Iron Patriot

The Iron Patriot is a patriotism-themed exoskeleton used by several fictional characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.

Publication history

The concept of the Iron Patriot, which is meant to evoke Iron Man and Captain America, first appeared in Dark Avengers #1 (March 2009) and was created by Brian Michael Bendis and Mike Deodato.

Fictional history

Norman Osborn

Norman Osborn donned the original Iron Patriot armor during the Dark Reign storyline to exert his authority as "commander" of H.A.M.M.E.R. and the Dark Avengers while using Oscorp's resources. However, the Iron Patriot's star-shaped Uni Beam projector had a less powerful output. Unsurprisingly, Osborn's activities as the Iron Patriot have been jeopardized by the original Avengers: Osborn gets tricked into attacking Tony Stark, and when the New Avengers led by Captain America used the Iron Patriot's tracking device on Luke Cage as a trick to destroy his own house. During Osborn's invasion of Asgard on the grounds of a national security threat, the Iron Patriot is disabled during Osborn's fight with Steve Rogers, revealing Osborn's Green Goblin-like face paint. When Rogers, Stark and Thor transfer him to the Raft penitentiary, Osborn blames his Goblin alter-ego for ruining his chance to protect America as the Iron Patriot.

Rhodey Rhodes

James "Rhodey" Rhodes temporarily wore the Iron Patriot armor during the Iron Patriot series.

Sarah Garza

Sarah Garza is an Inhuman who can generate powerful explosions of energy with her Iron Patriot armor used as a regulator suit, and a rookie member of the Secret Avengers.

Terrence Rhodes

Terrence Rhodes is the father of James Rhodes and Jeanette Rhodes, and the grandfather of Lila Rhodes. He provides support for his family and uses the Iron Patriot battlesuit to help stop a conspiracy in which he sacrifices himself.

Toni Ho

Dr. Toni Ho wore two versions of her own Iron Patriot armor as a member of the U.S. Avengers; a standard version, and a heavy combat variation.

Sharon Carter

Sharon Carter briefly wore the Iron Patriot armor to combat Selene.

Reception

Accolades

• In 2018, CBR.com ranked the Iron Patriot 11th in their "15 Strongest War Machine Suits" list.
• In 2022, CBR.com ranked the Iron Patriot 10th in their "10 Best Suits Of Armor In Comics" list.

Other versions

American Son

The American Son is another patriotic-themed exoskeleton used by Harry Osborn during the "Dark Reign" storyline, and later by Gabriel Stacy.

Iron Patriot Drones

The Iron Patriot Drones make occasional appearances.

One is seen during the Fear Itself storyline to assists the New Avengers, but the Iron Patriot is vaporized by the Red Skull's powers.

Another is seen during the Marvel NOW! event. At a weapons expo, the Iron Patriot now has a low-level A.I. and ends up stolen by A.I.M. for the Scientist Supreme's plans, but is almost interrupted by Nick Fury Jr. and Daisy Johnson. An Iron Patriot army of sentient drones controlled by Marvin Flumm were used to incriminate the United States in international attacks, such as a framed attack on Iran where the Hulk is sent in response. S.H.I.E.L.D. uses holographic communication to hack into the A.I.M. network so the Iron Patriot Drones can understand these programmed actions are wrong.

The Iron Patriot Drones are next seen during the "Inhumanity" storyline as the Secret Avengers' support. However, one is seen during the Iron Patriot series where it is utilized by Terrence Rhodes.

Iron Hulk

The Iron Hulk is an alias used by Robert Maverick / Red Hulk.

Hydra Supreme / Civil Warrior

A variation of Steve Rogers created by the Cosmic Cube utilized elements of Tony Stark's armor in order to control Hydra as the Hydra Supreme / Civil Warrior, which would later be utilized by Veronica Eden.

Ultimate Marvel

The Ultimate Marvel equivalent of the Iron Patriot appears due to Tony Stark / Iron Man inspired by Steve Rogers / Captain America for the Ultimates.

In other media

Television

• Norman Osborn / Iron Patriot and Harry Osborn / Patrioteer appear in Ultimate Spider-Man, voiced by Steven Weber and Matt Lanter respectively.
• The Iron Patriot armor appears in Avengers Assemble.

Film

• The Iron Patriot armor appears in Iron Man and Captain America: Heroes United (2014).
• The Iron Patriot armor appears in films set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The first version appears in Iron Man 3 (2013), in which it is primarily used by James Rhodes, though Eric Savin uses it to capture President Matthew Ellis. Additionally, a heavy combat version of the armor appears in Avengers: Endgame (2019).

Video games

• The Iron Patriot armor appears as an alternate skin for Iron Man in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3.
• An unidentified incarnation of Iron Patriot appears as a playable character in Marvel Super Hero Squad Online, voiced by Steve Blum.
• Eric Savin / Iron Patriot appears in Marvel: Avengers Alliance.
• The Iron Patriot armor appears as an alternate skin for War Machine in Iron Man 3: The Official Game.
• The Iron Patriot armor appears as an alternate skin for War Machine in Marvel Heroes.
• The Iron Patriot armor appears as an alternate skin for War Machine in Lego Marvel Super Heroes and Lego Marvel's Avengers.
• Norman Osborn / Iron Patriot appears as a playable character in Marvel Puzzle Quest.
• Terrence Rhodes / Iron Patriot appears in Disney Infinity 2.0.
• Norman Osborn / Iron Patriot appears as a playable character in Marvel Contest of Champions. Additionally, the Iron Hulk armor is utilized by the Maestro.
• Norman Osborn / Iron Patriot appears as a playable character in Marvel: Future Fight. Additionally, the Iron Patriot armor appears as an alternate skin for War Machine.
• The Iron Patriot armor appears as an alternate skin for Captain America in Marvel Avengers Academy.
• Norman Osborn / Iron Patriot appears as a playable character in Marvel Strike Force.
• The Iron Patriot armor appears as an alternate skin for Iron Man in Iron Man VR.
• The Iron Patriot armor appears as an alternate skin for War Machine in Marvel Super War.

Notes

References

External links

• Iron Patriot at Marvel Wiki
• American Son at Marvel Wiki