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TwoFace, also known as Two-Face, is a fictional character in DC Comics. Created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger, he first appeared in Detective Comics #66 (1942) and has since been a recurring adversary of Batman. The character centers on a duality motif and has been depicted in various forms as a villain, antihero, or tragic figure.

Harvey Dent, a former Gotham City district attorney, is the character's alter ego. After an acid attack that scars one side of his face, Dent's psyche fractures, giving rise to Two-Face. The two personas—one representing justice and the other vengeance—coexist, with decisions often determined by flipping a two-headed coin. The coin, engraved with Heads and Tails, becomes a symbol of fate and irresolution, reflecting his belief in chance over certainty.

Two-Face's stories explore themes of morality, chance, and corruption, and he is typically portrayed as intelligent and meticulous, though driven by extreme impulses. He frequently adopts a criminal persona, orchestrating schemes that mirror his internal conflict, though some interpretations cast him as a more tragic or begrudging antihero.

In other media, Two-Face has appeared in animated television series, feature films, and video games. A notable film depiction is in The Dark Knight (2008), where Harvey Dent is disfigured and becomes Two-Face, a portrayal that emphasizes tragedy and moral ambiguity. The character has appeared in various Batman-related merchandise and adaptations, with interpretations ranging from purely villainous to conflicted or redeemable.