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The shift in tone and characterization appears deliberate, with Marvel executives seemingly prioritizing humor and lightheartedness over the darker, more serious storytelling that drew fans to these characters initially. Cox suggests that the Daredevil in She-Hulk isn't the "real" Daredevil but a new, altered version designed for comedic effect. This has fueled disappointment among fans, many of whom have voiced their desire for the return of the original, darker Daredevil.