User blog comment:Epic~00/In Defense of: Duncan/@comment-22317052-20150327183940

While Duncan isn't anywhere near to my favorite character, I will agree that some people could cut him some slack. Let's go by seasons. I guess. TDI:I have no complaints, he was funny, had good interactions, deserved to make it far and created good drama. TDA: He did outstay his welcome, I have to agree. Lindsay and Harold would be much better as finalists. Other than that, well, him outranking Leshawna and Justin didn't bother me, but Lindsay really was robbed. His conflict with Harold was one of the strongest points of second season. But his on again, off again romance with Courtney really annoyed me. Either make up, or break up for God's sake! TDWT: This is the only season where I genuinely disliked Duncan. The love triangle was a mess and his interactions weren't all that great. He outranked Noah and Tyler, which is a bit sad, and was jerkier than ever. He shouldn't have cheated on Courtney, yes, she was annoying, but cheating isn't right, no matter what. However saying that Duncan is the only one to blame is wrong, Courtney and Gwen are also to blame for this. I gotta give credit where it's due: while love triangle wasn't well-executed, it had a good concept, as there are many ways you can look at it. Also I don't agree that Gwuncan is shallow, considering Duncan and Gwen have similar interests. Duncan did make it too far again, though. TDAS: I don't have many complaints here. He was a little weird with Gwen. One moment, he loves her and does everything he possibly can to cheer her up, and the next he obsesses over Courtney. His conflict with Mal was interesting while it lasted (which was like 2 episodes). Him becoming a hero was enjoyable, and he was actually really funny. That one time I actually wouldn't mind him going further. Overall he is not perfect at all, but he is pretty far from the worst character.