“War Machine” writer Greg Pak drops a lot of hints about what’s coming up next for Jim Rhodes in an interview with Comic Book Resources. Here’s an excerpt:

“War Machine” #6 kicks off the series’ second arc, a story called “Homeland.” “It’s the highest stakes fight of Rhodey’s life, and the worst nightmare a patriotic soldier could find himself in,” Pak said. “We’re talking Rhodey versus the United States of America. Or, to coin a phrase, World War War Machine? Rhodey’s discovered that the greatest threat to the safety of millions has found safe haven right here at home. But before he hits his target, he’ll have to face Jason Strongbow, a.k.a. American Eagle. And, possibly even more terrifying, his own mother. That’s right, Mother Rhodes plays a huge role starting with issue #6, and she’s awesome.”

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And pick up “War Machine” #5 at your local comic shop on April 29.

Marvel.com has posted a new interview with writer Greg Pak about his “War Machine” series. Here’s an excerpt:

At the center of that question stands James Rhodes, the man in the high tech armor. How he copes with his actions promises to be a driving force in the title as it moves forward.
“There’s a major emotional and dramatic story arc for Jim Rhodes over the course of the first 12 issues or so that will become clearer as we move along,” Pak reveals. “On an individual level, we’re exploring what it means to be a soldier and the terrible price that’s often exacted from those who serve.”
Ares, the God of War offers a contrast to this sober perspective as Rhodes’ co-star in the first arc of WAR MACHINE. As opposed to War Machine, who seems to struggle with his conscience, Ares embraces his actions wholeheartedly. Pak, however, sees their relationship as a bit more complicated than simple opposites.
“Ares is a big blowhard, which means he can be entertainingly over the top, which is a blast when you’re telling a super powered action story,” the writers explains. “But at the same time, Ares has unplumbed depths related to his mythological past and his role as the God of War. In WAR MACHINE I’ve loved having the chance to explore the reasons Ares might be interested in Rhodey. One of my favorite pages in WAR MACHINE #4 includes a few panels the brilliant Leonardo Manco drew of Ares just staring out over the desert, then looking back at us in a moment of stillness. The chance to show Ares in a moment of honest reflection with a fellow warrior was something pretty special.”

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IGN has posted a review of “War Machine” #4, which hit comic book stores on Wednesday. Here’s an excerpt:

I’ll hand it to Pak. It’s tough to see Ares plastered on the cover and not assume his presence is merely of the cash-cow variety. But his presence really does serve the story, and he too causes Rhodey to reflect on a life ruled by war and killing. The more introspective this series becomes, the more it reminds me of Garth Ennis’ Punisher MAX, which is only a good thing.

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“War Machine” #4 was written by Greg Pak with art by Leonardo Manco.