Dark Reign: The List - Daredevil #1 (One-Shot)

refers to Norman Osborn's hit list and next is Daredevil. Writer Diggle uses this book as issue #500.5 by filling the gap between Daredevil #500 (posted in Avaxhome by yours truly) and Daredevil #501. This issue not only gives us the rationale for why Daredevil is on Osborn's list, but it also advances the storylines on the regular series -- a novel concept and one certain to anger continuity-conscious collectors, but the effectiveness cannot be ignored. This issue pits the original Bullseye against Daredevil for the bajillionth time, but makes it feel fresh and electric. Diggle sets the Kingpin's plans in motion and gives Daredevil new motivation and purpose. With twenty-six pages of story, seven pages of preview from Daredevil #501, and three pages of sketch material, is well-conceived and brilliantly executed.

After the shocking events of DAREDEVIL 500, Norman Osborn’s eyes turn to Hell’s Kitchen – and he doesn’t like what he sees. Now Osborn dispatches the only assassin he can rely on to kill Daredevil – Bullseye – but all is not as it seems. It’s a fight that’s been brewing for years…featuring the DAREDEVIL debut of writer Andy Diggle, and the superstar talents of artist Billy Tan! Plus, a preview of Daredevil #501, Andy Diggle's first issue of DD, and character designs! Written by: Andy Diggle; Art by: Billy Tan --

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