Iron Man #85

In Iron Man #85 (1976), Tony Stark faces one of his most harrowing trials yet when his loyal friend Happy Hogan is transformed into a living bomb, forcing Iron Man to choose between saving countless lives or sacrificing the man he trusts most. This pivotal issue introduces a dramatic redesign of Iron Man’s armor, marking a turning point in the series. Written by Len Wein and Roger Slifer, with dynamic art by Herb Trimpe and inks by Kim Seong Hwan, the story unfolds with intense personal stakes and high-stakes action. The cover, by Rich Buckler and Klaus Janson, captures the moment’s gravity in striking detail.