Hardware: The Man in the Machine #[nn]

In "Angry Black Man," Dwayne McDuffie and Denys Cowan deliver a powerful, character-driven chapter of Hardware’s story, where the hero confronts Alva not with violence, but with cold, calculated reckoning. After a tense standoff in Alva’s office—where the villain offers him a deal—Hardware chooses a different path, revealing he’s already infiltrated Alva’s empire and will dismantle it from within. Denys Cowan’s sharp artwork and Jimmy Palmiotti’s inks bring the weight of that moment to life, while Steve Haynie’s lettering underscores the simmering tension. This issue stands as a defining moment in the series, showcasing the cost of vengeance and the power of patience.