He usually does a mind-blowing stunt (such as introducing himself while hanging upside down from the ceiling) on the first day of classes just to break the ice.
But, really, his friendly grin and warm tone are enough to get his students’ attention.
He has no idea how distracting his clear, nonprescription glasses and habit of running his hand through his thick, dark hair while lecturing are.
He’s well-loved for always giving positive feedback and constructive criticism. (Who’re we kidding? It’s those darned dad jokes.)
He has at least one student whose life was changed when he approached them after class, asked them if they were okay (and tried to make them smile), and offered his calling card just in case “you need someone to talk to about whatever it is you’re going through. Any time. Don’t even hesitate. Trust me, I’m no stranger to heartache.”
JASON:
English / Youth Work / Mechanical Engineering
He’s known around campus as the professor who’s “shrouded in mystery”.
The rumors about him on underground university message boards (of course he has access) amuse him because, well, not all of them are untrue. (“I swear, I’ve seen him drink a glowing, green liquid!” “Oh, yeah? But did you see that scar on his chest? It looked like he was stitched up or something!”)
He says “Hello” to inanimate objects every time he enters the classroom, puzzling everybody (including said objects, really).
He sports an undercut with a man-bun, and always wears a red, hooded sweater which always looks like it’s about to burst because of how shredded he is.
He often gets mistaken for a “frat boy”, but real ones have learned (the hard way) to steer clear of him.
He’ll accidentally utter curse words in a variety of languages during his lectures, then be like, “You’re not telling on me, are you?”, making his students howl with laughter.
During his breaks, he prefers to sit under a tree and read medieval literature, while chomping down a Batburger or one of Alfred’s homemade sandwiches.
One in a while, he’ll approach (and unintentionally scare half-to-death) a lonesome freshman, who realizes that he’s just trying to keep them company or protect them from cocky seniors.
TIM:
Business and Management Studies / Forensic Science / Computer Science
He designed a state-of-the-art cyber platform for holding online classes that’s so advanced that his students don’t even realize that they’ve been talking to an AI while he’s been busy solving actual crimes.
They do, however, notice how droopy his eyes get in the middle of his lectures and start leaving a cup of coffee on his desk on those days that he does show up.
He’s usually dressed in a double-breasted suit, but still manages to look disheveled for some reason.
Since he’s not a big a fan of giving homework or exams, he just comes up with the “dopest” class projects with real-life applications.
His students are so grateful that he stood up for them and convinced the Department to regularly hold conferences where they could showcase their handiwork (and it’s already helped a few of them bag scholarships from renowned institutions).
DAMIAN:
Middle Eastern & African Studies / Art & Design / Veterinary Medicine
His air of condescension often gets him in trouble with the Dean and his colleagues. (“You do realize my father owns this university, don’t you?”)
It doesn’t help that he arrives in a chauffeured limousine every day.
He wears a modernized thobe with an “R” emblazoned on its breast pocket.
As cute as the creature lounging on his desk during his lectures is, no one else is allowed to pet it but him. (“And get this, his cat’s name is… *snickers* Alfred.” “No way, dude!” “Waaay, dude.”)
Don’t be intimidated by his raised eyebrow when you raise your hand. Because as unsure as you are with what you’re about answer, he secretly admires the confidence and will mentally give you points for trying.
Unlike Timothy, he’s definitely a believer of homework and exams (and studying on weekends).
He’s demanding, for sure. And he knows his students despise him for it. But he’d rather push them to excel in even the smallest of tasks.
Eventually, they appreciate what he’s been trying to teach them all along: the value of working hard, doing one’s best, and not “resting on your laurels, you fools!”.
Every year the scholarship fund for minority students in need of financial assistance receives a hefty contribution from an anonymous donor on his birthday.
The thing is, these boys have received such topnotch training growing up with Bruce Wayne for most of their lives that they can be professors in multiple fields
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Vlogs about mundane, day-to-day stuff, like his frustration with chafing in a full bodysuit or what it’s like growing up in a huge family
Replies to comments on his videos once in a while, which makes him even more endearing to his followers
Titans, in civilian wear, coming in and out of view (Wally: *yelling from the kitchen* D, you still gonna eat this?)
