Iron Man #126
In "The Hammer Strikes!", Tony Stark is captured and imprisoned in Justin Hammer's floating compound, where he uncovers the truth behind the sabotaged Iron Man armor that led to the Carnelian ambassador's death. With Hammer's scheme exposed and a dozen hired villains awaiting him, Stark escapes and dons the backup armor he brought along, preparing to face the threat head-on. Written by David Michelinie and Bob Layton, with art by John Romita Jr. and inks by Bob Layton, this pivotal issue features a cover by John Romita Jr. and Bob Layton.
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Tony Stark is captured and taken to Justin Hammer's floating compound. He learns that Hammer had been causing the malfunctions to the Iron Man armor, including the one that killed the Carnelian ambassador. Hammer discredited Stark International in order to win the Carnelian contract. Stark escapes his room and acquires the alternate set of armor he brought with him. As Iron Man, he gets ready to battle the dozen super-villains in Hammer's employ.
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