Iron Lad - Variant of Kang The Conqueror

 

IRON LAD - VARIENT OF KANG THE CONQUEROR

INTRODUCTION

In the last article, we learned about basic information about MCU's upcoming Big Bad, Kang The Conqueror.

In the Multiverse Saga, Kang is like a center of attraction. Entire Multiverse Saga will revolve around Kang The Conqueror.

But, It's a Multiverse, So there won’t be only one Kang.

We’ll be introduced with Kang The Conqueror’s multiple variants.

There are few variants who have more importance or you can say they are the most notable variants of Kang The Conqueror from Marvel Universe.

They all are not bad. Some of them are completely different from Kang.

Some even worked side by side with Avengers.

And Now, In this article, We’ll be going through one of the most significant variants of Kang, who is Iron Lad.

Iron Lad is an alternate identity of Kang, who’s goal is similar to Kang but He is quite different from Kang.

Let’s go deeper into the most iconic marvel character, Iron Lad.

* TABLE OF CONTENTS *

1) INTRODUCTION

2) WHO IS IRON LAD?

3) ORIGIN AND EARLY LIFE OF IRON LAD

4) WHAT ARE THE POWERS AND ABILITIES OF IRON LAD?

5) WHAT ARE IRON LAD'S MOST NOTABLE BATTLES?

6) WHAT IS IRON LAD'S ROLE / IMPORTANCE IN MARVEL UNIVERSE?

7) IRON LAD  VS  KANG THE CONQUEROR

8) MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

WHO IS IRON LAD?

Iron Lad is one of the most emerging Marvel characters. He is a different variation or we can say an alternate identity of the most gruesome Marvel villain, Kang The Conqueror.

Comparatively Iron Lad is kinda lesser known character from Marvel Universe but he has a lot of importance in the Marvel comics.

Iron Lad’s powers and abilities are kinda similar to Kang The Conqueror, but unlike him, Iron Lad used his power and knowledge for the betterment of humanity. He fought side by side with The Avengers to stop Kang The Conqueror. 

Iron Lad was a part of Young Avengers teams and leaves a great impact in the Marvel Comics.

ORIGIN AND EARLY LIFE

OF IRON LAD

Nathaniel Richards was born in a future world where you can’t spot the difference between magic and their advanced technology.

Nathaniel was a young man with a keen mind. He had a thirst for adventure.

In the comics, Nathaniel Richards had various dreams of his alternate evil self, Kang The Conqueror.

One Day, Nathaniel found a Suit of Armor which was exactly similar to the armor of Kang The Conqueror from his dreams.

That armor is nothing but a Time Travel suit.

There are different stories regarding How Nathaniel Richards became Iron Lad.

One where he found a Time Travel suit, one where he found a Time Cube, which allows him to travel through time and another story where a 16 year old Nathaniel was rescued by Kang The Conqueror from bullies and later tried to turn Nathaniel into the person like himself so he can continue his reign.

But, regardless of everything that happened with Nathaniel Richards, he eventually ended up doing the right thing by stopping Kang The Conqueror.

In all those stories, Nathaniel saw all the cruel things that his evil self, Kang The Conqueror did by traveling through time. 

All this stuff led him to be a part of the Young Avengers team, who later fought against Kang The Conqueror.

WHAT ARE THE POWERS AND ABILITIES OF IRON LAD?

When it comes to Iron Lad’s powers and abilities, it's kinda similar to Kang The Conqueror but also has some unique abilities.

Iron Lad is a formidable opponent, with a wide range of powers and abilities at his disposal. He also has advanced biotech built into his armor. This includes weapons like blasters and energy shields, also the ability to travel through time and much more.

Let’s discuss his powers one by one, so that we can have a brief overview of How powerful Iron Lad is.

Superhuman Strength and Durability

Iron Lad’s suit of armor provides multiple benefits to Iron Lad and physical strength is one of them.

Iron Lad can take a great amount of physical damage and still withstand it.

He can easily lift heavy objects.

Energy Projection

Another perk of Iron Lad’s unique suit of armor.

It allows him to project energy in the form of blasts or beams.

Through that he can defend himself or attack his opponents.

Flight and Time Travel

Another benefit of his amazing suit is, it allows him to fly at high speed, which could turn out to be quite helpful in combat.

He can easily avoid any incoming damage as quickly as possible, but of course If he is aware of that incoming attack or so.

And another very useful benefit is Time Travel. It’s like an ace card for him.

We all know what he can do with Time Travel.

Gathering information from the future or past and using it in the present is kinda the most important use of Time Travel.

Genius Level Intelligence

Iron Lad is a brilliant scientist and inventor. Compared to most human beings, He is way more intelligent. He has used his intellect to develop advanced technologies.

That amazing suit of his, He himself built that freaking suit. So you can imagine what kind of intellect he has.

Combat Proficiency

His suit is not everything. Iron Lad is a skilled fighter.

He trained his body in a way that gives him upper strength in hand to hand combat

He went through very tough, excessive training.

