

Tony Stark’s character was more subdued and less erratic in this graphic novel than his MCU counterpart, but identical in where it mattered.

It also captured a more realistic depiction of its characters, from the lighting and shading pronouncing physical traits, to unrepentant wrinkles and scowls in facial expressions.Īdi Granou, the illustrator for Iron Man: Extremis, created beautiful work, but certainly did not hold back on letting the ugly side of humanity show as well. The artwork’s coloring was more unsaturated than I was currently used to, and it gave me a nostalgic vibe, reminding me of older television shows that aired in the early to mid-2000’s.

The first thing that I notice about these comic books is the presentation and artwork.Ĭontrary to DC Rebirth’s Wonder Woman, Marvel’s Iron Man: Extremis illustrations are not popping off the pages, though that’s not necessarily a bad thing. This article will contain spoilers not only for Iron Man 3, but also for this graphic novel, Iron Man: Extremis. However, I just wanted to insert the obligatory disclaimer here: Iron Man 3 came out nearly five years ago, and this graphic novel came out earlier still. However, I felt that it was appropriate to create an article surrounding a solo story centered on my favorite Marvel character.Īn expansion on the plot elements that inspired Iron Man 3 (2013), Iron Man: Extremis illustrates how massive technological-medicinal advances in society can, depending on who wields it, serve to benefit mankind, or obliterate it. I’ve already covered a graphic novel in the Marvel comic-verse – albeit an unconventional insertion in an alternate universe – with Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe. When it comes to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, my favorite character has always been Robert Downey Jr.’s portrayal of Tony Stark/Iron Man. Features Editor Gisselle holding her copy of Iron Man: Extremis.
