In a strategic move that highlights the growing trend of collectible comic book variants, acclaimed writer Stephanie Phillips and artist Lee Garbett are set to debut their highly anticipated Daredevil #1 in February 2026, introducing an innovative blind bag feature that promises to entice collectors and fans alike.
Last month Bleeding Cool reported that Stephanie Phillips and Lee Garbett were collaborating on a new title for Marvel Comics. This announcement confirms that the duo will launch a new Daredevil #1, featuring a blind bag—a highly sought-after format within the comic collecting community.
DAREDEVIL #1
Written by STEPHANIE PHILLIPS
Art and Cover by LEE GARBETT
Foil Variant Cover by RYAN STEGMAN
Variant Cover by ROSE BESCH
Virgin Variant Cover by ROSE BESCH
Variant Cover by GABRIELE DELL’OTTO
Variant Cover by ALEX MALEEV
Variant Cover by DAN PANOSIAN
Variant Cover by JOE QUESADA
Variant Cover by PABLO VILLALOBOS
Variant Cover by DANIEL WARREN JOHNSON
250th Homage Variant Cover by GREG LAND
Bicentennial Calendar Hidden Gem Variant Cover by SAL BUSCEMA
Blank Variant Cover
Marvel Television Variant Cover
Virgin Blind Bag Exclusive Variant Cover by DAN PANOSIAN
Virgin Blind Bag Exclusive Variant Cover by DANIEL WARREN JOHNSON
Marvel Rivals Blind Bag Exclusive Variant Cover by NETEASE GAMES
True Believers Blind Bag (which may contain these covers found only in the Blind Bags: Virgin Blind Bag Exclusive Variant Cover by DAN PANOSIAN, Virgin Blind Bag Exclusive Variant Cover by DANIEL WARREN JOHNSON, Marvel Rivals Blind Bag Exclusive Variant Cover by NETEASE GAMES or rare Blind Bag Exclusive Variant Covers by SURPRISE CONTRIBUTORS
YOU CAN BURY THE BODIES, BUT NEVER THE GHOSTS!
Hell’s Kitchen is full of secrets – but no secret stays buried for long! A fearsome new super villain named OMEN has targeted MATT MURDOCK, forcing his alter-ego DAREDEVIL to confront dire new challenges. As this mysterious foe complicates Matt’s life, a new world unfolds for the character that storied fans of the franchise have yet to witness.
As Phillips and Garbett take the reins, they aim to reshape Daredevil’s narrative for contemporary audiences, enticing both new readers and loyal fans. The storyline sees Matt Murdock navigating life as a law professor while undertaking the mantle of Daredevil, facing a formidable adversary in Omen.
“I’m taking on one of my favorite characters with one of my favorite artists, and together we’re exploring Daredevil’s noir sensibilities,” Phillips expressed. “Lee Garbett brings so much style and emotion to every page, and I couldn’t ask for a better partner to bring this version of Daredevil to life.”
Garbett echoed her enthusiasm, stating, “I couldn’t be more excited to be working with Stephanie Phillips on Daredevil. We came into the project together, with a genuine love of the character and a clear vision for the book. Steph has absolutely nailed the tone and heart of Daredevil’s world. Every beat feels authentic and DD at its purest – but we’ve got fresh ideas and some big surprises in store!”
With this release, DAREDEVIL #1 will constitute the second Marvel title to be sold in a TRUE BELIEVERS BLIND BAG, following the upcoming Ultimate Endgame #1. The blind bag initiative provides fans with sealed packages that may include special variant covers, some exclusive to this format and unreleased elsewhere, enhancing the collectible appeal of this launch. Collectors should pay attention as Ultimate Endgame #1 arrives on December 31, shedding light on what fans can expect from this new offering.
Based on reporting by https://www.facebook.com/richard.james.johnston. Read the full story at https://bleedingcool.com/comics/stephanie-phillips-lee-garbett-launch-daredevil-1-with-blind-bags/.