Tales of Suspense #49
marvel • 1964
- Series
- Tales of Suspense
- Issue
- 49
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Cover date
- Jan 1, 1964
- Story title
- The New Iron Man Meets The Angel!
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Tales of Suspense #49 was published by Marvel Comics in January 1964. This issue serves as a significant milestone in comic book history, as it marks the first appearance of the X-Men's primary antagonist, Magneto, though notably, he appears here in an Iron Man story rather than an X-Men title. The issue was created during the height of the Silver Age of Comics, a period defined by the rapid expansion of the Marvel Universe under the editorial guidance of Stan Lee.
The Iron Man story in this issue was written by Stan Lee and illustrated by Don Heck. Heck's clean, structured linework was a staple of the series, providing a grounded aesthetic that complemented the technological focus of the Iron Man character. At the time of release, this issue contributed to the ongoing development of the Marvel mythos by cross-pollinating characters across different titles, a strategy that helped solidify the interconnected nature of Marvel's expanding roster of heroes and villains.
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