AceShowbiz - In the second season of Daredevil: Born Again, Wilson Fisk ascends to the mayoralty of New York City and immediately enforces a draconian ban on vigilantes. His administration’s Anti-Vigilante Task Force (AVTF) is charged with hunting down and prosecuting masked heroes who operate outside government sanction. This crackdown threatens a significant portion of Marvel’s street-level superhero population based in New York.

Understanding which heroes are targeted requires focusing on vigilantes active primarily in New York City and operating without official approval. This excludes heroes like Ms. Marvel, Moon Knight, and Ant-Man, who patrol other regions, as well as government-aligned heroes such as Captain America and the New Avengers. Even with these boundaries, numerous vigilantes remain vulnerable to Fisk’s anti-vigilante campaign.

Daredevil himself, the Man Without Fear, is the most prominent figure on Fisk’s list. Matt Murdock leads resistance efforts against the AVTF, coordinating with other local vigilantes such as Jessica Jones. Despite Fisk knowing Daredevil’s secret identity, Matt’s current disappearance complicates any attempt to arrest him. Additionally, Matt’s public act of saving Fisk’s life in the first season creates a political dilemma for the mayor, whose agenda would be undermined if the truth came out.

The Punisher, Frank Castle, remains a high-profile target due to his violent methods and frequent operations in New York, especially within Daredevil narratives. Frank’s confrontations with the AVTF are already documented—he was captured but managed a daring escape by deceiving his captors and breaking out of Fisk’s detention facility. His current whereabouts are unknown.

Jack Duquesne, known as the Swordsman, evolved from a minor character in the Hawkeye series to a significant figure in Daredevil: Born Again. As a wealthy rival to Fisk and a masked vigilante, Jack embodies Fisk’s frustrations. Having already been arrested, Jack’s ongoing imprisonment underscores Fisk’s use of corrupt legal tactics—such as forged psychological evaluations and manipulated trials—to crush vigilantes.

White Tiger (Angela Del Toro), introduced in the first season of Daredevil: Born Again, carries the mantle after the AVTF killed her uncle, Hector Ayala. Despite relative obscurity, Angela’s familial ties and the publicized trial of her uncle place her at great risk from Fisk’s forces.

Jessica Jones returns to the MCU in season 2, assisting Matt and Karen by using her investigative skills to uncover dirt on Fisk’s regime. Although she avoids using her superpowers initially, the season’s trailer hints at future action. Jessica’s lack of a secret identity makes her an easy target for the AVTF.

Spider-Man remains a potential target despite no confirmed involvement in Daredevil: Born Again. Operating in New York as a masked vigilante places him in Fisk’s crosshairs. However, the reality-altering events of Spider-Man: No Way Home erased public knowledge of Peter Parker’s identity, complicating Fisk’s efforts to apprehend him. Still, Fisk’s acknowledgment of a “vigilante in a spider costume” confirms his awareness of Spider-Man’s presence.

Luke Cage, one of the original Defenders, is rumored to appear in season 2. Like Jessica Jones, Luke does not conceal his identity, making him vulnerable to AVTF pursuit. His bulletproof skin, however, poses a practical challenge for any attempt to detain him.

Iron Fist also remains tied to New York’s vigilante scene, often assisting Daredevil indirectly. With the Hand’s return, Iron Fist’s presence in New York could place him in significant danger under Fisk’s anti-vigilante policies.

Mayor Fisk’s aggressive crackdown on vigilantes has cast a shadow over much of the Marvel street-level hero community operating in New York City. From the Man Without Fear to mystical defenders, many face legal peril as the AVTF enforces a strict anti-vigilante law. As these heroes navigate this hostile environment, the unfolding saga promises to explore the consequences of this new authoritarian rule in the MCU.

What are your thoughts on Fisk’s anti-vigilante crusade? Join the conversation and share your opinions in the ComicBook Forum.

This article is based on reporting originally published by ComicBook.com.