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Creation & Design

The Hand was created by Frank Miller as a group of mystical ninjas in the Daredevil series, drawing inspiration from Japanese folklore and martial arts.

Early Years

Initially introduced as adversaries to Daredevil, The Hand quickly became a significant part of the Marvel Universe, often clashing with heroes like Wolverine and Elektra.

Character Development

Over the years, The Hand has evolved from a mere group of villains to a complex organization with deep ties to the mystical and supernatural elements of the Marvel Universe.

Cultural Reception

The Hand has been well-received as a formidable foe in the Marvel Universe, often praised for their depth and connection to martial arts lore.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
First Appearance:
Daredevil #174
Species:
Human
Gender:
Unknown
Affiliations:
Ninja, Super Villains, Various Marvel Characters
Abilities:
Martial Arts Mastery, Stealth, Immortality (through resurrection)
Equipment:
Ninja Weapons, Mystical Artifacts
Weight:
0
Height:
0' 0"
Eye Color:
Unknown
Hair Color:
Unknown

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Daredevil #174
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Daredevil #174
 
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1st team appearance of The Hand, an ancient order of assassins: Genin, Kirigi, The Jonin

3rd appearance of Elektra

Elektra: Assassin #1
Epic ⋅ 1986
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Elektra: Assassin #1
 
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First solo titled limited series featuring Elektra

Origin of Elektra

1st appearance of the Beast of the Hand

Uncanny X-Men #255
Marvel ⋅ 1989
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Uncanny X-Men #255
 
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1st appearance of Matsu'o Tsurayaba, a Japanese crimelord

Daredevil #112
Marvel ⋅ 2008
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Daredevil #112
 
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2nd appearance of Lady Bullseye

1st appearance of Master Izo, a founding member of the Hand

Psylocke #1
2nd Print ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2010
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Psylocke #1
 
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Variant second printing cover art by Harvey Tolibao

Wraparound cover depicting Psylocke battling The Hand

X-Force #13
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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X-Force #13
 
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Chapter 4: X of Swords

1st cover appearance and origin of Solem

1st appearance of the Hell Bride of the Hand

Daredevil: Woman Without Fear #3
Marvel ⋅ 2022
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Daredevil: Woman Without Fear #3
 
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Debut of the Punisher's, warlord of The Hand emblem, in full, briefly seen in Timeless #1

1st appearance of the Archpriestess of the Hand

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