Bruce Wayne is the Dark Knight at his peak, feared by Gotham's criminals and respected by the Batfamily he has built over the years. But his life changes when he crosses paths with Tim Drake, a brilliant young orphan who discovers his secret identity on his own and insists on becoming the new Robin. Reluctant to take on the responsibility of another protégé—still haunted by the loss of Jason Todd—Bruce struggles with his instincts for isolation while Tim proves himself not only fearless but also a natural detective. Meanwhile, Gotham is under attack by a wave of crimes caused by the Scarecrow, who has developed a new fear toxin capable of tapping into the innermost minds of his victims. To stop this threat, Batman and his new partner will have to face their worst fears: Bruce, the fear of failing as a father again; and Tim, the fear of never being accepted as part of the family. In the end, it's not just Gotham that needs saving, but also the heart of a man who swore he'd never open himself again—until he realized that perhaps, to overcome his fear, he must finally learn what it means to be a father.
