Iron Man #246

In "Heavy Mettle!", Tony Stark faces a storm of threats as a new Madam Masque takes control of the Maggia, issuing a deadly order to eliminate the crippled Iron Man. With the Dreadnaught and a squad of A.I.M. agents closing in, Tony must rely on his wits and armor to survive—no matter the odds. Written by David Michelinie and Bob Layton, with art by Layton and inks by Herb Trimpe, this 1989 issue delivers high-stakes action and relentless tension, all wrapped in a cover by Bob Layton.