The Misery Chick

“The Misery Chick” was the thirteenth and last episode of the first season of Daria. It first aired on MTV on July 21, 1997.

"The Misery Chick" was written by Glenn Eichler.

Summary
Former Lawndale High football star Tommy Sherman returns to have a goal post named in his honor. He meets Brittany Taylor, whom he propositions; Kevin Thompson and Mack Mackenzie, whom he insults; and Daria and Jane who return his contempt. In reply to Daria, whose scorn is especially withering, Tommy Sherman calls her "one of those misery chicks, always moping about what a cruel world it is." He then leaves them for the official naming of the goal post, which collapses on him and kills him. Immediately afterward, Daria finds herself the object of much unwanted attention for her insights on what are variously categorized by others as into "the dark side of life" (Timothy O'Neill) and "depressing stuff." (Kevin Thompson) Chafing at this misperception, Daria tries several times to speak to Jane, who avoids her.

“The Misery Chick” and Fanfic
Events from this story were used in the John Lane story, Killing a Legend by Richard Lobinske.

Alternate Universe Versions of “The Misery Chick”

 * "Deus Jane" by The Angst Guy
 * "Killing a Legend" by Richard Lobinske