Jason:
Weapons – care, reviews, “Top 10” lists, demos
Witness protection-level of facial blurring and vocal disguise, and a disclaimer at the beginning of each video to discourage the young’uns from watching his stuff
“Gotta go” *abruptly shuts the camera off as Bruce’s shadow enters the frame*
Tim:
Life hacks, conspiracy theories, reviews of obscure music albums, meme meta-analyses
Videos uploaded during the wee hours of the morning (with him sometimes forgetting that he’s still wearing his blood-soaked uniform that’s tattered to the point of being unrecognizable)
“Thank you for attending my TED Talk” *finger guns, winks*
Damian:
Meditation techniques, wildlife conservation discussions (guest-starring Selina and his pets)
Leadership “seminars” with Jon (who’s constantly rolling his eyes or snickering), sparring sessions with Duke and his Batsisters, baking tutorials with Alfred
“Father, I need your opinion on – Father! Wait, don’t – Come back – BRUCE –”
Vlogs about mundane, day-to-day stuff, like his frustration with chafing in a full bodysuit or what it’s like growing up in a huge family
Replies to comments on his videos once in a while, which makes him even more endearing to his followers
Titans, in civilian wear, coming in and out of view (Wally: *yelling from the kitchen* D, you still gonna eat this?)
Jason:
Weapons – care, reviews, “Top 10” lists, demos
Witness protection-level of facial blurring and vocal disguise, and a disclaimer at the beginning of each video to discourage the young’uns from watching his stuff
“Gotta go” *abruptly shuts the camera off as Bruce’s shadow enters the frame*
Tim:
Life hacks, conspiracy theories, reviews of obscure music albums, meme meta-analyses
Videos uploaded during the wee hours of the morning (with him sometimes forgetting that he’s still wearing his blood-soaked uniform that’s tattered to the point of being unrecognizable)
“Thank you for attending my TED Talk” *finger guns, winks*
Damian:
Meditation techniques, wildlife conservation discussions (guest-starring Selina and his pets)
Leadership “seminars” with Jon (who’s constantly rolling his eyes or snickering), sparring sessions with Duke and his Batsisters, baking tutorials with Alfred
“Father, I need your opinion on – Father! Wait, don’t – Come back – BRUCE –”
“Oh, those glass shards on my back? I get them all the time. No biggie. Hey, do you guys serve cereal?”
The staff love checking him ou – er, checking up on him.
Regales them with stories of past injuries, which none of them can believe are even possible (”Then how are you still alive?”)
Jason
Fake ID (since, you know, legally dead and all)
Wheeled into the hospital room by 5 AM, out through the window in a hospital gown and onto a waiting motorcycle by 5:15 AM
Tim:
Double-checks every diagnosis and every medication and cross-references them with similar cases in the city (and occasionally schools whomever is unfortunate enough to check up on him)
Who knows how pure liquid caffeine got injected into his IV bottle?
Damian:
“You call this food? My father will buy this place!”
Physical examination? You might as well put your hand inside a Tasmanian devil’s tunnel.
A lot of different styles, but mostly contempo or jazz
Daily outfits range from booty shorts to harem pants
Mind-blowing fluidity (and that he’s so easy to look at and utterly approachable is just the cherry on top)
Jason
Capoeira (or any style that’s close to a martial art)
Free sessions especially held for street kids (with Batburger meals on his tab if they choose to hang out afterwards)
Encourages students to embrace their individuality in self-expression
Tim
“I said a hip hop, hippie to the hippie, the hip, hip a hop, and you don’t stop, a rock it out”
Co-instructs with Cass, who’ll teach ballet from time to time
Makes sure to emphasize discipline as much as he does fun
Damian
Traditional dances from all over the world (like the Arabian Dabke) – recital-level costumes included
Yoga as warm-up (preferrably the one that involves goats)
“Water breaks are for the weak”
Who teaches pole dancing?
Alfred: *referring to a dusty pole dancing kit that he just retreived from the ancient Wayne Manor attic*Master Bruce, where would you like this installed?
Bruce: Hn. The training room.
Alfred: *wistful* What were you, 18? 20? I forget.
Bruce: It’s been a while, yes. And it’s time my children learned how to use it, too. The skills are definitely transferrable to combat.
Alfred: Well, I’m certain Master Dick has an idea, but carry on. And, please, keep it decent.
“If a Kryptonian with a mass of… hmmm… give or take 103 kg, is at rest on a 45-degree incline…” *holding up a poorly drawn illustration of what looks like a stick figure with a red “S” on his chest atop said inclined plane*
[to the teenage girl who’s been ogling him since the session started] *tapping the notepad with a pencil* “Okay, eyes over here, young lady.”
