Iron Man #228

Iron Man #228, published by Marvel Comics in March 1988, is a significant chapter within the broader Armor Wars storyline, a seminal arc written by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. This narrative was developed to address the proliferation of Stark technology in the hands of various supervillains and corporate rivals, pushing Tony Stark to dismantle his own proprietary designs across the globe to prevent further misuse.

The issue features cover art and interior pencils by Mark Bright, whose clean, dynamic aesthetic became definitive for the character during this era. The creative team aimed to emphasize the personal and ethical weight of Stark’s crusade, portraying him not just as a hero, but as an inventor grappling with the unintended consequences of his creations. Upon its release, the issue was well-received by readers for its focus on character-driven stakes and the high-tension moral dilemmas that defined the late-eighties Marvel landscape.