Poll Who is the more lovable character: Batman or Spider-Man? (Read OP) (30 votes)
I mean "lovable" in a simple way, which character do you feel more affectionately drawn to?
I'm going with Spider-Man. You just can't not love Peter Parker, his character is consistently likeable even when the stories he's in aren't always great. I've laughed with Peter, I've cried with him and I've felt a range of emotions for Peter that I cannot for other characters.
I find Batman likeable in a different way, he's not as endearing a character and is more interesting in the sense that he's got a complex psyche and a deeper philosophy that make him a better character study. His character evokes more thoughts and debates for sure. Spider-Man on the other hand is a lot more simple.
To me, Batman is a more compelling character who evokes deeper questions while Spider-Man is a more lovable character who offers simpler entertainment.
Spider-Man tells you to do good, be responsible and stay optimistic while Batman makes you question what is good, what is responsible and dares you to challenge him.
Does that make sense?
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