Deathstroke (Arkhamverse)

"You're methods and tactics are impressive, but inferior. They will not save you."

- Deathstroke to Batman Slade Wilson, also known as Deathstroke, is one of the antagonists and assassins after the Dark Knight in Batman: Arkham Origins.

Past
Slade was an accomplished member of the Special Forces and this distinction earned him admittance into a covert program where he was subjected to extensive mental and physical augmentation. The procedures left him with increased mental function, as well as enhanced speed, strength and stamina.

Following his military service, Wilson worked for various private military contractors before striking out on his own-and allegedly becoming one of the highest paid contract killers in the world, specializing in high profile assassinations. His unique weapons and abilities include regenerating health and super strength, a rifle-staff with a built-in grapple, a sword, firearms and his own version of Detective Mode: Tactical Vision.

The Eight Assassins


"It appears the game is over before it even begins."

- Deathstroke upon confronting Batman

Eventually, Deathstroke was contracted with a bounty over the head of Batman and if he succeeds in killing him, he'll recieve $50 million from Black Mask (Joker in disguise). After he dispatched several cops, he then lured Batman to a parking garage with an explosive briefcase made by Queen Industries and some of Black Mask's henchmen. He then lay in wait nearby, anticipating the likelihood that Batman would escape the explosion, and proceeded to fight him. Although they fought evenely and fairly, Deathstroke was slowly getting the upper hand, although his sword ended up shot apart by a sniper round from another assassin Deadshot, who also been contracted with several others to assassinate Batman. Batman managed escape. Deathstroke then confronted his client with the knowledge that he hired at least one other assassin besides the job, although Black Mask mentioned he "had his chance" and that the night was still young before brutally executing one of his henchmen that was severly wounded from the blast by smashing him with rubble.

On Christmas Eve, Batman learns of the eight assassins that are in Gotham City to claim the bounty on his head. Among the assassins was Slade Wilson, aka Deathstroke, who Batman managed to learn that he was a former military soldier and a subject of a failed experiment. During Batman's search for Penguin aboard his ship, The Final Offer, a grapple claw grips Batman's ankle and drags him towards Deathstroke.

Batman and Deathstroke ensued in a long fight with impressive moves. Deathstroke primarily fought with his Staff and then changed to his Sword after Batman destroyed the Staff. Batman then manages to knock out Deathstroke as he asks the Masked Vigilante of what he is and then Deathstroke was taken into custody by the GCPD.

During the riot in Blackgate Prison, Slade is kept imprisoned by Joker whilst doing push-ups. Eventually, Amanda Wallis and found Deathstroke. She passed him a papper saying "Suicidal Squad", Deathstroke asked what happens if he doesn't sign and she says he rathers works for her or rots in Blackgate.

Hired by Strange
"The bait worked. His here. We'll have him soon."

- Deathstroke to Hugo Strange

Deathstroke was eventually hired by Hugo Strange to deal with Batman/Bruce Wayne. He appeared as he shot an Arkham City inmate dead, then reported to his client that Batman took the bait and then proceeded to battle the Caped Crusader. By the end of their fight, Deathstroke was defeated and Batman then kicks his gun away. As Deathstroke attempts to get it back, Batman arrests him.

Quotes

 * "A Bat? Why I wonder a Bat!"
 * "You thought that would work?"
 * "That was a mistake!"
 * "Is it self-righteousness or squeamishness that stops you from killing?"
 * "You still think you can win?"
 * "You'll regret that!"
 * "What are you?"
 * "Apparently the Joker's afraid of me. Wouldn't let me out. And for a good reason. I don't like having my time wasted."
 * "Ha, well, you won't have to worry about that anymore. Not unless someone else puts up 50 million bucks."
 * "Figured you'd be by, sooner or later."
 * "And what happens if I don't sign?"
 * "You fought well, Batman. But I am stronger, faster, smarter. And so, this ends the only it could."
 * "Know that you die with honor, which is more than can be said for most."