Sarle

Sarle is a fictional character appearing in comic books published by DC Comics. He is primarily known as an adversary of the superhero Batman. Sarle was created by writer Frank Miller and artist David Mazzucchelli and first appeared in the acclaimed Batman story "Batman: Year One," published in Batman #405 in 1987.

In his initial appearance, Sarle is depicted as a corrupt, wealthy businessman involved in illegal activities within Gotham City. He is one of the many criminals and corrupt officials who benefit from the city's decay and are targeted by Batman during his early days as a vigilante. Sarle represents the entrenched power and systemic corruption that Batman sought to dismantle. His motivations are typically rooted in greed and a desire to maintain his influence and illicit empire.

While "Batman: Year One" is his most significant portrayal, Sarle has made sporadic appearances in other Batman-related stories, often as a secondary antagonist or a symbol of the criminal underworld. His character serves to illustrate the complex web of crime and corruption that Batman operates within. Sarle's background and specific criminal enterprises are often left somewhat vague, emphasizing his role as a representation of the broader corruption in Gotham rather than a deeply explored individual character. He is generally portrayed as a formidable opponent due to his resources and connections, even if he lacks superpowers.