Makes his students giggle endlessly because of his puns and silly examples
Spends extra time in reaching out to his troubled students and, if called for, approaches their parents (who trust him quite a lot)
Jason
Perhaps the most patient one of all (because apparently he enjoys mentoring someone)
Also the most structured one (thanks to his own study habits as a youngster before he – y’know)
Holds free group/one-on-one study sessions for street kids in Gotham community centers (in which he also includes anti-bullying and anti-drug abuse talks), with meals and school supplies sponsored by the Wayne Foundation
“Don’t beat yourself up too hard, kid”
Tim
Field trips to the Gotham City Library, S.T.A.R. Labs, Atlantis, etc. (”Like the saying goes, experience is the best teacher. Just maybe don’t, uh, tell your parents, alright?”)
Very adept at simplifying complex theoretical concepts (and his cheesy mnemonics are a hit!)
Invites his fellow Titans to hold group study sessions for students, especially when final exams are approaching
Enjoys hanging out with his students outside of tutorials (and secretly patrols their schools to make sure they’re safe)
Damian
His lesson plan includes the literary works of Machiavelli and Tolstoy (and that’s just for 4th graders)
Rewards (”Should you ace this exam – and by ‘ace’ I mean perfect it – then you will be entitled to watch me defeat a supervillain in the flesh”) and punishes (”An A minus! No creamy, frozen dessert for you!”)
[Student] *crying* [Him] “… PENNYWORTH!”
Finds that spending time with other young individuals has given him a second chance at being a kid (which he would never admit to anyone, of course)
Most likely to get stared at (for obvious reasons)
Keeps calling Alfred to report on available varieties for each item on the list and bargains for his or his siblings’ favorite snacks
Sings along or dances to the jingle while waiting in line at the cashier
Jason:
Most likely to stick to the grocery list
But his plan to “just get this over with” is usually derailed by a senior citizen struggling to put a heavy sack into a cart or a little kid trying to reach a toy on a high shelf
Comes home to the Manor blushing deeply and with lipstick stains from a grateful old lady
Tim:
Most likely to spend the whole day in the grocery
Because (1) he’s still groggy from pulling an all-nighter for a case and can’t mentally process Alfred’s list, or (2) he can’t help but research the toxicity profile of everything on it, which somehow leads him to cross-reference them with recent sightings of… (*looks up from his phone* “Oh, Alfred! Why are you here? Where am I?”)
Damian:
Most likely to sulk the entire time (“You do not send a prince to do a servant’s job, Pennyworth!”)… that is, until he discovers the pet section
Also most likely to be sent back to return everything that he bought and pick up the things that were actually on the list
(Let’s face it: they all need Alfred. But left to their own devices…)
Dick:
It comes naturally to him, a perk of being a father (even if he isn’t on this Earth yet) and big brother figure to people within and outside of the Batfamily.
Unashamedly reads maternity books out of curiosity.
Cooing, babbling, silly animal sounds and corny jokes. He’ll be utterly annoying to grown-ups, but absolutely delightful to anyone below the age of 8.
Gentle disciplinarian.
Jason:
Protective. Even from himself. None of his weapons within a one mile radius (unless locked up in a Wayne Tech-grade safe).
Doesn’t mind being vulnerable around young’uns and will indulge their playtime fantasies. (*to toddler* “I’m, um… *looks around to make sure that no one else is around* Red Robin Hood.” But Alfred is around. He always is.)
Reluctantly pulls out Shakespeare from a shelf when asked by a toddler, “Will you wead me a bedtime stowy?”
Tim:
Takes baby-proofing to another level. (He prefers that things be on autopilot because he’s a busy, busy vigilante.)
But once in a while he can’t help himself and goes into Kid Mode. (Supervillain who?)
Sneaks kids into the Batcave for a “field trip” when Bruce isn’t around (and Bruce pretends he doesn’t know).
Actually enjoys helping with homework (even if he’s lazy to do his own).
Damian:
Hates it… Then pretends to hate it… Then actually finds that it pleases him.
Because he likes having a protegé (“Master Damian, he is four!” But he doesn’t understand why that matters since he canonically started training around that age.)
Is secretly fascinated by Lego and other “children’s toys” and somewhat surprised that swords and encyclopedias don’t fall into the same category.
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