Rockers Iron Maiden are taking the bosses of a comic book company to court over claims they have infringed upon the band's name.

According to a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court, the Number Of The Beast hitmakers are suing American firm Iron And The Maiden, LLC in a bid to stop them using the "confusingly similar" title on their books, video games and assorted merchandise.

The heavy metal band is also seeking financial compensation, reports TMZ.com.