Marvel Comics have announced a new five-issue “Iron Fist” series, written by Alyssa Wong (“Star Wars: Doctor Aphra”), with art by Marvel newcomer Michael YG. The series follows up on this year’s “Iron Fist: Heart of the Dragon,” which ended with Danny Rand giving up his powers to save the Seven Capital Cities of Heaven. It will introduce a new Iron Fist combating demon attacks across the globe, whose identity Danny will have to uncover, and determine if “his power really come[s] from the Dragon of K’un-Lun,” or “from something far more sinister.”
Wong said, “It’s an incredible honor to introduce a new Iron Fist to the Marvel Universe. I’m excited to delve into the comic’s rich mythos and build on it. What does it mean for someone to take up the mantle of the Iron Fist right now, today? As a newcomer, how does one interact with legacy, and how does one honor it while forging a new path? I’m so stoked to work with artist Michael YG, colorist Jay Ramos, and the rest of the incredible team on this book. And writing this character, who views things through fresh eyes, feels very special to me.”
Rand’s apparent successor was designed by Jim Cheung. Michael YG stated, “Working for Marvel is a dream come true, yet it was beyond any dream to be trusted to carry the legacy of Iron Fist. It is such an exciting new direction, I can’t wait for you to read all about it because I’m giving nothing less than my best efforts!” Editor Mark Paniccia added, “The first issue is a dynamic, action-packed, eerie and… if I do say, charming comic. You’ll get the origin of this new Iron Fist but there are many cool mysteries that’ll unravel over the course of the series. Things even the most ardent Marvel fan would never expect!”
The new “Iron Fist” #1, and its Immortal Weapon of K’un-Lun, hits comic book stores on February 16.
