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The hidden secrets of the Daredevil Netflix Series
The Daredevil Netflix series is amazing all on its own (See our spoiler free review HERE) but it also is riddled with tiny details that many may not notice. Details that are references to other characters, Marvel projects and even foreshadowing for the future of the series.
Lets go through these!
Spoilers:
The Boxing Gym:
The first major Easter Eggs occur during the second episode of Daredevil called the Cutman. In the boxing gym we see Jack Murdock (Daredevil's father) talking to a character known as the Fixer. The Fixer is a known criminal in the comics. We also see the name Barton in the background of the walls of the gym, this is a reference to Clint Barton aka Hawkeye on the Avengers.
The biggest reference is that Jack Murdock is set to battle Carl "Crusher" Creel who will later be known as the Absorbing Man. The Absorbing Man has also appeared in episodes of Agents of SHIELD.
Ben Ulrich's Office:
On the wall of Ben Ulrich's office are some interesting headlines.
Harlem Terror, Battle of NY, and Finally Busted.
Harlem Terror has a picture of the Hulk on it. This is a reference to Hulk's battle with Abomination in the film Incredible Hulk. When I first saw this I thought it could also reference the Luke Cage villain known as Mr. Fish. Mr Fish is certainly a Harlem Terror! Mr Fish was created by Bill Mantlo who also created Rocket Raccoon. It would have been neat for them to bring him into the MCU. However, looking closely at the picture I am positive it references the Hulk.
The Battle of NY references the Chitauri invasion and subsequent battle with the Avengers in the film the Avengers.
Finally Busted - likely references the crack down on one of the early crime figures in Marvel's NYC.
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The China Connection:
Madame Gao at first seems to be the leader of the Chinese Triads in Fisk's criminal network. However there are a variety of reasons to believe she is more than a simple old lady. In fact I believe her to be a specific, and powerful Marvel character that has close ties to the Marvel hero Iron Fist.
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A few facts on Madame Gao:
The Owl
Leland Owlsley is a character through out the season. However, he never has a chance to truly become the comic version of the Owl. At one point Fisk's armorer costume manMelvin Potter makes Owlsley a suit that begins to look vaguely like his comic counterpart. Maybe in the next series either Leland or his son could appear as the Owl.
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Sticks and Stones
In the episode "Stick" we are introduced to the MCU version of Stick. This version of Stick trained Matthew Murdock / Daredevil to be a warrior just like his comic counterpart. We also learn that he is battling the Hand as part of his group the Chaste. He assassinates a boy who is called the Black Sky. Black Sky is referred to as a weapon of the Hand. In the end of the episode Stick is talking to Stone a fellow member of the Chaste.
Stone asks if Murdock will be ready when the Gate is opened.
A few thoughts on this episode.
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Blacksky - I do not know what the Black Sky is/was. One thought is that he could be a resurrected warrior. There is some precedence of this amongst the Hand/Chaste. At one point the Chaste protect a child who they believe contains the soul of the resurrected Stick. One warrior of the Hand he could is Kirigi the undying.
The Gate - This could refer to the coming of the 7 heavenly cities to Earth. Cities like Kun Lun return to Earth every 10 years. Potentially, Stick and Stone are looking for a warrior to become the Iron Fist and they are unaware of the existence of Danny Rand.
Nobu and the Hand
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Nobu is introduced as being the representative of the Yakuza. However, it is revealed that he is actually a representative of the evil ninja group called the Hand. Nobu himself is shown to be a very capable ninja warrior.
Nobu is definitely a ninja, could he be the famous Hand warrior Kirigi the undying? If he is Kirigi he could return to life in the next season.
Melvin Potter the Gladiator
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Melvin Potter is introduced as a man who is skilled at creating armored suits for the Kingpin Wilson Fisk. Daredevil shows up the show where the two battle. At the end of the fight Melvin reveals that he simply does not want Fisk to hurt someone he loves. In the end he agrees to use his skills to create Daredevil his first real costume.
A couple more things on Melvin. He is one of the first villains faced by Daredevil in the comics but later reforms. It seems that this Melvin has already reformed. In his work shot there are what appears to be long legs. Could these long legs be the future costume of the super villain called Stilt-Man. While Stilt-Man may sound a bit silly he is one of Daredevil's longest lasting foes. He appeared way back Daredevil #8 and continues to battle Daredevil to this day. He uses a hardened suit of armor combined with telescopic legs to pull off heists.
