Tales of Suspense #43
marvel • 1963
- Series
- Tales of Suspense
- Issue
- 43
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Cover date
- Jul 1, 1963
- Story title
- Kala, Queen Of The Netherworld!
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Published in July 1963, Tales of Suspense #43 serves as a significant chapter in the early development of the Marvel Universe. During this period, the anthology title featured a recurring segment for Iron Man, who had debuted only months prior in issue #39. This specific issue features the talents of writer Robert Bernstein and artist Don Heck, who were tasked with establishing the character's rogue's gallery and expanding the scope of Tony Stark's technological adventures in a Cold War-era context.
The story in this issue, titled The Death of Iron Man, centers on the villainous Black Knight, marking his first appearance in the Marvel canon. Designed by Stan Lee and Don Heck, the character was conceived as a medieval-themed antagonist intended to contrast with the high-tech, futuristic aesthetic of Iron Man. At the time of its release, the comic was received as part of Marvel’s broader effort to diversify its line of superhero threats, solidifying the brand's reputation for blending science fiction with colorful, character-driven narratives.
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