

His death provokes great mourning on the part of his people.His death is only brought about by the betrayal by a former friend.The authorities can't catch him through conventional means.He is helped, supported, and admired by his own people.He frequently outwits and confounds his opponents by trickery, often expressed humorously.His criminal exploits are audacious and daring.Despite his reputation, he is good-natured, kind-hearted, and frequently pious.He steals from the rich and gives to the poor, serving as one who "rights wrongs." (Robin Hood, Zorro).His first crime is brought about through extreme provocation by agents of the oppressive system.

He is a "champion" who wouldn't harm the "little man."
