History of The Riddler! (Edward Nigma) [Batman]

[@ComicDrake]

F.A.Q. • *Isn't his last name spelled Nygma?* - As it says in the description, his last name is SOMETIMES spelled Nygma. Most times in the comics, it is Nigma. • *Jason Todd wasn't in Hush, that was Clayface impersonating him* - False, following his resurrection it was revealed that Clayface and the real Jason Todd swapped mid fight. It was revealed in Batman: Under the Hood. I highly recommend reading it since it was a great book and the animated movie only does it some justice. I used to have more frequently asked questions answered in a pinned post but when I switched over my channel from an individual to a brand account, it deleted all my comments. :( So if you see threads where it looks like I replied, but you can't see anything. That's why.

[@jakeembrooks3945]

F.A.Q. can you please tell me what beat/instrument is this explaining Riddler?

[@jordanlee5445]

Comic Drake Two Face next.

[@Daniel-The-Researcher]

Comic Drake What are good comics to start reading about the character ?

[@joeycogger3204]

Comic Drake I went to the comments to say the exact same thing

[@SirHippy68]

Scarecrow

[@missbryonyelise]

Gotham's Edward Nygma (played by Cory Michael Smith) definitely made me more intrigued with and a fan of the villain

[@dawsonkaiser3598]

Agreed! He's become my favorite Batman villain because of the show

[@ashleybanzxxx]

Spoken well I agree

[@rishabkumar3730]

Yes his origin story is amazing. From working in GCPD to a criminal mastermind

[@anyonefromateezorscarlett6735]

@@dawsonkaiser3598 SAME

[@dccomicsfan4345]

Gotham was a great show

[@waterbottlesandswitchblades]

At the beginning of Eternity, At the middle of forEver, At the end of timE. The letter E.

[@jkrogsgaard8739]

Same as I am once in every corner Twice in every room But only once in the world

[@jdmyrick-smith7931]

E

[@the_average_turtle]

Zhool Figure thanks I suck at riddles

[@keptflounder4692]

I have, an name but is not mine. No one cares about me in my prime. Whenever people saw me they were filled with sorrow. People sleep by me for days to borrow. what am i?

[@latewizard301]

@@keptflounder4692 a tombstone

[@donniedewitt9878]

I really hope riddler get his own series one day. He's a really underated character

[@OnePullUpKing]

Donnie Dewitt what do you mean his own series? He's a villain and villains don't get their own shows.

[@Neo-zn7vy]

And yet they created Suicide Squad. All of the main characters are villains or once were.

[@SuperKiobi13]

Say that to Harley quinn

[@bigrecipe7910]

ConnorStorm and look how that turned out

[@ethanhughes8602]

pug head The comic Suicide Squad is pretty good.

[@sakuradreamur7955]

Speaking of underappreciated Batman Supervillains, can you make a video about Scarecrow? Because aside from the Joker, Scarecrow was one of my favorite villains that Batman faced and I would love to learn more about him.

[@sulemanzakriya]

Sakura Dreamur THANK YOU I THOUGH I WAS THE ONLY ONE!!!

[@gaarastolemyname]

Sakura Dreamur seriously i mean whats scarier then fear its self

[@dylanlee498]

Sakura Dreamur him and Joker together in Knight Fall is pretty awesome

[@leanncordle90]

Sakura Dreamur I like scarecrow as well

[@ironworks7473]

dont forget about the doodler

[@Pantherblack]

The Riddler is a great example of the drawbacks of an endless list of new creative teams. So many great roles for the character (private investigator, makeover) scrapped unceremoniously.

[@lcult2001]

The riddler in Gotham is the fucking best

[@reecegreyshock9646]

😆I literally couldn’t find anyone in the arkham games I wanted to punch harder than that prick. He truly is the criminal mastermind we deserve💚💚💚💚💚

[@uralittlebtch1605]

unnecessary cussing

[@Imasuky]

Scarecrow for sure, I don't know why he's so underrated as a villain.

[@OnePullUpKing]

Grand Silver No he's not. He's literally everywhere. Scarface, black mask, great white shark, killer moth, Jane doe, and clock King. Now those are underrated villains.

[@bigbadbraxien6081]

I Create Carnage I think he meant underappreciated like the Riddler

[@3dnygma]

I LOVE the Riddler!! discovered him through the tv show Gotham and he's been my favourite character ever since

[@potatobombkyle]

Riddler's always been my favourite Batman villain since I first watched Batman Forever :)

[@bigbadbraxien6081]

Potatobombkyle - Pointless Brickfilm Productions me too

[@TheyDarthElmo]

I really like the idea of Riddler as a reformed villain makes a lot of sense, and seems like a cool idea.

