Daredevil (Vol 1 1964) Issues 151-200
Daredevil, Issues 151-200, represents a pivotal era with the contributions of writers Roger McKenzie & Frank Miller, alongside artists like Gene Colan, Miller himself, and Klaus Janson. Miller's tenure notably revolutionized the series, introducing a darker, more complex narrative style. He created iconic characters such as Elektra, a deadly assassin and love interest; Stick, the mysterious blind mentor who trains Matt Murdock; and The Hand, a nefarious ninja clan that became central to many of Miller's plots. The artwork, particularly with Miller's bold lines & Janson's impactful inking, matched the intensity and depth of the storytelling, enhancing the series gritty, urban feel. Key Issues include;
#153 - 1st appearance of Ben Urich
#158 - 1st Frank Miller artwork on Daredevil, Origin & death of Death-Stalker
#159 - Classic Frank Miller cover art featuring Bullseye
#167 - 1st appearance & death of the Mauler
#168 - 1st appearance & origin of Elektra, 1st Frank Miller solo writing on Daredevil
#169 - 2nd appearance of Elektra
#170 - 1st appearance of Kingpin in Daredevil (Wilson Fisk)
#171 - 1st Daredevil vs Kingpin battle
#174 - 1st team appearance of The Hand (Genin, Kirigi, The Jonin), 3rd appearance of Elektra
#176 - 1st appearance of Stick
#178 - 1st meeting of Daredevil and the Heroes For Hire (Luke Cage & Iron Fist)
#179 - Classic Frank Miller Elektra cover art
#181 - Death of Elektra
#183 - 1st Daredevil vs Punisher battle
#189 - Death of Stick
#190 - Elektra resurrection & origin
#196 - 1st Daredevil & Wolverine team-up
#197 - 1st appearance of Yuriko Oyama (later Lady Deathstrike)
