Comic books in 'Iron Man'

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. Armor Wars. Epilogue. "Intimate Enemies." Story by David Michelinie. Art by Barry Windsor-Smith and Bob Layton. In the aftermath of Iron Man's biggest epic adventure, Tony Stark struggles with the guilt of allowing his super technology to be stolen. He feels responsible for the innocents who have lost their lives because of his creations. It's a surreal adventure into the mind of the man behind the helmet. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. "Unholy Ghost!" Part 1 of 2. Story by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Art by Jackson Guice and Bob Layton. The Ghost is back, and this time not even Tony's armor can save him. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. "Ghost Righter!" Part 2 of 2. Story by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Art by Jackson Guice and Bob Layton. Iron Man has been turned into an intangible, for lack of a better word, ghost. Plus, witness the team-up you never thought you'd see as Shell Head and Justin Hammer's supper villains join forces to tackle a common enemy...the Ghost. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. "China See!" Part 1 of 2. Story by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Art by Denys Cowan and Bob Layton. It's the return of Iron Man's arch nemesis the Mandarin. And, this time the villain wants to fight Shell Head in one-on-one duel for the title and if Tony refuses...his friends die. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. "Master Blaster!" Part 2 of 2. Story by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Art by Alan Kupperberg and Bob Layton. It's Iron Man vs. one of his oldest foes, the Mandarin, and winner takes all. Plus, a shocking ending that will leave all of Tony's fans mouths agape. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. "Heartbeaten!" Tigra and Scott Lang (Ant Man) cameo. Story by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Art by Bob Layton and Barry Windsor-Smith. Tony Stark has been shot. While our hero clings to life watch as the supporting cast and world at large react to the terrible news. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. "Soliloquy in Silence!" Story by Bob Layton. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Harry Candelario. Iron Man welcomes back one time series artist John Romita, Jr. to the team. Iron Man returns to the satellite he once visited before (see Iron Man #217) to retrieve a weapon A.I.M. (Advanced Idea Mechanics) planned to use against him. Problem is the weapon just went off, and now Tony is trapped under tons of wreckage on board a derelict space satellite and he's running low on power. Will this be the end of the Golden Avenger? 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. "Retribution!" Story by Randall Frenz. Art by Rich Yanizeski, Jeff Alberecht, and Brad Vancata. It's a showdown in Japan as Iron Man confronts another armored menace, Samurai Steel. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. Armor Wars II. Part 2 of 9. "...Like All Secrets, Easily Revealed!" Story by John Byrne. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Bob Wiacek. The Mandarin begins to scheme behind the scenes. Meanwhile, the ghost of Titanium Man has come demanding retribution from the man who killed him, Iron Man. But, is this a vengeful spirit from beyond the grave or something far worse? 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. Armor Wars II. Part 4 of 9. Story by John Byrne. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Bob Wiacek. While, Tony lies helpless as the dead in his armor, his enemies continue to plot against him. Plus, the Mandarin continues his quest and awakens an ancient evil. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. "The Persistence of Memory!" Part 1 of 2. Story by John Byrne. Art by Paul Ryan and Bob Wiacek. The Mandarin, not content with just ruling China, makes plans to expand his empire. Plus, after a pitch battle with the criminal Vibro, Tony Stark reflects on how he came to be Iron Man. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant - #269 is the final issue of this series to receive the Mark Jewelers insert. "The Hollow Man!" Black Widow cameo. Story by John Byrne. Art by Paul Ryan and Bob Wiacek. Will Tony Stark have to do the unthinkable and confine himself to his Iron Man armor to save his life. Will this brilliant man's single greatest invention become his own prison? 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Marvel Custom Comics Reprint - Written by Roy Thomas. Art by Barry Smith and Jim Mooney. Cover by Gil Kane. These are difficult days for Tony Stark as many people around him are questioning the purpose of Iron Man following the death of Kevin O'Brien. However, after lengthy soul-searching, Tony decides he is not going to quit being Iron Man. Cover price $2.50.

