Throughout its televised incarnations, The Tick has always maintained a strong satirical element, staying true to Edlund’s original creation. In the face of the madcap action, though, his origin seems less necessary than his existence as a catalyst for his long-suffering future sidekick to emerge from his chrysalis. In fact, it hasn't even confirmed his existence entirely, although fans can assume he's for real. In keeping with its predecessors, the show hasn’t tipped its cards as to the true beginnings of the big blue superhero. The arrival of the Tick, however, winks a little at Chuck Palahniuk/David Fincher’s Fight Club, as Arthur’s quest for vengeance grows a name and a face (or at least a cowl). Unfortunately, the right thing might be part of his delusion, as he obsesses over chasing the shadow of old-time villain the Terror (brilliantly if briefly assayed by Jackie Earle Haley), who is presumed long-dead. He has a genuine desire to live a good life and do the right thing. It colors the young man as unstable but quirky, setting up his sad yet ironically amusing history. As the latest version rolls out on Amazon, the story shifts focus to Arthur rather than his massive compatriot.
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