#imagines dc

Summary:

Rachel Roth decides it’s time for Damian Wayne to meet her father, Trigon, the literal demon lord of another dimension. The dinner, held in a fiery hellscape, quickly devolves into a chaotic combination of dark humor, passive-aggressive banter, and Damian’s stubborn refusal to be intimidated by a being who could obliterate him with a thought. Rachel, ever the unbothered middleman, somehow keeps the night from spiraling completely out of control—though barely. Between veiled threats, awkward small talk, and moments of surprisingly tender understanding, one thing becomes clear: no one handles family dysfunction quite like Rachel and Damian.

Warnings:

Dark humor, Over-the-top absurdity, Fluffy moments amidst chaos

Damian Wayne wasn’t easily fazed. He’d been raised by assassins, fought gods, and lived with the Bat-family. But standing at the edge of a glowing portal to hell, he found himself tightening his grip on his katana.

Rachel stood beside him, utterly unfazed, as if the swirling vortex of fire and screams was a cozy dinner invite.

“Stop glaring at it,” she said, stepping through without hesitation.

“I’m not glaring. I’m assessing,” Damian snapped, following her into the portal.

The landscape that greeted them was… dramatic. Fiery rivers, jagged mountains, and countless lesser demons scurrying about like stressed-out caterers preparing for the world’s most chaotic dinner party.

“Charming,” Damian muttered, dodging a flaming rock that fell suspiciously close to him.

Rachel smirked. “You should see it on holidays. The firestorms are festive.”

---

They arrived at an enormous, obsidian dining hall lit by floating, flickering flames. At the head of a ridiculously long table sat Trigon, all four glowing eyes trained on them. His massive, horned form loomed over the space, radiating an aura of power and annoyance.

“Rachel,” Trigon’s voice rumbled, shaking the very walls. “You’ve brought a mortal into my realm.”

“Nice to see you too, Dad,” Rachel replied, unbothered. “This is Damian. My boyfriend.”

Damian stepped forward, spine straight, meeting Trigon’s gaze without a flicker of fear. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, sir.”

Trigon stared for a long moment before leaning back in his chair, his laugh echoing like thunder. “You’re either incredibly brave or monumentally foolish.”

“Why not both?” Damian replied dryly.

Rachel sighed. “Can we skip the intimidation routine? It’s boring.”

---

As they sat down, Damian found himself seated between Rachel and a smaller, snake-headed demon who offered him what looked like a drink made of molten lava.

“Drink it,” Trigon commanded, watching with a smug smile.

Without missing a beat, Damian took the glass, sniffed it, and took a small sip. His face didn’t betray a single emotion as he set it down.

“Not bad,” he said. “Though I prefer green tea.”

Rachel choked on her own drink, and Trigon’s smugness faltered for just a second.

“Impressive,” Trigon said, his voice a mix of amusement and grudging respect.

---

The meal began, served by demons with far too many arms. The food was… creative. Squirming tentacles, flaming meats, and a dessert that seemed to scream when touched.

Damian cut into a piece of glowing red meat with precision, ignoring how it growled at him.

“So, Damian,” Trigon began, his tone casual but his eyes glowing ominously. “What exactly do you bring to my daughter’s life?”

Damian set his knife down deliberately. “I protect her. I support her. And I challenge her when necessary.”

Rachel raised an eyebrow. “Challenge me?”

“Occasionally,” Damian amended.

Trigon leaned forward. “And what makes you think you’re worthy of her?”

Damian didn’t flinch. “I don’t. But I work every day to be.”

Rachel blinked, clearly caught off guard, and even Trigon seemed momentarily speechless.

“That was almost… touching,” Trigon muttered. “Disgusting.”

---

The dinner continued with only minor incidents—like when a minor demon tried to steal Damian’s katana and found itself pinned to the wall by a throwing knife.

“That’s enough, Horflax,” Rachel said without looking up from her plate.

Damian smirked. “A charming dinner companion.”

“I like him,” Rachel said, smirking back.

---

As the evening drew to a close, Trigon rose from his seat, towering over everyone. “Damian Wayne,” he said, his voice resonating with ancient power. “You have survived this evening. Barely.”

“I wouldn’t have it any other way,” Damian replied, meeting his gaze.

Trigon let out another booming laugh. “You’re either brave or stupid.”

“Still both,” Damian said.