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2002 reprint edition that originally came packaged with Iron Man from Marvel Legends series 1. This 36-page standard-size, full-color reprint comic came with the Marvel Legends action figures. Note: This reprint is dated 2002 in the indica and contains new advertising and other changes so that it cannot be easily confused with the original comic.

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Reprint. "NOT FOR RESALE" on bottom, left corner; no cover price. This 36-page standard-size, full-color reprint comic came with the Marvel Legends action figures. Note: This reprint has no indica and contains new advertising and other changes so that it cannot be easily confused with the original comic.

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Reprint of Iron Man (1st Series) #281. Originally came packaged w/ Marvel Legends: War Machine Series 9 (Galactus Series) action figure. Black border; "NOT FOR RESALE" on bottom left corner. Cover price $1.25.

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Reprint edition that originally came packaged with Hulk Buster Iron Man from Marvel Legends series 11 (Legendary Riders Series). Iron Man vs. Hulk. Cover price $1.50.

National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. "In This Hour of Earthdoom!" Story by Gerry Conway. Art by Don Heck and Jim Mooney. Cover by Marie Severin and Sal Buscema. Iron Man lies seriously wounded after his battle against Ramrod. Tony's transplanted heart is failing, and only Kevin O'Brien can save him! Meanwhile, Ramrod and his master, the Foreman, are still planning to destroy the Earth. The Foreman has also captured Marianne. It may take a miracle for Shell-head to emerge victorious on this day. 32 pages Cover price $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. "The Claws of the Slasher!" Story by Gerry Conway. Art by George Tuska and Jim Mooney. Tony Stark and Marianne Rodgers take a business trip to Washington D.C., where Iron Man encounters two new villains: Demetrius and the Slasher. Also, who is the mysterious Mister Kline? Meanwhile, Marianne appears to be exhibiting some kind of clairvoyant powers. Note: The letters page includes a letter from comics publisher Dean Mullaney. 32 pages. Cover price $0.15.

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National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. "When Demons Wail!" Story by Gerry Conway. Art by George Tuska and Frank Giacoia. Tony Stark is still in Washington D.C. trying to defend the quality of Stark Industries' products, when a new villain called Mikas takes control of Marianne Rodgers and her psychic powers! Now Iron Man must battle Mikas to free her! Last 15¢ issue. (Note: According to the story, the woman on the cover should be Marianne Rodgers; however her hair is colored red.) 32 pages Cover price $0.15.

National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. "Beneath the Armor Beats a Heart!" Story by Gary Friedrich. Art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta. Cover by Gil Kane. During Iron Man's triumphant battle over the Night Phantom, Marianne Rodgers reveals to Shell-head that she knows he is Tony Stark. Later that evening Tony proposes to Marianne, and she accepts. Meanwhile, Kevin O'Brien is growing increasingly jealous of Tony's relationship with Marianne, and that leads to the first battle between Iron Man and the Guardsman! Also in this issue, Simon Gilbert wants the Stark Industries board of directors to remove Tony as company president. 32 pages Cover price $0.20.

National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. "Menace at Large!" Story by Gary Friedrich. Art by George Tuska and John Verpoorten. Cover by Gil Kane and Ralph Reese. Tension is building everywhere at the Stark Industries' Long Island factory! In the dark of night, student protesters begin storming the SI manufacturing plant and the Guardsman (aka Kevin O'Brien) is preparing to use deadly force to stop them. The crisis evolves into an epic battle between Iron Man and the unstable Guardsman... with tragic results. Notes: The events in this issue will lead Michael O'Brien to seek revenge against Tony Stark beginning in Iron Man 82. Additionally, the cover of Iron Man 46 was widely considered one of Gil Kane's best for Marvel. 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. Barry Smith art. Origin retold. "Why Must There Be An Iron Man?" Story by Roy Thomas. Art by Barry Smith and Jim Mooney. Cover by Gil Kane. These are difficult days for Tony Stark as many people around him are questioning the purpose of Iron Man following the death of Kevin O'Brien. However, after lengthy soul-searching, Tony decides he is not going to quit being Iron Man. Note: This issue features the retelling of the origin of Iron Man. 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. "Deathplay!" Story by Mike Friedrich. Art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta. Cover by Gil Kane. During a news media interview, Tony Stark is seized by Princess Python's pet snake! Tony breaks free and now Princess Python must face Iron Man! Shell-head and the pet python engage in a death duel over a vat of acid! Which one is going to take the fatal plunge? Meanwhile, Marianne is continuing to have terrifying visions of a being called the Cyborg-Sinister. 32 pages Cover price $0.20.

