What archetype did Wolverine's early design, featuring exaggerated cowl 'horns,' emphasize?

Answer

Berserker archetype

The initial visual presentation of Wolverine was designed to communicate his nature quickly and powerfully. His costume, featuring the bright yellow and blue palette and a cowl with exaggerated, prominent protrusions often described as 'horns,' strongly referenced a mythological or primal warrior figure. This design language reinforced the perception of him as a berserker—a being driven primarily by instinct, rage, and overwhelming martial prowess, rather than by intellect or measured strategy.

What archetype did Wolverine's early design, featuring exaggerated cowl 'horns,' emphasize?

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