Luke Cage week Part 4

Before Riggs and Murtaugh. Before Tango and Cash. Before Lee and Carter. Before so many of the unique buddy pairings we've seen on page and screen, there was Luke Cage and Danny Rand -- Power Man & Iron Fist. The heroes for hire could not have more different backgrounds. Luke was raised in Harlem, N.Y., and has steel-hard skin and enhanced strength. Danny was raised in the mystical land of K'un-L'un and is an expert martial-artist with a powerful punch.

Marvel Comics brought these two characters together in Power Man #48 and one of the most iconic superhero duos ever was born. Luke and Danny became fast friends, formed the superhero detective agency Heroes for Hire, Inc., and have gone on to appear in numerous comics alongside one another. With an Iron Fist series coming to Netflix in 2017, don't be surprised if Danny makes an appearance in an episode or two of Luke Cage when that highly anticipated series drops this Friday, Sept. 30. Before you binge on Luke, let's take a look at some Power Man and Iron Fist collectibles.

Power Man #48, Marvel Comics (1977)

Power Man #48 by Marvel Comics

Power Man and Iron Fist meet for the first time (and duke it out) in this key issue from 1977. An important issue for any Power Man fan, Power Man #48 also features detective Misty Knight, who will play an important role in the upcoming Netflix series (actress Simone Missick has already earned raves for her performance as Knight). Want a little icing on the cake? The issue is drawn by legendary comic book artist John Byrne. The comic runs about $30-$50, depending on grade.

Power Man and Iron Fist #50, Marvel Comics (1978)

Power Man and Iron Fist #50 by Marvel Comics

Power Man was officially retitled to Power Man and Iron Fist with this pivotal issue #50. Also drawn by Byrne (with assists from Dan Green), issue #50 brings Danny and Luke together as an inseparable team. At the time, Marvel didn't realize the pairing would be stronger than ever 35 years later. The issue goes for $50-$75, depending on grade.

Power Man & Iron Fist two-pack, Hasbro (2010)

Power Man and Iron Fist figures by Hasbro

This Marvel's Greatest Battles Comic Packs release from Hasbro features Power Man and Iron Fist in 3.75 inch figure form. The twofer includes a reprint of Power Man and Iron Fist #79 and goes for about $40-$50 on eBay or at a toy show.