A new Iron Man has emerged, as Tony Stark faces off against his official successor. After over sixty years as Marvel’s Armored Avenger, Tony’s replacement has arrived in a big way.
Madame Masque’s AIM Just Created “The New Tony Stark”
Marvel recently released solicitation information for Iron Man #5, revealing that Tony will finally confront his dark replacement. Throughout Iron Man Volume 8, AIM has been attempting to create their own version of Tony Stark – now, they have succeeded. The outcome is the formidable “Advanced Iron Man.” The issue synopsis states:
ADVANCED IRON MAN ATTACKS! Madame Masque and A.I.M. have triumphed. They have unleashed their own battle armor crafted from new technology developed by the “new Tony Stark,” and now it seeks to eliminate the real Tony Stark. Tony must face his own fears before he can survive. But even if he escapes this encounter… he will witness the birth of his newest adversary!
Ryan Stegman’s cover depicts the new Advanced Iron Man cloaked in shadows, with armor appearing in yellow and black (AIM’s traditional colors), featuring red lights on the hands, legs, chest, and eyes. Meanwhile, Tony is portrayed battered and with his armor torn apart, while his opponent remains unscathed. But who is inside the armor?
Iron Man #5 is created by Joshua Williamson and Carmen Carnero.
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