I guess you guys have a different definition of who he is then.
I'm not saying Darla didn't make him. He still exists because of her, gave him the ability to live forever. She made Angelus, they roamed together, he got a soul and went off on his own and sought redemption. Him being a good person really had nothing to do with her. The stench of his soul made her sick. That's why I think I enjoy Angelus and Darla more than Angel and Darla. Although Angel and Darla were very entertaining.
And I mean no offense to you guys. I'm just very protective of Angel and think he took what she gave him and made the best of it. I think he should fully get the credit of being such a good guy. He had some influence along the way but it really came down to what he wanted to do with it.
Spikes Angel -I love the pictures.