Any genre needs its tropes to truly thrive. Audiences have certain expectations about how narrative arcs will unfold, and what the characters at the core of those stories should be like. DC Comics has certainly leaned into many of its own unique tropes, especially when it comes to its impressive villain roster. But, just because they are iconic and integral to each hero’s journey, that doesn’t mean they get a free pass when it comes to recycling the same trends of the genre.Of course, there are always ways to fix or freshen up a trope, to make it new and relevant again. These certainly aren’t criticisms, but it’s fair to say that some of the best stories subvert expectations and play with the tropes villains have become accustomed to.The experimental scientist trope isn’t only limited to DC Comics, but there are a huge number of villains that play to this trend in the brand. From Lex Luthor to Doctor Hugo Strange, these are often powerless characters who have absolutely no moral boundaries when it comes to making scientific breakthroughs. Their meticulous research is always merciless and comes with tragic results.RELATED: 10 DC Comic Heroes You Didn’t Know Were Introduced In Important Events
Any genre needs its tropes to truly thrive. Audiences have certain expectations about how narrative arcs will unfold, and what the characters at the core of those stories should be like. DC Comics has certainly leaned into many of its own unique tropes, especially when it comes to its impressive villain roster. But, just because they are iconic and integral to each hero’s journey, that doesn’t mean they get a free pass when it comes to recycling the same trends of the genre.
Of course, there are always ways to fix or freshen up a trope, to make it new and relevant again. These certainly aren’t criticisms, but it’s fair to say that some of the best stories subvert expectations and play with the tropes villains have become accustomed to.
The experimental scientist trope isn’t only limited to DC Comics, but there are a huge number of villains that play to this trend in the brand. From Lex Luthor to Doctor Hugo Strange, these are often powerless characters who have absolutely no moral boundaries when it comes to making scientific breakthroughs. Their meticulous research is always merciless and comes with tragic results.
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