Daredevil: Born Again's Muse Explained: Who Is Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk's New Enemy?

Disney has unveiled an exciting new trailer for the highly anticipated series, *Daredevil: Born Again*, set to premiere on Disney+ on March 4. This latest footage reaffirms a surprising twist from the D23-exclusive trailer: Daredevil and Vincent D’Onofrio’s Kingpin will be joining forces to combat a common enemy. The catalyst for this unlikely alliance appears to be a new villain introduced in the trailers, the chilling serial killer known as Muse.

Who is Muse, and why does this superhuman murderer have the power to unite sworn enemies like Daredevil and Kingpin? Let's delve into the details of this sinister Marvel villain.

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Who Is Muse?

Muse is a relatively new addition to Daredevil's roster of adversaries, first introduced by Charles Soule and Ron Garney in 2016's *Daredevil #11*. Soule has confirmed Muse's appearance in the D23 footage, solidifying his role in the upcoming series.

Muse is a serial killer with a twisted artistic vision, viewing murder as the ultimate form of expression. His debut saw him creating a mural with the blood of a hundred missing persons, and later, he arranged the bodies of six Inhumans into a macabre composition. What makes Muse particularly dangerous to Daredevil is his ability to disrupt Matt Murdock's radar sense, effectively turning him into a sensory black hole. Coupled with his superhuman strength and speed, Muse poses a formidable threat.

Art by Dan Panosian. (Image Credit: Marvel)

Muse's rivalry with Daredevil escalates when he brutally blinds Daredevil's new sidekick, Blindspot. After being brought to justice, Muse breaks his own fingers to prevent further artistic creation. However, his hands are later healed, and he escapes to continue his reign of terror in New York City. Obsessed with the city's vigilantes, Muse leaves gruesome tributes to figures like the Punisher, even as Mayor Wilson Fisk intensifies his crackdown on vigilante activity.

The final confrontation between Muse and Blindspot, where the latter harnesses the power of The Beast to defeat Muse, ends with Muse's suicide by fire. This dramatic event occurred in 2018's *Daredevil #600*, but given the nature of the Marvel Universe, Muse's return seems inevitable.

Muse in Daredevil: Born Again

The trailers for *Daredevil: Born Again* confirm Muse's presence in the series, though the actor portraying him remains undisclosed. Muse is seen in a costume reminiscent of his comic book version, complete with a white mask and bodysuit adorned with red, bloody tears. The NYCC trailer features several scenes of Muse, including a confrontation with Daredevil.

While *Born Again* shares its name with a classic 1986 Daredevil storyline by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli, the series draws inspiration from more recent Daredevil comics. The original comic focuses on Wilson Fisk uncovering Daredevil's secret identity and dismantling Matt Murdock's life. In contrast, the series explores a different narrative, with Fisk already aware of Daredevil's identity in the MCU.

A pivotal scene in the trailer shows Daredevil and Fisk meeting at a diner, hinting at a potential alliance against a new threat. Matt warns Fisk of consequences if he oversteps, to which Fisk responds, "Is that coming from Matt Murdock… or your darker half?" This suggests a significant threat looming over New York City, compelling these adversaries to collaborate.

Art by Dan Mora. (Image Credit: Marvel)

Muse could be the catalyst for this alliance. In the comics, Fisk campaigns to end vigilante activity in New York, while Muse glorifies vigilantes like Frank Castle through his gruesome art. In *Born Again*, Muse's actions could force Daredevil to work with Mayor Fisk, who aims to eliminate the threat to his authority. This uneasy partnership will be crucial as Fisk's anti-vigilante task force targets other vigilantes like Jon Bernthal's Punisher and White Tiger.

Muse's presence in *Born Again* promises to be a significant challenge for Daredevil, potentially making him one of the most formidable foes Matt Murdock has ever faced. With his unique powers and relentless bloodlust, Muse's role in the series could redefine the dynamics between Daredevil and Kingpin.

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