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Marshall’s character was integral to the early seasons of How I Met Your Mother. He was portrayed as a multifaceted individual grappling with insecurities in relationships and professional aspirations while providing emotional support to his friends. However, as the series progressed, particularly in its ninth season, he is reduced to slapstick humor and disconnected bits that feel forced and out of character. This degradation contributes to the unsatisfying nature of the final season, leaving viewers yearning for the depth and emotional resonance present in earlier episodes.