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At its core, The Penguin posits the unsettling notion that evil can manifest in human form, embodied by Cobblepot himself. Throughout the series, viewers are treated to an unvarnished depiction of a character who is as charming as he is twisted. The show's narrative, by focusing on the seedy underbelly of Gotham City, breaks away from the supernatural elements commonly associated with the Batman universe. Remarkably, the only acknowledgment of the Batman lore comes in the final shot of the season, emphasizing its standalone quality.