Dec 1, 2002 CE
First Appearance of Thomas Elliot
Thomas Elliot is introduced as a childhood friend of Bruce Wayne in Batman #609. The issue shows their shared history and a car accident caused by Thomas's father. #comics #batman )
Chronological Storyline (31 Milestones)
Jan 1, 2003 CE
Backstory Revealed in Batman #610
Thomas Elliot's backstory is expanded, revealing his resentment towards his parents and his friendship with Bruce. #comics #batman )
Feb 1, 2003 CE
Thomas Elliot Performs Surgery on Catwoman
In Batman #611, Thomas Elliot, posing as a surgeon, operates on Catwoman after she is injured, later using her to manipulate Batman. #comics #batman )
Mar 1, 2003 CE
Elliot's Plan to Kill His Parents Disclosed
Batman #612 reveals that Thomas Elliot attempted to murder his parents by cutting their brake lines, a plot foiled by Bruce's father Thomas Wayne. #comics #batman )
Apr 1, 2003 CE
Hush Masquerades as Batman
In Batman #613, Hush disguises himself as Batman to damage Bruce Wayne's reputation as both a businessman and vigilante. #comics #batman )
May 1, 2003 CE
Hush Manipulates Superman
Batman #614 depicts Hush using a kryptonite ring to control Superman, forcing Batman to fight his former ally. #comics #batman )
Jun 1, 2003 CE
Hush Attacks Robin
In Batman #615, Hush tracks and attacks Robin (Tim Drake), escalating his war against Batman's allies. #comics #batman )
Jul 1, 2003 CE
Hush Defeated by Batman
In Batman #619, Batman captures Hush and exposes his true identity, ending the initial 'Hush' storyline. #comics #batman )
Jul 1, 2003 CE
Hush's Identity Revealed as Thomas Elliot
Batman #619 unveils that the villain Hush is Thomas Elliot, Bruce Wayne's childhood friend, who has been orchestrating a revenge plot. #comics #batman )
2003 CE
Publication of Batman: Hush Trade Paperback
The entire 'Hush' storyline is collected as a trade paperback, becoming one of the best-selling Batman graphic novels. #comics #batman
2005 CE
Hush Appears in Batman: Gotham Knights
Hush makes a cameo in the 'Gotham Knights' weekly series, setting up future appearances. #comics #batman )
Nov 1, 2008 CE
Heart of Hush Storyline Begins
Detective Comics #846 starts the 'Heart of Hush' arc, where Hush targets Catwoman to get revenge on Batman. #comics #batman
Feb 1, 2009 CE
Heart of Hush Concludes
Detective Comics #850 ends the 'Heart of Hush' story, with Hush defeated but later escaping. #comics #batman
Jun 1, 2009 CE
Hush Money Storyline
Batman #685-686 features 'Hush Money', where Hush uses a virus to blackmail Gotham City. #comics #batman )
Jul 1, 2010 CE
Hush in Batman: The Return of Bruce Wayne
Hush appears in issue #4 of 'The Return of Bruce Wayne', allied with Leviathan. #comics #batman )
Jan 1, 2011 CE
Hush in Batman: The Dark Knight
Hush appears in 'Batman: The Dark Knight' vol. 2 #5, continuing his vendetta against Batman. #comics #batman )
Oct 1, 2011 CE
Hush Cameo in Batman: Arkham City
Hush appears as an unlockable character in 'Batman: Arkham City', with a side mission referencing his identity. #gaming #batman
Mar 1, 2012 CE
Hush in Batman Incorporated
Issue #4 of 'Batman Incorporated' features Hush as part of Leviathan's operations. #comics #batman )
Apr 1, 2014 CE
Hush in Batman Eternal
Hush appears in the weekly series 'Batman Eternal', involved in a conspiracy against Batman. #comics #batman
Jun 23, 2015 CE
Hush as Identity Thief in Batman: Arkham Knight
In 'Batman: Arkham Knight', Hush is a major side villain posing as Bruce Wayne, forcing Batman to clear his name. #gaming #batman
2015 CE
Hush in Batman and Robin Eternal
Hush appears in 'Batman and Robin Eternal', working against the new Batman team. #comics #batman
2016 CE
Hush in Batman: The Telltale Series
Hush appears as a variant in the fourth episode of 'Batman: The Telltale Series', with a different origin. #gaming #batman
2017 CE
Hush in Injustice 2
Hush appears as a playable character in the mobile version of 'Injustice 2'. #gaming #batman
Jul 20, 2019 CE
Release of Batman: Hush Animated Film
The animated film 'Batman: Hush' is released, adapting the original comic storyline with some changes. #movies #batman )
2020 CE
Hush in Batman: The Adventures Continue
Hush appears in the comic series 'Batman: The Adventures Continue', a continuation of the Batman: The Animated Series universe. #comics #batman )
2021 CE
Hush in Batman: Urban Legends
Hush appears in 'Batman: Urban Legends', featuring a story exploring his past. #comics #batman )
2022 CE
Hush in Gotham Knights Video Game
Hush is a villain in the video game 'Gotham Knights', involved in a side mission. #gaming #batman )
2022 CE
Hush in Batman: The Killing Joke?
Hush appears in the animated short 'Batman: The Killing Joke'? Actually, no. Correcting: Hush appears in the comic 'Batman: The Knight' #1. #comics #batman )
2023 CE
Hush in MultiVersus
Hush is added as a playable character in the fighting game 'MultiVersus'. #gaming #batman
2023 CE
Hush in Batman: Dark Age
Hush appears in the limited series 'Batman: Dark Age', a reimagining of Batman's early years. #comics #batman )
2024 CE
Hush in Batman: Hush 2 (Comic Sequel)
A sequel comic series 'Batman: Hush 2' is announced, focusing on Hush's return. #comics #batman )