Iron Man Noir

Iron Man Noir is an alternative universe for the Marvel Comics character. While this reality is not as great as the X-Men or Daredevil, it does have some interesting things. It’s one of ten miniseries under the Marvel Noir line and features a few Marvel characters retold in a steampunk and film noir style.

Iron Man Noir takes place in 1938, during a time of world war. Tony Stark is a globe trotting adventurer, who recently discovered a mysterious emerald mask. He must choose between becoming a hero and eliminating real threats to his family.

The series combines classic pulp and film noir with a post-modern twist. One of the best aspects of the story is the way Matt Snyder uses the conventions of noir to create a fresh spin on pulpy serials.

A series of flashbacks, including ones from the first world war, give the story a rich history behind the iconic Punisher logo. The comic is a blend of action and adventure, and the writing is well done. This is especially true of the Iron Man comic, which has a satisfying ending.

Marvel Noir is a unique concept, one that was controversial when it was first released. Many questioned whether the character should be retold in a pulpy, noir style. But the end result was an Iron Man who was both well written and plotted.

In addition to the Iron Man, Marvel Noir featured other Marvel characters in the alternate reality. These included Captain America, the X-Men, Wolverine and many more. The idea of an alternate version of Earth was a controversial one, but it eventually led to some intriguing stories. Some of these were more fantastic than others.

The Iron Man suit is quite impressive for its time, and the artwork is quite good as well. Even though the suit is not as sophisticated or slick as the 21st century version, it’s still a pretty cool design.

Another thing to like about the Iron Man suit is the repulsor pump pacemaker. After a jump out of an airship, the jet turbines on the back slow the descent, which is useful for landing safely. Also, the trident is charged with repulsor energy, which triggers an electric burst.

A series of flashbacks also show how Frank Castle’s father was a skilled soldier. However, his wife passed away in 1928, and he raises his son on his own. Though he is not a good man, he is a hero in the eyes of his son.

In a World… explores these alternate realities. The other major titles of the series include X-Men Noir, Moon Knight, Daredevil and Luke Cage. Each of these has their own dark themes, and is more than just a pulp comic. That’s why these comics are worth the read.

As a whole, Iron Man Noir is a solid comic book that remains hidden within the Marvel Noir universe. If you like pulp, film noir, and science fiction, then this is a series you’ll want to pick up.