Rachel rolled her eyes. “Are we done with the theatrics?”

Trigon looked at her, his expression softening slightly. “You have chosen well, daughter.”

Rachel snorted. “Don’t make it weird.”

---

As they left the portal and stepped back into the mortal world, Damian exhaled deeply.

“Well, that was… something,” he said.

Rachel grinned. “Admit it. You had fun.”

Damian gave her a sideways look. “Your father tried to kill me twice, insulted me six times, and served me food that might still be alive.”

Rachel shrugged. “Classic Dad.”

Damian shook his head but couldn’t help a small smile. “I suppose it wasn’t entirely terrible.”

“See? You’re bonding already.”

He groaned. “Next time, we’re meeting Alfred. He’s much less… demonic.”

Rachel smirked. “Don’t underestimate Alfred. He can be scarier than my dad when he wants to.”

Damian considered this and nodded. “Good point.”

Tornado Vermelho

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Summary:

Rachel Roth meets Damian Wayne's family for the first time. Despite Bruce's initial reservations about her lineage and powers, she quickly wins over the chaotic Wayne household—including Damian’s inquisitive younger sister, Alice.

Warnings: Fluffy, Humor, Family Dynamics

Wayne Manor had seen it all: supervillain invasions, hero gatherings, and even extravagant parties orchestrated by Alfred with more efficiency than any Gotham event. But hosting Damian Wayne's girlfriend? That was new territory.

Bruce Wayne stood in the main hall, impeccably dressed, his jaw so tense Alfred could almost hear his teeth grinding. He’d read every possible report about Rachel Roth, and what he found didn’t sit well: daughter of Trigon, demonic powers, Teen Titans member. But what bothered him the most was the way Damian spoke about her, with an unfamiliar mix of admiration and… hope.

“Relax, Master Bruce,” Alfred murmured, adjusting the picture frames on the mantle. “She’s just a young woman. Let’s not frighten her before she even steps inside.”

“I can’t promise that,” Bruce replied dryly.

The sound of an engine outside announced Damian and Rachel’s arrival. Alfred went to open the door, maintaining his characteristic poise, while Bruce strategically positioned himself near the fireplace, like a judge preparing to deliver a verdict.

Damian entered first, exuding his usual confidence. Beside him was Rachel, dressed in a simple black coat and dark pants, her posture calm. Her violet eyes scanned the manor, betraying no nervousness, only curiosity.

“Father,” Damian began without ceremony. “This is Rachel.”

Rachel offered a small polite smile and extended her hand to Bruce.

“Mr. Wayne. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”

Bruce hesitated, his mind flooding with images of Trigon and the ominous reports. But then he glanced at Damian. His son’s gaze wasn’t defiant, as he expected. It was… expectant, almost vulnerable.

Bruce shook her hand, keeping his expression neutral.

“Welcome to our home, Rachel.”

Before the tension could thicken, Dick Grayson entered from the side door, his grin bright enough to light up Gotham.

“Rachel! Finally!” He crossed the room and hugged her in an exaggerated manner, making Damian roll his eyes.

“Don’t be an idiot, Grayson,” Damian muttered.

“Relax, Dami.” Dick winked at Rachel. “He’s only acting like this because he’s nervous.”

“I’m not nervous,” Damian retorted, crossing his arms.

Jason Todd appeared next, hands in his pockets and an amused expression on his face.

“So, you’re the famous Raven.” He looked her up and down, making no effort to hide his scrutiny. “Well, you don’t look as scary as Batman’s report said.”

“Todd, I suggest you shut your mouth,” Damian growled.

Rachel, unfazed, raised an eyebrow.

“I prefer to keep the mystery alive,” she said evenly.

Jason chuckled as Tim Drake entered the room, holding a coffee mug. He glanced at Rachel, nodded, and said:

“Welcome. Hope you survive the madness of this house.”

Rachel’s lips curved slightly.

“Thanks. I’ve dealt with worse.”

As the introductions continued, hurried footsteps descending the stairs drew everyone’s attention.

“Dami!” Alice bounded down the staircase, her black hair streaked with blue catching the light as she leaped the last few steps.

“Alice, slow down!” Alfred chided, but she was already in the room.

Alice stopped abruptly when she saw Rachel, blinking in surprise.

“Who’s this?” she asked, her curiosity unmistakable as she looked from Rachel to Damian.

