Board Thread:General Discussion/@comment-5880913-20121217041653/@comment-1639863-20140121190326

I don't think it's so much the fact that no superhero can be atheist, it's the idea that Batman is atheist. I've been watching this thread for awhile and I agree with Tupka and Shiplord.

Anyway, if a lesser know hero, like Plastic Man, was atheist, people wouldn't care. But, with a gigantic character like Batman who is universally known and a real inspiration to many, having a characteristic that offends you can really ruin the experience.

Although I agree that you shouldn't get all up-in-arms if you are offended ("Batmans not athist becuz i sad soo"), you have to understand that the idea can be a little tough to swallow for some really religious fans and you should respect that.