The excitement for *Daredevil: Born Again* reaches new heights with the release of its latest trailer, setting the stage for a thrilling premiere on Disney+ on March 4. This trailer, echoing the hints from the D23-exclusive footage, teases an unexpected alliance between Daredevil and Vincent D’Onofrio’s Kingpin as they face a common enemy. The spotlight falls on a chilling new villain, Muse, an artistically inclined serial killer whose presence in the series promises to push the boundaries of this superhero saga. So, who exactly is Muse, and why does this menacing figure compel two arch-nemeses to join forces? Let's dive into the depths of this twisted Marvel villain.
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Who Is Muse?
Muse, a relatively new but haunting addition to Daredevil's roster of adversaries, was introduced by Charles Soule and Ron Garney in *Daredevil #11* in 2016. Confirmed to appear in the D23 footage by Soule himself, Muse is a serial killer whose grisly deeds are an extension of his artistic expression. His debut saw him painting a mural with the blood of a hundred missing persons, and later, he composed a macabre piece using the corpses of six Inhumans.
What makes Muse particularly lethal to Daredevil is his ability to disrupt Matt Murdock’s radar sense, effectively turning his body into a sensory black hole. Coupled with his superhuman strength, speed, and a penchant for murder, Muse stands out as one of Daredevil’s most formidable foes.
Art by Dan Panosian. (Image Credit: Marvel)Muse’s initial clash with Daredevil and his new sidekick, Blindspot, escalates when Muse brutally gouges out Blindspot’s eyes. After being brought to justice, Muse breaks his fingers, denying himself the ability to create further. However, his hands are healed, and he escapes, resuming his deadly art across New York City. Obsessed with the city’s vigilantes, Muse leaves twisted tributes to figures like the Punisher, even as Mayor Wilson Fisk intensifies his crackdown on vigilante activities.
This leads to a fierce rematch with Blindspot, who taps into the power of The Beast to defeat Muse. In a dramatic turn, Muse, lamenting his story being overshadowed, commits suicide by walking into a fire during *Daredevil #600* in 2018. Yet, in the ever-resurrecting world of Marvel, Muse’s return seems inevitable.
Muse in Daredevil: Born Again
The trailers for *Daredevil: Born Again* confirm Muse's role in the series, featuring him in a costume resembling his comic book counterpart, complete with a white mask and bodysuit adorned with red, bloody tears. This visual introduction suggests the series draws not only from the iconic 1986 storyline by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli but also from more recent Daredevil comics.
While the original *Born Again* comic focuses on Wilson Fisk discovering Daredevil's secret identity and dismantling Matt Murdock’s life, the show introduces a twist. Here, despite Fisk already knowing Daredevil’s identity, the narrative shifts towards an alliance between the two against a new threat—potentially Muse.
Art by Dan Mora. (Image Credit: Marvel)With Fisk’s election as mayor and his campaign against vigilantism, Muse emerges as a direct challenge to his authority. As a serial killer who glorifies vigilantes like the Punisher through his twisted art, Muse becomes the catalyst for Daredevil and Fisk to unite. Daredevil seeks to stop a ruthless murderer, while Fisk aims to eliminate a threat to his rule and reputation.
The series also promises appearances by other vigilantes like Jon Bernthal’s Punisher and White Tiger, caught in the crosshairs of Fisk’s anti-vigilante crusade. Muse’s artwork celebrating these figures will likely add layers of tension and complexity to the narrative.
As *Daredevil: Born Again* unfolds, the central rivalry between Daredevil and Fisk remains a driving force, yet Muse emerges as the immediate and pressing danger to Matt Murdock’s world. With his unique powers and relentless bloodlust, Muse may prove to be Daredevil’s most challenging adversary yet. It's fortunate, then, that he finds an unlikely ally in Mayor Fisk.
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Note: this article was originally published on 8/10/2024 and updated on 1/15/2025 with the latest info about Daredevil: Born Again.
