Daredevil-168
Major Key

Daredevil #168

Marvel · 1981

WHY THIS ISSUE IS KEY

First appearance of Elektra and start of Frank Miller's defining era.

ISSUE GUIDE

Why this comic matters

The story brings Daredevil and Elektra into a new conflict or turning point while introducing the character, team or concept identified in the key milestone above. The adventure establishes the newcomer’s role, abilities or relationship to the existing cast without revealing the later consequences.

KEY FACTS

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PublisherMarvel
Publication year1981
Key classificationMajor Key
CharactersDaredevil, Elektra
COLLECTOR CONTEXT

Collector significance

As a major key, the issue is notable for the milestone recorded above and is the kind of comic collectors often identify by the event, debut or change it contains. Collector interest can vary significantly by printing, edition, condition and grade, so this guide does not assign a market value.

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MOVIE CONNECTIONS

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