[@baszko8501]

OMG YES! If we can have reformed Harley as anti-hero why not him? He already reformed until writers said fuck that turn him back for no reason... and won't utilize him as a villain...

[@eem2wavy133]

Baszko as a anti hero riddler makes zero sense. He is far better as a villain

[@calebtheowl1516]

So sick and tired of the stupid gimmick in turning villains into “anti heroes”

[@joshgroban5291]

@@eem2wavy133 Exactly, Riddler being an anti-hero doesn't fit his character at all. Harley works as an anti hero because she's was abused and in a horrible relationship with the joker for years as he made her bad.

[@AnnoyingAllie3]

@@baszko8501 I agree, but he should be more of an anti-hero, an enemy and an ally.. It makes much more sense for him, rather than anybody else, he's not mentally ill or motivated by a traumatic event, he has no reason to be a villain...

[@Babytronians]

Jesse Eisenberg's portrayal was phenomenal!

[@multimoonj3410]

SlothGiraffe hahaha

[@qayyuma9622]

😂😂😂😂

[@hammeringhank5271]

Edgy

[@bigbadbraxien6081]

SlothGiraffe wait what

[@bigbadbraxien6081]

***** Thats an insult to riddler in my eyes eisenberg was awful

[@Murphio25]

Scarecrow is one of my favorite villains because of his fear gimmick. Though I have not read any comics, I hope to see an animated Scarecrow used in an interesting way.

[@ninjadudezack]

Me: Riddler is so interesting! Also me playing any Arkham game: OMFG YOU FAILED ABORTION

[@harveyhaslostit]

True, but I really liked the Riddler talking to you every now and then. He has an great voice actor. At least in the german version.

[@alfa01spotivo]

he was awesome in the arkham games. Really creepy but funny and very satisfying to beat

[@imjonathan6745]

You are just a loser

[@OblivionKisame]

I liked the whole idea of a reformed riddler working as a private investigator

[@baszko8501]

Me too and I think him being detective not thief can definitely work, and it would be refreshing to someone from rouge gallery turned hero.

[@jacob6745]

There are several fantastic fanfictions by one author about Edward Nigma as a reformed private detective.

[@qayyuma9622]

3:09 Peter Parker in the background

[@spartanspartan-ss5sz]

Qayyum Adebimpe xD gj man

[@matthewcopestake8985]

free tv

[@SilentScholar1023]

Ok

[@redkat9238]

What comes at The beginner of Eternity, The middle of forever And the end of time The letter E For Edward Nigma/Nygma

[@gamingcomics9711]

Riddler is one of my favorite Batman villains as well I think it’s because the puzzles and clues help us enter the world of Gotham as we are trying to figure out the answer with Batman

[@themetal]

Definitely a villain needing more attention. Nice costume by the way.

[@christianciv1998]

Can't wait to see Paul Dano play him in the Robert Pattinson Batman film

[@AnnoyingAllie3]

If he fails, I will go insane and become the real life Joker

[@TupocalypseShakur]

@@AnnoyingAllie3 no

[@AnnoyingAllie3]

@@TupocalypseShakur yes

[@AleexSolanoo]

@@AnnoyingAllie3 he killed it

[@AnnoyingAllie3]

@@AleexSolanoo :) Thank you, but I gotta see for myself

[@ThisThingEaten]

So glad you talked about the Riddler! He's one of my favorites (along with the Joker) and happens to be the first Batman villain I have ever been exposed to!

[@johnbockelie3899]

Riddler"s name is Edward Nygma. Or E Nygma .( another name for a riddle or puzzle. Pretty cheap huh?.)

[@AnnoyingAllie3]

@@johnbockelie3899 Doesn't Enigma mean strange or unusual person...really does describe his personality..

[@johnbockelie3899]

@@AnnoyingAllie3 Enigma is another name for a riddle, or a confusing situation. Riddler's real name is Edward Nigma, or E.Nigma. thus, The Riddler. His problem is his riddles supply an answer, so it's easy for Batman and Robin to figure them out to solve a crime. He's not too good at creating riddles that can confuse Batman.

