Daredevil Returns With New Foe in 'Born Again'!

Daredevil: Born Again's New Trailer Reveals a Shocking Alliance: Daredevil and Kingpin Unite Against Muse

A new trailer for Marvel's Daredevil: Born Again, premiering March 4th on Disney+, reveals a surprising twist: Daredevil and Kingpin, longtime adversaries, are seemingly collaborating. This collaboration is likely fueled by a common enemy, the chilling serial killer known as Muse. But who is this villain, and what makes him a threat significant enough to force this unlikely alliance?

The Terrifying Artistry of 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 serial killer who views murder as the ultimate art form. His methods are gruesome and meticulously planned, involving elaborate displays of bodies arranged as macabre artistic installations. His unique ability to disrupt Daredevil's radar sense adds another layer to his dangerousness.

Muse's initial conflict with Daredevil and his sidekick, Blindspot, escalates to a brutal confrontation resulting in Blindspot's blinding. Even after his capture and self-inflicted injury, Muse escapes and continues his killing spree, focusing his attention on New York City's vigilantes, creating twisted tributes to figures like the Punisher. His story culminates in a tragic suicide, yet his reappearance in Daredevil: Born Again is a testament to his enduring threat within the Marvel Universe.

Muse's Impact on Daredevil: Born Again

The D23 and subsequent trailers confirm Muse's presence in the series, sporting a costume strikingly similar to his comic book counterpart: a white mask and bodysuit with bloody red tears. His appearances in the trailers, including a fight scene with Daredevil, hint at a significant role in the plot.

While Daredevil: Born Again shares its title with a classic Frank Miller storyline, the series seems to draw inspiration from more contemporary comics, particularly the works of Soule and Chip Zdarsky. The show focuses on the ongoing rivalry between Daredevil and Fisk, but introduces a new dynamic: their forced alliance. A diner scene depicts Matt threatening Fisk, only to receive a cryptic response hinting at a shared threat.

This threat is strongly suggested to be Muse. With Mayor Fisk (as revealed in Echo's post-credits scene) campaigning on an anti-vigilante platform, Muse's actions directly oppose Fisk's agenda. Muse's glorification of vigilantes like the Punisher further fuels this conflict, creating a situation where Daredevil and Fisk must reluctantly unite against a common foe.

The series also features other vigilantes, like the Punisher and White Tiger, who are likely to be caught in the crossfire of Fisk's crackdown. Muse's twisted artwork could further complicate matters by glorifying these figures, adding another layer to the complex web of relationships.

While the Daredevil/Fisk rivalry remains central, Muse emerges as the immediate and potentially most formidable threat. His unique powers and relentless bloodlust make him a formidable opponent, forcing Daredevil into an uneasy alliance with his nemesis, Mayor Fisk.

Note: This article was originally published on 8/10/2024 and updated on 1/15/2025 with the latest info about Daredevil: Born Again.