Daredevil: Born Again Episode 6 Review – 'Requiem' Delivers Destructive Choices and a Shocking Matt Murdock Moment

This article contains spoilers for Daredevil: Born Again season two, episode six.

Every Daredevil story shares a core moral: avoid involvement with Matt Murdock at all costs. Whether it’s Charlie Cox’s portrayal or Ben Affleck’s, a Silver Age romp or Frank Miller’s gritty noir, the lesson remains the same. Matt is compelling—charismatic, passionate, and unwavering in his pursuit of justice—but his timing is always disastrous. Even when consumed by guilt, he charges ahead, leaving destruction in his wake.

The title “Requiem” suggests a period of mourning for Vanessa Fisk, yet much of this episode focuses on others making catastrophic decisions. Mr. Charles makes his move, Daniel confronts BB, Powell kills a subordinate, and Heather attempts to strangle Buck. None of these actions, however, match the volatility of Matt’s attempt to negotiate a truce with Wilson Fisk.

Key Moments and Plot Developments

Written by Devon Kliger and Jesse Wigutow and directed by Angela Barnes, “Requiem” picks up immediately after “The Grand Design”. Vanessa’s doctor delivers the devastating news of her death, then inexplicably chooses the worst possible moment to embrace Wilson Fisk—a scene previously discussed in detail.

With Fisk paralyzed by grief, the power vacuum triggers a flurry of opportunistic moves:

• Mr. Charles pivots from his failed deal with the Mayor, striking a new, vague arrangement with the Governor. The Governor, in turn, positions Sheila Rivera as Fisk’s replacement.
• Buck Cashman escalates his offensive, forcing Daniel to confront BB over her City Without Fear reports. He then engages Heather in a choking game, triggering new visions of Muse.
• Soledad Ayala, Angela del Toro, and other insurgents launch a high-profile anti-Fisk protest, giving Powell the pretext to retaliate violently—after murdering Saunders, the resistance’s mole inside the AVTF.

Character Analysis and Critique

As with much of the season, the episode’s plot points vary in execution. Buck Cashman’s overt malevolence stands out, particularly his English charm, which distinguishes him from predecessor Wesley. However, the script undermines subtlety by over-explaining his mole-testing demands. His dynamic with Heather is intriguing, despite her descent into madness feeling painfully slow and on-the-nose.

The weakest link is Mr. Charles, whose arc with Fisk has amounted to little so far. His tease of a Thunderbolts-style team—rumored to include Luke Cage—feels like another instance of Marvel promising future excitement while delivering little payoff now. While Matthew Lillard’s performance is enjoyable, the writing falls into the familiar trap of hyping next episodes without delivering substance.

That said, “Requiem” isn’t without its highlights. The long-awaited return of Jessica Jones in the MCU proper is a major thrill for fans. Marvel’s