Daredevil: Born Again's New Trailer Hints at an Unlikely Alliance
A new trailer for Marvel's Daredevil: Born Again, premiering March 4th on Disney+, reveals a surprising twist: Daredevil and Kingpin, longtime adversaries, appear to be teaming up. This collaboration is likely fueled by a shared threat: the art-obsessed serial killer, Muse.
Who is Muse?
Muse, a relatively recent addition to Daredevil's rogue's gallery (created by Charles Soule and Ron Garney in 2016's Daredevil #11), is a chilling villain. He views murder as a high art form, creating gruesome installations from his victims. His unique ability to disrupt Daredevil's radar sense adds another layer of danger. Muse's past confrontations with Daredevil and Blindspot, culminating in a self-inflicted death, haven't stopped him from reappearing in the MCU.
Muse's Return in Daredevil: Born Again
The Daredevil: Born Again trailer confirms Muse's presence, sporting a costume strikingly similar to his comic book counterpart. While the actor portraying Muse remains undisclosed, his appearance suggests the series draws inspiration from contemporary Daredevil comics, rather than solely relying on the classic Born Again storyline.
The series deviates from the original comic's focus on Fisk's discovery of Daredevil's identity. Instead, it appears to be forging an uneasy alliance between Daredevil and the now-Mayor Fisk. A diner scene depicts Matt threatening Fisk, who responds with a cryptic remark about Matt's "darker half," hinting at a significant, shared threat.
The Likely Catalyst: Muse's Anti-Vigilante Crusade
Muse's presence aligns with the current trajectory of the MCU's Daredevil universe, mirroring the tone of Soule and Chip Zdarsky's Daredevil comics. Fisk, as mayor, is likely campaigning on an anti-vigilante platform, directly clashing with Muse's actions. Muse's glorification of vigilantes like the Punisher, also featured in Born Again, further fuels this conflict.
This shared opposition to Muse—Daredevil seeking to stop a killer, Fisk aiming to eliminate a challenge to his authority—could be the catalyst for their unlikely alliance. Daredevil might be forced to collaborate with Fisk, despite Fisk's crusade against heroes like himself.
Other Vigilantes Caught in the Crossfire
The series also features other vigilantes, including the Punisher and White Tiger, who will likely become targets of Fisk's anti-vigilante campaign. Muse's actions, glorifying these figures through his macabre art, further complicate the situation.
While the Daredevil/Fisk rivalry remains central, Muse emerges as the immediate threat, potentially the most formidable opponent Daredevil has faced. His powers and ruthlessness necessitate an alliance, however uncomfortable, with Mayor Fisk.
Note: This article was originally published on 8/10/2024 and updated on 1/15/2025 with the latest information on Daredevil: Born Again. Images are included as per the original prompt.
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