“Rachel,” Damian answered before anyone else could.

“Oh… Rachel.” Alice tilted her head, her eyes sparkling. “Damian’s girlfriend?” She grinned mischievously. “He’s never brought anyone home before, so you must be his girlfriend. Or has my baby brother not mastered social interaction yet?”

“Alice!” Damian snapped, but Rachel chuckled softly.

“I suppose I am,” Rachel admitted calmly.

Alice dashed to her side, ignoring the room’s tension, and fired off questions.

“So, do you like books? What’s your favorite food? What kind of music do you like? Is Damian as grumpy as he seems?”

“Alice.” Bruce’s voice broke in, though it lacked its usual sternness.

“Relax, Dad. I’m just getting to know my future sister-in-law.”

Damian pressed a hand to his face in exasperation.

Rachel, however, seemed unfazed, answering Alice’s rapid-fire questions with patience and even a hint of humor.

When Alice finally paused, she turned to Damian with a teasing smile.

“You know, Dami, she’s pretty great. I don’t know what she sees in you, but I like her.”

Jason burst out laughing, and even Tim smirked.

“Alice,” Damian started, but Rachel placed a hand lightly on his arm.

“I like her too,” Rachel said, smiling warmly at Alice.

Bruce watched the scene unfold, his jaw still tense but his posture easing slightly. Trusting Rachel completely would take time—if it happened at all. But seeing the light in Damian’s eyes and the way Rachel navigated his chaotic family made Bruce wonder if this young woman might be exactly what his son needed.

And for Bruce Wayne, that was a significant step forward.

Summary:

Damian Wayne decides to introduce Rachel Roth, his girlfriend, to the Al Ghul side of the family. The meeting with Talia and Ra’s al Ghul (and, by extension, the entire League of Shadows) turns into a spectacle of sarcasm, tension, and dark humor. Damian tries to keep the situation under control, but Rachel, with her mix of emotional coldness and sharp remarks, steals the spotlight. Between philosophical confrontations, veiled threats, and surprisingly sweet moments, the visit makes it clear that Rachel can handle much more than just an awkward family dinner.

Warnings:

Dark humor

Sarcastic interactions

Fluffy (with a touch of chaos)

Ps: Sorry for the delay, my sunshine! I was organizing my posts, there are a lot of texts to write. Thank you for following me until now!

Damian Wayne was not nervous. He was Robin. A trained assassin, a brilliant strategist. He did not get nervous.

“You’re nervous,” Rachel declared, watching him adjust his sword belt for the third time.

“Ridiculous,” Damian replied.

She raised an eyebrow, that stoic, slightly irritating look that said more than any words could. He sighed.

“It’s not nerves. It’s… preparation.”

“If you’re preparing for the worst, I think that’s a sign you should reconsider the life choices that brought you here,” she commented, opening one of her portals.

“And if you could avoid sending the entire League to another dimension this time…” Damian began, but Rachel simply shrugged.

“No promises.”

---

As soon as they entered the Al Ghul fortress’s main hall, Rachel paused and surveyed the environment. It was dark, cavernous, smelled of incense, and something she could only describe as “medieval pretension.”

“Let me guess,” she said, glancing at Damian. “They think this is intimidating?”

Damian frowned. Before he could respond, Talia al Ghul appeared, her posture as elegant as ever but with a sharp smile that promised trouble.

“Son,” she said, pulling Damian into a quick, efficient hug. Then her eyes fell on Rachel. “And you must be…”

“Rachel,” the girl replied flatly.

Talia tilted her head. “Ah, yes. The demon empath. You know your power could be easily exploited, don’t you?”

“Exploited? By who? You?” Rachel smiled faintly. “You wouldn’t be the first cult I’ve dealt with.”

Damian muttered something about moderation, but Rachel had already caught Talia’s attention with her cool demeanor.

---

Ra’s entered with his usual dramatic flair: cloaked in shadows and walking slowly, as if expecting a background soundtrack.

“Damian,” he began in his deep voice. “You’ve brought an… ally?”

Rachel raised a hand. “Girlfriend.”

Ra’s blinked, as if the word confused him. “You mean… consort?”

“No,” Rachel replied. “I mean girlfriend. But thanks for making it weird.”

Damian sighed. “Grandfather, please. No speeches about lineage or—”

“She’s a Roth,” Ra’s interrupted. “A powerful but unstable lineage. Do you know what you’re doing, boy?”

