As revealed in Marvel's solicitations for Iron Man, Tony Stark will officially be known as "Iron God" in upcoming issues of the series.
After a battle, Korvac brings Tony to the edge of existence and the superhero will return with "celestial-sized abilities." In the past, Tony has worn extremely powerful armors, many of which have affected his internal biology. This latest upgrade is unlike those in that it is not derived from technology and instead comes from the cosmic forces that bind the Marvel Universe, giving Tony the biggest power-up of his superhero career.
After his battle with Korvac concludes, January's Iron Man #16 will see the Iron God arrive on Earth. Guest-starring both the Avengers and the Fantastic Four, the issue teases that Tony will be intent on making the planet a better place for all through the Power Cosmic. However, it remains to be seen if these other heroes will be approaching the newly-christened Iron God as allies or as foes. On many occasions, Tony's ego has had deadly consequences and impacted the entire Marvel Universe.
Since the start of writer Christopher Cantwell and artist CAFU's Iron Man, Tony Stark has been facing off against the threat of Michael Korvac, an android who once wielded god-like powers. In his quest to reclaim these abilities, Korvac traveled to Taa II -- the home of Galactus -- seeking a cosmic power-up. Iron Man, alongside an eclectic team of heroes, chased Korvac into space but was unable to prevent him from achieving his goals. Seeing no other option, Tony followed Korvac into the unknown, becoming something "more" in the process.
Iron Man #14, the next chapter in this unfolding saga, goes on sale Nov. 17, from Christopher Cantwell, CAFU, Frank D'Armata and Joe Caramagna, with a cover by Alex Ross.
IRON MAN #15
- CHRISTOPHER CANTWELL (W) • IBRAIM ROBERSON (A) • Cover by ALEX ROSS
- Devil's Reign Villain Variant Cover by DERRICK CHEW
- IRON MAN HAS BECOME THE IRON GOD! Only trouble is Korvac has once again become cosmic as well. Their conflict now spills out across the universe as both newly nigh-invincible entities vie for absolute dominance. What does it look like when two massive egos with celestial-sized abilities duke it out? What kind of havoc does it cause as they tear through galaxies and dimensions? And how can a handful of tiny humans stop them in hope of saving their old friend Tony Stark?
- 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99
IRON MAN #16
- CHRISTOPHER CANTWELL (W) • IBRAIM ROBERSON (A) • Cover by ALEX ROSS
- HOMAGE VARIANT COVER BY PETE WOODS
- IRON MAN’S COSMIC TRANSFORMATION CONTINUES!
- The Iron God arrives back on Earth, intent on making his homeworld a better place for all. Finally, Tony Stark has the power to realize all of his best ideas and intentions…but perhaps the Power Cosmic might enable his ego in ways never seen before. It’s up to his mortal allies to decide: Is the Iron God a fantastic evolution of their old friend or a grave threat? GUEST-STARRING THE AVENGERS AND THE FANTASTIC FOUR!
- 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99
Source: Marvel