The Worst Tropes in Comics: The Mary Sue

✅Looking for More? Check This Out!    • DC's Batman Obsession is Worse Than You Think   NatrixNate Instagram - (  / natrix__nate  ) Check Out My Top Videos! The Best Retcons in Comics (   • The Best Retcons in Comics  ) The Worst Retcons in Comics (   • The Worst Retcons in Comics  ) "No One Likes Overpowered Heroes" (   • "No One Likes Overpowered Heroes"  ) The Greatest Successors in Comics (   • The Greatest Successors in Comics  ) The Worst Character Assassinations in Comics (   • The Worst Character Assassinations in Comics  ) The Biggest Frauds In Comics (   • The Biggest Frauds In Comics  ) Welcome to NatrixNate — where superheroes meet hot takes. I share my opinions on everything from comic book legends to their big screen adaptations. If you love comic book debates, rankings, and bold takes on your favorite superheroes and villains, you’re in the right place. In the second episode of 'Worst Tropes in Fiction,' we delve into the 'Mary Sue' trope, examining its origins and modern misapplications. Originally a fan fiction character, a 'Mary Sue' is often criticized as unnaturally competent and devoid of meaningful struggle or growth. This episode critiques the trope's gendered misuse and its impact on both male and female characters in comics. Highlighted examples include Barry Allen, Moon Girl, Nightwing, and Deadpool, revealing how these characters are often propped up through narrative shortcuts rather than earned achievements. The discussion questions the fairness and application of the 'Mary Sue' label, advocating for a more nuanced critique of storytelling quality. ==Timestamps== 0:00 - Intro 00:31 - Understanding the Mary Sue Trope 01:23 - The Misuse of the Mary Sue Label 04:42 - Barry Allen: A Case Study 08:24 - Moon Girl: The Smartest Person in Marvel? 12:21 - Nightwing: The Fan’s Perspective 17:06 -Deadpool and Batman: Fan Empowerment Characters 21:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts #comics #superheroes #marvelcomics #dccomics