The Joker has also historically been depicted as witty, highly intelligent, and all too aware of their own trauma and shortcomings as well as the world and its failings. This makes the character an extremely troubled, unpredictable, and often violent person. This version of The Joker has been adapted into many tales, including the Comedian in the Watchmen.
Jesters were always depicted wearing bright coloured outfits with eccentric hats. This look has since been popularized by another DC character and a constant victim of The Joker’s violence, Harley Quinn, who was herself based on another popular medieval comedic character – The Harlequin.
Whether your inspiration is a jester or fool, Harley Quinn or The Joker, one thing’s for sure – you probably really like the idea of total freedom and occasionally lend yourself to reckless abandon!