Illustrated Series #69

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Why Do People Romanticize Serial Killers, and What's The Difference Between A Serial Killer and a Vigilante Killer?

The phenomenon of romanticizing serial killers can be attributed to several complex psychological and sociocultural factors. For some individuals, fascination with the minds of these criminals stems from a morbid curiosity about the darker aspects of human behavior and the desire to understand what motivates such extreme acts. In some cases, the media's portrayal of serial killers as cunning and enigmatic figures, coupled with a lack of empathy for their victims, contributes to a distorted allure around these criminals. Additionally, some people may be drawn to the sense of power and control serial killers exhibit, juxtaposed with their perception of societal constraints. However, it is essential to recognize that romanticizing such heinous individuals is both harmful and dangerous, as it overlooks the immense suffering caused by their actions and diminishes the importance of supporting victims and promoting a safe and just society.

The key difference between a vigilante killer and a serial killer lies in their motivations and methods. A vigilante killer is someone who takes the law into their own hands and seeks to deliver justice outside of the legal system. They believe they are acting in the best interest of society by targeting individuals they perceive as criminals or wrongdoers. While some, like Nadia, make sure they are actually killing someone who is actually guilty of a crime, not all vigilante killers are as meticulous as she is about making sure she has someone who is absolutely guilty. They often justify their actions based on personal beliefs or a desire to rectify perceived injustices. On the other hand, a serial killer is an individual who commits multiple acts of murder over a prolonged period, typically with a cooling-off period between each killing. Unlike vigilante killers, serial killers do not seek to uphold a personal code of justice or avenge specific wrongs. Instead, they exhibit a pattern of predatory behavior, often driven by psychological factors, such as a need for power, control, or a deviant psychological gratification derived from the act of killing. Both vigilante killers and serial killers pose significant threats to society and are subject to criminal prosecution if apprehended by law enforcement.

There are also serial vigilante killers, such as Dexter Morgan in the Dexter books and now two television shows, though I've only seen the first four seasons of the first one.

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