New York Toy Fair 2019 saw DC Collectibles introduce three new figures in the style of Batman: The Animated Series, reimagining Jason Todd/Red Hood, Slade Wilson/Deathstroke and Azrael in his Batman costume in Brice Timm's unmistakable style. And while none of these characters appeared in B:TAS or its spinoffs for a variety of reasons, seeing their figures makes it clear that it's time for a relaunch.

The original B:TAS, which ran for 85 episodes between 1992 and 1995, is one of the most beloved animated shows of all time. In addition to featuring legendary performances from Kevin Conroy (Bruce Wayne/Batman) and Mark Hamill (Joker), the series also introduced Harley Quinn to the world. B:TAS was popular enough to earn two spinoffs -- The New Adventures of Batman and Batman Beyond -- as well as two films, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm and Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero.

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Despite having ended decades ago, the show's popularity endures. At the time of its release, B:TAS was a great entry point for younger fans into the Caped Cruasder's mythos that managed to be age-appropriate without sacrificing quality storytelling. The show's creative team understood how to pay homage to its source material while innovating and changing specific details in interesting ways that would . A relaunch would give the creative team an opportunity to approach the characters who were left out of the original series, though remain nonetheless interesting.

The reason those figurines are so compelling is that they evoke the possibilities of what might be. Seeing Azrael in his Batman suit reminds fans that the show could do its own take on the events of "Knightfall," which saw Bane breaking the Dark Knight's back and Azrael taking up the mantle in his place. Deathstroke reminds fans that, although the character began as a Teen Titans villain, he's a compelling enemy of Batman, and there are so many ways that the show could use him effectively.

Although it might be relatively easy to bring Azrael and Deathstroke into the fold, Jason Todd is another story. The character's high-profile death and resurrection could certainly create some continuity problems in regards to Batman Beyond. Elements of the character were also given to the series' version of Tim Drake, so there might be overlap there. However, the show repeatedly proved itself adept at adapting difficult characters and stories, so it's entirely possible it could find a way to bring Red Hood into the fold, both cleverly and organically.

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Nostalgia for the '90s combined with the freedom of its own streaming platform -- DC Universe -- presents Warner Bros. with a golden opportunity to relaunch B:TAS, even if it's only for a few episodes or a movie. Done right, these stories could reach a new generation of kids interested in Batman, while also providing long-time fans a refreshing reminder of why B:TAS is so beloved. Considering the current tumult surrounding the DC Extended Universe and its live-action Batman, maybe that's something fans need right now.