittently as both villain and antihero. She has the power to control plant growth and secrete poisonous substances that subdue her enemies. Her driving motivation is to protect the earth, which she explores in this poem. Although her motives come from a good place, she often resorts to illegal or immoral ways of achieving her goals.

Batman

Batman is the off-page character to whom this poem is directed. He is widely considered a hero in his canon, though his perception of justice leaves little space for shades of grey. Because Poison Ivy operates entirely within this grey area of morality, they come in conflict with one another. However, this poem suggests they have a level of respect for and attraction to one another.

Poison Ivy

Poison Ivy, the code name of...