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Creation & Design

Iron Patriot was created during the 'Dark Reign' storyline, where Norman Osborn takes on a new identity to manipulate public perception and gain power.

Early Years

Initially introduced as the Green Goblin, Norman Osborn's character evolved through various story arcs, leading to his transformation into Iron Patriot.

Character Development

Over the years, Norman Osborn has oscillated between villainy and attempts at redemption, with his Iron Patriot persona serving as a complex symbol of his duality.

Cultural Reception

Iron Patriot has received mixed reviews, often viewed as a controversial character due to his morally ambiguous actions.

Character Details

Real Name:
Norman Osborn
First Appearance:
Dark Avengers #1
Aliases:
Iron Patriot, Green Goblin
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Thunderbolts, Avengers, S.H.I.E.L.D.
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Expert tactician, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant
Equipment:
Iron Patriot armor, Goblin Glider, Pumpkin Bombs
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
blonde

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Dark Avengers #1
Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Dark Avengers #1
 
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1st full appearance of the Dark Avengers: Norman Osborn as Iron Patriot, Noh-Varr as Captain Marvel, Daken as Wolverine, Mac Gargan/Venom as Spider-Man, Bullseye as Hawkeye, Moonstone as Ms. Marvel, Sentry and Ares

Dark Avengers made a partial team cameo in New Avengers #49

First mention of H.A.M.M.E.R., the government organization that replaces S.H.I.E.L.D. under the leadership of Norman Osborn

[April 2024 - revealed at CinemaCon, the addition of an asterisk to the Thunderbolts title is causing speculation that there is a connection to the Dark Avengers]

Dark Avengers #1
1:20 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Variant cover art by Marko Djurdjevic

Dark Avengers #1
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1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Dark Avengers #1
 
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Variant cover art by Adi Granov

There is a version with the Midtown Comics logo that sells for less than this edition

Gambit #13
Marvel ⋅ 2013
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Gambit #13
 
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James Rhodes pilots the Iron Patriot armor

Iron Patriot #2
1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2014
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Variant cover art by Joe Bennett

Iron Patriot #1
Marvel ⋅ 2014
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1st appearance of Lila Rhodes, the niece of James Rhodes

[August 2022 - rumored to appear in Armor Wars]

Iron Patriot #1
Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2014
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Variant cover art by Skottie Young

Iron Patriot #3
1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2014
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Iron Patriot #3
 
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Variant cover art by Greg Land

U.S. Avengers #1
Marvel ⋅ 2017
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1st team appearance of the U.S.Avengers: Citizen V (Sunspot), Cannonball, Red Hulk, Iron Patriot, Danielle Cage, Enigma, Squirrel Girl

Robert Maverick becomes the second Red Hulk

Toni Ho becomes the third Iron Patriot

Over 50 variants exist featuring an Avenger and the state from which they were born

Captain America #22
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Captain America #22
 
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1st appearance of Sharon Carter as Iron Patriot

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