SWAT Bullseye:
An assassin is hired by Fisk to frame to Daredevil for shooting police officers. This man is shown as having a playing card in his gun bag. This is likely a sign that the man is in fact the card loving psychopath, Bullseye.
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The Greek Coed:
During the Foggy Nelson and Matthew Murdock college flash back Foggy mentions a Greek girl. This girl apparently had a relationship with Matthew Murdock. This is a reference to one of Daredevil's most famous romantic relationships the one with Elektra Natchios. Elektra is also trained by Murdock's sensei Stick. She however is kicked out of the Chaste warrior order due to darkness in her heart. She ends up becoming a successful assassin of the Hand ninjas. Look for Elektra to show up in a future series.
Locations:
One other great thing about the Daredevil series is that it is filmed in New York City so the backdrops we see are real. The show also showcases many of the famous locations in the comic like Josie's Bar, and the Office of Nelson & Murdock. These are locations within the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood that Daredevil is famous for protecting.
St Agnes Orphanage:
Was the Orphanage that Matthew Murdock went into as a child the same as the one that Skye from Agents of SHIELD went to? Its possible.
THE Big Ol' Glossary of Daredevil Facts:
All Daredevil and Defenders Saga News!
Review of Daredevil Netflix Series
Avengers News
Who are the Chaste?
Who is Daredevil?
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Elektra
Black Widow
Stick
Daredevil
Shaft
Stone
Master Izo
Kirigi
The Absorbing Man
Hawkeye
Hulk
The Hand
Luke Cage
Jessica Jones
Chaste
Who is The Owl aka Leland Owlsley
Who is Elektra?
Who is the Kingpin?
Who is Bullseye?
Who is Stilt-Man?
Who is Mother Crane?
Steel Serpent
Mr Fish
Who is Gladiator aka Melvin Potter?
Hell's Kitchen.
Who is Mysterio
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The hidden secrets of the Daredevil Netflix Series
The Daredevil Netflix series is amazing all on its own (See our spoiler free review HERE) but it also is riddled with tiny details that many may not notice. Details that are references to other characters, Marvel projects and even foreshadowing for the future of the series.
Lets go through these!
Spoilers:
The Boxing Gym:
The first major Easter Eggs occur during the second episode of Daredevil called the Cutman. In the boxing gym we see Jack Murdock (Daredevil's father) talking to a character known as the Fixer. The Fixer is a known criminal in the comics. We also see the name Barton in the background of the walls of the gym, this is a reference to Clint Barton aka Hawkeye on the Avengers.
The biggest reference is that Jack Murdock is set to battle Carl "Crusher" Creel who will later be known as the Absorbing Man. The Absorbing Man has also appeared in episodes of Agents of SHIELD.
Ben Ulrich's Office:
On the wall of Ben Ulrich's office are some interesting headlines.
Harlem Terror, Battle of NY, and Finally Busted.
Harlem Terror has a picture of the Hulk on it. This is a reference to Hulk's battle with Abomination in the film Incredible Hulk. When I first saw this I thought it could also reference the Luke Cage villain known as Mr. Fish. Mr Fish is certainly a Harlem Terror! Mr Fish was created by Bill Mantlo who also created Rocket Raccoon. It would have been neat for them to bring him into the MCU. However, looking closely at the picture I am positive it references the Hulk.
The Battle of NY references the Chitauri invasion and subsequent battle with the Avengers in the film the Avengers.
Finally Busted - likely references the crack down on one of the early crime figures in Marvel's NYC.
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
The China Connection:
Madame Gao at first seems to be the leader of the Chinese Triads in Fisk's criminal network. However there are a variety of reasons to believe she is more than a simple old lady. In fact I believe her to be a specific, and powerful Marvel character that has close ties to the Marvel hero Iron Fist.
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
A few facts on Madame Gao:
- Madame Gao reveals to Owlsley that she is going home. He asks her if she means China and shes says "Considerably farther."
- Madame Gao also tells Fisk that she can speak ALL languages fluently.
