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Fixer Becomes Iron Man: Stark's Quest for Justice Intensifies

4/8/2026

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In Iron Man #4, Norbert Ebersol, known as the Fixer, becomes the Advanced Iron Man, replacing Tony Stark.
The Fixer, sent by Madame Masque, kills inventor Adam Ware, whom Tony Stark had supported.
Tony's pursuit of justice against the Fixer intensifies, as the villain steals technology from young geniuses.
The issue blends action with character growth and hints that Adam Ware may survive as an artificial intelligence.

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Story summary

In Iron Man #4, Norbert Ebersol, known as the Fixer, becomes the Advanced Iron Man, replacing Tony Stark.
The Fixer, sent by Madame Masque, kills inventor Adam Ware, whom Tony Stark had supported.
Tony's pursuit of justice against the Fixer intensifies, as the villain steals technology from young geniuses.
The issue blends action with character growth and hints that Adam Ware may survive as an artificial intelligence.