“He does,” Rachel answered for him. “Do you know what you’re doing, testing me like this?”

Ra’s paused, intrigued. “Interesting. Continue.”

Rachel crossed her arms. “You want to evaluate me. Figure out if I’m a threat, an asset, or dead weight. Here’s my answer: I’m none of those. I’m just someone who came here because this guy,” she pointed at Damian, “thinks family matters.”

The room fell silent. Damian stared at Rachel with a mix of frustration and admiration, while Ra’s and Talia exchanged calculated glances.

Then Talia laughed. Not a chuckle, but a short, genuine laugh.

“She has courage,” Talia said.

“And recklessness,” Ra’s added, with a rare smile.

---

Things went downhill when an assassin tripped over Rachel’s cloak. She gave him a lazy look, muttered a few words in Azarathean, and the man disappeared in a puff of smoke.

“Where did he go?” Talia asked, a mix of curiosity and exasperation.

“To a beach,” Rachel replied. “He needed to relax.”

“Which beach?” Damian asked, frowning.

Rachel smiled. “I think it’s a tropical hellscape. Literally.”

---

By the end of the night, Damian was exhausted. Rachel, however, seemed perfectly calm.

“They liked me,” she declared.

“Liked you? My mother tried to intimidate you, my grandfather tried to recruit you, and you exiled one of their assassins.”

Rachel shrugged. “Classic family dinner. I thought it was fun.”

Damian looked at her and sighed. “You’re insufferable sometimes.”

Rachel smiled. “So are you. I think that’s why it works.”

He couldn’t help but smile back as he took her hand.

“Next time, we’ll visit the Graysons,” he suggested.

Rachel narrowed her eyes. “Are you sure your adoptive family is any less insane than your biological one?”

— Bruce Wayne

• Got involved with Japanese singer Kira Hoshi for the first time in his teenage years, shortly before starting his training with Ra's Al Ghul;

• Swore to his childhood friend Thomas Elliot—and to himself—that it would be a one-night affair, but it turned into a relationship lasting a year and a half;

• Felt wounded in his pride when he proposed to her after learning about the pregnancy, only for her to refuse, saying she didn’t want to be just another trophy on his shelf;

• After starting his training with Ra's Al Ghul, he decided to keep his distance from Kira and the child for their safety, providing only financial support to them;

• After Jason Todd’s death, he vowed never to meet his daughter Alice;

• Blamed himself for Kira’s death, but even more for being unable to connect with his daughter, who resented the fact that he raised so many adopted children while rejecting her from the beginning, despite being his biological child;

• Tries to make up for his absence in her life with expensive gifts;

• Deep down, he envies Thomas because Alice always turns to him when she has a problem;

• He’s torn between wanting a chance to be her father and his duty to Gotham, not wanting to endanger her but also not wanting to keep pushing her away;

• Was pleasantly surprised to see Damian and Alice getting along well;

• Made the entire Batfamily swear to keep their respective identities secret. To Alice, they are to appear as a normal family.

— Damian Wayne

• Was irritated to discover he wasn’t Bruce’s only biological child;

• Initially found his older sister annoying, weak, and overly emotional;

• However, he grew interested and even became a fan when he saw her talent and aspirations to become a J-idol;

• Of course, he doesn’t admit it out loud, but he enjoys watching her rehearse for her shows;

• He discreetly takes care of her, purposely “forgetting” bottles of water and cereal bars in strategic places;

• Despite being older, she’s treated like his little sister. Woe to anyone who messes with her—Damian doesn’t hold back when it comes to someone important to him;

• Without realizing it, he grew genuinely attached to her, though he hasn’t stopped teasing her;

• Helps her with rehearsals;

• Asks her opinion about his drawings;

• Felt touched when she learned Arabic to communicate with him, as he often spoke Japanese to her when they were alone;

• Still, he teased her by speaking in specific Arabic dialects to frustrate her;

• Alice brings out a softer side in him. Though he won’t admit it, he enjoys feeling like the protective older brother in their dynamic;

• Was happy when he told her he wanted to study to become a doctor, and she supported him without hesitation;

• Turned against his own mother and grandfather when they threatened Alice;

• Secretly investigated the criminal backgrounds of all Alice’s classmates to ensure her safety;

• When Conner and Alice started dating, he secretly threatened Conner, warning him not to break his “little sister’s” heart.

