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KingOfStickers
Since: Jul, 2014
28th Feb, 2021 12:50:23 PM
probably a subtrope Antagonist Abilities.
OnyxLycan
Since: Nov, 2013
28th Feb, 2021 01:29:33 PM
It most certianly belongs there but I can't seem to find a specific call out to it.
BeanWiggin
Since: Feb, 2021
28th Feb, 2021 01:30:41 PM
Ignore this reply
Edited by BeanWiggin
oforiousmic
Since: Jul, 2012
28th Feb, 2021 06:03:10 PM
There's Mirror Boss, but that's video game-specific
orrink
Since: Nov, 2010
28th Feb, 2021 09:32:20 PM
Xmen 2 w lady deathstrike fits perfectly
http://sophomorecritic.blogspot.com
coconutkirin
Since: Dec, 2020
1st Mar, 2021 01:15:01 AM
There's Beat Them at Their Own Game
Edited by coconutkirin
Unsung
Since: Jun, 2016
OnyxLycan
Since: Nov, 2013
28th Sep, 2022 12:58:41 AM
After finally returning to this thread I see that Beat Them at Their Own Game definitely encompasses this idea
Edited by OnyxLycan
The villain is revealed to be able to use the same power as the protagonist which negates their advantage/plot armor or is revealed to be able to bypass it or work around their signature ability/technique with an inverted version. Its not just that the antagonist is immune or has an ability which impedes the hero. It must be in direct relation to the hero's ability. This is also seen in reverse where the hero is able to utilize the power of the enemy.
Some examples: Jotaro having the same stand as Dio negating his time stop power advantage, Moriarty being able to pre-calculate a fight just like Sherlock, Beta Ray Bill being able to wield Mjolnir just as Thor can.
Edited by OnyxLycan