Review:
In this powerful conclusion to the Superior Iron Man saga, Pepper Potts joins with an old-Tony AI to battle the sinister new Superior Tony. She even dons armor herself in the confrontation.
It's a struggle for control - of a media empire, of Tony's public image, of old armor vs symbiote-enhanced new. And while Superior Tony turns the tables and escapes, it comes at a high cost, and with Pepper's powerful, series-closing promise / threat. If she can't save Tony, she will save the world from him, open their eyes and ensure he will be without friends or, more importantly, admirers - broken, unloved, alone in his power.
The series is filled with twists, strong characters, relational drama and is well worth the time. But Tony Stark, in his superior form, is repulsive, nothing but hyper-intelligence, cocksure arrogance and self-focus.
The TPB ends with a reprint of Iron Man #182, the climax of the critically acclaimed Tony Stark alcoholism stories by Denny O'Neil. Its inclusion is a stroke of genius, kudos to collection editor Jennifer Grunwold or whoever thought of it. After nine issues in two volumes of the worst of Tony Stark, this reprint reminds us of the glimmer of humanity, the innate heroic nature and spark of self-giving at the core of Tony Stark. An appropriate, timely counterpoint and satisfying end.
3.5 capes out of 5 to Tom Taylor and this series, for once again making me hate one of my favorite Marvel characters with some strong stories.
Description:
Pepper Potts has had enough! As Tony Stark's wealth and influence increase across the globe, he prepares to unveil a new Stark world. Pepper alone knows the extent of his "superiority," and she's determined to prevent him from slipping even further. But she'll need help. As Tony is left reeling by shocking revelations, doubt begins to creep in, and his future looks uncertain. Who or what lurks in Tony's old armor - and can Pepper trust it? Iron Man clashes with Iron Man in an epic battle that could mean the death of the Tony Stark we know and love. The Superior Iron Man is dead -long live the Superior Iron Woman? Plus, Tony struggles with sobriety in a seminal story from his classic years!
Collects: Superior Iron Man #6-9, Iron Man (1968) #182
Authors: Tom Taylor, Denny O'Neil
Artists: Laura Braga, Yildiray Cinar
Published By: Marvel
Published When: March 29 2016
Parental Rating: Teen
ISBN: 9780785192503
Pages: 136 pages
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