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Sons of the Tiger
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Creation & Design

The Sons of the Tiger were created during the martial arts craze of the 1970s, reflecting the popularity of kung fu films and the growing interest in Asian culture in Western media.

Early Years

They first appeared in the 'Deadly Hands of Kung Fu' series, which was dedicated to martial arts stories and characters, showcasing their skills and adventures.

Character Development

Over the years, the Sons of the Tiger have evolved from simple martial arts heroes to complex characters with rich backstories, often intersecting with larger Marvel storylines and characters.

Cultural Reception

The Sons of the Tiger were well-received for their unique blend of martial arts and superhero elements, appealing to fans of both genres.

Character Details

Real Name:
None
First Appearance:
Deadly Hands of Kung-Fu #1
Aliases:
Sons of the Tiger
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Shang-Chi, Iron Fist, The Hand
Abilities:
Martial Arts Mastery, Enhanced Reflexes, Superhuman Strength
Equipment:
Tiger Amulet
Weight:
N/A
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
N/A
Hair Color:
N/A

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Deadly Hands of Kung-Fu #1
Marvel ⋅ 1974
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Deadly Hands of Kung-Fu #1
 
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$8
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$18
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$60

Key Facts

4th appearance and origin of Shang-Chi

1st team appearance of Sons of the Tiger: Bob Diamond, Black Tiger, Lin Sun

Deadly Hands of Kung-Fu #19
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Deadly Hands of Kung-Fu #19
 
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$30
Mid
$90
High
$300

Key Facts

1st appearance of White Tiger, the first Puerto Rican superhero in comic book history and the first Latino superhero created by Marvel

Hector Ayala briefly appears in costume after finding the Amulets of Power discarded by the Sons of the Tiger

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