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Series: The Incredible Challenges (of Tony Stark)
Author: startabby
Fandom: Marvel Cinematic Universe, particularly Iron Man, Doctor Strange, Black Panther
Genre: Action Adventure, Drama, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Suspense, Thriller, Urban Fantasy
Relationship(s): Tony Stark/Kaecilius, many Gen pairings with Tony Stark
Content Rating: R
Warnings: Hate Crimes/ Hate Speech (referenced), Death – Minor Character, Violence – Canon Level, Discussion – Torture, Mental Coercion/ Mind Control, Kidnapping, Language
Author Note: This series is a re-telling of the classic Alexandre Dumas novel, the Count of Monte Cristo, a tale of betrayal, revenge, and rebirth. The difference here is that instead of a poor sailor, Edmond Dantes, our eponymous character is the one and only Anthony Edward Stark.
Beta: Grammarly, others by story
Word Count: 235,470
Summary: What happens when Obadiah Stane is a bit more strategic in his betrayal of his protege? Working alongside powerful allies such as SHIELD director Nicholas J. Fury and General Thaddeus ‘Thunderbolt’ Ross, this villainous cabal may have initial success in bending the world to their control. But when the grand reveal of HYDRA within SHIELD causes turmoil and chaos, a new opportunity arises for one Anthony Edward Stark. Emboldened with impossible skills and allies that he never could have anticipated; Tony is out for vengeance.
Artist: Series cover by CoCo, other art see individual stories.
Artist Appreciation: Thanks to Coco for jumping in to make a beautiful last minute piece for the series as a whole. And thanks to all of the artists who have partnered with me on the individual stories in this series, and all of the feedback and cheerleading that I’ve received over the years since the trilogy was first begun. I’m so thrilled to finally complete this Epic and I hope that you all have enjoyed the ride!
