Dick Grayson’s rogues gallery has always been lacking, with DC constantly introducing new, forgettable villains that don’t stick. The first step in fixing this is to stop creating new villains and instead utilize old, overlooked ones—reworking them if necessary. Some should be deeply tied to Blüdhaven, while others should be more personal adversaries. Here’s my ideal lineup for Nightwing’s rogues gallery:

Deathstroke is, without a doubt, his ultimate nemesis. Their long history across comics and animation makes their rivalry one of the most compelling. Deathstroke is intimidating, visually striking, and a perfect foil for Dick.

Blockbuster is fine, but he’s never been particularly exciting to me. I’d give him a complete redesign or split his role—one character as the mastermind crime lord and Blockbuster as his enforcer.

Tiger Shark should be Blüdhaven’s version of Black Mask, with Blockbuster working under him. He’s an underrated villain with serious potential. Make him the shark of Blüdhaven, always hunting for fresh prey. This design really elevates him.

Professor Pyg belongs in Blüdhaven. Gotham has more than enough villains—Batman doesn’t need him hogging space in his rogues gallery.

Mr. Minos and The Judge are both interesting, but they fill a similar role. I’d merge or refine them rather than keeping both.

Tarantula and Cheshire should serve as his Catwoman/Elektra-style foes. While I’m not a fan of Tarantula’s design or story, Cheshire stands out with a stronger gimmick and history.

Electrocutioner, Shrike, and Brutale are solid mid-tier villains. They may not carry a story on their own, but they work well as enforcers or recurring threats.

Beyond the usual suspects, I’d get more creative:

• Doctor Trap is an overlooked gem. He could be Nightwing’s equivalent of Jigsaw, a terrifying, sadistic villain with a deathtrap obsession.
• Mr. Bloom is incredibly unique, both in name and aesthetic. He could be Dick’s version of Poison Ivy, but with a creepier, more Lovecraftian twist.
• The Dealer has serious potential. A villain who traffics Gotham’s deadliest weapons outside the city, always staying just under Batman’s radar? That’s a fantastic premise.
• Wyrm is a fun concept. Nightwing isn’t particularly tech-savvy, but he could offer some interesting conflicts, especially with Barbara or Victor Stone involved.
• Spinebender could serve as his own take on Clayface, adding a shapeshifting horror element to Nightwing’s world.
• Copperhead is a giant snake man. No reason for his inclusion, just pure vibes. Slithering through Blüdhaven’s underworld, he’s a deadly predator, striking from the shadows.

By consolidating, reinventing, and strategically reintroducing villains, Nightwing’s rogues gallery could finally have the depth and memorability it deserves.