— Tim Drake

• He knew about Alice from the beginning;

• One day, while rummaging through the basement to help Alfred decorate the mansion for Christmas, he found a small dusty box containing photos of her;

• He conducted deep research and, after pressuring Bruce, discovered Alice was his daughter;

• Secretly kept tabs on her occasionally to ensure she was doing well;

• Was the first to warn Bruce about the haters after Kira announced that Alice was her daughter;

• However, Bruce didn’t listen. On the day of Kira’s death, Tim, Damian, and Bruce were investigating a crime at Gotham’s docks when Tim’s phone alerted him to the news he followed about Alice;

• He informed Bruce immediately upon seeing the news. Tim and Damian handled capturing the criminals while Bruce went after Alice;

• Unlike Damian, it took Tim much longer to get closer to Alice;

• Even so, he tried his best, researching what she liked and asking Bernard and Dick for advice.

— Jason Todd

• Was the last to find out and was annoyed to learn he was the last;

• Discovered Alice’s existence through Dick;

• Met her for the first time as Red Hood, during her first nighttime escape from the mansion, wandering lost through Gotham’s dark streets looking for Thomas Elliot;

• She had no idea it was Jason;

• He convinced her to return home, following her to ensure she entered the mansion safely;

• The next day, she accidentally met “Jason Todd,” one of her older brothers, at her school’s exit. He showed up with the excuse that Bruce had asked him to pick her up;

• From then on, he tried to pick her up from school every day, and they would talk on the way home;

• He only walked her to the door and never entered the house;

• When Alice questioned him about it, he simply said he had done something bad in the past that had made Bruce furious with him;

• Deep down, he wanted to enter but didn’t feel welcome, while Bruce thought Jason didn’t want to come back;

• He attended all of Alice’s performances;

• Practically became her personal bodyguard;

• Alice, being kind and sensitive, easily melted Jason’s tough exterior, revealing his softer side. They quickly became each other’s favorite sibling;

• She invited him to play drums at one of her shows, and he accepted without hesitation;

• Secretly got involved in the search for her mother’s killer, intending to do what he knew Bruce never would;

• Helped Damian threaten Conner with kryptonite bullets if he broke Alice’s heart.

— Dick Grayson

• Was in Blüdhaven when everything happened, and upon hearing the full story from Alfred, immediately rushed to Gotham;

• Accepted Alice as his younger sister without hesitation;

• Taught her some acrobatics he learned in the circus for her to use in her performances;

• Practically became her babysitter while Bruce, Tim, and Damian were busy, though he didn’t mind;

• Starfire fell in love with her and her music at first sight;

• Whenever the couple was together, but Dick had to babysit, Alice acted as if she were their child;

• Once, Alice disappeared while Dick was babysitting. He was frantic until Starfire returned hours later with the girl carrying numerous shopping bags;

• Dick wanted to introduce Alice to the Titans, but Bruce was against it, wanting her kept away from that world;

• Performed acrobatics at home because he knew how much they fascinated Alice;

• Took her to the circus when he learned she’d never been;

• Frequently argued with Bruce about how he should be more involved in Alice’s life.

— PLUS! Thomas Elliot

• Wanted to punch Bruce when he said he wouldn’t be part of Alice’s life;

• Considered taking Alice from Kira, thinking she was too irresponsible and reckless to raise a child;

• Later wanted custody of her after learning she was motherless;

• To Thomas, he’s the father—end of story. A father is the one who raises the child. Alice is his daughter, and woe to anyone who says otherwise;

• Serves as her personal doctor whenever she’s sick;

• Oh, he was literally born to be a girl dad;

• Does absolutely everything Alice wants. She’s his little princess. No matter how grown she is, she’s still his baby;

• Secretly maintains a savings account to invest in her future;

• Resents Bruce for not giving him custody, even after rejecting Alice from the start;

• Yes, they fought about it a lot but eventually agreed on a sort of joint custody arrangement. Alice spends one week at Wayne Manor and the next with Thomas;

• Keeps a photo he took with Alice on Father’s Day when she was five years old in his office;

• His house walls and shelves also have pictures of her;

• Whenever someone asks about them, he says she’s his daughter living abroad with her mother;

• Offered to register Alice under his name, but Kira refused, much to his frustration.

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