Marvel's Iron Fist: 10 Spoiler Free Reactions To First Six Episodes

3. Colleen Wing Is The Real Hero

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Speaking of Colleen Wing, it must be said that, of the newcomers to Netflix's corner of the MCU, she's the star.

Much like with Finn Jones, there were reservations over Jessica Henwick's casting, given how abysmal the Sand Snakes are in Game of Thrones.

However, in the first half of the season, indeed from its earliest moments, she removes any lingering doubts about her ability to play the daughter of the dragon.

Wing is a tough, courageous, and intelligent character, and eminently more watchable than Rand. So far, she's even a more convincing martial artist than he is.

It's a shame that she's relegated to the role of his sidekick, but still manages to do a lot with it. Her cage fights are the stronger action sequences, and while Rand is the main hero, she's the character it's easier to relate to and find yourself rooting for.

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