Kate Bishop's Absence in Daredevil: Born Again

Kate Bishop's Whereabouts in the MCU

Fans have wondered about the absence of Kate Bishop in Daredevil: Born Again season 2, despite her connection to Jacques Duquesne, currently held by Fisk’s Anti-Vigilante Task Force. Hailee Steinfeld first portrayed Kate Bishop in the 2021 series Hawkeye, becoming a protégé to Clint Barton and assisting him in shedding his Ronin identity. Since then, she’s had a brief cameo in The Marvels.

Recruitment by Ms. Marvel

Currently, there’s no definitive answer regarding Kate Bishop’s location. Her last appearance was in The Marvels (2023), where Kamala Khan, also known as Ms. Marvel, invited her to join a new team. It’s likely Kate and Kamala are training with other young heroes elsewhere.

Kamala Khan may be receiving guidance from Nick Fury and S.A.B.E.R., as they provided her with information about Kate. S.A.B.E.R.’s orbital base could potentially serve as a training ground for the Young Avengers in the MCU.

Limited Connection to Jacques Duquesne

A Distant Relationship

Another factor contributing to Kate’s lack of involvement could be her limited connection to Jacques Duquesne. While Jacques was briefly engaged to Kate’s mother, Kate was immediately suspicious of him. She initially suspected Jacques of murder, a suspicion that ultimately led to the revelation of her mother’s manipulation.

Kate didn’t feel any significant obligation to Jacques, especially after her mother’s imprisonment. She lives in a modest apartment in New York, indicating she doesn’t share a home with him. Despite his current danger, Kate may have more pressing concerns.

Past Encounters with the Kingpin

A Formidable Opponent

Kate Bishop may also be hesitant to return to New York while Fisk holds power as Mayor. She previously confronted Fisk while investigating her mother’s dealings with the Kingpin. During their encounter, Kate discovered Fisk’s incredible strength and resilience.

She fired arrows directly into Fisk’s chest, which he dismissed without pain, and endured several powerful blows. While she briefly gained an advantage, Fisk ultimately remained unfazed. Kate understands the threat Fisk poses and recognizes she couldn’t defeat him and his AVTF alone.

Furthermore, securing appearances from actors like Hailee Steinfeld can be challenging, making it logical for Matt Murdock and other street-level heroes to confront Fisk independently in Daredevil: Born Again season 2.