Iron Fist #1

This was an excellent first issue and everyone involved deserves a huge pat on the back. Iron Fist has had some mediocre series in his tenure as a hero, but this one is off to a great start. Ed Brissons script and the art by Mike Perkins and Andy Troy will leave you wanting more as you finish this strong introduction. Read Full Review

Danny Rand has lost the power of the Iron Fist in the new Marvel Comic by Ed Brisson, Mike Perkins, and Andy Troy. Dark, gritty, and hard hitting, this new volume of Iron Fist takes Danny Rand down a dark and violent path. This first issue shows a great deal of promise for the future. Read Full Review

With so many new series coming out there has to be something that makes a book standout among all the rest. This books unique take on the fallen hero is outstanding and is an absolute must read. I highly recommend you pick this one up as its already proving to be an incredible series. Read Full Review

I like this new start for Iron Fist a lot - kudos to writer Ed Brisson for the new direction, and to artist Mike Perkins for a gritty, high-energy approach to the visuals. Read Full Review

This tale is a dark, moody and action filled romp as Danny searches for opponents to test his mettle. Brisson creates a story that fits perfectly into the life of Iron Fist, and is a great companion series to the Netflix series that hit Netflix. We get a different view of Danny, and we see the path he is going down is going to be filled with violence and wonder. The way this issue ends sets up a fantastic storyline that is guaranteed to bring more amazing fighters in the Marvel Universe to the forefront. I highly recommend this debut issue of Iron Fist, and I cant wait for the second issue to drop. Read Full Review

Danny Rand struggles to find a fighter challenging enough to re-ignite the power of the Iron Fist. Writer Ed Brisson delivers a compelling first issue in IRON FIST #1. Artwork done by Mike Perkins is exceptionally appealing to the eye. Colorist Andy Troy's use of dark and bright colors add to the overall enjoyment of the issue. Read Full Review

Brisson keeps things pretty low key and tells a story that seems very real of a fallen hero on a downward spiral and it's a very good way to start an arc. It's not classic Iron Fist, it's darker in tone and deeper in texture than the source material but, maybe that's just what this series needs to stay relevant and rid itself of its racist undertones. Read Full Review

This first issue of the latest story arc is not up to that standard, but as yet it is early days. Read Full Review

Danny is moody and so is his environment, and how the team works together to portray this could mean they are on to something. There may not have been major surprises, but there is an undercurrent for this story that plays on a different kind of human grief. Read Full Review

Iron Fist #1 is a great entry into a new Iron Fist comic series and from the end of the first issue, it looks like it is going to be a long brutal road for Danny to get his power back. This first issue sets up the series nicely and has the reader looking forward to what new warriors Danny is going to meet in the future. If you Just try not to worry about the continuity or the larger marvel universe then Iron Fist #1 excels in putting together a fantastic start to a new series. Read Full Review

Although a bit formulaic, a well written story with exciting artwork makes Danny Rand's introduction a successful one. Read Full Review

Overall Iron Fist #1 offers just enough to make it an interesting read. Though the story seems to be going through the motions, in the beginning, I have a feeling things will pick up once Rand arrives on Liu-Shi. The art captures Bisson's tone accurately using lining and coloring to depict a dejected Iron Fist. The art also provides better fighting choreography than the show but to be fair that isn't saying much. Read Full Review

In sum, if you're looking for something to cleanse your palette of all the bad publicity that Iron Fist has been receiving, this is an excellent remedy. It is not perfect by any means, but it is fun and the start of what looks to be a great adventure. It'll be interesting to see where his journey takes him. It is certainly an exciting ride punctuated by bouts of sharp kung-fu fisticuffs and existential wandering. Read Full Review

This was a good start to this new series in my opinion. The art and the story move along effortlessly. And with the promise from the creative team at the end of the book of a 'gauntlet' of characters old and new up coming I definitely feel glad to be buying and reviewing Iron Fist. Read Full Review

Iron Fist #1 bucks the trend of laying everything about the main protagonist from the beginning. Instead, Ed Brisson begins Danny Rand's hero journey in a place where we will be discovering why Danny is in the state he is in over the course of the series. That mystery adds to a martial arts tournament that has the potential to be a stellar arc that brings in story elements normally seen in shonen mangas. Add in Mike Perkins always strong artwork and Iron Fist #1 is a comic book that fans of action series should pick up right away. Read Full Review

This is a good story that has the potential to really take Iron Fist on a journey of discovery that enhances the character overall. While there are some clich moments to be found, the overall story works as the beginning of a journey. The art is well done with great use of shadows throughout to signify the characters darker impulses taking hold. Read Full Review

