Daredevil #1

Daredevil number one was published by Marvel Comics in April 1964, emerging during the period often described as the Marvel Age of Comics. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Bill Everett, the title introduced Matt Murdock, a lawyer blinded by radioactive waste who developed heightened senses and a drive for justice. The character was designed to fill a gap in Marvel's expanding roster, offering a hero who grappled with both his physical disability and the moral complexities of the legal system.

The visual design of the character, particularly the original yellow and black costume, was heavily influenced by Everett, who had previously created Sub-Mariner. While the initial aesthetic was somewhat experimental, the book sought to balance traditional superhero action with the noir-inspired, urban grit that would later define the character's legacy. Upon its release, the issue was received as a solid addition to the Marvel lineup, though it would take several years and further creative input from artists like Wally Wood before the character's signature red suit and tone were firmly established.