The Joker is one of the most recognizable and enduring villains in the world of comic books. He first appeared in "Batman" #1 in 1940, created by Bill Finger, Bob Kane, and Jerry Robinson. As Batman's archenemy, the Joker represents the polar opposite of the Dark Knight, embodying chaos and anarchy in contrast to Batman's quest for order and justice.

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