[@muntasermo]

glad to see your channel has really bounced back

[@muntasermo]

***** I'm sorry to hear that, but I think if you consistently make content like this you can get more subs, views, and hopefully revenue

[@muntasermo]

***** yeah, I know. But I still think it's true

[@gamerfreak139]

Great video. Just wondering but how do you feel about the Gotham interpretation of The Riddler? Personally I love it and it's probably my second favorite Riddler after The Batman version. I really hate most people see Riddler as a joke when he's one of Batman's most dangerous adversaries when you think about it

[@Kill_Switch-fz5qy]

gamerfreak139 especially in the war of jokes and riddles

[@wintersoldier164]

if you are justice, please do not lie

[@sonicgen20]

Most abusive parents beat them for not being good enough. Edward's beat him for being too good?

[@AnnoyingAllie3]

That's very sad and unfortunately realistic, The Riddler was abused...and did you know he has autism, most likely a reason for him to be abused.. That's so relatable...for me at least

[@thatblueghost2296]

Barbatos from when Batman did the ritual is in DC’s Metal event!!! Mind. Blown. 2:12

[@marajithestrongestthereis910]

Riddler is one of those villains who's like let me tell you my entire plan so you can think of a way to stop it here I'll even give you Clues I don't know why but in my opinion I feel like if he didn't have this crazy Riddler obsession I don't know about you guys but I truly believe Batman would never catch Riddler that's just how I feel

[@eem2wavy133]

Maraji Johnson yeah pretty much. That’s why I like riddler tho

[@vortexluigirosalina5557]

Talk about Scarecrow!

[@andreathomas6922]

Scarecrow!!!! The Riddler and Scarecrow are such amazing villains and characters, I'd love to see them both in movies more often! I didn't like how Jim Carrey portrayed Edward, though. It looked like he didn't take the role seriously at all, and it just made it look like a joke😓

[@hydron3299]

YES I'VE ALWAYS LOVED THE RIDDLER THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING THIS!!

[@RubyRose2077]

Id like to learn more about scarecrow. Also talk about clayface no one EVER talks about him.

[@AnnoyingAllie3]

Ikr, in Gotham they never explained who he was, never even showed his creepy look, he's never used in the movies(that would probably be a CGI mess) Honestly he deserves so much considering he's the first reaccuring villain, and he's so cool..

[@mcparker8408]

My god that costume is amazing

[@bradleygearhart5713]

This was wonderfully put together

[@punkpinata7062]

I remember that I had a Comic book where The Riddler and Batman where fighting against a Tree/Plant Dude. Riddler was a Detective at this time and was Even able to solve the case before Batman. Still he needed Batmans fist to overwhelm the Plant Dude. Unfortunately I do not posses this Comic anymore

[@Faxanadu_]

The Riddler is my favorite villain in the comics, but only made better due to the Arkham games.

[@grantkelly8696]

Faxanadu Agreed. I don't know. I just love the idea of riddler hiding in the shadows and controlling things in the background while at the same time giving Batman a headache.

[@huggeh9550]

I just hate to collect all the trophies especially in arkham knight

[@ThisThingEaten]

My favorite versions are the Arkham and the Animated Series versions.

[@toganium4175]

Him setting up an obstacle course and becoming angry when Bat bests him is ingenious.

[@houseofmatrix6174]

The Ridfler is awesome

[@bish9158]

Cory Michael Smith’s portrayal of Ed Nygma/The Riddler actually made like The Riddler more than the Joker.

[@mrman6845]

My fav comic book villain ever

[@mudkivense]

hush was such a great story

[@TheSharkKing45]

I'd like to see a video of Scarecrow, and surprisingly the one-off and underrated villains from the 1960's Adam West series, plus the 2013 series "Beware the Batman"

[@elvisg7]

Mr Freeze has always been my favourite Batman villain but The Riddler is definitely a close second.

[@a_fine_edition2746]

Riddler is one of my favorites. One thing that gets on my nerves is how people say Hush was the mastermind in the Hush storyline, when it was really the Riddler who deduced Batman’s identity and pulled all of the strings the entire time. Also, I cannot stand the older Riddler outfit. The suit and bowler hat are way better than the tight spandex in my opinion. They make him look like an eccentric game show host, which I really like.

[@isaiahmatos3584]

Who do you call 3 riddlers? Three questions at once!

[@SQGReviewShow]

Will you make a History of the Condiment King? XD

[@retrobro5299]

The Side Quest Gamer Review Show Why do i think that would be interesting?

[@dominicks19]

The Side Quest Gamer Review Show funny stuff

[@hylind1912]

You know what I hate about every Batman media that has the Riddler in it? Every single god damn time, I want Nigma to win. Every time, I just want Batman to lose once, just once. But, as it is with every Batman villain, he almost wins then gets beaten by the power of lazy writing and some bullshit that Batman pulled out of his utility belt.

