Elektra (character)

fictional character in Marvel Comics

Elektra Natchios, mainly referred to as Elektra, is a fictional character. She appears in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, appearing as the main protagonist of the titular comics, and a supporting character in the Daredevil comics. She was created by Frank Miller, and first appeared in Daredevil #168 in January of 1981.

Cosplayer as Elektra Natchios.

Fictional character biography

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She is known to be an on-and-off ally and love-interest of the vigilante of Hell's Kitchen, Daredevil. Elektra has peek athletic abilities, martial arts skills, enhanced agility, and a master assassin. She also has been a member of the Heroes for Hire, Code Red, Red Hulk's Thunderbolts, S.H.I.E.L.D., Savage Avengers and the Hand.

In other media

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Jennifer Garner portrayed Elektra in the movies Daredevil (2003) and Elektra (2005). Élodie Yung portrayed the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) television series Daredevil and The Defenders. Garner reprised her role in the movie Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).