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THE LATEST RELEASES FROM THE WORLD OF COMICS

IRON MAN #1

THINGS might have come to a definite end for Tony Stark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but in the world of comics, he’s about to make (another) comeback.

Stark has decided to try to set his ego aside and get back to basics, getting his hands dirty again.

But life isn’t always that simple, something that Tony’s old friends are quick to point out – and when an old foe from the past threatens the entire universe, Iron Man is recalled for duty.

Look out for some stunning cover variants.

Written by Christopher Cantwell, with art by Cafu, Iron Man #1 is out now priced £4.50.

ABSOLUTE DARK KNIGHT: NEW EDITION

BACK in print, this Absolute edition brings together Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns – issues #1 to 4, and The Dark Knight Strikes Again – issues #1 to 3.

Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns is rightly considered a comic masterpiece, as is its celebrated – and equally provocative – sequel.

Set ten years after an aging Batman retired, we find that Gotham City has sunk deeper into decadence and lawlessness.

Now, when his city needs him most, the Dark Knight will make his return in a blaze of glory.

This gorgeous hardcover is priced £80, but Forbidden Planet has it online priced at £55.20.

JUGGERNAUT #1

THE X-Men’s unstoppable giant gets his own five-part story.

Cain Marko, aka Juggernaut, suddenly finds himself mentoring a homeless teenager with special powers.

Written by Fabian Nicieza, an author who has helped to shape the X-Man universe, this story is full of introspection, and is a more personal take that adds depth and heart to Cain, traditionally seen as a destructive character.

With Ron Garney on art duties, Juggernaut #1 is out now priced £3.60.