Marvel Premiere #15 - Iron Fist - Marvel 1974 - CGC 7.0

Marvel Premiere #15 (Marvel, 1974) introduces readers to the mystic martial arts world of K’un-Lun and debuts one of Marvel’s most iconic street-level heroes—Iron Fist! In a gripping origin story filled with vengeance, discipline, and mysticism, Daniel Rand transforms from orphaned child to kung fu master in his first-ever appearance. This issue launched the career of a character who would become a cornerstone of Marvel’s martial arts and street-hero lineups for decades to come.

Key Features

• First appearance and origin of Iron Fist (Danny Rand)
  
• Beginning of Marvel’s martial arts comic wave in the 1970s
  
• Written by Roy Thomas with dynamic art by Gil Kane and Dick Giordano
  
• Bronze Age key issue and cornerstone for fans of street-level and mystical Marvel characters

Details

• Title: Marvel Premiere #15
  
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
  
• Grade: CGC 7.0 (Fine/Very Fine)
  
• Released: May 1974
  
• First Appearance: Iron Fist (Daniel Rand)
  
• Cover: Gil Kane/Dick Giordano
  
• Genre: Martial Arts, Superhero, Marvel Comics
  
• Collector's Note: As the first appearance of Iron Fist, this issue is a top-tier Bronze Age key with lasting appeal, especially following the character's adaption as a TV show and his renewed popularity in modern comics.

Why You'll Love It

• Debut of a Cult Hero: Witness the powerful and emotional origin of Iron Fist—Marvel’s premier martial arts hero with a mystical edge.
  
• Cultural Touchstone: Released at the height of martial arts popularity in pop culture, this issue helped launch an entire subgenre of Marvel storytelling.
  
• Creative Dream Team: Scripted by Roy Thomas and illustrated by Gil Kane, this issue blends high-impact action with deep emotional roots and slick storytelling.

CGC Cert #4486693002
Category:  Comic Book
Location: Back Graded Comic Wall