Why Daredevil is a More Tragic Hero Than Spider-Man

Every Marvel comic book fan knows Spider-Man and Daredevil are two of the most tormented heroes in the medium. From the pivotal deaths of Uncle Ben and Jack Murdock to the later deaths of Gwen Stacy, Karen Page, and countless others, there’s no shortage of tragedy in either hero’s life. What’s more, both characters have made questionable choices that alienated others and fueled their guilt. These experiences shaped Daredevil’s and Spider-Man’s characters, making them two of the most committed heroes in the Marvel Universe.Despite the similarities between the two crime fighters, Daredevil takes the cake as Marvel’s most tragic character. The combination of loved ones’ deaths, loneliness, and immense faith-driven guilt make him a hero readers look to as a fellow sufferer in a difficult world. Spider-Man is certainly a source of solace for these readers as well, but Daredevil’s unique characteristics, circumstances, and life events make him Marvel’s poster child for tragedy.Growing up as the son of a world-class boxer, Matt Murdock believed Batllin’ Jack could take on anything. The young boy was confident his father would always be around to protect him. Sadly, this belief was shattered when Jack was murdered by the fixer he was forced to work for. Matt was left devastated, and the event forged his belief that no matter how strong you are, you can’t escape tragedy.RELATED: Why Do We Keep Coming Back To Daredevil?RELATED: Daredevil: How Does Matt Murdock Keep His Faith in the Marvel Universe?

Every Marvel comic book fan knows Spider-Man and Daredevil are two of the most tormented heroes in the medium. From the pivotal deaths of Uncle Ben and Jack Murdock to the later deaths of Gwen Stacy, Karen Page, and countless others, there’s no shortage of tragedy in either hero’s life. What’s more, both characters have made questionable choices that alienated others and fueled their guilt. These experiences shaped Daredevil’s and Spider-Man’s characters, making them two of the most committed heroes in the Marvel Universe.

RELATED: Why Do We Keep Coming Back To Daredevil?

Despite the similarities between the two crime fighters, Daredevil takes the cake as Marvel’s most tragic character. The combination of loved ones’ deaths, loneliness, and immense faith-driven guilt make him a hero readers look to as a fellow sufferer in a difficult world. Spider-Man is certainly a source of solace for these readers as well, but Daredevil’s unique characteristics, circumstances, and life events make him Marvel’s poster child for tragedy.

RELATED: Daredevil: How Does Matt Murdock Keep His Faith in the Marvel Universe?

Growing up as the son of a world-class boxer, Matt Murdock believed Batllin’ Jack could take on anything. The young boy was confident his father would always be around to protect him. Sadly, this belief was shattered when Jack was murdered by the fixer he was forced to work for. Matt was left devastated, and the event forged his belief that no matter how strong you are, you can’t escape tragedy.

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