intrepidity

The horror subgenre where death’s hand chooses a seemingly random victim has the potential to be invigorating because it reveals the intrepidity of the human spirit.

He was awarded the Medal of Honour for showing "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity" by staying behind and fighting North Korean soldiers who were closing in on his squad.

In a statement announcing the honor, the White House said Mr. Davis “distinguished himself by acts of gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty.”

Recipients now must distinguish themselves “by gallantry and intrepidity” at the risk of life beyond the call of duty.

What Morant is now doing is in your face, with plenty of moxie and several more doses of intrepidity.