Batman: The Court of Owls |
Owls.....
In older Western myths owls are associated with Wisdom, Helpfulness, and Prophecy. In the middle ages they were viewed as evil and harbingers of doom. In New Wold they are viewed as powerful entity... either one of great evil or protection. In eastern tradition it can be viewed as a keeper of souls. What ever its roots its an ancient and powerful symbol of mystery. In more modern times, it has become to be included as a reference to Aliens/Greys.
I stayed away from the series mind you because it was well, even as a comic fan, something said don't buy. However when I finally looked at it I come to found that ironically this year, Batman #1 2012 includes a massive story arc about the "The Court of Owls". A secret society hidden in plain site. It is something that has always been there, in the shadows and whispered, manipulating events abroad. What is most fascinating about this is the imagery used throughout the story arc as well as the history. In Issues #5-#7 Batman is lured/abducted by the Court and analyzed and toyed with.
When it got to this part, for some reason it reminded me of the abductions. Toyed with and analyzed, breaking you apart by showing you things.Testing you, etc. It was a few things that stuck at me "Keep to the Dark" and Batman's determination to be keening aware of his surroundings. Although it hits home, I think that this is common to any type of abduction.... but it just struck a chord here and there...
Back to the Owls... like Rabbits... their symbolism are melded with the Greys. As people report seeing or remembering the image of an owl at their window or during an encounter. The physical similarity of the face are their... Dark Wide Eyes, lack of a nose, small mouth, and a neutral color face (yes I know there are more colors..). It just may be they choose this form..., or it could harken to older symbolism. The owl is a found in my societies as well, some that have some questionable reputation and supposed dealing with greys.
Whatever the case.... it is just a thought that crossed my head that I am putting out there. My instincts tell me to leave this issue alone.... but just maybe a dark knight can bring the light of truth.