It’s been almost a decade since Joshua Williamson did any work for Marvel, as he’s flown his flag for the past 10 years at DC and Image, writing high-profile titles like Superman, G.I. Joe and more. But he’ll make his return to the House of Ideas next year to write Iron Man.
Williamson will work with artist Carmen Carnero on the title, which will feature Madame Masque, members of the classic Thunderbolts team and a new archenemy.
“I am a huge Iron Man fan. A massive Iron Man fan… and I knew it was time. I absolutely had to do this,” said Williamson. “Part of our tagline for this book is that Tony Stark is the most dangerous weapon in the Marvel Universe. When he went into the cave, Tony built the armor… but after I thought about it more, the armor wasn’t what he built in the cave. Tony built Tony.”
The writer clarified on social media that this doesn’t mean he’s leaving DC. In fact, he said he’ll be writing a new Legion of Super-Heroes title for the publisher, in addition to Superman. “I love writing Superman and will continue to do so. I’m still working with DC on the All-In Saga. Very happy with the work we’re doing. Lots of cool stuff is on the horizon,” he posted.
As for Iron Man, Marvel said in their press release that the book will feature “classic superhero storytelling,” as Madame Masque tries to out-Iron Man Tony Stark:
The unapologetic Iron Man is a once-in-a-lifetime hero – but the beating heart behind the armor is a once-in-a-century genius. Years ago, Tony Stark was knocking on death’s door, so he created the Iron Man armor to survive! What happens the next time death comes calling? What weapon does he create then? What if…someone else creates it first? These questions have haunted Tony for years, a ticking time bomb inside of him waiting to explode. Femme fatale Madame Masque has also asked these questions, and with the power of Advanced Idea Mechanics behind her…she’s ready to create the next great weapon.
Here’s a look inside:
The first issue’s cover is by Ryan Stegman, while Adam Kubert provides a variant:
Finally, here’s a look at Carnero’s design work for the “Mark 75” armor he’ll be sporting:
Iron Man #1 flies into stores Jan. 28.
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