Is Deadpool a Rip-Off of Deathstroke? | Comic Misconceptions (Patreon)

Deadpool and Deathstroke may seem like very similar characters, but was Marvel's Merc with a Mouth truly a shameless rip-off from DC's Deathstroke? Did Rob Liefeld and Fabian Nicieza intentionally set out to make a carbon copy of Slade Wilson when they created Wade Wilson? Or is it possible that the whole thing was a crazy coincidence and Deadpool's likeness to Deathstroke is completely unrelated or perhaps even subconscious? A lot of questions here, so let me know your thoughts in the comments! Every Wednesday, Comic Misconceptions explores the fun trivia, interesting ideas, and mind-blowing theories regarding comic books and the rich history and culture that surrounds them! Hosted by Scott Niswander (@ScottNiswander) SUBSCRIBE! http://nerdsyn.cc/subNS BECOME a NerdSync Patron! http://www.patreon.com/NerdSync LIKE NerdSync on Facebook: http://nerdsyn.cc/likeNS FOLLOW NerdSync on Twitter: http://nerdsyn.cc/followNS CIRCLE NerdSync on Google+: http://nerdsyn.cc/circleNS