Iron Man #171

Name: Iron Man #171
Brand: Marvel
Availability: InStock

Jun 1983 · Marvel · 0.60 USD; 0.25 GBP; 0.75 CAD

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“Ball and Chain”

In "Ball and Chain," James Rhodes struggles to master the Iron Man armor under the guidance of Stark engineer Morley Erwin, while facing off against the unpredictable Thunderball. Meanwhile, Tony Stark's descent into alcoholism deepens, testing the limits of his resolve. Written by Denny O'Neil and illustrated by Luke McDonnell, with inks by Steve Mitchell and colors by Bob Sharen, this 1983 issue captures a pivotal moment in the Iron Man legacy, with a cover by Luke McDonnell and Steve Mitchell.

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writer Denny O'Neil · artist Luke McDonnell · inker Steve Mitchell · colorist Bob Sharen · letterer Rick Parker · cover Luke McDonnell, Steve Mitchell

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Cast · 7 characters

Dr. Clytemnestra Erwin Eliot Franklin Heather Glenn Iron Man Jim Rhodes Morley Erwin Tarkington Brown

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writer Denny O'Neil

artist Luke McDonnell

inker Steve Mitchell

colorist Bob Sharen

letterer Rick Parker

cover pencils Luke McDonnell

cover inks Steve Mitchell

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Rhodey is still learning how to use the armor with the help of Morley Erwin, but he has to stop the rampaging Thunderball. Tony Stark sinks deeper into alcoholism.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).