Exploring alternate realities, this collection reimagines iconic heroes in unconventional settings, blending historical and fantastical elements. Each story transports characters to unique times and places, challenging their identities and roles. The narrative delves into the possibilities of what could be, offering fresh perspectives on beloved figures as they navigate worlds that defy traditional boundaries.
The Ghost is back! As Tony Stark struggles with the ramifications of the Armor Wars, he must convince the world there's a new Iron Man -- and what better way to boost Shell-Head's popularity than stopping a nuclear satellite from crashing to Earth! Spider-Man helps out against the Radioactive Man as Steve Rogers and Ant-Man drop by! But while an alien spreads horror in orbit, the Rhino wreaks havoc on Earth! Fearsome foes are lining up to take down Iron Man -- but will Blacklash, Blizzard and Boomerang help him against the Ghost? And will the most dangerous threat of all be Grey Gargoyle, the Mandarin, Doctor Doom...or Tony's new flame, Kathy Dare?! Plus: Iron Man stars in the world's first computer-generated graphic novel! COLLECTING: Vol. 14: Iron Man (1968) 233-244; Iron Man: Crash (1988); Marvel Fanfare (1982) 22-23, 44
Tony Stark is an inventive genius dedicated to creating technology for the betterment of humanity. And Stark's greatest creation is a modern-day miracle: the invincible Iron Man armor! But when Stark discovers that the same top-secret tech he used to create Iron Man is now in the hands of several deadly super villains, he feels responsible for the evil they have done. In the face of objections from his government, friends, colleagues and fellow super heroes, Stark swears to use the power of Iron Man to bring the evil to an end - and to take back what's his. Beetle, Stilt-Man, Controller, Stingray, Firepower, the Mandroids and the Guardsmen don't know it yet, but they've got a problem. The world's most powerful force for good isn't playing by the rules anymore. And he's coming for them. COLLECTING: IRON MAN 225-232
One triumphant return, one diabolical debut! When Jean Grey is found alive - with a little help from the Avengers and Fantastic Four -she reunites with the rest of Xavier's original class to form X-Factor! But as Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Beast, Angel and Iceman face new enemies Tower and Frenzy, little do they know the villains are part of an Alliance of Evil led by...Apocalypse! They'll fi ght Iron Man and Spider-Man, encounter uncanny foes like Bulk and Glow Worm, and take on old sparring partners in Freedom Force, but there's no question who will rise to the role of X-Factor's archnemesis. COLLECTING: VOLUME 1: AVENGERS (1963) 263; FANTASTIC FOUR (1961) 286; X-FACTOR (1986) 1-9, ANNUAL 1; IRON MAN ANNUAL 8; AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (1963) 282; MATERIAL FROM CLASSIC X-MEN 8, 43
Time for the Armored Avenger to start avenging! Tony Stark is back in the groove as Iron Man, from outer space to the ocean depths. But the new Stark Enterprises is under constant super-villain alert, under attack from familiar faces like Spymaster and new threats like the ethereal Ghost. And when Tony discovers that his technology has been stolen and abused, he declares war on anyone in armor! Iron Man's new ruthless streak brings him into conflict with the U.S. government, S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Avengers, and as his actions grow ever more extreme, he must battle an old friend in a new guise - Steve Rogers, aka The Captain! COLLECTING: Iron Man (1968) 215-232, Iron Man Annual 9 (Iron Man Epic Colle ctio n Vol . 13)
Up-and-coming talents David Michelinie, Bob Layton and John Romita Jr. joined forces to take on Marvel's Golden Avenger in 1978 - and captured lighting in a bottle! Now, their history-making first run is collected in one massive volume! From Tony Stark's taboo-shattering struggle with alcoholism to Iron Man's legendary clash with Dr. Doom during King Arthur's time, this one's got it all - including Justin Hammer's introduction; a brutal battle against the Hulk; the menaces of Madame Masque, the Melter, Blizzard, Whiplash, the Dreadnoughts, the Titanium Man and more; and the debut of Tony's outer-space and stealth armors! Iron Man (1968) 115-157
The mother of all back-from-the-dead stories! Jean Grey was touched by cosmic power, Jean Grey went insane and destroyed a world, Jean Grey sacrificed her life to save the universe - but it wasn't Jean Grey at all! Mutantkind's most remarkable resurrection, spread across three titles: AVENGERS, FANTASTIC FOUR and X-FACTOR! Guest-starring the Sensational She-Hulk, the Incredible Hercules and more! Collecting AVENGERS (1963) #263, FANTASTIC FOUR (1961) #286, X-FACTOR (1986) #1, and material from CLASSIC X-MEN #8 and #43