Why does he even need a playboy persona, though? It's basically just another disguise for him, he could easily fortify Wayne Manor and keep Alfred safe.
Superheroes and Secret Identities - How important are they now?
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Why does he even need a playboy persona, though? It's basically just another disguise for him, he could easily fortify Wayne Manor and keep Alfred safe.
Spider-Man's secret identity is anyone's deal now but it used to be a central enjoyment of the original run. The soapy drama of Peter's early university days is still fun and compelling, and I imagine there was some level of vicarious thrill for kids knowing they were in on a secret the supporting cast generally weren't.
I think it's entirely dependent on how "low-key" a hero is. Like, Hal Jordan is a space cop, Thor is a god, Wonder Woman is... whatever her origin currently is. These are people who run in circles that don't need protection, and that are beyond mortal law.
But Spider-Man? Dude's a normal broke dude that occasionally fights thugs. He can't protect the people close to him if a gangster or super-criminal wants to put the hurt in. Even for people like Batman, who have the means, there's the legal issue. You can't run around assaulting people. There's due process.
Like, Tony Stark? Should be in jail. Imagine if Elon Musk strapped on some body armor and started running around shooting people, judge/jury/executioner? We're living in a society here! There's rules! And don't get me started on SHIELD, shit's just unconstitutional...
But Spider-Man? Dude's a normal broke dude that occasionally fights thugs. He can't protect the people close to him if a gangster or super-criminal wants to put the hurt in. Even for people like Batman, who have the means, there's the legal issue. You can't run around assaulting people. There's due process.
Like, Tony Stark? Should be in jail. Imagine if Elon Musk strapped on some body armor and started running around shooting people, judge/jury/executioner? We're living in a society here! There's rules! And don't get me started on SHIELD, shit's just unconstitutional...
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I remember Damage Control cleans it up, but I don't remember who pays for it. I kinda remember some kind of insurance, but destruction happens so often it just doesn't seem viable. Whereas if you knew Spider-man's identity you could just send the bill to Aunt May.