CatWoman

Catwoman is a cat-themed criminal from Gotham City and one of Batman's most-well known enemies. Selina Kyle is often portrayed as a thief and cat burglar with divided loyalties. Her criminal activities are often tempered by a reluctant altruism, making her an inconstant villain and occasional ally to Batman. She regularly eludes capture by the Dark Knight and maintains a complicated relationship which frequently fluctuates between flirtatious to romantic. From 2002's Hush storyline, Catwoman has often been depicted as an anti-hero and one of Batman's closest allies. Several characters have also taken up the role in addition to Kyle, including Holly Robinson and Eiko Hasigawa. First appearing in Batman #1 in Spring 1940 as "The Cat", Catwoman has appeared frequently in comics since her debut. Her role has often fluctuated between villainess and anti-hero, with several stints as a hero alongside Batman. Since the 1950s, Catwoman has often been depicted as one of Batman's main love-interests, though this has also been shared with other characters in different eras. From the 1990s, she has also starred in her own comic series, with other works also featuring her as a central character. Catwoman has also appeared in various Batman media, beginning from the 1960s Batman series and including a theatrical film that loosely adapted her. Catwoman is considered one of Batman's most important characters, with her depictions varying from one of his most dangerous arch-villain to central ally and love-interest.