He trained himself in using multiple advanced weapons.

He is a highly skilled fighter and strategist, and is able to think on his feet in the heat of battle.

He is a brilliant strategist. He can handle very tough situations.

He has very good leadership qualities.

He even led the Young Avengers and fought against Doctor Doom from the future.

Armor with biotech

One of Iron Lad’s armor is fused with advanced biotech which was owned by Nate Richards Iron Lad.

It is composed of neuro-kinetic nano-metal which allows him to alter its appearance and shape with his thoughts.

He can shape attacks like energy projections, just with his thoughts.

WHAT ARE IRON LAD'S MOST NOTABLE BATTLES?

Iron Lad has been involved in multiple intense battles since he joined the Young Avengers.

I have picked three most notable battles based on my perspective.

Let’s go through with it and we’ll also see how Nathaniel’s Iron Lad died while fighting one of the battles.

Conflict with the Skrulls

Iron Lad and the Young Avengers were tasked with stopping the Skrulls from invading Earth. This battle was so intense but in the end they were able to save the planet from Skrull invasion.

We already got to know these shape shifting aliens in the previous MCU projects like, Captain Marvel, Ms Marvel, WandaVision, Spiderman No Way Home etc.,

Encounter with Chthon

Iron Lad and the Young Avengers faced their greatest challenge of all when they fought against the ancient demon Chthon. This battle was intense and dangerous, but the team was able to save the world from Chthon.

Battle with Kang the Conqueror

As a part of the Young Avengers, Iron Lad helped defeat the time-traveling conqueror Kang the Conqueror. In one of the battles, The Young Avengers were not enough to defeat the ultimate powerful Kang The Conqueror. He was too powerful for them.

But, Nathaniel sacrificed himself and used a Time cube and erased Kang The Conqueror from that timeline.

WHAT IS IRON LAD'S ROLE / IMPORTANCE IN MARVEL UNIVERSE?

Iron Lad played a key role in the Young Avengers as their leader and mentor. He then stops Kang the Conqueror from achieving his ultimate goals to conquer the world and enslave humanity.

He's faced off against some of the biggest and baddest villains in the Marvel universe like Doctor Doom and Magneto. Iron Lad's adventures have taken him all over time and space.

He also tried to find a way to restore his own timeline and prevent the events that led to his evil future self, who we knew as Kang The Conqueror.

Iron Lad has also been a member of the Avengers and has interacted with many superheroes like Captain America, Thor, and Iron Man. 

Iron Lad has established himself as a unique and compelling character.

His connection to Kang the Conqueror adds much more depth and complexity to the Marvel universe.

IRON LAD  VS  KANG THE CONQUEROR

Let’s get into the brief overview of Iron Lad, Kang The Conqueror and their clashes in the Marvel Universe.

Iron Lad and Kang The Conqueror are each other’s alternate variations.

In terms of their powers and abilities, they both are kinda similar, but of course Kang The Conqueror has the upper hand over Iron Lad.

The two clashed in a series of epic battles, each determined to outwit and outmaneuver the other. Guys, let me tell you, if you saw one of these battles you’ll be amazed.

Nathaniel used his advanced technology and strategic prowess to hold his own against Kang, but ultimately he was no match for the experienced conqueror.

Over the years, Iron Lad and Kang have fought countless times, each determined to defeat the other.

Iron Lad’s motive was to stop Kang The Conqueror and his evil plans where Kang the Conqueror initially wanted to recruit Iron Lad but Iron Lad wanted to prevent Kang’s evil plans.

That’s why Kang The Conqueror decided to remove this obstacle from his path to conquer the entire world.

Their battles have taken them across time and space, which had far-reaching consequences for the Marvel universe.

MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

What is Iron Lad's real name?

Iron Lad's real name is Nathaniel Richards.

Who is Iron Lad?

Iron Lad is a superhero character in the Marvel Comics universe, best known for his role as a member of the Young Avengers. Also, He is alternate variant of Kang The Conqueror.

How did Iron Lad become a superhero?

Iron Lad became a superhero when he teamed up with Young Avengers and stop Kang the Conqueror.

What is Iron Lad's origin story?

Iron Lad is a time-traveling superhero from the future, who discovered a suit of Iron Man-like armor and used it to fight against Kang The Conqueror to stop his evil plans and prevent himself from becoming like Kang The Conqueror. 

What was Iron Lad's relationship with Kang the Conqueror?

Iron Lad encountered Kang the Conqueror during one of his time-traveling adventures, and he teamed up with the Young Avengers to stop Kang from conquering the main Marvel universe.

What is Iron Lad's legacy?

Iron Lad's legacy is his bravery and selflessness, which continue to inspire generations of young people through the Young Avengers even after his sacrifice.

So, this is a brief overview of Iron Lad. I'll be coming with such detailed articles based on other variants of Kang The Conqueror.

Till then, share your thoughts on MCU's upcoming big bad Kang The Conqueror and his variants like Iron Lad.