Iron Man #206 CGC 9.4 | Marvel 1986 | Tony Stark vs. Firepower Prelude | Armor Wars Era Begins!

Iron Man #206
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Published: May 1986
Writer: Denny O’Neil
Artist: M.D. Bright (pencils), Ian Akin & Brian Garvey (inks)
Grading Company: CGC
Grade: 9.4 (Near Mint)
Certification Number: 4616217020
Page Quality: White Pages

Suit up with this stunning CGC 9.4 copy of Iron Man #206 — a critical issue in the build-up to one of the most iconic Iron Man story arcs of all time: Armor Wars! Set during Tony Stark’s tense and tech-heavy years, this book features the groundwork for future betrayals, armor thefts, and the ethical dilemmas that would define Iron Man's legacy.

⚙️ Story Breakdown: “Wild Card”

Written by the acclaimed Denny O’Neil, this issue showcases Stark’s ongoing internal struggles and deepens the corporate intrigue surrounding Stark Industries. As Tony navigates both boardroom and battlefield, strange technological thefts are beginning to hint at something much bigger on the horizon.

While this issue doesn't feature Firepower directly, it foreshadows the coming technological escalation and sets the tone for the Armor Wars saga, where Tony Stark must reclaim stolen tech from villains using it for destruction. With dynamic art from M.D. Bright, this issue captures the intensity, moral complexity, and raw power of Iron Man in the mid-1980s.

🧰 Key Highlights:

• Tony Stark on the edge: wrestling with past mistakes and future threats

• Strong lead-in to the Armor Wars saga

• Written by Denny O’Neil, one of the great minds behind Iron Man’s modern character arc

• Crisp, kinetic art from M.D. Bright and inking duo Akin & Garvey

• Undervalued Bronze-to-Copper Age key issue

📦 Condition & Slab Details:

• CGC 9.4 (Near Mint)

• White Pages — top-tier page quality

• Clear case with no cracks or scratches

• Great cover gloss, vibrant reds and yellows

• Certified CGC label with number 4616217020

This is an excellent addition for fans of Iron Man, collectors of mid-'80s Marvel, or investors looking at the next wave of MCU-related key issues.

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