[@LuckyKitty25]

Perhaps you should check out the show Gotham then? Batman isn't Batman yet to beat him up, and Nigma's mostly on a fair playing ground with everyone else.

[@adamcunningham9947]

Hylind Riddler gets away with his crime in an episode of Batman: the Animated Series called "If you're so smart, why aren't you rich?"

[@tayojones9460]

Riddler got away with one of his crimes in a story called Riddle me this? Great Story.

[@aythjr.7602]

The Man Who Built it Does'nt Want It, The Man Who Bought It Does'nt Need It, And The Man Who Needs It Does'nt Know It. What Is It? (Answer: A Coffin)

[@bigbadbraxien6081]

DJAyth a coffin

[@anarchy_x159]

Your suit is amazing, definitely one of my favorite youtubers now.

[@u121386]

The Riddler is often considered by many to be Batman’s second most notorious villain, but he doesn’t seem to get much attention in any modern works(of course, except for the Gotham TV series).

[@UrvineSpiegel]

The Riddlers riddles are so lame. The answer is always the same. Bat punch to the face.

[@bigbadbraxien6081]

UrvineSpiegel how dare you

[@gremlinton9815]

nice rhythm

[@batvaleska]

riddle me this: who’s an idiot with a bad opinion, who’s name starts with an I, and last name an S,

[@the503creepout7]

i have to agree. i like the concept of the Riddler but feel like he never really delivered any sense of dread as a rogue. he always seemed to fit better in the campy '66 batman series then today's darker storylines. if you asked just about anyone who the best riddler was - they'd probably say Jim Carrey(who was basically Ace Ventura in a riddler costume). So if batman is the world's greatest detective, then what's so scary about a skinny crossword aficionado who leaves clues at literally every crime scene? ...bat punch to the face.

[@SpaceAlley]

@@the503creepout7 Just wait until The Batman comes to theaters

[@rodster6campingprepper]

Riddler has always been my favorite Batman villain too. Such a shame we never got to see a Nolan film with him in. I feel like no one ever really knows how to write him. The animated series only really used him successfully once (Riddlers Reform) and even the best Riddler comic story (Dark Night Dark City) ended a bit disappointingly with the Riddler just being a patsy for the demon.

[@davindeptuck7905]

Dude! Riddler's my favourite Batman villain too!

[@patrickdebrun9580]

Although I do find the Riddler interesting, Two Face will always be my favorite Batman villain. Mostly because unlike most of Batman's other villains, I'm interested more in the character than what his gimmick is. I like the fact that he had a relationship with Batman (also Bruce Wayne depending on who's writing him) before he became Two Face. I feel that's an angle that doesn't get explored enough with him. If there were to be a Two Face equivalent of The Killing Joke, it would play out completely different because unlike the Joker, Harvey was Bruce's friend so there would be a sense of regret from Bruce having to see his friend act like this

[@jakerobinson9475]

Please do a video about Scarecrow. He’s such an amazing character and personally my favourite Batman villain, and while admittedly has had a lot of silly costumes and personalities over the years (which I attribute to writers overplaying his obsession with fear and his toxin) at his best he’s a detached and manipulative genius with actual training for a job that requires him to understand how people think, and can use people’s darkest fears against them.

[@zanderblankenship3849]

One of my favorite interpretations of the Riddler is from the Arkham games. “I must say, Dark Knight, your desperate fumblings have exceeded my admittedly rather meager expectations. I’m impressed.”

[@Numbuh1NerdX]

Riddler is my favorite, too! I almost went as him for Halloween, but it started to get a little pricey..

[@AnnoyingAllie3]

I could help you pay... Just don't ask where the money came from ;)

[@TheParanormalist0601]

He's my favourite villain too! Love this guy!

[@nightshadehelis9821]

This character had serious potential Nolan's batman universe. Instead of making him green and whacky, they could've given him a dark and gritty background. Perhaps "mental illness meets genius".

[@lukestarkiller441]

Awesome video. Also, that Riddler outfit is amazing!

[@darthpaul99]

The Riddler is is my favorite Bat-Villain too. Made a Halloween/Convention costume of him several years ago as well.

[@flintlockwood25]

Riddler's your number 1 bat rogue? You have excellent taste sir

[@justinlawliet2136]

My favorite versions of the Riddler are the Gotham Riddler, the Arkham Riddler, Riddler in Detective Comics #822 and the Riddler in Hush.

[@antonyace2207]

My first experience with Batman was with Batman Forever when I was a kid, so the Riddler always holds a special place to me. Such an interesting character.

