1 definition by the hawk who hides its talons
A seemingly ideal hero, though one with a hidden dark side. Byronic Heroes usually have a troubled and mysterious past, the weight of which causes them to be weary and cynical. They generally are very charismatic, gaining them many fans, though they have little attachment for others and prefer to act as lone wolves.
Even though he's very popular among the people for all that he's done, the mayor isn't really close to anybody. What a Byronic Hero he is.
by the hawk who hides its talons January 15, 2010