Iron Man #229

Iron Man #229 was published by Marvel Comics in April 1988, serving as a significant chapter within the 'Armor Wars' storyline. Written by David Michelinie and Bob Layton, the issue continues the arc where Tony Stark discovers his proprietary technology has been leaked to various supervillains and corporate rivals. This narrative was conceived to re-establish Stark's moral authority and demonstrate his obsessive commitment to protecting his inventions, a hallmark of the writing duo's influential run on the title.

The interior art was provided by Mark D. Bright, whose clean and dynamic style helped define the look of the character during the late eighties. The cover, featuring Iron Man engaged in a high-stakes confrontation, was illustrated by Bob Layton. Upon its release, the issue was well-received by readers for its focus on the consequences of Stark's technology, marking a turning point in the series that emphasized the character's internal struggle with the ethics of his own innovation.