Daredevil #202

Daredevil #202, published by Marvel Comics in January 1984, was crafted during a pivotal period for the character. It was written by Denny O'Neil, who had taken over the title following the seminal run of Frank Miller. The issue features interior art by Luke McDonnell and Terry Austin, maintaining the darker, grittier tone that had defined the series throughout the early 1980s as the character transitioned away from his more traditional superhero roots.

The narrative follows the thematic evolution of Matt Murdock as he grapples with the fallout of complex street-level crime. O'Neil's writing sought to balance the inherent drama of Murdock's dual life with the high-stakes action expected of the era. The cover art, rendered by David Mazzucchelli, reflects the stylistic shift toward more atmospheric and noir-inspired visuals that would eventually become the hallmark of the celebrated Daredevil run that followed.