- She is able to down Daredevil with a single blow
- She has followers that are so cultishly loyal to her that they blind themselves
- The drug she uses is called Still Dragon and uses the Steel Serpent symbol
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| Madame Gao's drug uses the Steel Serpent symbol |
The Owl
Leland Owlsley is a character through out the season. However, he never has a chance to truly become the comic version of the Owl. At one point Fisk's armorer costume manMelvin Potter makes Owlsley a suit that begins to look vaguely like his comic counterpart. Maybe in the next series either Leland or his son could appear as the Owl.
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
Sticks and Stones
In the episode "Stick" we are introduced to the MCU version of Stick. This version of Stick trained Matthew Murdock / Daredevil to be a warrior just like his comic counterpart. We also learn that he is battling the Hand as part of his group the Chaste. He assassinates a boy who is called the Black Sky. Black Sky is referred to as a weapon of the Hand. In the end of the episode Stick is talking to Stone a fellow member of the Chaste.
Stone asks if Murdock will be ready when the Gate is opened.
A few thoughts on this episode.
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
Blacksky - I do not know what the Black Sky is/was. One thought is that he could be a resurrected warrior. There is some precedence of this amongst the Hand/Chaste. At one point the Chaste protect a child who they believe contains the soul of the resurrected Stick. One warrior of the Hand he could is Kirigi the undying.
The Gate - This could refer to the coming of the 7 heavenly cities to Earth. Cities like Kun Lun return to Earth every 10 years. Potentially, Stick and Stone are looking for a warrior to become the Iron Fist and they are unaware of the existence of Danny Rand.
Nobu and the Hand
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
Nobu is introduced as being the representative of the Yakuza. However, it is revealed that he is actually a representative of the evil ninja group called the Hand. Nobu himself is shown to be a very capable ninja warrior.
Nobu is definitely a ninja, could he be the famous Hand warrior Kirigi the undying? If he is Kirigi he could return to life in the next season.
Melvin Potter the Gladiator
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
Melvin Potter is introduced as a man who is skilled at creating armored suits for the Kingpin Wilson Fisk. Daredevil shows up the show where the two battle. At the end of the fight Melvin reveals that he simply does not want Fisk to hurt someone he loves. In the end he agrees to use his skills to create Daredevil his first real costume.
A couple more things on Melvin. He is one of the first villains faced by Daredevil in the comics but later reforms. It seems that this Melvin has already reformed. In his work shot there are what appears to be long legs. Could these long legs be the future costume of the super villain called Stilt-Man. While Stilt-Man may sound a bit silly he is one of Daredevil's longest lasting foes. He appeared way back Daredevil #8 and continues to battle Daredevil to this day. He uses a hardened suit of armor combined with telescopic legs to pull off heists.
SWAT Bullseye:
An assassin is hired by Fisk to frame to Daredevil for shooting police officers. This man is shown as having a playing card in his gun bag. This is likely a sign that the man is in fact the card loving psychopath, Bullseye.
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
The Greek Coed:
During the Foggy Nelson and Matthew Murdock college flash back Foggy mentions a Greek girl. This girl apparently had a relationship with Matthew Murdock. This is a reference to one of Daredevil's most famous romantic relationships the one with Elektra Natchios. Elektra is also trained by Murdock's sensei Stick. She however is kicked out of the Chaste warrior order due to darkness in her heart. She ends up becoming a successful assassin of the Hand ninjas. Look for Elektra to show up in a future series.
Locations:
One other great thing about the Daredevil series is that it is filmed in New York City so the backdrops we see are real. The show also showcases many of the famous locations in the comic like Josie's Bar, and the Office of Nelson & Murdock. These are locations within the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood that Daredevil is famous for protecting.
St Agnes Orphanage:
Was the Orphanage that Matthew Murdock went into as a child the same as the one that Skye from Agents of SHIELD went to? Its possible.
THE Big Ol' Glossary of Daredevil Facts:
All Daredevil and Defenders Saga News!
Review of Daredevil Netflix Series
Avengers News
Who are the Chaste?
Who is Daredevil?
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
Elektra
Black Widow
Stick
Daredevil
Shaft
Stone
Master Izo
Kirigi
The Absorbing Man
Hawkeye
Hulk
The Hand
Luke Cage
Jessica Jones
Chaste
Who is The Owl aka Leland Owlsley
Who is Elektra?
Who is the Kingpin?
Who is Bullseye?
Who is Stilt-Man?
Who is Mother Crane?
Steel Serpent
Mr Fish
Who is Gladiator aka Melvin Potter?
Hell's Kitchen.
Who is Mysterio