Guide Note: Daredevil is a fictional hero in the Marvel Universe. Though not as well-known as the top tier of Marvel Comics characters like Spider-man or The Hulk, Daredevil is nonetheless one of the oldest and most well-beloved heroes in Marvel's list. Daredevil has appeared in several of his own comic book series, a few Spider-man cartoons, and was even featured in a movie starring Ben Affleck.

Fast Facts:

1. Created by Stan Lee and Bill Everett
2. First appearance: Daredevil vol.1, #1 published in April 1964 by Marvel Comics
3. Real Name: Matthew Michael "Matt" Murdock
4. Powers: Although blind, Daredevil possesses a sonar-like ability, allowing him to "see" via sonic vibrations. Super-human sense of smell, touch, taste, and hearing.
5. Portrayed by Ben Affleck in the 2003 film Daredevil

The Man without Fear

Daredevil is known as The Man without Fear, but why? It could be attributable to his powers and disabilities: despite his blindness, the rest of his senses more than make up the difference. His sonar-like ability gives him a kind of 360 degree vision, and his hearing and sense of smell are so keen that just those two would be more useful than a normal person's vision. However, it is more likely a reference to his actions. As Daredevil, he fearlessly pursues criminals in organized crime syndicates, and as attorney Matt Murdoch, he fearless prosecutes them in a court of law. He has dealt with many serious enemies in both arenas, and though it is a huge risk, fear is never a deterent for him.

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