Billionaire businessman Tony Stark is one of the most intelligent and influential people on the planet . While testing weaponry in Vietnam he was caught in an explosion and captured by the warlord Wong Chu . With a piece of shrapnel lodged dangerously near to his heart Tony created the first set of Iron Man armor to aid his escape and ensure his survival . He was a founding member of the Avengers and wants to make the world a better place .

Vital Stats
Real name : Anthony (Tony) Stark
Occupation : Businessman
Base : Stark Tower , New York City
Height : 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight : 225 lbs (102 kg)
Eyes : Blue
Hair : Black
Powers : Standard Iron Man armor provides exceptional strength , speed , and the power of flight . Repulsor beams in the gauntlets and the uni beam in the chest piece can also be used . He has Other sets of armor for special missions .
Allies : Black Widow , Mr.Fantastic , War Machine
Foes : Mandarin , Iron Patriot , Iron Monger