{"product_id":"iceman-1-2017-nm","title":"Iceman # 1 2017 NM-","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIceman # 1\u003c\/b\u003e June 2017 Volume 3 launched the first-ever ongoing solo series for Bobby Drake. Written by Sina Grace with art by Alessandro Vitti, the issue serves as a character-driven reintroduction that focuses on Bobby’s personal identity and his evolving role as an Omega-level mutant. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSelf-Discovery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe issue explores Bobby’s struggle to reconcile his past with his future following the revelation that he is gay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Adult vs. The Teen: The story contrasts the adult Bobby with his time-displaced teenage self, who is already living more authentically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eFamily Conflict: A major narrative thread involves Bobby's difficult relationship with his critical parents, who struggle to accept his mutant and superhero lifestyle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDating: The issue uses the framing device of Bobby filling out an online dating profile to explore his awkwardness and desire to build a life outside of being an X-Man. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePurifier Attack: While helping a new mutant named Zach, Bobby is forced to defend a hospital from an attack by the Purifiers, a group of mutant-hating religious zealots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eParental Health Scare: The action is interrupted by personal news: Bobby's father has suffered a heart attack, leading to a tense and emotional confrontation at the hospital.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eOmega-Level Power: Despite his \"class clown\" reputation, the issue demonstrates Bobby's immense power as he takes down the Purifiers and mentors younger mutants. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe series was noted for its \"emotional honesty\" and received praise for its portrayal of the coming-out experience as an adult. It was nominated for a GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comic Book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47740777988196,"sku":"BK120","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/IMG_2026_01_20_19_15_02_049.jpg?v=1768958183","url":"https:\/\/battlebuddycomics.com\/products\/iceman-1-2017-nm","provider":"BattleBuddyComics.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}