I had just recently noticed how Nero has become more or less a 'stand in' character, only used when a third person is needed for a joke. I never took into consideration how he felt about being so replaceable...

Truth is, I had become very bored with Nero and this was going to be his last appearance, but his new, greasy look and crazy personality really surprised me! I think Nero's disturbing craziness can be a nice balance to Hawkeye's loveable craziness, so needless to say, I think Nero will be returning soo enough...

~Hawk