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National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. It is believed these variants were distributed only in regions near U.S. military bases. Sub-Mariner and Iron Man do battle. 1st appearance of Moondragon as Madame MacEvil. "Sub-Mariner: Target for Death!" Story by Mike Friedrich and Bill Everett. Art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta. Cover by Gil Kane. It's a cataclysmic confrontation between Iron Man and the Sub-Mariner off the coast of Seattle! One of the heroes is being forced to fight against his will, but which one? And once the battle moves underwater, does Shell-Head have a chance to defeat Namor? First appearance of Moondragon as Madame MacEvil. Note: The letters page includes a letter from comics editor Joey Cavalieri. 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. It is believed these variants were distributed only in regions near U.S. military bases. "Beware the Blood Brothers!" First appearance of Thanos. Story by Jim Starlin. Art by Jim Starlin and Mike Esposito. Cover by Jim Starlin and Joe Sinnott. One of the landmark Marvel issues of the Bronze Age. Drax the Destroyer is a prisoner of Thanos at the evil Titan's Earth-fortress. In an effort to escape, Drax telepathically reaches out to Tony Stark for assistance; but before Iron Man can come to the rescue, Shell-Head is ambushed by the Blood Brothers! Can Drax and the golden avenger defeat the Blood Brothers and Thanos? Also first appearances of Drax the Destroyer, Starfox (in a flashback), and Mentor. (Note: Iron Man 55 was reprinted as a Marvel Milestone Edition in 1992.) 32 pages Cover price $0.20.

National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. As the workers of Stark International protest and go on strike, Iron Man must confront his arch nemesis the sinister Mandarin. "Strike!" Story by Steve Gerber. Art by George Tuska, Esposito, and Giacoia. Cover price $0.20.

UK edition. Identical to US edition, but has 1/- cover price. "The Coming of the Controller" Part 1 of 2. Script by Archie Goodwin. Pencils by George Tuska. Inks by Johnny Craig. Cover by George Tuska. A new twisted mastermind, Basil Sandhurst, has found a way to harness the power of the human brain! By using control discs, the evil villain has subjugated every person in a New England town. Tony Stark and Janice Cord are driving through that same town, and after they stop at a local restaurant...the Controller strikes! Meanwhile in the Everglades, Jasper Sitwell finds the wreck of Whitney Frost's escape ship from four issues ago. First appearance of the Controller. (Note: The letters page includes a letter from comics historian Peter Sanderson.) 32 pages

UK edition. Identical to US edition, but has 1/- cover price. "Who Serves Lucifer?" Story by Archie Goodwin. Art by George Tuska and Joe Gaudioso. At the Stark Industries Long Island plant, a disenchanted security guard, Charlie Gray, is recruited by Lucifer to help the evil villain escape from his exile in a far off dimension. Lucifer transforms Charlie into a powerful being and sends him to lure Tony Stark into Lucifer's temporary lair on Earth. Lucifer seems to have a good plan...until Shell-head gets involved! (Note: Mike Esposito inked under the pseudonym Joe Gaudioso.) 32 pages

UK edition. Identical to US edition, but has 1/- cover price. "This Doomed Land ? This Dying Sea!" Guest-starring the Sub-Mariner. Story by Archie Goodwin. Art by Johnny Craig and Sam Grainger. Cover by Marie Severin. Blane Ordway, the project lead at the Stark Industries Meridian Island Project, has done a fantastic job of improving efficiency and cutting costs at the previously struggling facility. What has been the secret to Blane's success? Dump tons of chemical waste into the Atlantic Ocean instead of paying for its safe removal. Now the Sub-Mariner is furious with the pollution near Atlantis and begins to wreck the Meridian Island project! But Iron Man quickly arrives on the scene for another great battle with Namor! 32 pages