A fine start to a new run on Iron Fist, which looks good and promises plenty of action to come. Read Full Review

Iron Fist #1 does a fantastic job of reintroducing us to the world of Danny Rand, as despite getting off to a bit of a slow start, the comic quickly shows the consequences of K'un Lun's destruction. The creative team also give us a product that is both new reader friendly, whilst also having enough to excite existing fans of the character. Read Full Review

The storyline might be a little simplistic, but Iron Fist #1 serves as a solid teaser for a fresh take on the character that looks to be a full-on kung fu action adventure. Read Full Review

The new Iron Fist comic has a nice kick-off to a potentially fun story about mystical kung fu, but it leans slightlytoo much into gritty realism. Read Full Review

Danny Rand can't seem to catch a break lately. This first issue is competently executed, but it pushes Iron Fist in a very generic and uninteresting direction. The lack of humor and the decision to downplay so many of the traditional trappings of the franchise only serve to dull the appeal of Iron Fist in the first place. Hopefully this issue isn't a sign of what to expect from the series as a whole. Read Full Review

What this comic lacks in originality it makes up for with stunning artwork. While the plot isn't groundbreaking the combination of Ed Brisson and Mike Perkins make Iron Fist a decent read with potential to be more. Read Full Review

Hot on the heels of his pilloried Netflix series, Iron Fist #1 is a story about an aimless and depressed warrior - and unfortunately, that feeling infects the entire narrative. Read Full Review

The Villain

May 01, 2017

Obviously once again. I'm not a fan of these comics that are released only to capitalize on the success of the Netflix show but I must admit that this issue is good. Its very well paced to start out and it looks like this could be a solid interesting arc. Danny Rand is experiences some hardship and needs some time to find his comfort zone again.

samizrozami

Mar 21, 2025

Actual peak

Tree Fingers

Mar 22, 2017

Great art and a strong introduction to the arc, I just find t a bit jarring having such different versions of the character (Power Man and Iron Fist vs this)

Jack's Yattering

Mar 23, 2017

Iron Fist is my FAVORITE Marvel character. Still, I was not looking forward to this title. I got the impression it was, yet, another hastily thrown together comic, editorially mandated to stick to the most basic and familiar aspects of the character for the express purpose of synchronicity...get it out there while the new, Netflix, show is fresh and able to generate interest and money. I still think that is the case. Surprisingly, however, I loved IRON FIST #1. It was well-written by Ed Brisson while Mike Perkins provided art that was both clean and gritty at the same time (like Danny Rand himself). The story seemed, understandably, a little generic as it was probably created with new, Netflix inspired, readers in mind...people with no knowledge of Iron Fist outside of the show. But, even this didn't detract from a great issue. I'm looking forward to this series, now. My one hope, going forward, is a return to Iron Fist's green costume. Hell, I'll take the red or white version of the costume. I just do not care for the Adidas jumpsuit-looking uniform that Kaare Andrews designed. SCORE: 8.6 more

joe

Mar 23, 2017

Good !

MKW69

Mar 24, 2017

Solid start for a new series starring my favorite martial artist in Marvel Universe.

CrazyforRAMU

Oct 31, 2017

Danny Rand struggles without K'un-Lun to anchor him. A super-ominous kung-fu tournament on a mystery island sounds like the perfect next step! There's some skill in the way Danny's gritty status quo is introduced, both visually and narratively. I have hopes for the future, but so far this title's fighting a severe case of decompression. This issue could have hit at least one more plot point without losing anything substantive.

Aric

Mar 23, 2017

A very good start, I'm very curious !

Rick Jonez

Mar 28, 2017

Slooow start. Low key. Depressing protagonist. Contrived chronology! >:( If not for the good art and the fact that I am very familiar with the character already it definitely would have got a much lower rating.

Gizmo

May 01, 2017

The art is dark and a bit rough, it feels rushed. The story is pretty interesting, Danny is losing his powers and struggling to cope with it, which gives an opportunity to expand on the character's mythology. The end leads me to believe that this arc is going to turn into Enter The Dragon/Mortal Kombat, I'm not sure how I feel about that.

daddyT

Mar 24, 2017

very ugly art... apparently he gets his powers from place Kun Lun.. but it has been destroyed while he was away and so he has no powers anymore? but he's searching for himself... goes to some fight club in Bulgaria or some shit... beats down all the fighters at once... and continues his quest... and he's also just going to dive bars drinking a lot.. finally some guy comes to pick a fight with him and is an actual challenge but the guy surrenders saying he is here to help him on his quest... but he has to come to some island and fight in their tournament... and he goes... ugly art, only mildly interesting... I will maybe give it another issue to grab me...