Rom #21
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Move Over, Rom—There's a New Hero in Town!", Rom finds himself unexpectedly sharing the spotlight when Brock Jones, a new arrival in Clairton, mistakes the armored alien for a threat and dons his own heroic mantle as the Torpedo. Written by Bill Mantlo and illustrated by Sal Buscema with inks by Joe Sinnott, this 1981 issue introduces a fresh dynamic as Rom and the Torpedo briefly clash before joining forces against the looming threat of the Dire Wraiths. The cover by Al Milgrom captures the moment with bold energy, marking a standout chapter in Rom’s ongoing struggle.
In the quiet town of Clairton, Brock Jones tries to start fresh, hiding his secret identity as the Torpedo from the relentless Rocketeers. When he sees Rom flying overhead, he assumes the armored alien is another threat—until a clash of wills leads to an unexpected alliance. With the Dire Wraiths on the rise, Rom enlists the new hero in town to help defend Earth.
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Reprinted in Strange #151 (1982), Rom: The Original Marvel Years Omnibus #1 (2023), Rom Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years #2 (2025)
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