[@masterklaw4527]

Robert Englund's depiction of the Riddler in The Batman (2004) was my favorite version when I was a kid. I'm so excited to rewatch the series.

[@thechimichanga6914]

The Riddler really needs to be used more in comics, and needs more attention. He's badass!

[@MichaelJohnson-gt7fs]

the origins miove of the riddler is not bad but he is still crazy obsessed about Bruce wayen

[@vincentfranklin17]

Edward Nygma is so unfairly underrated Batman foe! I always liked him because he is an intellectual challenge, and brings out Batman "s detective skills.

[@pascalcwilson]

Do Scarecrow and also I love the suit and tie the riddler is also a favorite batman villain for me as well and deserves Bellreive not Arkham (Reference to young justice the TV show).

[@DiscountGeek]

I'm dressing as Riddler this Halloween too! I also read that Year One Scarecrow and Two-Face book last week and I think you should do a video on the Scarecrow since his origin is a bit more lesser known than Two-Face's.

[@osiancoleman8447]

I've always rlly liked him he's my third favourite batman villain.

[@Nippernator]

I think the reason the Riddler is underutilized is because it's probably very difficult to write for him. His whole persona is being cryptic so it takes a lot of careful thought to include his character and make it fitting. I think a good execution of the Riddler would probably make for the best comic in DC though.

[@Yukooo333]

Yes, i thought so too

[@Legit527]

Great video! Hey what’s the name of the background music?

[@unchartedchartz]

The riddler is pretty great, aside from his costume. I kinda hate his look most of the time. Except for in Arkham Knight. He's decent there. I can't wait to see him in The Batman.

[@Kandarako]

riddler.. my favorite batman villain ever thanx for de video

[@TalionTheGraveWalker]

I wonder how long it took dc or rocksteady to make all those riddles.

[@Jessinking]

this was really good. i only knew half of this story so it was nice to learn the full story.

[@sanddry738]

Really would love more of Batman’s villains like the Riddler and Scarecrow to show up more. Their inclusion in the Arkham games were amazing and I’d love to see more on the comic side

[@toxichazard2k21]

awesome outfit drake! i feel like the riddler deserves more love.

[@TyrannicalToad]

I never knew Edward went through that much it's actually kinda sad

[@justiceflash6821]

Riddler is my personal favorite villain of batman. He's just so cool with his costume and whole gimmick

[@meows_man]

Dude riddler is my fav batman villain heck even my favorite villain of all time this video is amazing you can also see him in Gotham where he is done amazing

[@SodaliteSushi]

I loved the Riddler ever since I started watching Gotham XD (And the Batman movie with Jim Carrey lol)

[@HIStoryInTheMix]

My favorite villian is Riddler, too! I actually liked Jim Carrey as Riddler...

[@DanielDAdkins]

Glad to see someone else whose favorite Batman villain is the Riddler. Go Team Riddler!

[@nickolas3956]

Mine is Catwoman, Riddler, Ivy, Joker, And two face

[@caydendyer1147]

Hey Drake! Love the content 😌 keep it up!

[@redheadbrad2220]

My favorite villain is clearly Joker, but he is just as interesting as he is and love his character.

[@osarceno93]

To the answer of the riddle in the beginning, the letter E

[@shamanite]

Nice vid, I feel it could be even more interesting if you talked about an compared the different adaptations (tv shows, movies, video games) of the characters

[@retronimo]

that riddler costume is amazing

[@Sparkle0501]

The Batman was Amazing

[@Tollero999]

Great video, cool costume and lots of information! Oh and BTW do Scarecrow in the future, will ya?

[@donovanstewart698]

Ok, I feel like riddler is reaching that point where so many people like him because he’s underrated that he is no longer underrated

[@joshpwnsnoobs]

great costume! riddler has always been dope to me.

[@tedhanlon7822]

I'm a massive fan of the Riddler in Gotham!

[@sunriser8450]

love the costume really depicts the character

[@allmightypixel9770]

amazing cosplay intro second thank you for giving other Gotham villain some spotlight

[@spookyrosev6467]

In fact unpopular opinion....I don’t mind looking for those trophies in the Arkham games. DON’T @ ME!

[@justas423]

The Riddler is such a down to earth villain in the world of 4th wall breaking clowns and ripped drug addicts.

[@Michael_______]

Now, that's a complex and interesting character.

[@albinocyclopse9952]

Oh you should do the Scarecrow! Hes my favorite Batman villain!

[@walterfechter8080]

I've always dug Riddler's question mark-decorated suit. So did Elvis Costello.