1602 Iron Man 1602年の無敵鐵金鋼

Iron Man in Elizabethan costume, as inspired by the Marvel Comics mini series 1602.

Marvel 1602, or simply 1602, is an eight-issue comic book limited series published in 2003 by Marvel Comics. The limited series was written by Neil Gaiman, penciled by Andy Kubert, and digitally painted by Richard Isanove; Scott McKowen illustrated the distinctive scratchboard covers. The eight-part series takes place in a timeline where Marvel superheroes exist in the Elizabethan era; faced with the destruction of their world by a mysterious force, the heroes must fight to save their universe. Many of the early Marvel superheroes—Nick Fury, the X-Men, the Fantastic Four, and Spider-Man—as well as villains such as Doctor Doom and Magneto appear in various roles.

In the year 1602 in the Marvel Universe, for an unknown reason, superheroes have appeared about 400 years early. They were born and bred in this era and some hold important positions in high places. When the characters come to realize that something is wrong with the universe, the heroes must solve the mystery behind their own existence, while dealing with intrigue at the courts of Elizabeth I and James.

The first issue of 1602 was ranked first in August 2003 US comics with pre-order sales of 150,569.

1602's success led to three sequels.

• 1602: New World is a five-issue limited series written by Greg Pak and illustrated by Greg Tocchini. The series was published from August 2005 to January 2006. Taking place shortly after the end of 1602, the heroes are settling down in America. Lord Iron and Captain Ross had arrived to hunt down David Banner while coming into conflict with the Spider and Virginia Dare. Meanwhile, Master Osborn tries to turn the natives against the settlers.

• Marvel 1602: Fantastick Four, is a five-issue miniseries written by Peter David and pencilled by Pascal Alixe. The series was published from November 2006 to March 2007. The story involves the Fantastic Four's adventures in London, the return of Otto von Doom, and the "Four Who Are Frightful" when they capture William Shakespeare to chronicle Otto von Doom's travels to Bensaylum, ruled by Numenor. Other characters include Wyatt Wingfoot, Doris Evans, and Rita.

• Spider-Man: 1602 is a five-issue miniseries written by Jeff Parker and pencilled by Ramon Rosanas. The series was published from December 2009 to April 2010. The story centers on the continuing adventures of the Spider and features reinterpretations of Victor Octavius, the Lizard, and Mary Jane Watson. Also appearing are the Beast, Janette Pym and Henri Le Pym, the King's Pin, Bullseye, and Steve Rogers.

Iron Man is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Co-created by writer and editor Stan Lee, developed by scripter Larry Lieber, and designed by artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby, the character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39 in 1962 (cover dated March 1963) and received his own title with Iron Man #1 in 1968. Shortly after his creation, Iron Man became a founding member of the superhero team the Avengers, alongside Thor, Ant-Man, the Wasp, and the Hulk. Iron Man stories, individually and with the Avengers, have been published consistently since the character's creation.

Iron Man is the superhero persona of Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, a businessman and engineer who runs the weapons manufacturing company Stark Industries. When Stark was captured in a war zone and sustained a severe heart wound, he built his Iron Man armor and escaped his captors. Iron Man's suits of armor grant him superhuman strength, flight, energy projection, and other abilities. The character was created in response to the Vietnam War as Lee's attempt to create a likeable pro-war character. Since his creation, Iron Man has been used to explore political themes, with early Iron Man stories being set in the Cold War. The character's role as a weapons manufacturer proved controversial, and Marvel moved away from geopolitics by the 1970s. Instead, the stories began exploring themes such as civil unrest, technological advancement, corporate espionage, alcoholism, and governmental authority.

The Venice Carnevale is not all about masks. Many local Italians prefer painted faces and historical costumes and lately, even cosplay. The Elizabethan era Iron Man is a costume by veteran cosplay Agostino Begia. The photos are done against a grey wall on the busy streets of Venice during Carnevale and as usual, using only 100% natural lighting.